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Hello, I’m Isabella, I’m 18 and currently studying Journalism at the University of Sheffield. I will be tutoring children to prepare them for the 11+ exams. I completed my A-levels at Hills road sixth form college where I studied English, History, Sociology and completed an EPQ. My hobbies consist of listening to music, reading, playing the violin and journaling. I completed my A-levels at Hills road sixth form college where I studied English, History, Sociology and completed an EPQ. For further education, I am currently an undergraduate student at the University of Sheffield where I am completing a BA Journalism degree.

Hi, I’m Maja! (Pronounced Maya). I’m an astrophysics postgrad and a qualified secondary school science teacher. I’ve been through the full rollercoaster of science education, from fighting my way through a master’s degree and emerging with first-class honours, to teaching Year 9s on a Friday afternoon who would rather be anywhere else. Now I help GCSE and A-Level students believe what I already know: you can do this. My goal is to make science feel understandable, interesting, and even a bit fun. When I’m not teaching, you'll find me hanging upside down on an aerial hoop, or writing stories inspired by science and folklore. I went to secondary school in Hungary, where I was initially more interested in the humanities, until I fell in love with space and modern physics. For my leaving qualifications, I completed Advanced Exams in Mathematics and Physics and achieved an A. At university, I completed an integrated Master of Physics degree at the University of Southampton. My first three years focused on general physics (including lab work, mechanics, quantum physics, solid state physics, and wave physics) with a few modules of astronomy. During my master’s year, I had the incredible opportunity to conduct research at the Harvard & Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, where I studied the relationship between black holes and their host galaxies and wrote my thesis on this topic. I graduated with first-class honours in Astrophysics. After university, I felt drawn to education and wanted to help students grasp the beauty of science, so I completed a year of school-centred initial teacher training. I now hold a PGCE with QTS as a qualified science teacher.

Hello! I’m Inuri Basnayake. I am a dedicated and energetic online mathematics tutor with more than two years of experience teaching students through international platforms, including Third Space Global. I help learners strengthen their math skills using a clear, step-by-step approach, friendly guidance and plenty of practice to build real confidence. With a strong science and research background, I teach math logically and patiently, making complex ideas easy to understand. I focus on creating lessons that are interactive, encouraging and enjoyable, helping every student feel supported and motivated throughout their learning journey. Outside of teaching, I love watching movies and TV series, travelling around the country and spending time with my friends. These experiences keep me inspired and bring positive energy into every class. My goal is to help you understand concepts deeply, develop strong problem-solving skills and feel confident in every lesson. Let’s work together to achieve your academic goals! I hold a BSc. (Hons) in Medical Laboratory Science with a Second-Class Upper Division from General Sir John Kotelawela Defence University, Sri Lanka, where I gained strong analytical, logical reasoning and problem-solving skills that greatly enhance my ability to teach mathematics effectively. I am also currently pursuing my master’s degree at the University of Kelaniya, further strengthening my academic background and demonstrating my commitment to continuous learning and professional growth. With this solid educational foundation, I am well-equipped to guide students with clarity, accuracy and confidence. In addition, I have earned a TEFL certification and the EF SET English Certificate, enabling me to teach students from diverse international backgrounds in clear and fluent English. With extensive experience tutoring global learners through well-known online education platforms, I specialize in delivering structured explanations, personalized support and student-focused teaching methods. My goal is to make learning smooth, enjoyable and effective, helping every child build strong mathematical skills and genuine confidence in their abilities.

I have worked as a lecturer at De Montfort University for over 15 years. I hold a PGCE in further Education, an MA in English Language Teaching, and a BA honours in English. I taught English for Academic Purposes at university. This enabled me to develop various teaching approaches at different levels of English usage. I have also taught KS3-KS5 in the UK and abroad during which I have been observed several times and demonstrated that I was outstanding. I have used various teaching aids ranging from pictures, flash cards, to a variety of IT techniques. I have also used peer interaction and assessment to develop learners. Teaching at university enabled me to teach presentation skills. This has enabled me to do the same during training, coaching and mentoring sessions with colleagues. I have mentored a number of tutors. In my experience as a university lecturer I have used a variety of online platforms to teach students during the Covid-19 pandemic. I began my journey into English in 2002 when I did a BA (hons) in English at Demontfort university. Following this I did an MA in Children’s Literature in 2005 due to my immense love of reading. However, it was only when I landed a job at a resources centre that I decided to specialize in teaching and so I did a PGCE in education and an MA in English language teaching both in 2007-2009. I absolutely love teaching since then - as cliche as it sounds it is truly my passion and the most rewarding thing I’ve ever done. I love my students and to see them excel truly makes me content. I’ve been told that I have a gift for building a rapport with learners and I to feel this is something that comes naturally to me because as a student I myself struggled with being misunderstood and branded as a ‘bad student’. I feel as a result I can relate to students and their struggles more easily. I’m also very patient and an excellent listener.