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We’re a team of experienced educators, committed to facilitating a growth mindset, cultivating grit and removing barriers to learning. From boosting confidence to improving academic performance, we’re here to help your child reach their full potential.
English Literature & Language
Polly Beynon
KS1 Phonics
Polly has worked as a Classroom Teacher and as a Senior Leader in KS1 for 30 years and specialises in Phonics. She is passionate about supporting students by breaking down barriers to their learning, tailor-making lessons to meet their needs and ensuring they reach their full potential. In her spare time, Polly enjoys having fun in her social skittles team, loves the outdoors and walking her dog Bryn!
Fiona Bryant
KS2 English
Fiona has worked in education and childcare settings for the past 25 years alongside volunteering in youth groups and being a parent. Learner led education is at the heart of her practice, understanding that flexibility is important to meet the needs of individuals with different learning styles and SEND. In addition to taking courses to benefit her own professional development, she studies karate and is an archery instructor!
Sophie Walsh
KS3 & GCSE English
Sophie is an enthusiastic A-level student studying English Literature, English Language and Psychology. She is highly motivated to help other students gain confidence with English skills so that they can achieve their best potential. In her spare time, Sophie enjoys playing sports and loves spending time with her Labrador, Barney. She have a passion for animals and wildlife - especially documentaries narrated by David Attenborough!
Jason Gillman
GCSE & A-level English
Having spent 10 years working in the education system, Jason has built up a wealth of knowledge and experience teaching students of all abilities. Before qualifying as an English Teacher, Jason was a Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistant for three years, so he's well-equipped to help tailor-make each lesson to students' needs such as Dyslexia, ADHD, Chronic Anxiety and Autism. Plus, he's also the founder of Mr Gillman Tuition!
Nicki Hambleton
Study Coach
Bringing over three decades of education expertise in fostering creativity and innovation, Nicki helps build confidence and ease stress and anxiety through long-lasting techniques in recall and retrieval practice. Nicki helps all learners to harnesses the power of visual and spatial strategies to organise and map course content and concepts, making learning both fun and memorable. In her free time Nicki loves taking her puppy to the beach!
Science, Technology, Engineering & Maths (STEM)
Sarah Bennett
Year 6 Maths SATs Specialist
Sarah has worked as a teacher in primary education for the last 20 years. She has extensive experience in Year 6 and is passionate about building children’s confidence. She is skilled at breaking down learning into fun, bite-sized chunks and giving students a foundation from which to approach their end of KS2 SATs. In her spare time, Sarah enjoys baking and going on country walks.
Claire Hardwidge
KS3 Maths & Dyslexia Tutor
As a dedicated and experienced educator with over 20 years in both mainstream and alternative provision settings, Claire has a deep commitment to supporting every learner's unique journey. She specialises in helping students with special educational needs (SEN) thrive, offering tailored support in her lessons that makes learning accessible and enjoyable for all abilities.
Paul Sharpe
Tech Club Leader
Paul is an Aerospace Engineer with 15 years of experience in the industry. He's worked on structures, fuel systems and electrical installations. Outside of his professional career, Paul is an avid coder. He's built several drones from scratch and is proficient in computer languages such as Python, C++, Java Script, and much more! Paul's passion is to pass on his knowledge to fellow enthusiasts! Look out for one of his courses - all are welcome!
Modern Foreign Languages (MFL)
Martine Lamour
French Tutor
Martine is a native speaker of French who fell in love with the English language when she was 11! She has volunteered, worked in primary and secondary schools, and taught in further education. For her, teaching a language is a valuable life skill that can lead to exciting opportunities. In her spare time, she enjoys meeting up with her friends usually in front of a delicious meal, swimming and learning Italian!
Nuria Sierra
Spanish Tutor
With a global career spanning the UK, Spain, Brazil, Mexico, and Portugal, Nuria has cultivated a deep appreciation for diverse cultures and languages. Holding an MBA and over 20 years of experience in marketing and communications, she brings strategic thinking and a passion for language to her native Spanish tutoring. In her free time, Nuria enjoys exploring new cultures and languages with her family, fostering a lifelong love of learning.