Ethan Y.

Hi, I’m Maja! (Pronounced Maya). I’m an astrophysics graduate and a qualified secondary school science teacher. I’ve been through the full rollercoaster of science education, from fighting my way through a master’s degree and emerging with first-class honours, to teaching Year 9s on a Friday afternoon who would rather be anywhere else. Now I help GCSE and A-Level students believe what I already know: you can do this. My goal is to make science feel understandable, interesting, and even a bit fun. When I’m not teaching, you'll find me hanging upside down on an aerial hoop, or writing stories inspired by science and folklore. I went to secondary school in Hungary, where I was initially more interested in the humanities, until I fell in love with space and modern physics. For my leaving qualifications, I completed Advanced Exams in Mathematics and Physics and achieved an A. At university, I completed an integrated Master of Physics degree at the University of Southampton. My first three years focused on general physics (including lab work, mechanics, quantum physics, solid state physics, and wave physics) with a few modules of astronomy. During my master’s year, I had the incredible opportunity to conduct research at the Harvard & Smithsonian Center for Astrophysics, where I studied the relationship between black holes and their host galaxies and wrote my thesis on this topic. I graduated with first-class honours in Astrophysics. After university, I felt drawn to education and wanted to help students grasp the beauty of science, so I completed a year of school-centred initial teacher training. I now hold a PGCE with QTS as a qualified science teacher.

Najib Samaha — Mathematics & Physics Tutor I’m Najib Samaha, a passionate and dedicated tutor with a Master’s Degree in Mathematics and experience teaching students across a wide range of academic levels. Subjects Mathematics: Primary Level to A Level Physics: Primary Level to GCSE Level Exam Boards AQA Edexcel Irish Curriculum Languages English French Teaching Approach I focus on building strong fundamentals, developing problem-solving skills, and helping students gain confidence in their subjects. My lessons are adapted to each student’s level, learning style, and academic goals, with an emphasis on clear explanations and practical exam preparation. Interests Outside tutoring, I enjoy football, basketball, gaming, fitness, and bodybuilding. My Teaching Approach I’m an expert in Mathematics and Physics, and I believe that learning should be both effective and enjoyable. My goal is to make every lesson engaging, interactive, and exciting while ensuring that students genuinely understand the material rather than simply memorizing it. I’m a naturally energetic and patient tutor, and I rely heavily on these qualities throughout my lessons. My energy helps keep students engaged, motivated, and interested in the material, while my patience allows each student to learn at their own pace in a comfortable and supportive environment. I make sure to adapt my teaching style to each student’s individual needs and level of understanding. Whether a student is struggling with the basics, preparing for an important exam, or aiming to achieve higher grades, I work with them step by step to build their confidence and strengthen their problem-solving skills. My aim is not only to help students improve academically, but also to help them enjoy the learning process, develop confidence in their abilities, and achieve their full potential.

Lower level: Mathematics GCSE: Mathematics A Level: Mathematics Exam Board Experience: Pearson Edexcel Languages: English (fluent) Greek (native speaker) Experience teaching students with ADHD, Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, Autism Preferred student age group: Any About Me: As a teacher of Mathematics, I have worked in both primary and secondary schools in the UK, Greece and Cyprus. Currently I am a teacher of Mathematics for secondary education, and I am also teaching adults as part of their CPD. When I am teaching, I use creative and critical thinking techniques to help my students to acquire in-depth understanding of fundamental concepts of mathematics. Part of my teaching consists of games, quizzes and other creative and fun activities that aim to make teaching and learning easier and more enjoyable. It is also important for me to help my students to learn how to solve word problems, which is a skill that students find hard to acquire. I enjoy walking, travelling, reading, sports and music. Lately I became fascinated with Space exploration and the possibilities that it creates for the development of new technology and how it helps improve living conditions on Earth. I am also interested in Artificial Intelligence and machine learning and how these are based on mathematical thought. I have a degree in Pure Mathematics from the Aristotle University of Greece, an MA in Mathematics Education from Leeds University in the UK and a PGCE in Mathematics from the UK. I have a Qualified Teacher Status to work in UK schools and I have 22 years of work experience in the UK, Greece and Cyprus.

Hey, I’m Sohail! I’m 20 and currently in my 3rd year of dentistry. I’ve always loved science and enjoy making tricky topics easier to understand. I know what it’s like to feel stuck with studying, so I try to keep things clear, supportive, and even a bit fun to help students feel more confident. Currently studying for a Master’s in Dental Medicine, now in my 3rd year of dental school. Achieved AAA in Biology, Chemistry, and Psychology at A-level. Strong passion and knowledge in science, especially Biology and Chemistry.