Tutor Profile

Tony

Private Maths Tutor in Kingston upon Thames

I am an experienced private tutor specialising in 11+, GCSE and A-Level Maths and Computing. Over recent years, I have had the pleasure of helping students gain places at highly competitive schools, including Tiffin, Wilson’s and Sutton grammar schools. My students have also achieved recent success in the UKMT Junior Mathematical Challenge and Junior Mathematical Olympiad, which reflects the importance I place on curiosity, problem solving and developing real mathematical confidence.

I hold a BEng, an MPhil and a PhD, and I am also a member of the British Computer Society (MBCS). Alongside my academic and professional background, I bring a patient, encouraging and structured approach to teaching. I enjoy helping students make sense of difficult ideas by breaking them down into clear, manageable steps, so that they feel less overwhelmed and more in control of their learning.

Teaching Experience

Private tutoring since 2020.

Tutoring Approach

My decision to teach comes from a genuine interest in supporting young people and helping them believe in their own ability. I understand that every student learns differently, and I take time to understand each child’s strengths, gaps and personality. Some students need stretching and challenge, while others need reassurance, confidence-building and a steady path forward. My aim is to create lessons that are focused, supportive and enjoyable, while helping each student grow in confidence and make steady, meaningful progress.

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Qualifications

PhD Engineering Algorithms

Doctorate · Cardiff University · 2010

MPhil Engineering Algorithms

Masters · Cardiff University · 2005

BEng Engineering

Bachelors · Tsinghua Univeristy · 2003

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First Tutors

We are extremely pleased with the support our daughter has received. Every session is well prepared and structured, which gives her confidence and direction. What stands out most is how well he listens. He takes time to understand exactly where she is struggling and explains in the way that makes sense for her. We've seen an improvement not only in her maths but also in her confidence. We highly recommend Yu (Tony) to anyone looking for a professional and genuinely supportive tutor.

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Tony is a really fantastic tutor and we are really pleased with Eddie’s progress in maths since working with Tony. He has passed his first one 11 plus stage one exam. Tony is really calm and that works wonderfully for our son who can get a bit worried when he doesn’t know the answer, he is fine with Tony.

Tutor response

Dear Mel, Thank you very much for your kind feedback. It’s been a real pleasure working with Eddie, and I’m delighted to see his confidence and progress growing. I look forward to continuing to support him in his learning journey. Kind regards, Tony

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I really can't praise Tony highly enough. He really connected with my son, and helped him gain in confidence and ability in the run up to his GCSEs. Tony is a marvellous teacher with endless patience. Quite simply the best tutor we've ever had.

Tutor response

Thanks so much, Renee, for your kind words! It was a real pleasure working with your son. Wishing him all the very best in his GCSEs and everything that lies ahead.

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My child had Yu for maths and a specialist NVR for 11+ preparation. 5/5 stars. Highly organised, very professional, and knowledgeable. Very engaging and effective lessons.

Tutor response

Thanks, Erika, for your kind feedback!

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