Hi, I’m Evie. I’m an experienced private tutor with over 9 years of teaching experience and more than 5,500 hours of one-to-one tutoring.

I hold a Master’s degree in Psychology from University College London (UCL), which I completed in 2018, and my professional background combines education, psychology and child and adolescent mental health.

Earlier in my career, I worked within Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) as an Assistant Psychologist, supporting the assessment and diagnosis of young people with ASD and ADHD. I also worked as a mentor, supporting young people with confidence, anxiety management, healthy coping strategies, school and university transitions, and building resilience.

These experiences have shaped the way I work with students today. I understand that every young person learns differently and that academic progress is not always simply about knowledge. Confidence, motivation, self-belief and feeling understood can have a significant impact on a student's ability to learn and perform at their best.

I have a genuine passion for education and for helping young people recognise their own potential. I particularly enjoy seeing students develop from feeling unsure or lacking confidence into independent learners who approach their work with greater confidence and enthusiasm.

I am friendly, approachable and patient, and I place a strong emphasis on building positive relationships with my students. I want every student I teach to feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes and challenging themselves in a supportive environment.

Over the past 9+ years, I have accumulated more than 5,500 hours of one-to-one tutoring experience, working with students from Primary level through to university.

During this time, I have supported students with a wide range of academic goals, from building strong foundations in Maths and English to preparing for highly competitive entrance examinations and public examinations. I have worked with students preparing for 7+, 8+, 11+, independent school entrance examinations, grammar school admissions, GCSEs, A Levels and university-level study.

I have particular experience in Maths, English, Psychology Sociology, while also supporting students across Science, Humanities, Languages and a wide range of entrance examinations.

I have taught students following the major UK exam boards, including AQA, Edexcel, OCR and Eduqas, and have developed a strong understanding of the skills, knowledge and exam techniques required to perform successfully within each specification.

My entrance examination experience includes:

• 7+, 8+ and 11+ preparation
• Independent school entrance examinations
• Grammar school admissions
• Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning
• Creative Writing
• Interview preparation
• Exam technique and time management

Throughout my tutoring career, I have helped students prepare for and secure places at some of the UK's leading independent and grammar schools.

I also have experience supporting students with Special Educational Needs (SEN). My background in psychology and CAMHS has helped me develop a patient, understanding approach and an awareness that students can learn in very different ways.

Whether a student needs to catch up, consolidate their knowledge, prepare for an important examination or be challenged beyond the school curriculum, I adapt my teaching to their individual starting point and goals.

My approach to tutoring is centred around personalisation, encouragement and measurable progress.

I believe that effective tutoring is about much more than simply explaining the content. A student needs to understand why they are learning something, recognise their own progress and gradually develop the confidence to tackle problems independently.

Before introducing new material, I take time to understand each student's current level, strengths, areas for development and individual goals. I then adapt my lessons accordingly, ensuring that the pace, resources and teaching methods are appropriate for them.

During lessons, I use a combination of explanation, questioning, discussion, worked examples, guided practice and independent tasks. I regularly check understanding rather than simply moving through content, allowing me to identify misconceptions and address gaps as they arise.

For exam preparation, I place particular emphasis on exam technique, application, time management and understanding exactly what an examiner is looking for. Students are encouraged to learn how to approach unfamiliar questions, structure their answers effectively and become increasingly independent in their revision.

Just as importantly, I aim to create a positive and supportive environment. I want students to feel comfortable saying, "I don't understand," without feeling embarrassed. Mistakes are an important part of learning, and I encourage students to see challenges as opportunities to improve rather than as evidence that they cannot succeed.

My psychology background is particularly valuable here. I understand that confidence, motivation and emotional wellbeing can have a significant impact on learning. For students who lack confidence, I work gradually to build their self-belief while still maintaining high expectations.

Ultimately, my goal is for students to leave each lesson feeling that they have learned something, made progress and are more confident in their ability to succeed.