Ixworth Tutors & Ixworth Tuition

Personal Description:
Hello there, my name is Tony, an accounting tutor. Here's the secret...

Most students imagine accounting to be a subject riddled with daunting calculations and demanding a higher form of intelligence. This is not so. In my years of teaching students, I have discovered that most students fail because they study the wrong thing. Look at it this way. To understand the working of a balance sheet [statement of financial position] most students memorise the order in which elements are applied. This is the cardinal sin.

To be a successful student you must understand why we need a balance sheet and what information users of this particular financial statement are looking for. When you look at it from a user perspective [understanding who those users are and what they want] your mind no longer tries to remember what was after what but your mind starts to actually determine what needs to be there to satisfy the users questions regarding a companies affairs.

This way you can forget the specific format but you can always recreate it because you actually understand what is going on and why it is going on. Give me a call, I'll help you see the better side of accounting.

Teaching Experience:
I have 10 years of tutoring students in the UK. I am passionate about what I do and I enjoy helping students.

For online students, I promise you an experience you never thought was possible. You will be able to see my white board/note pad on your computer screen. Every stroke or letter I write will appear on your screen instantly. It will be like we are in the same room. Please give it a try and if you do not like it I will give you a full refund.

Tutoring Approach:
I focus mainly on two aspects; Understanding of the subject and Examination techniques. To achieve this I encourage one to one tutoring although in rare cases I accept groups.

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Personal Description:
I am a Chemistry Teacher in a Secondary School where I teach Chemistry and Physics from year 7 to year 11. I also teach A-level Chemistry (AQA Exam Board).

I can help students to practice exam skills and revision techniques.

I am also an Italian native speaker, so I can teach Italian at any level. I am also able to help with French from Primary to KS4.

I like helping others, so I enjoy helping students to achieve good grades.

Teaching Experience:
I am a Science Teacher in a Secondary School.

I have a PGCE in Secondary Science - Chemistry, and a PhD in Chemical Engineering.

Regarding teaching languages, I am an Italian native speaker and I am also fluent in French.

Tutoring Approach:
I like to be systematic without being too severe. I like to establish a good relationship with the students, based on a reciprocal respect.

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Personal Description:
Fully qualified teacher of Japanese and Russian languages (all levels).

I prepare students for GCSE and A-level exams, as well as assess exam results for colleges. I also assist students with all levels of JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test) and TRKI (The Test of Russian as a Foreign Language).
I currently teach private individuals, groups, as well as some government organisations and corporate entities.

Being native in Russian, and an expert in the Japanese & English languages, I am acutely aware of the differences between English & Japanese and English & Russian languages, their specific capabilities, nuances and requirements.
I focus on teaching methods that are designed to make learning interactive and fun. I have developed my own strategy for delivering concise and meaningful learning methods to my students to assist their understanding. I enjoy teaching languages; it gives my students an opportunity to communicate with new people and expand their world.

I obtained a Master's Degree in diplomacy/international relations at a top-ranking Moscow University of International Relations (MGIMO) with Japanese and English languages.

In 2000 I undertook the internationally recognised Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) achieving a 'Level 1' pass (the highest attainable level).
From 2000 until 2010 I lived in Japan, and worked in a senior position for a leading Japanese technology company in Tokyo. During this time it afforded me an excellent 'real world' understanding of the Japanese language, its nuances and the fascinating Japanese culture.

Teaching Experience:
I have been teaching Russian and Japanese languages for about 8 years.
References can be provided.
This website doesn't allow students to leave feedback, but once I have your details I will send you a link to where I have 50+ 5* feedback.

Tutoring Approach:
I offer tutoring on Japanese and Russian languages for all levels from beginner to advanced. My lessons are tailor-made for each person, so no matter what your level or interest, I can ensure you will achieve your goals. Therefore, if you are looking to learn for a holiday, or as a main language I'll be able to help!

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Personal Description:
I am British, and living in Hampshire. I am a qualified secondary school teacher in the UK (QTS, PGCE), and have taught Mandarin Chinese full-time in both the state and private sectors in the UK, at two schools leading the country in their Mandarin provision. I have passed the highest level exams in Mandarin Chinese (HSK level 6, and Advanced Speaking HSKK), and have lived in China for six years. I have just completed a Master's degree in the field of applied linguistics.

My Education background is as follows.

2016-2017: University of Southampton
- MA English Language Teaching.
- Specialism in motivation in online learning.
- Distinction level pass anticipated. To receive certificate in November 2017.

2014-2015: CfBT; University of Hull
- QTS (Qualified Teacher Status), with PGCE (Postgraduate Certificate of Education).

2002 - 2005: University of Durham
- First class honours degree: Politics BA.

1992 - 2002: Portsmouth Grammar School
- A levels: French A, Spanish A, Politics A, History A,
- GCSEs: 6 A*s. 3 As.

Teaching Experience:
2017 - 2020: LSI Portsmouth English Teacher
- Taught Exam preparation courses (IELTS, CPE) to foreign students.

2015 - 2016: Whitgift School Mandarin Teacher.
- Taught Mandarin and French to secondary school students aged 11 to 15 at one of the top schools in the UK.
- Offered a permanent contract at the school.

2014 - 2015: Bohunt School Trainee Mandarin Teacher (School Direct Salaried).
- Learned from Outstanding teacher at 2014 TES School Awards Overall
School of the Year.
- Taught Mandarin and French to secondary school students aged 11 to 13.

2010 - 2014: Guilin University of Electronic Technology (Guilin, China). TEFL English Teacher.
- Taught English to Undergraduate students majoring in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language.
- Prepared students for the IELTS examination.

2008 - 2010: Caterpillar Inc (UK). Purchasing Specialist (Graduate Trainee)

2007 - 2008: New Dynamic Institute (Chengdu, China). TEFL English teacher.
- Taught small groups of professionals in middle and senior management, both conversational and Business English, in an English training school.

2005 - 2007: Thames School of Languages (Huizhou, China). TEFL English Teacher.
- Taught primary and secondary school students aged 4 to 18 in an English training school.

Tutoring Approach:
My approach to tutoring is based on my own experience and academic research in the field of second language learning.

- I aim to foster and maintain motivation, through relating all topics directly to my students' everyday lives, experiences and opinions; and through providing instruction which is tailored to students' requirements.
- I aim to make my students feel comfortable through helping them to feel relaxed and providing as much linguistic support as is needed.
- I aim to increase my students' linguistic knowledge through using resources which are at a level just slightly beyond the student's current level, so that they are comfortable, but challenged.
- I am to promote skills development through developing comprehension skills (reading and listening), but also productive skills (speaking and writing).

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Personal Description:
Hello!! My name is James and I am currently doing an undergraduate degree in Applied Linguistics with Teaching English as a Secondary or Other Language.
Once I have completed this degree I will be starting a masters in TESOL with a focus on second language acquisition.

As well as this degree, I have also completed a CELTA qualification as well as an accredited 120 hour TEFL qualification.

I have travelled to many countries across Europe which has enabled me to have a deep appreciation of different cultures, as well as understanding how difficult it can be to learn a language.

I am a native English speaker with a (mostly) neutral accent.

Teaching Experience:
I have been teaching private one-to-one lessons for over a year with a variety of students with different needs. These include IELTS preparation, Cambridge Certificate preparation as well as general conversation practice among many other various needs

Tutoring Approach:
All lessons will be tailored to your needs as the learner.

I drive which means I am available to travel to your house or you are welcome to my home for lessons there. We can also meet in a neutral place, for example, a library or coffee shop.

My tutoring approach is to have lessons which are fun, engaging and informative using a communicative approach.

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Personal Description:
Hello, thank you for taking the time to read my profile. My name is Mairead (pronounced ma-raid, an Irish name meaning Margaret). I am a 26 year old living in Feltham, I work full time as a Disability Advisor and Autism Specialist Mentor supporting higher education students to access reasonable adjustments, provide pastoral support and advice. I also co-run workshops and events for the university I work for. In my spare time, I enjoy reading, baking, spending time with my family, going to the gym, long walks and nature trails, swimming and arts and crafts. I am also a big fan of the cinema and watching the new films out. I graduated from Royal Holloway, University of London in 2018, with a first class honours degree in Criminology and Sociology BSc. After graduation I became a support worker supporting those with mental health issues before my current role. I have recently completed a specialist mentoring qualification. I am content working full time currently, but may do a Masters or further study in future.

Please be aware for KS1 and younger tutoring my rates are £15 per session rather than per hour, to reflect that younger children may benefit from shorter sessions, but that their sessions will still need planning and admin work.

Teaching Experience:
I have created and delivered workshops for classes of up to 90 pupils from primary school aged to university level on a range of creative and academic topics. I also have experience tutoring 1-to-1 for primary school aged students who have disabilities/ special educational needs.

Tutoring Approach:
My approach to tutoring is thoughtful and considered, I am a disciplined teacher who will set expectations for her students, but am also fair. I enjoy utilising technology for tutoring sessions as organisational tools and will set weekly goals that will be reviewed. in our first session, I find it is important to discuss learning outcomes and to monitor progress as we go through our tutoring journey.

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Personal Description:
Hi My name is Tin and m 44 year old Croatian and proud father of 21y old daughter and 16y old son, living in London,UK, training martial arts, working as a doorman in vibrant nightclub and corrently studying 2nd year of psychology on London Metropolitan University, 😀

Teaching Experience:
I started training Karate at age of 10 but in age of 14 discovered art of Thai Boxing (Muay Thai) which I train until today (30yrs)
At age 16 became cadet on Police Academy Zagreb where I first started training self-defence that is used by croatian police forces.At age of 18 started one year boot camp for special police and during that time I'm introduced to advanced self defence tactics and mechanics used by tactical teams in special police. At age 19 started employment in counter terrorism unit "LUCKO" where I worked next 6 yesrs and had chance to gain experience in practical application of self defence and martial arts i have learned until then. At age 20 I started working part/time as a doorman/bouncer, the same job I part-time work today. At age of 20 i also started training Judo and Boxing and taking lessons in Cro Ryu Gym where Israeli style of self defence was taught. During my Law enforcement/ security/bouncing career i have encountered many dangerous situations and self defence system I'm teaching today was improved and "pressure tested " numerous times during these years.
At age of 30, while I was working as a Head of security in Hotel Nova Galeria Zagreb I started training kung-fu Wing Chun style, which is highly implemented in my style of self defence.
Everything about my career can be proved with documentation on clients request. .

Tutoring Approach:
TACTICS AND MECHANICS OF SELF DEFENCE tutorials are offered in form of beginners, intermediate and advanced personal training or small groups training sessions that will be held on open space, in gyms or in my private space for training at home. Sessions are 90 minutes in duration.
Session will focus on mental and physical side of self defence.
Every session will include warm up period, practical part and discussion part. Great importance is placed in educating students about current laws and regulations concerning self defence in UK.
Any training equipment used in advanced trainings such as boxing gloves, pads and similar is provided by me.

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Personal Description:
I am a practicing UK Pharmacist with years of experience teaching all three sciences. I'm also a full time Science secondary school teacher, teaching Chemistry, Biology and Physics. I also specialise in Chemistry AS level. I enjoy teaching and helping my students and I'm able to provide tuition for all levels. I am able to help my students to maximise their potential using excellent exam techniques and targeted revision. Using my bank of resources I am able to tailor each lesson to the needs of my students. I have been a private tutor for over 5 years

Teaching Experience:
Full time Science teacher. Higher and foundation GSCE specialist tutor. AS Chemistry tutor

Tutoring Approach:
I have a very calm and nurtured approach to teaching always setting high expectations. Being a mum and full time teacher has really allowed me to understand how students learn and the importance of positive praise and motivation.

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Personal Description:
I am a university academic, engineering researcher, and dedicated STEM tutor currently serving as a Research Fellow at the University of Birmingham. I hold a PhD in Mechanical Engineering from Loughborough University, an MSc (Cum Laude) from KU Leuven, and a First-Class BSc from UET Lahore, alongside formal higher education pedagogical qualifications (PGCHE) from Birmingham. Over a 15-year university career, I have progressed from Lecturer to Associate Professor, designing accredited curricula and lecturing across undergraduate and postgraduate engineering programmes.

Alongside higher education, I have spent two decades providing one-to-one tuition to over 60 students from 15+ leading UK universities, as well as secondary pupils, college students, and adult learners. For parents, I offer a dependable, reassuring, and structured partnership. I understand the anxiety that GCSE and A-Level exam preparation can cause, and I take pride in turning that pressure into genuine academic confidence, independent thinking, and top-tier results.

Top-Tier Academic Credentials: PhD (Loughborough), MSc Cum Laude (KU Leuven), BSc 1st Class (UET Lahore), and PGCHE (Birmingham).

Comprehensive Educational Scope: From GCSE and A-Level through to BTEC/Foundation pathways, undergraduate degrees, and adult career transitions.

Special Educational Needs (SEN): Experienced in providing patient, structured guidance for neurodivergent learners, including students with ADHD, dyslexia, dyscalculia, and exam anxiety.

Teaching Experience:
My teaching background covers university lecturing, laboratory leadership, and extensive one-to-one mentoring across both UK and international curricula. Having taught students across 15+ UK universities, I routinely assist undergraduates through advanced module mastery, computational modelling, and exam resit preparation. At school and college level, I provide complete, syllabus-aligned coaching for GCSE, A-Level, BTEC Level 3 Engineering, and University Foundation Year students across all major boards.

A significant part of my tuition practice involves adapting to diverse learning profiles, particularly students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). By breaking multi-step problems into visual, structured steps and maintaining a calm, unhurried pace, I ensure students with ADHD, processing differences, or executive-function challenges build strong foundations without feeling overwhelmed.

GCSE, A-Level & Further Education: Complete coverage of Mathematics, Further Maths, Physics, and Chemistry across AQA, Edexcel, OCR, and Cambridge International (CIE).

Specialist Engineering & Materials: Advanced tuition in Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, Statics, Dynamics, Stress Analysis, Materials Science, and Tribology/Wear.

Higher Education & Analytical Skills: University Foundation Year coaching, Engineering Mathematics (Calculus, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations), and dissertation guidance.

Online & Adult Learning: Over a decade of interactive remote teaching (since 2016) using digital whiteboards, live derivations, and shared problem sheets for adult learners and professionals.

Tutoring Approach:
My teaching is grounded in first-principles learning-focusing on why an equation or physical law works rather than encouraging rote memorisation. When students grasp the core mechanics behind a concept, unfamiliar and difficult exam questions become approachable puzzles rather than sources of stress. I maintain a supportive, low-pressure dynamic where asking questions and making mistakes are welcomed as vital parts of the learning journey.

Subject understanding must translate cleanly into exam marks. Every lesson integrates board-specific exam technique, training students to decode command words and meet mark scheme expectations. For parents, I maintain open communication through initial diagnostic assessments, structured milestone planning, and regular progress updates aligned with upcoming school mocks.

First-Principles Mastery: Building genuine conceptual intuition so students can tackle novel, high-tariff exam problems with confidence.

Mark-Scheme Precision: Deconstructing past papers, keywords, and time-management strategies to secure every available method mark.

Parental Visibility & Feedback: Clear progress tracking, diagnostic gap identification, and homework roadmaps tailored to school exam dates.

Adaptive Delivery: Modulating between visual diagrams, practical engineering examples, and mathematical proofs to suit each student's individual learning pace.

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Personal Description:
I am a student at Bangor University with a passion for music that I would love to share. I teach beginner and intermediate violin, as well as beginner singing.

Teaching Experience:
I have been playing violin for 9 years and singing in choirs for 10, with 2 years' experience leading an orchestra as concertmaster.

Tutoring Approach:
I'm happy to teach in any style or format you might be interested in, including electric and acoustic violin! I have the most experience in Classical and American Folk music but am interested in all genres. I will help you achieve any goals you might have in music; exams and qualifications or just learning for fun.

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Personal Description:
Hello students I have 4 years plus experience of teaching English as Foreign Language. Both online and face to face. My charges are 25.00 per hour online. Or 30.00 for face to face.

Teaching Experience:
Over 4 years experience and a Qualified Celta Teacher. I have taught ESOL in the local community, taught General English in a College. I have also taught online all around the world.

Tutoring Approach:
According to the students learning styles I tailor my classes.

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Personal Description:
My name is Zoe, I'm a student at Magdalen College, University of Oxford. I am a final year law student reading for BA Jurisprudence. I tutor students to help them reach their goals of studying law at Oxbridge or Russell Group. I can help with LNAT practice, interviews, and personal statements. I also offer tuition for grammar school admission tests (11+ exam). I attended a grammar school and have tutored two successful candidates who passed the test with high marks and were accepted into their first choice grammar schools.

I am aiming to become a barrister and anything I earn will be used to support this goal :)

Teaching Experience:
I have been teaching for five years. I teach leadership and life skills for the Sea Cadets to students aged 9-17. I have delivered LNAT sessions for sixth form students at Magdalen and delivered many outreach classes. I have tutored two successful candidates who passed the test with high marks and were accepted into their first choice grammar schools.

I am an experienced speaker and I have won several Oxford-wide mooting (mock court) tournaments.

Tutoring Approach:
I think that confidence is the most important thing for a young applicant. I aim to strengthen confidence by improving performance in all the application areas. I can deliver sessions in a tutorial-style, inspired by my experience during two years studying in Oxford. I can also give students homework to guide their self-study and increase learning efficiency if this is desired.

For younger tutees I also focus on confidence and timing for the 11+ exam. I will provide age-appropriate sessions which adapt to the child.

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