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VivienFirst Tutors

Maria was extremely professional and personable. She clearly has a passion for Russian and my son really enjoyed talking with her about all things Russian. We would thoroughly recommend her.

Tutor response

Thank you very much for this wonderful feedback, Vivien.

AdamFirst Tutors

I enjoy my lessons with Maria. The class is interesting and interactive, and I really appreciate her overall approach to teaching. I've made good progress with her, and she always knows how to keep the lessons engaging.

AlisonFirst Tutors

Great help, thank you!

Tutor response

You are very welcome!

NicolasFirst Tutors

So far a great first year with Maria as my tutor. She has been diligent and understanding of my requests. She has a unique ability to not only make the lessons interactive but also share insights into traditions and the culture.

Tutor response

Thank you very much Nicolas for the great feedback.

PolinaFirst Tutors

I had sessions with Maria from the start of year 13 while working towards my Russian A-level, and found her to be very helpful in explaining the subject content/ helping me evaluate my essays, as well explaining the exam process and breaking down the mark schemes to help me understand the criteria for success and pinpoint points of weakness that we worked on improving together. This is particularly helpful for essays and the speaking exam/independent research project, as these mark schemes can be tricky to understand. I have now achieved an A* in this A level. Thank you, Maria!

Tutor response

Well done Polina! I am so so happy for you!

LyudmilaFirst Tutors

Мария прекрасный специалист и профессианал высокого качества. Она прекрасно помогает и всегда откликается на помощь Она очень дружная и и интелегентная. Моя дочь и я очень рады, что нашли такого учителя. С уважением Людмила

Tutor response

Большое спасибо, Людмила.

AlexanderFirst Tutors

Maria is excellent with a mastery of the Russian language, able to answer all of my pesky “why is it like this?” questions without hesitation. She has a deep knowledge of the history and development of the Russian language and is able to explain the grammatical structures with ease. Highly recommend to all.

Tutor response

Thank you very much, Alexander. Much appreciated.

JohnFirst Tutors

Maria is an excellent tutor - I was really impressed with my initial Russian language lesson.

Tutor response

Thank you very much, John.

AnastasiaFirst Tutors

Maria is an outstanding tutor. With her help I was able to achieve an A* in my Russian A-level. Within less than nine months she was able to get me from a very basic level of Russian to getting an A* in my exam. I was so lost regarding the Russian A-level coursework as the exam board that I was using provided no textbooks or external help, and Maria was invaluable in providing all of the necessary materials, resources and homework to help me progress so much in such a short time. I would not have been able to get the mark I got without her help. Maria is very professional and it is clear that she is deeply invested in her students. And she is a wonderful person too! I would immediately recommend her to anybody needing help with or interested in learning the Russian language.

Tutor response

Thank you very much, Anastasia! Well done for achieving A* in your A level exams!

JoyFirst Tutors

Maria is an excellent teacher. She is knowledgeable and experienced, providing useful supplementary materials for my son who is taking the GCSE course. During lessons, she clarifies his questions on grammar (declensions, prepositions) with relevant exercises. After 5 lessons, he gained both confidence and overall competence, scoring 94 marks on his term exam.

Tutor response

Thank you very much, Joy.

CarolineFirst Tutors

Maria has been tutoring my son for his Russian A-levels. She is extremely knowledgeable, organised, helpful and encouraging. I would highly recommend Maria as a Russian tutor.

Tutor response

Many thanks, Caroline.

CherylFirst Tutors

I have only had a few lessons so far, but am acquiring a very good grounding. Maria is thorough but has made the subject varied and interesting, and I am enjoying working with her.

Tutor response

Thank you very much, Cheryl. Really appreciated.

OlgaFirst Tutors

Maria is an excellent teacher! Very dedicated and attentive to detail! I have never seen my daughter being so involved in any lesson as in Maria’s. She enjoyed every lesson!

Tutor response

Thank you very much, Olga!

SarahFirst Tutors

Maria tutored my 11 year old and my daughter studying A level and was great for both

Tutor response

Thank you very much, Sarah.

EllieFirst Tutors

Maria is a great tutor. I did not speak a word of Russian before having lessons with Maria but she’s made it seem so easy as well as being fun and getting a good understanding of Russian culture. I would definitely recommend Maria as a tutor she has been so supportive and flexible, fitting in lessons around my demanding job, thanks Maria!

Tutor response

Thank you very much Ellie! I am always happy to help.

AlexanderFirst Tutors

Only had a few lessons so far, but Maria definitely seems to know her way around A level and GCSE exams format and what it takes to be successful in those. Her teaching style is friendly but firm, and the boys have both enjoyed the lessons. I am confident that with Maria's help, they will be able to achieve top marks in their exams.

Tutor response

Thank you very much Alexander. I am sure the boys will do their best at the exam. It's really fabulous to be teaching them.

MarinaFirst Tutors

Maria is an excellent tutor. Professional, patient and thorough. I would recommend her to anyone considering to learn Russian.

Tutor response

Thank you very much, Marina.

StuartFirst Tutors

Maria has been a great help for our son George. She has been very informative and supportive and has a detailed knowledge of the curriculum and examination content. This is a really good supplement to his school lessons and Maria is working in combination with Georges school lesson content.

AmyFirst Tutors

Maria is both an absolutely wonderful teacher and a lovely person. She very quickly identified what I needed in terms of tuition and her classes are hugely enjoyable. She goes above and beyond and I genuinely feel that she cares about my progress. Our lesson has fast become the highlight of my week!

Tutor response

Thank you very much, Amy.

IngridaFirst Tutors

I took few intense Adult/Casual lessons with Maria to help me improve my Russian language skills as I was preparing for an assessment. Maria exceeded my expectations and helped me enormously with my Russian. I have improved my reading skills, speaking and writing. She also assisted me with translating which I am practicing now on daily basis. Maria is very knowledgable and patient tutor and I would gladly use her services again, as well as recommending her to the others.

Tutor response

It was a pleasure to have lessons with you, Ingrida. Thank you very much.