Olisemeka E.

Hi, I'm Feolami and to me, teaching is more than just delivering information; it’s about building the confidence to ask the right questions. With years of peer-to-peer mentoring experience coaching students through critical transitions like Year 11s tackling Maths GCSEs or helping younger boarders navigating school life, I pride myself on being an approachable, empathetic, and highly effective tutor. My professional background in client-facing roles also means I can help with not only understanding the material but also present that knowledge with confidence. Let’s work together to reach your goals! I attended Swansea University and achieved a Second Class Honours Bachelors degree in Chemical Engineering. I finished with ABC in A-Levels for Maths (AQA), Chemistry (OCR) and Biology (AQA) respectively, while in AS-Level (lower 6th form) I achieved ABBC for Maths, Chemistry, Biology and French respectively. I completed my GCSEs with 1 A* (Maths), 5 As (Additional Maths, Chemistry, Physics, Biology and French) and 3 Bs (Economics, ICT and English).

My name is Maria Bazhenova, I am originally Russian but I live in Switzerland and go to university in England, Durham University to be specific! I can speak four languages: English, Russian, French and Italian. I have been playing tennis my whole life and love exploring new places! I attended a school in Switzerland where I studied the International Baccalaureate (IB) and completed it and earned the diploma. I then did a one year course at a university business school in London which I received a first class standing in. I am currently a student at Durham University, about to enter my second year after completing my first year, and I am studying Accounting and Finance.

📚 Reception and Primary Teaching | Qualified 11+, SATs, Mathematics & English Teacher About Me: I am a dedicated and experienced teacher specializing in Reception and Primary Teaching, supporting learners from Reception Year up to Year 6 (ages 5–12). I offer engaging and interactive lessons in English, ESL (English Second Language), and Primary Mathematics, helping students build strong academic foundations while fostering a love for learning. ✨ I am a passionate teacher who always wants the best for her students and strives to go the extra mile to ensure they succeed. 💪 I have over seven years of teaching experience, including five years of one-on-one instruction and two years of online teaching. I am a fluent native English speaker with a Bachelor’s degree in Teaching. My expertise covers KS1, KS2, and KS3 learners, and I am fully capable of supporting students through Primary School as well as exam preparation for 11+ and SATs. 🏆 What I Teach: Reception Learners: 🎨 Play-based, nurturing lessons introducing early literacy, numeracy, and life skills. Primary Learners (Years 1–6): 🎯 Goal-focused, interactive lessons that encourage independence, critical thinking, and creativity. Subjects: 📖 English Language 🌍 ESL (English Second Language) 🔢 Mathematics 🗺️ Social Sciences (Geography & History) 🌱 Life Orientation / Life Skills ✝️ Religious Education 🧪 Sciences Exam Preparation & Specialized Support: 📝 Prepare Primary students for exams. 💡 Support learners with ADHD, reading difficulties, exam anxiety, and other learning challenges, providing tailored strategies to help every child succeed and feel confident. 🎯 Create lessons tailored to each student’s needs, combining structure with creativity to ensure confidence and engagement. Courses You Can Enjoy with Me: 📚 Reading, writing, and comprehension ✍️ Grammar, vocabulary, and sentence building 🗣️ Phonics, pronunciation, and speaking practice 🏆 Exam prep for SATs, KS1, KS2, and 11+ Why Learn With Me: 📖 Read and understand stories while having fun. ✍️ Write creatively and express yourself confidently. 🗣️ Speak and listen like a pro with games and activities. 🔤 Master spelling, grammar, and vocabulary through fun exercises. 🎵 Learn phonics and pronunciation in playful ways. 🏆 Prepare for exams with engaging, interactive lessons. I have a passion for art and creativity, which I integrate into lessons to make learning enjoyable and memorable. 🎨 I believe there is no such thing as a foolish question and strive to make every student feel supported, confident, and motivated to reach their full potential. 🌟 Preferred Age Group: 5–12 years old Languages: Fluent native English speaker 🗣️ I’m a hardworking and passionate teacher and tutor who truly loves helping students learn and grow. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Foundation Phase Teaching from North-West University in Potchefstroom, as well as a 120-hour TEFL certificate. I have experience teaching one-on-one to both children and adults, in-person and online, allowing me to tailor lessons to each learner’s needs. I have worked with children who face learning barriers, which has strengthened my ability to adapt lessons to different learning styles. I pride myself on being patient, understanding, and encouraging, and I always strive to make learning enjoyable, meaningful, and memorable. My lessons focus on building confidence, curiosity, and a genuine love for learning. I believe every student has unique strengths waiting to be discovered, and my goal is to help each child reach their full potential through support, consistency, and creativity. 🌟

I am a modern pragmatic thinker, and I bring this active, philosophical approach directly into every lesson. My goal is to move beyond simply memorizing formulas and facts; instead, we explore how environments shape minds, how ideas become action, and how education becomes a living experiment. I believe true learning is not passive—it is a continuous process of discovery and adaptation. My teaching focuses on intentional structuring, ensuring that your learning environment is optimized to produce measurable all round growth. I hold a BSc in Pure Physics from Delta State University, a discipline that instilled a rigorous, first-principles command of mathematics, analytical thinking, and the fundamental laws governing the universe. This degree demanded intensive problem-solving, providing me with the expertise necessary to teach complex foundational subjects like Calculus, Mechanics, and Advanced Physics with absolute clarity and precision. Building on this theoretical base, I pursued a Masters in Business Intelligence and Big Data at the University of Greenwich, London UK. This advanced study shifted my focus from purely theoretical problems to practical, real-world application. It emphasized how to use advanced statistics, data modeling, and cutting-edge analytical tools to extract meaningful, actionable insights from complex systems.