Tarbock Tutors and Tarbock Tuition

Personal Description:
I work as a Solicitor, working in a busy High-street Firm. I have been working for 10 years. I have been tutoring for the past 7 years and it is something I enjoy immensely.

I am able to obtain all exam papers and mark schemes, in order to help the students.

I am very patient with my students and can keep a calm temperament. I will assist my students in any way possible, in order for them to reach their maximum potential.

As a person, I am very approachable and like-able. This is also my approach as a tutor as I aim to make my students feel comfortable. All the students I have taught have provided me with positive feedback, as they have enjoyed sessions and feel they can relate to my style of teaching.

I am also able to provide sessions in order to assist with coursework deadlines etc and general English speaking and writing.

Teaching Experience:
I have been tutoring for 7 years, with a wide-range of students, from GSCE to Degree level. In addition to this, I have continued tutoring my younger brother, who has now completed his LLB and he further provides me with constructive feedback and the up-to date course material.

I have taught around 40 students, with varying abilities levels, although I have succeeded in helping them improve.

Tutoring Approach:
I take tutoring very seriously and approach each student on their own merits. I am recently qualified I'm my area for work, therefore my approach to teaching is relatively up-to date and contemporary. My recollection of School confirms that the classes in which I excelled, were the ones where the teacher would take an active-role in class. I have incorporated this into my teaching method. I have an individualised teaching approach and adapt my style to the student's needs.

If any students require one-off sessions, for help with coursework or exams, I am able to provide this.
With the exam period forthcoming, I have experience in going through exam techniques and revision methods.

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Personal Description:
I am a qualified teacher and Head of Department with 20 years of experience, in well known independent schools.

I specialise slightly more in Spanish but teach both Spanish and French to GCSE, IGCSE, A-level and Pre-U and IB. I work as an examiner for IGCSE, Pre-U and the IB, and have a good deal of exerience in preparation for Oxbridge applications and Common Entrance exams. I am usually very flexible during the school holidays, but am also able to schedule lessons for evenings and weekends during term time.

I can drive to you, but have to charge some travel costs. I am equally happy to work online.

Teaching Experience:
20 years teaching in the UK, almost entirely in the independent system with years working in boarding schools, as well as experience in a British international school. I am currently teaching at a London girls day school.

Tutoring Approach:
I am very flexible in my approach according to the needs of the student, and am quick to pick up where gaps may lie. I believe in building confidence in language learning, and am very familiar with exam requirements and preparation.

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Personal Description:
I am an experienced secondary school teacher with 20 years' teaching service, with proven results and demonstrable proficiency. I have a deep understanding of all syllabuses, textbooks and exam formats. Dedicated, passionate and creative, I have the ability to deliver a professional and outstanding standard of tuition. I have provided guidance to students of hugely varying ability, stretching the academically bright and nurturing those who lack confidence. I try to connect individually with each child by making the subject specific and relevant to them, using creative and innovative ways of explaining topics. I fully understand the pressure students are under and realise the importance of every student's unique situation and find positive ways to minimise the stress and overcome the challenges they face.

Previously worked in schools in Hertfordshire and a challenging North London school, now working in a top London public school; teaching Business Studies and Economics.
Experience and responsibilities include: Head of Faculty, Head of Key Stage 5 - Business and Economics, BTEC lead internal verifier, 6th form tutor, PGCE student trainer, Exams officer, visits coordinator, Timetabler, and mentor.
I also have 22 years of senior management industry experience - 6 years senior management with General Electric.

Teaching / tutoring experience
Economics - KS4 (GCSE and iGCSE) and KS5 (A level) Edexcel/AQA/Cambridge exam specifications.
Business Studies - KS4 (GCSE/iGCSE & BTEC) and KS5 Business Studies A level (GCE & BTEC) for Edexcel, AQA and Cambridge (including Cambridge Technicals) exam specifications.
Mathematics - KS4 GCSE
Also tutor primary school pupils in Maths (7-11yrs) for 7+ and 11+ private school selection tests.

June 2025
1) AQA Economics - year 12
2) A level Business Edexcel 9BS0 (2 students) - Grade B and Grade B
3) Cambridge Technical Level 3 Diploma grade - finished with M, M
4) Level 3 National Extended Diploma (Three A-levels) - finished with D, D, D
5) School GCSE grades OCR Business (9-1) J204 - 2 grade 8's, 5 grade 7's, 11 grade 6's, 8 grade 5's and 8 grade 4's
6) Edexcel GCSE Business tuition one student - year 10
7) CIE Cambridge International 9609 student went from predicted grade E to C in final exam
8) AQA Business 7132 - 2 students year 12

June 2024
A level Business Edexcel 9BS0 (2 Students) - Grade B and Grade B
BTEC Business :-
Level 3 National Extended Certificate (one A-level) Final grade - Merit
Level 3 National Extended Diploma (Three A-levels) Final grade - Merit
Level 3 National Extended Diploma (Three A-levels) Year 12 grade - finished year 12 with D, D, D
Cambridge Technical Level 3 Diploma Year 12 grade - M, M
School GCSE grades Edexcel 1BS0 - 3 grade 8's, 7 grade 7's, 11 grade 6's, 12 grade 5's and 7 grade 4's
Edexcel GCSE Business tuition one student - grade 8

June 2023
A level Business AQA 7132 - Three students all received Grade B
A level Business Edexcel 9BS0 - Grade B
WJEC Eduqas GCE A LEVEL in Business - Student in year 12
School GCSE grades Edexcel 1BS0 - 5 grade 8's, 3 grade 7's, 11 grade 6's and 12 grade 5's
GCSE Business tuition - 2 grade 4's and one grade 5

June 2022
School GCSE grades Edexcel 1BS0 - 3 grade 9's, 5 grade 8's, 8 grade 6's and 4 grade 5's.
A level Business Edexcel 9BS0 - Grade B and Grade D (School refuser)
A level Business AQA 7132 - Grade B (from predicted D to B in one year)
GCSE Business Edexcel 1BS0 - Grade 8

June 2021
School GCSE grades - 10 grade 9's, 3 grade 8's, 8 grade 7's, 5 grade 6's, 3 grade 5's, 5 grade 4's, 4 grade 3's, 1 grade 2. I had a cohort of 55 pupils and edexcel chose 5 pupils and asked for each of their 3 pieces of assessment work to moderate. Edexcel agreed with my marking, the level of challenge, and all my grades were accepted.
A level Business Edexcel 9BS0 - Grade B
AS Business AQA - Continued into year 13
GCSE Business Edexcel - one pupil earned grade 7, the other earned grade 9
11 plus Maths - Pupil entered St Margaret's School, Bushy.

June 2020
11 plus Maths - 2 students (St Margaret's Bushey, Dame Alice Owen`s)
OCR Level 3 Cambridge Technical Business - Paper 1 - merit and paper 2 - Merit
GCSE Business (9-1) Edexcel - tutored 3 students. (Grade 6, 7 and 8)
Edexcel AS (year 12) Economics (8EC0) - no exam
Edexcel A level Economics ((9EC0) A* - Accepted at University of St Andrews.

June 2019
1) GCSE Business (9-1) - 26 pupils - Grade 9x1, Grade 7x4, Grade 6x9, grade 5x12.
2) Edexcel A level Economics (9EC0) - Grade C and Grade B
3) Edexcel AS Economics (8EC0) - no exam
4) AQA Business A level (7132) - Grade B
5) Edexcel Business A level (9BS0)- Grade C


June 2018. My students achieved: -
1) Edexcel A level Economics (9EC0) - Grade C
2) AQA A level Business Studies - Grade B
3) AQA GCSE Economics unit 11 and 12 - Grade A (after remark A*)
4) GCSE Business (Cambridge iGCSE) 28 pupils - grades 6A, 10B, 9C, 3D
5) Edexcel AS Economics (8EC0) - Grade B

June 2017. My students achieved:-
1) A level (AQA 7132) Business - grade B.
2) AS level (Edexcel A) Economics - grade C
2) A Level (Edexcel 2015) Business - 3 pupils - grades B, C, D
3) GCSE Business (Cambridge iGCSE) 31 pupils - grades - 4A*, 4A, 14B, 9C
4) GCSE Economics (Cambridge iGCSE) 10 pupils - grades - 4A*, 2A, 4B

June 2016. My students achieved:-
1) GCSE Economics (Cambridge) 2 grade A and one Grade D
2) GCSE Business Studies (Cambridge) 3 x grade A, 3 x B, 3 x C and one grade D

June 2015. My students achieved:-
1) AQA Business Studies A2 - unit 1 A, unit 2 B unit 3 C and unit 4 E
2) GCSE Economics, edexcel, grade C
3) Maths SATs, year 6 - level 5
4) GCSE Economics, OCR, grade C

June 2014. My students achieved:-
1) One student A2 Grade B for Edexcel Business Studies
2) One student A2 overall Grade D for AQA Business Studies, but grade A for the tutored exam for unit 2.
3) Day job out of 8 students - A*, A, 2Bs, C, 4Ds - Edexcel A2 Business Studies
4) One student GCSE Maths - Grade D
5) Day job GCSE Economics 28 pupils - 100% pass

June 2013. My students achieved:-
1) One student AS Grade A in paper 1 and paper 2 for Edexcel Business
2) Day job - Out of 15 students - 2Bs, 5Cs, 8Ds - AS Edexcel Business
3) One student AQA GCSE Business - Grade A
4) One student AQA GCSE Economics - Grade A
5) One student OCR GCSE Business - Grade D

June 2012. My students achieved:-
1) GCSE grade A in Business Studies
2) AS grade A in paper 1 and paper 2 for AQA Business
3) One student GCSE Maths grade A
4) A2 Edexcel four pupils grade B and one grade D

Teaching Experience:
KS4 (GCSE) and KS5 (A level) Economics
KS4 (GCSE/iGCSE & BTEC) and KS5 Business Studies A level (GCE & BTEC) for Edexcel, AQA and Cambridge exam specifications.
KS4 GCSE/iGCSE Economics Edexcel/AQA/Cambridge
KS4 GCSE Mathematics
Also tutor primary school pupils in Maths (7-11yrs) for private school selection tests

Tutoring Approach:
Experienced secondary school teacher with 20 years service, with proven results. I have provided guidance to students of hugely varying ability, stretching the academically bright and nurturing those who lack confidence. I try to connect individually with each child by making the subject specific and relevant to them.

Previously worked in a challenging North London school, now working in a top London public school.
Responsibilities included: Head of Faculty, Head of Key Stage 5 - Business and Economics, lead internal verifier, 6th form tutor, PGCE student trainer, Exams officer, visits coordinator, Timetabler.

Also have 22 years of senior management industry experience - 6 years with General Electric.

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Personal Description:
I am a graduate in Mathematical Economics from the University of Birmingham. My original career was as a Chartered Management Accountant but I always had the ambition to move into teaching. I have been tutoring children one-to-one since 2012. I also run a maths and English training centre for 3 to 14 year olds. I was a governor in a primary and then a grammar school for many years before entering the teaching profession. I was on the GTP training course for Secondary Mathematics at London South Bank University before deciding to go down the tutoring route. My aim is to help children become independent, confident learners who are not afraid of numbers. Everyone can do Maths!

I teach maths at the following levels:
GCSE
A Level
Adult Leaners

Teaching Experience:
I am now tutoring both face to face or online.

I have now built up a lot of experience helping students prepare for GCSE and A level exams. I cover all levels and topics up to Further Maths in year 13. This includes mechanics and Statistics. I also work with adults who are doing numeracy or other work related maths exams.

Many pupils find the transfer from primary to secondary schooling academically challenging. I can explain the underlying mathematical concepts and show them how to approach questions so that they can get into the maths set they deserve. For older pupils I will build their confidence by presenting topics in a variety of ways to find one that makes sense to them. I will help the students improve their exam techniques.

I will travel to your home within 5 miles of Cambridge.

Tutoring Approach:
Don't take my word for it. These are the comments posted by parents. They demonstrate my approach to tutoring.

"Ian has been reliable and my son is happier with Maths than he was. He feels much more confident"

"Ian very good Maths teacher,is so polite, good explain, my daughter she is very bad with Maths, but now she understanding better than before.This is really helped,I recommend this teacher.
We are very Happy.
Thanks Ian"

"More than happy. Ian engaged and connects with my son with ease.Excellent tutor,Thoroughly recommended"

"Ian has been a fantastic tutor and really helped my son in his preparation for his GCSE`s."

"My son was struggling in his first year at secondary with maths. In the few weeks he has worked with Ian has had a marked improvement at school and has grown in confidence."

"Enthusiastic and thorough in his teaching. My son actually enjoy the lessons with Ian."

"Ian is very patient and a good teacher. ****** is happy with the pace and content of her lessons. Would highly recommend
Thank you"

"My daughter and I are very happy to have Ian as her Maths tutor. Ian is punctual, patient and understanding. He has built
my daughter`s confidence in maths."

"Punctual and polite, full of praise for my 10 yr old, she is happy we are happy!,, thankyou Ian."

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Personal Description:
Hello! I'm Ching-Yi, a friendly and passionate Mandarin teacher from Taiwan, now living in the UK. Mandarin is my native language, and I've been helping students of all ages learn Chinese for over 15 years-both in Taiwan and the UK.

Learning a new language should be meaningful and fun, so I blend structured lessons with real-life conversation. Whether we're talking about family, food, travel, or pets, I help students build confidence in expressing themselves naturally in Mandarin.

I like to think of my students as friends-we laugh, explore, and grow together while diving into the language and culture.

Teaching Experience:
Teaching Experience in Taiwan
• Started teaching Mandarin to Western learners back in 2005
• Created beginner-friendly and culturally rich courses focused on everyday Mandarin
• Background in Public Finance, with 6 years of accounting experience in Taichung (yes, numbers and spreadsheets were part of my past life!)

Teaching Experience in the UK
• Been teaching Mandarin since moving to the UK in 2008
• Freelance translator & interpreter with Woking Interpreting and Translation Service (2011-2017)
• Currently teaching at Orpington Chinese Language School (since Nov 2022) - working with amazing students aged 5-16 from all backgrounds
• Lessons focus on speaking, listening, cultural stories, songs, and games!

Tutoring Approach:
One-to-One or Learn Together - You Choose!
Most students love the 1-to-1 learning experience, but if your child has a friend or sibling who'd like to learn together - even better!
For every extra student in the same session, the fee is half price! (Yes, half! )

Why Learn Mandarin with Me?
Whether your child is a complete beginner or studying for exams, my goal is to help British students build confidence in Mandarin language and culture - and actually enjoy it along the way!

To spark their interest, I mix interactive resources, creative worksheets, fun videos, and even some materials I've designed myself.
With me, students don't just learn Mandarin - they experience it, and many become inspired to take it further at school, in future studies, or even their careers.

For School-Age Students
Need help preparing for assignments or exams? I provide focused, friendly support to help students improve performance, deepen understanding, and feel more confident - without the pressure.

How Much Does It Cost?
My tuition fees are based on lessons from home or online.
If I need to travel to you, there will be a small additional fee depending on the distance.

Let's chat and work out what suits you best!

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Personal Description:
I am married with a daughter at university and a son at college. I am interested in many different things, from sports to wildlife. I think I am friendly and fun, and because I have tried learning foreign languages myself, am sympathetic towards my students needs!

Teaching Experience:
I have actually taught TEFL for about 10 years (and have been in the TEFL business for much longer, publishing books for TEFL). I have worked in Japan, Egypt and Spain and also taught at the IH Executive School in Piccadilly, London. Since 2009 I have specialised in teaching 1:1, all types of students, from young learners to senior business people.

Tutoring Approach:
My approach is to find out what the student wants and needs and then to try to give it to them in a logical and effective way. I try to make the lessons varied, interesting and relevant. The aim is always to help the student get closer to achieving their language goals.

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Personal Description:
I am a qualified secondary school and college Maths teacher with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). I have Degree and Masters, Msci, in Mathematics from university of London(QMUL).
I have one year secondary school, five years College, Leyton Sixth Form(GCSE/AS/A2) and 14 years private tutoring experience.
I am currently an active Edexcel examiner with experience in marking GCSE/AS/A2 papers. I mark at the end of each exam period for Edexcel. I teach both, Statistics and Mechanics units for any exam board.
I only teach from year 10 and above for this academic year.
I will travel to you.

Pricing per visit:
£70 1hour and 30mins

Teaching Experience:
As well as having over ten years tutoring experience, I have four years GCSE/AS/A2 level teaching experience in a college. This means I am familiar with the mathematics syllabus. I am also Edexcel examiner with experience in marking GCSE/AS/A2 papers.

Tutoring Approach:
I invest towards instilling student's confidence and interest in the subject so that they have ownership of their learning.
I constantly assess students, like testing, questioning, given regular homework and asking for detailed explanations. I try to motivate my students with a constant interaction in my teaching.

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Personal Description:
I have many years of tutoring behind me and am currently studying for the Diploma in English Teaching to Adults.

I'm widely travelled and have spent many years living abroad. This has contributed to a high degree of fluency in Spanish and French. I acquire languages easily, being open to the cultures in which I find myself.

Teaching Experience:
I have taught exclusively in continental countries. One year in Finland, six years in Spain and two in Germany. In all cases the teaching took place in private schools or in company offices. Much of the teaching was 1 to 1, the rest being in small groups.

Tutoring Approach:
I believe that language acquisition takes place when the learner is relaxed and so my approach may be considered informal. The choice of materials is a joint decision. Good classes can take place with or without them.

I also favour a communicative approach, which entails giving a needs analysis to all my learners.

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Personal Description:
I am currently a science teacher at a secondary school.

Teaching Experience:
I have 10 years of private tutoring experience and 5 years of teaching experience at secondary school level.

Tutoring Approach:
Teach the way students want to learn - not how teachers prefer to teach.

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Personal Description:
Hi, I am Wahid and I am a medical doctor and a graduate of University College London (UCL) in BSc Biomedical Sciences (Hons). I have experience of teaching GCSE and A level Biology, Chemistry, Physics (GCSE) and Maths across the exam boards. I have more than 500+ hours of teaching experience of these subjects.

Teaching Experience:
I have experience of teaching for the past couple of years. Seeing improvement in my students' knowledge, skills, and ultimately boosting their grades is at the core of my teaching. My students have moved from D prior to teaching to A and Bs. I focus both on the core knowledge and skills as well as past exam questions- providing tips and techniques as we go along.

Tutoring Approach:
I take a holistic approach in my teaching; providing high quality of teaching which is result-driven, systematic and student-centred- with focus on exam and revision strategies. My teaching is active and engaging.

I am responsive to the needs of my students; ensuring they are making significant progress. In addition to conveying knowledge in an understandable way, I am aiming to boost my student's confidence and transferrable skills. All of which will ultimately lead to boosting grades significantly.

What you will be looking forward to:

1. Acquiring in-depth and concise knowledge of the contents of the specification
2. Exam tips and proven studying techniques
3. Past paper practise
4. Marking and providing feedback on mock exams
5. Enhancing confidence and analytical skills
6. Pattern of topics that always come up
7. Being available to answer my students' queries round the clock

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Personal Description:
I am a qualified secondary science teacher (specialising in physics), holding a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). I gained these qualifications after having completed a Graduate Training Programme (GTP). I completed a BSc Physics with Astronomy degree at the University of Nottingham. I have qualifications in all sciences and maths at GCSE and A-Level.

Teaching Experience:
I have taught science (biology, chemistry and physics) since 2011, to all year groups from 7-13, following these exam boards and
specifications: at GCSE, AQA Science, Edexcel IGCSE Science, OCR 21st Century Science, OCR Gateway Science and WJEC Science (all including higher tier and separate biology, chemistry and physics content); at A-Level, AQA Physics, Edexcel Physics, OCR Physics A, OCR Physics B and WJEC Physics. I have also taught the physics International Baccalaureate diploma and BTEC Level 2 and Level 3 Applied Science. I have assessed examinations for the AQA, OCR and Edexcel exam boards. I have supported students preparing for physics entry examinations for universities.

Tutoring Approach:
In 2016, I set up my own tuition company and currently operate this full-time. Tuition has an advantage over teaching in that it enables me to better help students on an individual basis. This level of help is often difficult to achieve in a classroom environment, which can be very frustrating for both the teacher and student. Tuition also allows me control over my working hours, which in turn gives greater flexibility in planning quality lessons for students.

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Personal Description:
I am a highly-experienced French and German teacher with over 15 years in the classroom, teaching both languages to Oxbridge entry level.

I believe in giving pupils the tools to manipulate language for themselves and to feel confident when communicating orally or in writing. My lessons are tailored to the individual and for those taking GCSE or A Level examinations, there is a clear focus on improving exam technique and working on individual skills and exam papers.

Teaching Experience:
I have taught at a wide range of schools, from comprehensive to grammar schools and from this, I have gained a wide level of experience of supporting pupils with different needs. My pupils and those I have tutored have consistently achieved very good outcomes in public examinations.

Tutoring Approach:
I tailor my lessons to the needs of the individual pupil and in our initial meeting, I will establish the areas where we want to work on together.

My lessons are interactive and I make use of authentic materials and assessment materials to practise the different language skill areas.

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