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Matthew F.

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+2 years of exp. teaching at GoStudent

MSc Chemistry student @ University of Cambridge; Ninja Warrior athlete and speed climber. I'm a friendly, approachable and engaging tutor who understands that students have a lot on their plate managing schoolwork, sports/extracurriculars, hobbies and a social life. I create a comfortable tutoring environment where questions are encouraged and mistakes are welcomed, and where we can have fun learning together. BA Natural Sciences (Chemistry/Biology) @ University of Cambridge Scottish Advanced Highers (A-level equivalent): Maths, Chemistry, Biology Scottish Highers (AS-level equivalent): Maths, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, English, French Scottish National 5s (GCSE equivalent): Maths, Chemistry, Biology, Physics, English, French, Computing Science, Economics

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Matthew F.

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+2 years of exp. teaching at GoStudent

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