Resits & Retakes for A-Levels and GCSE

Andra P graduated from Bocconi University with a BSc in International Economics and Management and is now beginning her Master’s in Management at London Business School. She achieved 9 A*s in her IGCSEs and has several years of tutoring experience, particularly in Mathematics, Economics and Geography.

Andra is familiar with the GCSE, IGCSE and A-Level curricula and focuses her tutoring on building strong subject knowledge alongside the exam skills students need to perform at their best. Her lessons place particular emphasis on breaking down difficult concepts, working through exam-style and past-paper questions, and developing effective problem-solving and revision strategies.

She adapts her teaching to each student’s level, syllabus and individual goals, with the aim of making lessons both rigorous and approachable. Andra believes that strong results come from a combination of clear understanding, consistent practice and confidence, and she works to ensure that students feel supported and increasingly independent in their learning.

Haiyan W is a native Mandarin speaker with over 20 years of experience teaching Chinese in universities and secondary schools in China and the UK. She has previous experience teaching A-Level Chinese at St Leonards School and Madras College, and currently teaches IGCSE Chinese at St Leonards School. She has taught both native and non-native Chinese learners with a wide range of abilities and backgrounds.

Haiyan gained her undergraduate and MA degrees in China and also taught as a lecturer at a Chinese university. She has extensive experience preparing students for Chinese examinations and supporting them in developing accurate language, strong communication skills and effective examination techniques. Her IGCSE students have achieved consistently strong results, with most achieving A or A* grades.

Her teaching style is patient, structured and supportive. She carefully adapts lessons to individual students' needs and focuses on building confidence, improving language skills and developing independent learning.

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Mathematics from IBA, Karachi, where I graduated with a CGPA of 3.72. Since 2016, I have been engaged in teaching Mathematics at the O and A Level, both in-person and remotely.

Over the years, I have developed proficiency in delivering instruction across various international curricula, including:

CAIE (IGCSE & A Level)

Singapore Math

American Curriculum (Algebra, Geometry, Pre-Calculus)

In addition to curriculum-based teaching, I prepare students for standardized tests such as the DSAT (Digital SAT) Math section, and coach students for international mathematics competitions, including IKMC and SASMO.

I have been conducting online classes since 2017 using platforms such as Zoom and Google Meet, and am fully equipped to manage virtual instruction effectively. I am passionate about creating engaging, concept-focused learning environments that cater to diverse student needs.

Manoj A is a Mathematics educator with 20+ years of teaching and mentoring experience, specialising in A-Level, IGCSE and international Mathematics curricula. He currently works as an Edexcel A Level Mathematics Examiner with Pearson Education, giving him direct experience of the assessment standards, mark schemes and examination requirements of the Edexcel A Level Mathematics curriculum.

His teaching experience includes A Level Mathematics, Pure Mathematics and IGCSE Mathematics. He has taught IGCSE Mathematics at school level and has worked with students following Cambridge International Mathematics, including Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics (0580), Additional Mathematics (0606) and International Mathematics (0607). He has also undertaken professional development in CIE AS & A Level Mathematics.

His lessons focus on understanding concepts clearly, developing mathematical reasoning and problem-solving skills, and applying these skills to exam-style questions. He adapts his teaching to the student's level—whether the student needs to strengthen foundations, catch up with the course, improve examination technique or work towards higher grades.

As an Edexcel examiner, Manoj brings an additional examination perspective to his tutoring. He understands that knowing the mathematics is only part of succeeding in an examination; students also need to apply appropriate methods, show their reasoning clearly and work accurately under examination conditions.

He has taught and mentored students from the UK, USA, UAE, Singapore, Netherlands, Malaysia, Australia and other countries, giving him experience of working with different educational backgrounds and learning needs.

Over the years, his students have achieved strong results in Mathematics, including A and A grades at IGCSE/A-Level level. His aim is to help students build genuine mathematical understanding and the confidence to tackle unfamiliar problems independently.*

Achraf (Ash) is a Mathematics, Physics and French tutor with over 4 years of teaching experience across GCSE, IGCSE, A-Level and Further Mathematics. He has worked with students following major UK exam boards including Edexcel, AQA and OCR, supporting learners ranging from those strengthening core foundations to high-achieving students targeting Grades 8–9 and top A-Level results.

Ash graduated from the University of Bristol with a Master’s in Mechanical Engineering (MEng), giving him a strong academic background in advanced mathematics, mechanics, statistics, modelling and problem-solving. His professional experience also includes work as a Reusable Rocket Engineer and Mathematics AI Trainer, where he developed and reviewed complex mathematical and engineering problems.

His tutoring is structured, exam-focused and highly adaptive. He helps students understand difficult concepts clearly, develop stronger problem-solving habits and improve their exam technique through targeted practice, past-paper questions and step-by-step feedback. He also supports students preparing for Further Mathematics and university admissions-style problem solving, including ESAT-type questions.

Ash has taught students from a wide range of ability levels and focuses on building both confidence and mathematical independence so that students can perform consistently under exam conditions.

Smita C is experienced Cambridge educator with extensive teaching experience in History and Global Perspectives, including Cambridge IGCSE, AS Level, and A Level programmes. She is fully trained in the Cambridge curriculum and have served as a Cambridge examiner for IGCSE History, AS & A Level History, and Global Perspectives. Her experience as both a teacher and examiner has provided her with a strong understanding of Cambridge curriculum frameworks, assessment objectives, examination standards, and assessment criterias.

Ankit is an experienced Science and Mathematics educator with a strong engineering background and a passion for making complex concepts simple, intuitive, and engaging.

He graduated in Electrical Engineering with an excellent GPA of 9.4/10.0 and has a strong academic foundation in Mathematics, Physics, Electronics, and Computer Science. During his school years, he was a high achiever in Mathematics and Science, including achieving a state-level top position in these subjects.

Starting his career as a robotics and STEM trainer, Ankit gradually developed extensive experience in academic teaching and personalised tutoring. Over the past few years, he has worked with 200+ students, helping learners build strong conceptual understanding, problem-solving skills, and confidence in Mathematics and Physics.

His teaching approach focuses on understanding concepts rather than memorising formulas. He breaks challenging topics into clear, logical steps and connects theory with practical examples, experiments, technology, and real-world applications wherever appropriate.

Ankit is particularly passionate about helping GCSE, IGCSE, and A-Level students strengthen their fundamentals, approach exam questions strategically, and become confident independent learners.

T. Sana is an experienced English and Humanities tutor specializing in supporting IGCSE, GCSE and A-Level students, as well as ESL/EFL learners from diverse international backgrounds, including students from Malaysia, Singapore, India, China, Japan, the UAE, and Saudi Arabia.

She provides academic support in English Language, English Literature, Business Studies, Sociology and Humanities, helping students develop the subject knowledge, analytical skills and exam techniques required for secondary and advanced-level study.

For IGCSE and GCSE learners, T. Sana focuses on reading comprehension, language analysis, structured writing, vocabulary development, grammar, essay planning and effective examination responses. Students receive targeted practice designed to strengthen weaker areas and build confidence in approaching examination-style questions.

For A-Level students, lessons place greater emphasis on critical thinking, textual and contextual analysis, developing arguments, academic writing, evaluation skills and producing well-structured, evidence-based responses. Support can be adapted to the student's syllabus, examination board and individual learning objectives.

T. Sana also has experience supporting IB-style academic work, including essay writing and Extended Essay guidance, with particular attention to research, organization, clarity, critical analysis and academic expression.

Her background in research-based academic writing enables her to guide students in developing coherent arguments, selecting and organizing evidence, improving written expression and approaching extended academic responses systematically.

She is particularly committed to students who require additional time, repetition and structured support. Rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach, lessons are adapted to each learner's pace, current ability and academic goals. Customized lesson plans, targeted practice and engaging activities help students make steady and measurable progress.

T. Sana creates a positive and encouraging learning environment where students can strengthen their foundations, develop effective examination strategies and progressively build the confidence and independence needed for IGCSE, GCSE and A-Level examinations.

Ala is a BSc degree holder in Biomedicine and is pursuing her master's in clinical neuroscience. Her field of study incorporates Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics – the subjects she's been tutoring for 3 years now. She has experience tutoring AQA A-levels and (I)GCSE syllabi in the aforementioned subjects, improving students' comprehension of the subjects as well as creating effective exam strategies. She helped tutees achieve top grades (A* as well as 9s in GCSE). As an IB graduate, Ala understands the challenges of a rigorous high school curriculum and the struggles of having to manage multiple subjects at a higher level simultaneously. Thus, she ensures sessions with her students are focused and flexible by creating a tailored study plan for each student and preparing for the lessons diligently. She shares her enthusiasm for the subjects and positive energy with the students, making the sessions more enjoyable and friendly.

Archit A holds professional degrees in both Engineering and Teaching from Maharishi Dayanand University, India, providing him with a uniquely rigorous and analytical foundation for mathematics education.

With a distinguished career spanning over ten years, Archit is an exceptional international educator specializing in the A-Level and IGCSE curricula. His global teaching journey has brought his expertise to diverse classrooms across India, Sudan, Japan, and the United Arab Emirates.

Focusing specifically on major exam boards including Edexcel, AQA, and Cambridge (CIE) A-Level Mathematics, Archit has extensive experience guiding students through rigorous exam preparation. His tailored instruction consistently drives top academic outcomes, with a significant majority of his A-Level students securing top A* and A grades.

Archit's teaching philosophy centers on demystifying complex concepts through structured, rigorous practice. His sessions are highly focused, strategically paced, and designed to transform challenging mathematical frameworks into accessible knowledge, ultimately building genuine mathematical fluency and supreme academic confidence.