Coldstream Tutors and Coldstream Tuition

Personal Description:
"Julian is a fantastic tutor and enjoys teaching his subject with great zest and enthusiasm. My sons scored A* in Geography. Thank you Julian"

DUE TO DEMAND AND EXISTING RELATIONSHIPS, I AM LOOKING FOR ONLY 2 NEW CLIENTS FOR 2025-2026.

I am passionate about Geography! I believe it is THE subject that defines our era.
This philosophy informs my approach to teaching vibrant, exciting student-friendly lessons in school and similar sessions in the tutoring experience.
I have been a head of department at leading schools in NW London/SW Herts since 2017. I have examined for AQA across all components (Paper 1 Physical Geography, Paper 2 Human, NEA/Coursework). My knowledge of both curricula and examinations is outstanding. Departmental results at my current school (high achieving independent in Harrow) are the best in the school and amongst the best in the whole area.

Teaching Experience:
I have been teaching in some of the area's best schools for around 20 years. Prior to this I was the director of education at an established UK children's charity.
During my career to date I have been quick to establish myself as a dynamic, confident and compelling teacher. Results under my supervision have been amongst the best in the area.
I develop student-friendly resources that have been adopted across the department by other colleagues. I lead the department on many ICT-related developments.
Some quotes from professional review/other tutees:
"Amazing tutor, he helped me improve in a short amount of time. I would recommend"
"In a very short time helped give my son the confidence and knowledge to lift his a-levels grades substantially. Would highly recommend him"

Tutoring Approach:
For some students, gaining confidence with many of the concepts and ideas presented in geography at Key Stage 4 or 5 is difficult - especially considering the pressures of coursework, ongoing assessment and the natural workload provided by other subjects. Yet these concepts underpin much of the reality that geography deals with.
My approach to tutoring is to enthuse the often overwhelmed student first and foremost with 'real', accessible geography. By using interactive ICT-based resources and practical assessment tools such as course guides, question mark schemes and exemplar work, the student can access previously hard-to-grasp material, and gain a critical understanding of the assessment process.
My belief is that you would not attempt to fix a car without instructions. I help the student interpret the manual to their course so they themselves can get behind the wheel and drive to success!
Please do not hesitate to get in touch to discuss your needs if this fits!

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Personal Description:
I am an enthusiastic English tutor, taking a student-centred approach, assessing the needs of learners before targeting their weaknesses to help them achieve their goals. I have been described as "Reassuring. Gentle. Kind." and "Easy to talk to".

Teaching Experience:
I began teaching in colleges in 2002 and I have also worked in secondary schools. My roles have included lecturing in subjects that include GCSE English, Basic Skills, and Creative Writing. I also have experience of working in learning support.

Tutoring Approach:
As a tutor I aim to be helpful and supportive, assisting students in building on existing learning, or beginning from the basics. I prefer an informal but quiet setting for my tuition.

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Personal Description:
My name is Laura and I am a native French teacher from Harrow, North London. I relished learning languages at school because I was taught by inspiring teachers and that is why I decided to make it my profession. I am very hard working, never afraid of a challenge and always happy to be teaching. Moreover I am organised, punctual and reliable and very enthusiastic with a fun and approachable manner. As a result, I feel that I have an ability to push my students to reach beyond their boundaries as studying no longer becomes a chore.

Teaching Experience:
I have been teaching French for over 25 years to all ages and all academic levels. Throughout my time as a teacher, I have worked and still do for several nurseries schools, set up my own business offering after school clubs, had a great deal of private lessons from primary school children to GCSE and A Level students and most recently have started conversation lessons for adults.

Tutoring Approach:
From my years of experience, I can see how general teaching in schools doesn't always work, as every child is different. This is why I offer a bespoke service to cater to the child's needs. This includes adapting what they enjoy to the learning process, which allows them a greater comprehension of the language. Students only learn if they are engaged in what they are doing. I have a positive attitude to teaching and give a great deal of encouragement.

I find it a real joy watching my students improve and eventually flourish in a subject they were struggling with at the beginning.

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Personal Description:
I am a qualified chartered accountant.I have also got a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in finance and banking.I am quite good at tax and accountany.I like to teach acca student basically if I find any.

Teaching Experience:
I have taught Auditing at University of west London recently.Also I have taught ACCA papers at college.I have taught students in a batch when I was at uni as well as during my study of ACCA.I taught students at my same level when we went to uni at the same time.

Tutoring Approach:
I like to teach student according to their ability to understand.I always try to be friendly and supportive as they sometimes feel uneasy to tell that they dont understand something after repeating certain topics.I always start from basic to the point.

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Personal Description:
I am a trustworthy, hard-working and conscientious person. I am a quick learner with an exemplary timekeeping and attendance record. I take satisfaction in achieving high standards in any task I undertake, and possess a methodical and organised working approach. Equally capable of working both within a team and on an individual basis, my communication, interpersonal skills and knowledge enable me to interact with colleagues at all levels within the workplace. I love work with children from nursery, preschool and primary school up to stage 1.

Teaching Experience:
One very special working experience achievement was with children y3-4 and y5-6 in a primary school. I was not only teaching Italian Language but I was involved as producer and director of Goldilocks and the three bears in the Italian spoken language which has never been done before as a movie.
Date: from March to April 2005.
Actors were primary school children, which have been selected from the Head Teacher and me. I have trained them every week from March to April 2005 to play on different set. (Drama lessons included). The movie has been filmed in July 2005.
My experience was not only as an Italian Teacher but director and producer and composer for the editing of background music and special audio effects. This is the first time I have made my first movie. (17 minutes footage).
Sponsor for the project and investor was the Italian Consulate of Manchester (U.K.). Very good reward and payment + bonus for the hard work I have done in those months.

Tutoring Approach:
I can teach academic primary school subject up to stage 1 and Italian language for beginners, level 1 and 2 and advanced.
Further Education Adults Course.

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Personal Description:
I am a qualified and experienced native English ESL/EFL teacher, specialised in working with adults in companies and universities.

I help people in a wide range of professions to give presentations, participate in meetings and conference calls, write emails, and to be generally more conversational and confident when speaking and listening.

I also work with university students to improve their academic writing, to pass exams such as the TOEFL, TOEIC and IELTS, and to prepare them for entering the work environment after graduation.

I offer a free, 30-minute evaluation without any obligation, and a course book is included in the price if you sign up for 20 hours or more. Classes take place at your home or workplace with no extra charges for travel.

Teaching Experience:
January 2013 - August 2016
Director of Studies and Principal Teacher at LE Maison, France

February 2012 - December 2012
Pedagogical Manager and English Language Training Consultant at Mahoney Training Consultants, Paris, France

August 2010 - December 2012
Freelance Business English Teacher in Paris, France

October 2009 - February 2012
Business English Teacher at Business and Technical Languages, Paris, France

Tutoring Approach:
Adult learners are often juggling several professional and personal commitments which makes finding the time to learn a struggle. Therefore, I make the process as fun and efficient as possible.

For this reason, I begin with an in-depth evaluation of the student's needs and objectives as well as their strengths and weaknesses. From there, I build a course using a wide range of materials that meets these requirements.

My classes are always engaging and never the same two weeks in a row. During each lesson, I discover something new about my student which allows me to continually adapt the course to help them stay motivated, interested, and improve as quickly as possible while making learning a pleasure rather than work.

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Personal Description:
I am 57 years old and I recently took early retirement from IT Management where I was pricing major outsourcing contracts. I studied Maths at University to MSc level and first worked as a mathematician in industry before switching to IT. I have always enjoyed tutoring and teaching in my job and I plan to carry on with that into semi-retirement.

I live in a small village just north of Bedford. My hobbies include Music and Hifi, Fitness and Narrowboating

Teaching Experience:
I have been a tutor for over a year now and in that time have helped in excess of 20 students. During my postgraduate studies I supervised undergraduates and also delivered a number of seminars to 1st and 2nd year students. In my career I have had a number of assignments delivering training courses both managerial and technical. I am a qualified squash coach and have coached junior and adult squash. More recently I have been helping with revision sessions at a local upper school.

"Andy was able to make maths relevant and easy to understand - something I struggled with in a classroom situation. Before tutoring with Andy, I was worried I wouldn't get a pass at GCSE, but thanks to his patience and knowledge of the varied curriculum, I exceeded my grade expectations!" - SC

"Andy is a great tutor, he explains things clearly and starts from the basics. He is friendly, enthusiastic and I would highly recommend him." - LS

Tutoring Approach:
I believe there are certain basic skills that are essential to progress with mathematics. My approach is to address the basic skills and then follow up with practice and more practice. I have found in all my teaching experience that progress is enhanced if the tutee has fun. Self motivation is the most efficient way of progressing and enjoyment of the activity enhances motivation.

I am approachable and patient and try to spend time assessing the tutees individual needs and designing tasks and exercises to address those needs.

It is important to keep records of goals and achievements - I keep individual progress information in the form of agreed specific goals - not too formal but I think it really helps to see progress from the Tutee's point of view.

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Personal Description:
A good knowledge and a passionate interest of many areas in IT and smartphone. With over a year varied IT experience, included in these are PC build and repair. A good knowledge of Microsoft Systems and products. An understanding of the IOS model. An excellent grasp of Windows XP Pro and Windows 7,8,10 and Apple systems. A good Apple products repair both hardware and software. An honest and reliable person, with a passionate outlook towards a challenge. Having a flexible can do approach with the ability to work well under pressure to agreed deadlines. Giving attention to detail and a commitment to quality, willing to learn and develop skills according to the job in hand. Experience working in several different environments, adapting various developed skills and knowledge accordingly. Great customer service skills gained from previous sales and work environments and being able to hold discussions at all levels. Constantly studying towards developing knowledge and qualifications to enhance a career in IT.

Teaching Experience:
Self-Employed July 2018 To Present
Smartphones & Tablets Technician
• Repair smartphones, tablets, laptops, PC and MacBook hardware & software.
• Sale all products at online such as Gumtree, Facebook, EBay and Amazon.
• Troubleshooting and resolution of problems and provide data recovery.
• Software/hardware installation/configuration/repair.
• Installing and configuring computer hardware, software, systems, networks, printers, scanners, Internet.
• Troubleshooting system problems and diagnosing and solving hardware/software faults.
• Hardware/Software add-ons.
• Smartphone repair (iPhone, Samsung. Etc) a Plus* Replacing Memory/Hard Drive/Motherboard Non-technical tear down of towers, displays and handheld.
• Supporting the roll-out of new applications and hardware.
• Responding within agreed time limits to on-site requests.
• Setting up new users' accounts and profiles and dealing with password issues.
• Testing and evaluating new technology.
• Disassemble/reassemble down to board and component levels.
• Handles customer requests for technical assistance in a mobile capacity, ensuring timeliness and proper customer care.
• Completes repairs to the required standard and within the designated time period.

Ability Net Volunteering May 2017 - July 2018
C/O IBM Ltd
• IT supports external visiting the clients at their homes.
• Supporting the clients by email and phone line offering advice and information.
• Providing tutorial support to individuals IT capability.
• Solving all problems within IT sector including network, software and hardware issues.

IT Trade Services Ltd Dec 2016 - Mar 2017
Smartphones & Apple Products Technician:
• MacBook & iMac repairing including installation IOS software.
• Apple smartphone and iPad repairing and change parts.
• Laptops repairing and system install windows 10.
• Hardware & Software upgrading.


Pearl Linguistics Ltd Aug 2016 - Jan 2017
Arabic Language Interpreter:
• Engaged freelance for Arabic language with NHS clients.
• Provided Arabic Interpreter with all public services.
• Dealing with private and charity organizations internal and external for Arabic Language interpreter.
New Walk, Job Centre July 2015 until Sep 2015

Department of Work & Pensions (DWP).
Job Title: Computer work Coach Assistant

I worked as part of a proactive team of support staff responsible for delivering a high quality, customer focused professional service. Providing the highest level of technical support and customer service to DWP claimants.
Engaged with Job Centre Plus (JSA) Customer's on a daily basis consistently delivering excellent customer service.
Managed and promoted JCP digital service to support claimants into employment.
Assisted customer on Web Accessible Devices (WADs).
Provided tutorial support to individuals with limited I.T. capability.
Successfully setting up new users e-mail accounts and Universal Jobmatch profiles (GOV.UK jobseeking platform).
Dealing with password issues.
Prioritising issues in a fast moving environment.
Liaising and supporting JCP staff providing first Line Support.
Escalating problematic issues to relevant support staff.
Adhering to DWP digital policies and legislations.
Recorded statistical information to improve customer service.
Developed work experience staff new to the team



Higher Professional College, Libya Jan 2006 until Mar 2011

Job Title: IT Teacher

Specialised in IT teaching skills to adults about different Microsoft packages, such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
Teaching adults how to problem solve hardware and software issues.
Preparing lessons and lesson materials, Marking and assessing exams.
Liaised with other professionals and students to discuss progress.
Attended meetings, conferences and events

Tutoring Approach:
I know that every parent wants to help their child perform well and enjoy school. And also know that for many, academic success doesn't always come easily. This is where I really can help.

I offer affordable home study programmes for children aged between 6 and 16, that put a virtual teacher for one-to-one tuition in your home, seven days a week. This virtual teacher will explain and re-explain the hows and whys of each step of the learning process in Arabic, IT and English.

My materials has versions directly based on the National Curriculum and the Scottish Curriculum for Excellence and consider the latest Government advice on teaching children and adults these core subjects.

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I am an enthusiastic, versatile specialist in the Turkish language and in the field of adult education with experience in core and new technologies. I have graduated from bachelor's degree in Turkish language and the literature department at Dicle University, Turkey in 1997. I have worked as a Turkish language and literature teacher in secondary and high schools in Turkey for 18 years. For the first three years of my career, I worked in secondary schools teaching the 11-14 age group. Over the last 15 years, I established an excellent teaching record, working with 14-18-year-old age group at various high schools. I provided one -on-one literacy tutoring to the children and the positive reputation I built during this time enabled me to provide private lessons to students who were preparing for national university entry exams.

I currently provide private Turkish lessons to a number of individuals in London and also work as a volunteer administrator at Migrant Voice in London. My education, my voluntary and professional experience and dedication enable me to teach Turkish language curriculum to individuals with different children, and students who prepare for their GCSE. I can also teach Turkish to individuals who are interested in travelling to Turkey for touristic and business purpose.

Teaching Experience:
I have worked as a Turkish language and literature teacher and provided private Turkish lessons for 20 years.

2015-2016 Hotel and Tourism Management Anatolian High School
-University Preparation Course

2011- 2016 Hotel and Tourism Management Anatolian High School
-Teaching Turkish Language and Literature

2001-2011 Ziya Gokalp High School
-Teaching Turkish Language and Literature

1999-2001 Kosuyolu Primary School
- High School Preparation Course

1998-2001 Kosuyolu Primary School
- Teaching Turkish Language

Tutoring Approach:
I feel you want to learn Turkish or improve your level, with specific methods and materials to suit your needs, in a fun and interactive way , we can achieve this together.

Lessons can include grammar explanation, vocabulary, building and doing exercises, weekly quizzes, monthly tests and having conversations.

Also I can provide lessons tailored especially for travellers who are planning to visit Turkey, looking to have a more enjoyable and fun experience communicating with the locals.
This lessons will include the most important phrases and basicwords and also some cultural tips.

We can arrange individual lessons, for two students or small groups.

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Personal Description:
I have worked as a primary school drama teacher for the last ten years.
Teaching children ranging from Reception Year to Year 6 with movement, voice and performance skills.
I trained at Arts Ed drama school in London and graduated with a 2:1 Acting degree.

Teaching Experience:
Experienced teacher and tutor.

Tutoring Approach:
Tailor made to improve chances of getting into drama school.

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Personal Description:
I am a highly experienced and qualified teacher of English as a foreign/second language with 25 years of teaching groups and individuals from beginners to advanced, children to adults, in universities, languages schools and online all around the world. I aim to improve fluency and my classes are interesting and fun because they focus on you, your interests and your environment. For this reason I prefer you to have an intermediate level at the very least so that we can converse and enjoy ourselves!

Teaching Experience:
I have taught all ages and levels in universities and language schools in the U.K.,France and Spain. I taught in a post A-Level business school in Montpellier, France. In Reims, France I was a teacher of English at the faculty of Technology and Science.
I specialised in Business and Advanced English in a Spanish language school and was a Cambridge examiner for 13 years.
I taught management and staff English for the Hotel Industry in a 5-star resort in Laos.
I taught English to children and teenagers at a summer Sailing and English course at a sailing club in Barcelona.
I now teach online and have students from countries as diverse as Brazil, Turkey, Poland and Taiwan. I use Skype as a platform. Classes are 55 minutes.
I teach adults but also adolescents (£10 for half-hour sessions)
I offer a 15-minute free class to see if we can work happily together.

Tutoring Approach:
The class is as open and free as you or I make it. Conversation can turn to literature, film, music or discussions about our lives. There is great respect and kindness on my part. I am curious to get to know you as a person, your culture and likes and dislikes. I am sociable and likeable. I am always in a good mood, bubbly and smiling. I correct your grammar and write all new vocabulary and expressions in the chat so you can look over it after the class. I only revise or teach grammar points if I feel it's necessary or you ask for it. Most people have studied grammar but now need to use it by speaking! This is a fluency class and I aim to make you fluent! I guarantee you will enjoy yourself and time will fly by!

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Personal Description:
Dr. Catherine is a dedicated scientist and educator whose career spans advanced academic research, science education, and personal tutoring. With a deep-rooted passion for physics and its applications, she has combined her expertise in experimental and applied science with her vocation to inspire the next generation of learners.

Born with an early curiosity for the natural world, Catherine pursued her studies in physics with determination. She earned her B.Sc., M.Sc., and Ph.D. in Physics from Wroclaw University, where she explored the growth of metals on alloy surfaces. Her doctoral research, "Growth of Pb on Ni3Al(111)", reflected her keen ability to investigate materials at the atomic level. She later expanded her academic journey at Warwick University, completing a second Ph.D. in Physics on "Growth and Characterisation of Metal Alloy and Metal Oxide Surfaces." Her work contributed to advancing the understanding of thin-film growth and nanostructures, leading to several publications in respected international journals. Among her noted contributions are studies on ultrathin metal layers, titanium dioxide films, and surface morphology, establishing her reputation as a careful and innovative experimentalist.

After years in research, Catherine transitioned into education, determined to share her scientific knowledge in a way that would have a direct impact on young people. She completed a PGCE with QTS at the University of Winchester, equipping her with the pedagogical foundation to teach science across all secondary school levels.

Beyond her teaching, Catherine remains connected to her research roots. She has authored and co-authored several publications, including contributions to Applied Surface Science and Materials. These works, ranging from the structural determination of metallic surfaces to the optimisation of thin-film growth, illustrate her ongoing identity as both a teacher and a scientist.

What defines Dr. Catherine's career is the balance she has achieved between the rigour of scientific inquiry and the nurturing ethos of education. She has moved fluidly from the laboratory to the classroom, from international research to local communities, always with the purpose of unlocking potential in others. Whether mentoring young learners, supporting those with special educational needs, or contributing to the broader field of physics, Catherine exemplifies a professional life dedicated to knowledge, care, and inspiration.

Teaching Experience:
Her teaching career has since flourished across a range of schools and academies. Catherine has taught in institutions such as Swanmore College, Wildern Academy, and UTC Portsmouth, where she not only delivered the sciences at KS3 and KS4 but also pioneered the development of a new T-Level course. She embraced opportunities beyond the classroom, leading enrichment activities in CAD and crafts, coordinating SilverCrest Awards, and supporting students in employment readiness. At King's Academy Bay House, she brought her expertise in physics and broader sciences to pupils while nurturing Year 10 learners as a tutor. Her dedication extended to specialist teaching, including her time at Mayville High School and SEN Wavern House, demonstrating her adaptability and commitment to inclusive education.

Alongside her teaching roles, Catherine has pursued private tutoring through KEU Consultancy Ltd and Sherpa, where she continues to support learners preparing for examinations such as GCSE, A-level, and 13+ entry exams to prestigious schools including Eton and Westminster College. Her expertise in exam specifications-AQA, OCR, and Edexcel-has enabled her to guide students with precision and clarity.

Her academic and professional journey is complemented by an impressive commitment to continuous development. Catherine has undertaken extensive training in safeguarding, health and safety, emergency aid, radicalisation awareness, and supporting vulnerable learners. These certifications reflect her holistic approach to education, where student wellbeing is valued alongside academic achievement.

Tutoring Approach:
For Dr. Catherine, tutoring is more than delivering subject knowledge-it is about unlocking each learner's potential by understanding how they learn best. Her approach to tutoring is informed by recent advances in educational psychology, cognitive science, and pedagogy, all of which emphasise that no two students learn in exactly the same way.

Drawing on research in metacognition, memory, and motivation, Catherine builds her tutoring practice around the principle that effective learning occurs when students are not only taught content but also given the tools to understand their own thinking. She encourages learners to reflect on how they solve problems, identify what strategies work for them, and develop confidence in applying those strategies independently.

Central to her philosophy is individualisation. Every child comes with unique strengths, challenges, and aspirations. Some may thrive on visual explanations, while others learn best through hands-on practice or discussion. Catherine takes the time to assess these differences, adapting her lessons accordingly-whether that means breaking down complex physics principles into manageable steps, linking abstract science to real-world examples, or building scaffolds for students with learning difficulties.

Her approach also aligns with student-centred learning models, which place the child's needs at the core of the educational process. Rather than imposing a one-size-fits-all method, she co-constructs learning pathways with her students, ensuring that goals are clear, achievable, and motivating. Catherine is attentive not only to academic progress but also to emotional and cognitive wellbeing. She understands that resilience, curiosity, and self-belief are as important as exam results in shaping a lifelong learner.

Practical strategies underpin her sessions. She uses spaced repetition to reinforce knowledge over time, retrieval practice to strengthen memory, and dual coding (combining words with visuals) to aid understanding. She applies the latest insights from cognitive load theory to avoid overwhelming students, ensuring that new information is introduced in digestible stages. At the same time, she weaves in opportunities for creativity and inquiry, inviting students to ask their own questions and experiment with new ideas.

Catherine's tutoring style is also deeply relational. She believes that trust and rapport between tutor and student are foundational to success. By creating a supportive and non-judgmental learning environment, she allows students to take risks, embrace mistakes as part of the learning process, and ultimately grow in confidence.

For her, tutoring is not about producing short-term results but about nurturing independent thinkers who will carry their learning skills into future challenges. This philosophy is evident in her work preparing students for key milestones-such as GCSEs, A-levels, and entrance exams for prestigious schools-where she combines rigorous subject knowledge with strategies that empower students to approach exams with resilience and self-assurance.

In every session, Catherine demonstrates that tutoring is not just the transmission of knowledge, but the cultivation of learning itself. By combining cutting-edge research with compassion and adaptability, she ensures that each student is seen, heard, and supported on their unique educational journey.

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