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Alfie T.

£32/session
4.5

Hi, I’m Alfie — a recent Classics graduate from the University of Manchester with a deep love of language, literature, and big ideas. I tutor in Latin, Ancient Greek, English, and Religious Studies. I studied Latin at both GCSE and A-Level (achieving an A in each), before reading Classics at the University of Manchester, where I graduated with a 2:1. At university, I focused heavily on mastering Classical Languages — Latin and Ancient Greek — and even studied at the Novum Vivarium in Rome, a renowned school where all instruction is delivered entirely in spoken Latin. Alongside my language studies, I developed a strong interest in the cultural, literary, and philosophical dimensions of the ancient world — interests which naturally extend into English and Religious Studies. I’ve hosted a podcast with Luke Ranieri, one of the world’s foremost scholars in modern spoken Latin, where we explored topics ranging from grammar to deeper questions about meaning and tradition. I’ve now been tutoring for over a year across various platforms. My teaching style is grounded in curiosity and collaboration: I like to ask open-ended questions and guide students toward figuring things out for themselves. This is especially effective in subjects that require interpretation and reflection, like English and Religious Studies. One thing I often help students with is building confidence. Many pupils — especially in intellectually demanding subjects — struggle not with ability but with a fear of making mistakes. My lessons create a safe space where trial and error is encouraged and where even small wins are celebrated. Over time, I’ve seen this approach transform not just how students perform, but how they think. Outside tutoring, I’m a passionate language learner (I speak French and Italian and am learning Russian) and I enjoy playing guitar in my free time. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch — I’d love to hear from you.

University of Manchester
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Grace K.

£40/session
5.0

I have been able to achieve an A* in English Literature and 9 in GCSE English-Literature after struggling to get passed D/C's initially at the start of those educational milestones. I have mulitple years of tutoring experience, both within a tutoring centre and independently. While working at TOP LEARNING (Sept 2022 – March 2023), I supported students from Year 1 to Year 11 through a mix of group and one-to-one sessions, tailoring my approach to different learning styles and confidence levels. I particularly enjoyed helping students build self-belief alongside academic skills, especially in GCSE English, as well as Maths and English at primary level. I have tutored independently on an ad hoc basis, including voluntary A-Level English Literature support. Most recently, I worked closely with a student through the final stages of her A-Levels and saw her progress from a predicted D to a just 1 mark off a B in English Literature, which reinforced for me how personalised teaching and encouragement can make a real difference. I would also love to tutor LNAT lessons. I have had 2 years of mentoring students, supporting with applications and answering questions as a Sutton Trust Pathways to Law Mentor during my where I won an Outstanding Contribution Award (2026). The students were supported from year 12 to year 13 where they ended the tenure listening to a speech I was invited to give that enabled the students to gracefully close that chapter of their lives. Pouring into those younger than me has always been a passion of mine that I have invested in and learned to grow in this area.

London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
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Sreeja B.

£60/session
5.0

Hi! I’m Sreeja, an incoming second-year medical student at Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry with a strong academic background and a genuine passion for helping students achieve their potential. I achieved all A*s at GCSE, including Mathematics, English Language, English Literature and the Sciences, as well as top grades at A Level. Having recently completed these exams myself, I understand exactly what it takes to succeed and how to make even the most challenging topics feel manageable. I tutor Mathematics, English and the Sciences across KS3 and GCSE, tailoring every lesson to each student’s individual needs and learning style. Whether it’s building confidence with algebra, developing sophisticated essay-writing skills, or mastering difficult scientific concepts, I break topics down into clear, manageable steps that help students understand rather than simply memorise. My lessons are engaging, supportive and highly personalised. I create bespoke resources including worksheets, exam-style questions, revision guides and model answers, while placing a strong emphasis on exam technique, problem-solving and long-term confidence. I aim to create a positive learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes and challenging themselves. Whether you’re looking to build strong foundations, improve by a few grades or achieve the very highest marks, I’ll provide patient, encouraging guidance every step of the way. My goal is not only to help students succeed in their exams, but also to develop the confidence, independence and curiosity that will benefit them far beyond the classroom.

Queen Mary, University of London
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5+ Sessions
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Summer W.
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Hi, my name is Summer and I am second year undergraduate student at the University of Warwick (Physics, BSc). I have always loved studying Physics and Maths and have over 3 years experience as a Maths tutor, both in secondary school and privately at GCSE level.

£23.00 Per sess.
45+ Lessons
20 review
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Sharon G.
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Oxford - English student

Hello! My name is Sharon and I am a Romanian student in my second year of the LL.B. Politics, Philosophy and Law at King's College London. I am very excited to be one of the tutors at Edumentor and I look forward to meeting you! I am a real people person, and somebody who is eager to learn from those around me. I consider myself to be a good listener and I am ready to adapt my teaching style to any of the needs you might have. I hope you are just as enthusiastic as I am about our journey at Edumentors!

£10.00 Per sess.
45+ Lessons
20 review
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GCSE English Literature can become challenging when students are expected to analyse themes, explain quotations clearly and write detailed essays under timed conditions. Many students understand the story itself but struggle to organise ideas into strong analytical responses.

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