Tutor Profile

Matthew

Private Maths and Entrance Exams Tutor in Plymouth

I am a qualified secondary mathematics teacher with over sixteen years' experience providing private maths tuition from KS1 all the way through to GCSEs and A-Levels, and on into adult education. I also help students prepare for 11+ and other entrance exams. I have helped hundreds of students achieve excellent results in their GCSEs, A Levels or 11+. I estimate that I have provided over 10,000 hours of tuition. I have a PGCE in secondary mathematics and a degree in Mathematical Sciences from the University of Bath. I have taught at Ivybridge Community College and have worked at Plymstock School for over ten years providing one-to-one and small group tuition in addition to my private clients.

My passion and enthusiasm for the subject can be traced all the way back to my own school days; I achieved the top grades in mathematics for both GCSE and A Level, studied for additional qualifications (Statistics and Further Mathematics at GCSE and A Level respectively) and regularly took part in the UK Mathematics Challenge, receiving several ‘Best in School’ and gold certificates. My own children are now working their way through primary school and so I am actively involved in supporting them in their own mathematical adventures! I have an excellent track record in helping students meet or exceed their targets, backed up by glowing testimonials from parents. I have QTS status and DBS clearance and am happy to show all certificates/testimonials on request.

Teaching Experience

Over 16 years tutoring experience and 10,000 hours of lessons delivered. Qualified teacher of secondary mathematics with QTS and up-to-date DBS. Over 10 years' experience working with secondary schools around Plymouth. Experience teaching all school ages from 5 to 18, as well as adult learning. Experience teaching students with SEND.

Tutoring Approach

I am friendly and approachable and will always tailor my lessons to the needs and abilities of the individual students. I have a passion for mathematics and always try to make my lessons engaging and fun. I teach at the student's pace and work hard to create a safe environment where they feel comfortable to discuss any areas of challenge, at any level. I believe private tuition can be truly transformative in building confidence, unlocking potential and helping students to achieve excellent results. The frequency and length of lessons can be tailored to individual requirements. I have an extensive bank of resources and often make my own, and am equally well-equipped to teach in person or online. I can travel to students' homes or students are welcome to travel to me.

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Qualifications

PGCE Secondary Mathematics

PGCE · Plymouth Marjon University · 2009

QTS

QTS · GTC · 2009

BSc (Hons) Mathematical Sciences

Bachelors · University of Bath · 2:1 · 2003

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AlexFirst Tutors

Really grateful to Matthew for his expertise as a tutor and flexibility in arranging sessions

SarahFirst Tutors

Very calm and personable and engaged well with my sons for their GCSE Maths. It’s early days but they seem to be progressing well with the extra guidance Matthew is giving them.

ClairFirst Tutors

Fantastic maths tutor. Always challenges my daughter appropriately but also builds her confidence. She is really enjoying the lessons and works hard in them. Feel fortunate to have found such a great maths tutor.

VickyFirst Tutors

We started using Matthew back in February to help my son prepare for his GCSE’s as he felt he needed some extra support. He found that his sessions with Matthew helped massively and gave my son the confidence boost he needed. Matthew is always very polite and my son always felt confident after their tutoring sessions. Would highly recommend Matthew.

RebeccaFirst Tutors

Haven’t had Matthew for long but my son seems to be working really well with him and is motivated. I’m really pleased my son has set himself a maths goal which he has never done before. After lessons he feels proud of what he has achieved in his lesson and talks about what he has learned which is a really good sign. Matthew seems flexible and chilled! He is a thumbs up from me!

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