Tutor Profile

Christopher

Private Maths and Further Maths Tutor in Cambridge

Former Head of Mathematics, Qualified teacher and 1st class Mathematics graduate, with over 15 years of professional one-to-one tuition experience. I specialise in targeted exam preparation for KS3, GCSE (9-1), A-Level Mathematics, and Further Maths across all major UK exam boards, including Edexcel, AQA, and OCR. If you are looking for mathematics tuition that is focused, effective, and grounded in years of proven classroom leadership and enhanced exam results, I would be delighted to help. My teaching approach has routinely supported students to improve their understanding and securing their target grades, as reflected in my 21 verified five-star legacy reviews from long-term families.

Teaching Experience

Throughout my career, I’ve supported students across the full ability range, from building confidence at KS3 to helping students secure Grade 4 or Grade 9 at GCSE, and enabling high achievers to earn an A* in A-level Further Maths. I’ve taught and led Maths, Further Maths, and Statistics across KS3, GCSE, and A-level, giving me both deep subject expertise and a clear understanding of how to teach complex ideas effectively to every learner.

My experience as Head of Maths reflects more than subject mastery; it demonstrates a secure understanding of the curriculum and exam requirements across a range of courses. I know how to make learning efficient, targeted, and purposeful. I tailor each lesson to the student’s starting point and use a broad range of high-quality resources to ensure the time is productive.

Over the years, I’ve taken on a range of Teaching and Learning responsibilities, including roles such as Head of Maths, Head of House, and Intervention Lead. These experiences have given me a strong, whole-school perspective on how students learn across different classes and year groups, as well as deep insight into how individuals and small groups develop mathematically.

Tutoring Approach

I believe that true mathematical understanding comes from mastering each topic in depth and revisiting key skills regularly. My approach ensures that students explore every concept thoroughly, working through a wide range of variations so their knowledge becomes secure and adaptable.

With most schools adopting a ‘mastery’ approach in Mathematics, this method is especially valuable at A-level, where the complexity and demands of exam questions have increased significantly - but it is still valuable at other levels.

In the lead-up to exams, I find that working through past papers is particularly effective. This not only strengthens familiarity with exam-style questions but also reinforces core material and highlights any areas needing further attention. Past-paper practice is essential for helping students perform confidently at the required standard.

If you’re looking for focused, supportive Maths tuition that builds real confidence and mastery, I’d be delighted to help. Feel free to get in touch with any questions or to arrange your first session - and if you’re not happy with the first lesson, it’s completely free from me. I want to ensure you get valuable learning from the time spent.

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Qualifications

MA Christian Thought and Practice

Masters · University of Manchester · Distinction · 2024

PGCE Secondary Mathematics (with QTS)

PGCE · University of Leeds · Pass (Distinction average on graded modules) · 2013

BSc Mathematics

Bachelors · University of Leeds · Honours 1st class · 2011

A-level Mathematics

College · Bourne Grammar School · A · 2008

A-level Further Mathematics

College · Bourne Grammar School · A · 2008

Reviews

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GregoryFirst Tutors

My son is very pleased with the tuition. He has only had two tutorials so far, but we are very hopeful about him overcoming his difficulties with help from Chris.

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Thankyou - I hope he will keep making progress!

EmmaFirst Tutors

Chris has been excellent. My son is really growing in skill and confidence and also enjoying the lessons.

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Thanks Emma

TriciaFirst Tutors

Chris has been very good with reviewing my son's weaknesses in Maths. His confidence has increased with the tutoring. Really appreciate the effort going into seeing my son succeed.

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Thanks Tricia - glad to see and hear that his hard work is paying off!

NaiFirst Tutors

My daughter is very pleased with Chris's sessions. He explains concepts clearly and with great patience, which has really helped her learning. She has had a few lessons so far and already finds the sessions very helpful in building her confidence to achieve a good A-level result. Having tried several tutors in the past, she feels Chris is the only one who truly understands where her knowledge gaps are and addresses them effectively. I would highly recommend Chris to anyone looking for an excellent A-levels tutor.

Tutor response

Thank you so much for your kind words and thoughtful feedback Nai! I’m really pleased to hear that your daughter is finding the lessons helpful and that her confidence is growing already. Identifying and addressing knowledge gaps is always a key focus for me, so it’s wonderful to know she feels supported in this. I look forward to continuing to work with her and helping her achieve the best possible results in her A-levels! Every Blessing, Chris

SophieFirst Tutors

Chris has been a great tutor for our sons (year 8 and year 6). Not only he has really made them interested, and even enthusiastic, about maths, he has also been very patient and flexible. I would absolutely recommend him.

Tutor response

Thankyou Sophie :) it was lovely teaching your enthusiatic children!

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