SCIENCE TUTORING

Helena is a highly regarded Science teacher, specialising in Biology with a particular interest in assessment and examinations.  She completed a certificate in the Principles and Practice of Assessment from University of Cambridge in 2013. Helena has examined A level biology for over five years and was selected to write questions for the new A level specification for the OCR exam board. She has tutored students with a wide range of abilities and learning styles and taught in both the state and private sector, thus acquiring an appreciation for the nuances between them and the pressures placed upon the students. She especially enjoys building students’ self esteem, mentoring and challenging young people to reach their full potential both inside and outside the classroom. 

 

A former international rower, Helena possesses a real sense of adventure and has led numerous school expeditions as far as the high Arctic.

Liz has been teaching Chemistry in both state and grammar sectors for over 20 years. Before this she spent time as a Haematologist at UCH, as a result she is able to apply industry related experiences to her teaching and put the syllabus into context, making it relevant and dynamic. Liz understands how to communicate even the toughest aspects of the Chemistry curriculum with ease and teases out the best of each individual.

Whilst Head of Department she ran an effective programme with many of her pupils gaining places to study Chemistry, Medicine and Veterinary Science. She has also mentored students through the Oxbridge selection process as well as offering support and encouragement to those perusing other avenues post A Level.

Throughout her career Liz has managed many changes to the Chemistry Curriculum at GCSE and A Level, specialising in OCR and Edexcel exam boards. She understands the importance of a balanced lifestyle enjoying singing, cycling and painting. Liz is exactly the tutor you need to guide you confidently and calmly through turbulent times.

Malcolm is a highly experienced teacher within both Grammar and Independent school sectors specialising in Physics and Astronomy. He has a proven track record of success teaching all major exam boards.

Malcolm’s philosophy towards teaching Physics is simple. People tend to excel at the things they enjoy, so make Physics enjoyable. Success in Physics is not a big problem, just a series of small problems which need to be solved in a logical manner. 

After graduating in 1980 with a B.Sc. (Hons) in Physics with Physical Electronics, Malcolm embarked on a career in the Electronics / Computing industry. His career developed from Development engineer to Chief Operating Officer for a leading edge digital switch company. In 1996 he was awarded an MBA from Durham University.
In 2002, Malcolm decided on a career change, moving into teaching. 

 

Malcolm has also enjoyed participating in a student expedition to the high Arctic. His passion for astronomy and space exploration has resulted in him taking over 200 students to the US Space Centre in Huntsville, Alabama where they participated in the Advanced Space Academy.

A highly regarded teacher in Private and Public education here and abroad, Tamara gets rave reviews form students and parents alike.

 

From Australia all the way back to Henley she has a keen interest in Science education and the pastoral side of teaching. With over 13 years of experience Tamara is currently specialising in Chemistry GCSE having previously held a position as Head of House and contributed to the Teacher Training Programme. Her dynamic personality and positivity is infectious.

 

Tamara is just the perfect balance for students needing expertise and motivation to move them forwards in secondary science journey or make the transition to A level. 

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When not in the classroom Tamara can be found walking her dog, running, cycling or rowing. The latter of which she most enjoyed when completing her PGCE at the University of Oxford.