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Benjamin

Private Geography and English Tutor in Eastleigh

Hi, I am Ben, you may recognize my face from a Sky TV documentary, "Who'd be a Billionaire". Or the I newspaper article published June 17th 2021, both of which talk about my experiences and the impact tutoring can have.

I am a full-time professional tutor. I graduated from Clare College Cambridge with a 2.1 in History in 2012 (making me 35). Being younger than your average tutor, I pride myself on being able to empathize with my students. Moreover, a few Cambridge horror stories usually convinces most students that the exam revision timetable I make for them is quite generous! It also means I have a brilliant understanding of the exam system. I have picked up the kind of wisdom that you won’t find in any revision guide but will make all the difference to final grades.

Teaching Experience

12 Years and Over 10,000 hours at GCSE A level and Degree level.

Tutoring Approach

I understand many students are reluctant to be tutored so I try and make my lessons as engaging as possible. I use relate-able examples from my own knowledge to explain key points, on the principle that interesting information is easier to remember and more likely to inculcate. I have never failed to get even the most reluctant student onside and some of the transformations I have engineered have surprised even me! I also understand that each student is an individual and tailor my lessons accordingly. I have a skill for understanding individuals quickly and working out how to alter my methods to get the best results from them.

I pride myself on being available every step of the journey. This includes parents of students as well. I am always on hand to offer advice, reassurance or even direct intervention with schools or teachers personally if that is what is needed. I am a great believer that tutoring has three participants; myself, the student and the parent / guardian.

I also teach study skills as part of my lessons. This includes a tailored essay structure program, and a personalized revision program for exam season

Qualifications

History

Bachelors · Clare College Cambridge · 2.1 · 2012

History

College · Peter Symonds College · A · 2009

Government and Politics

College · Peter Symonds College · A · 2009

Geography

College · Peter Symonds College · A · 2009

History

School · Kings School · A* · 2007

English Language / Literature

School · Kings School · A* · 2007

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DaudFirst Tutors

Ben has been an exceptional tutor for my son, Daud — not just academically, but as a person. His skill in teaching A-Level Geography with clarity, patience, and genuine enthusiasm has made a remarkable difference to Daud’s confidence and understanding. The same goes for GCSE English, where Ben’s guidance has helped Daud develop structure, belief, and steady progress. What truly sets Ben apart is the quality of his character. He shows consistency, warmth, and professionalism in every session. He treats Daud with respect, encourages him without pressure, and creates an atmosphere where he can genuinely learn, ask questions, and grow. As a parent, that kind of integrity and care means everything. Since working with Ben, I’ve seen real improvement in Daud’s subject knowledge, motivation, and overall mindset — and much of that comes from the trust and rapport Ben has built with him. He is not just a great tutor; he is a great human being who clearly cares about the young people he teaches. I’m deeply grateful for the patience, insight, and effort he has invested into Daud. I recommend him wholeheartedly to any parent looking for a tutor who brings both expertise and heart to their work. Regards Dr Jan

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Thank you for your kind words Dr Jan

ReemaFirst Tutors

He is amazing. He has so much knowledge. I am ever so pleased with his amazing teaching. Can not praise him enough

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Thanks for your kind words Reema

SheetalFirst Tutors

Ben is an excellent tutor, really kind and patient. We are very thankful we found Ben :)

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Thanks for your kind words Sheetal

MaxFirst Tutors

Ben was everything we could have hoped for and more! In just 4 months, he expertly prepared, guided, and motivated our son to tackle his History A-Level exams with genuine confidence. Our son had been struggling to maintain focus with such a content-heavy subject over an extended period. Ben's approach was transformative - he broke down complex historical concepts into manageable, digestible portions while keeping lessons engaging through his natural humor and dynamic teaching style. His structured approach not only improved our son's recall abilities and essay writing skills but also filled crucial knowledge gaps we hadn't even realised existed. What truly sets Ben apart is his exceptional communication with parents. He provided regular, detailed progress updates that kept us informed every step of the way. His lessons were so well-structured and engaging that our son actually started requesting double sessions - something we never thought we'd see from a teenager! Ben's expertise, professionalism, and genuine care for his students' success made all the difference. We absolutely struck gold when we chose Ben as our son's tutor. Without hesitation, we give him our highest recommendation - you won't find better A-Level History support anywhere else!

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Thanks for your kind words!

HarinderFirst Tutors

My daughter really enjoyed her lessons with Ben. As well as being an excellent and rigorous technical tutor, he is bursting with personality and made the whole thing fun. I would recommend Ben as a tutor.

Tutor response

Thanks for your kind words Harinder!

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