About: As a graduate from the University of Cambridge with a degree in Natural Sciences, specializing in Pharmacology, I am passionate about sharing my knowledge and expertise in Biology and Chemistry with my students.                                                                                                                                                                               Tutoring experience: I have over a year of experience in tutoring students at GCSE and A-level, and I strive to help them reach their full potential. My sessions are tailored to each pupil's individual needs, catering to their knowledge level and learning style. I offer weekly hour-long sessions, covering content and conceptual understanding, reinforced by homework, marking past papers, exam-style questions, and exam strategy coaching.                                                                                                                                                                                                       Education and qualifications: I graduated from the University of Cambridge with a degree in Natural Sciences, specializing in Pharmacology. During my time at university, I studied a range of modules, including Physiology of Organisms, Mathematical Biology, Biology of Cells, Chemistry, Biology of Disease, Pharmacology, Cell and Developmental Biology, and Systems and Clinical Physiology. This breadth and depth of understanding at a high level has equipped me with the ability to communicate complex concepts effectively to my students. During my time at university, I was taught under the supervision system, which involved weekly one-on-one sessions with an experienced supervisor. This experience has given me valuable insights into how to best structure and coordinate sessions to maximize learning, including online sessions.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  Tutoring style: I am deeply committed to inspiring determination, confidence, and a love for learning in my pupils. My tutoring style is student-centered, meaning that I put my students' needs and learning style at the forefront of each session. With my enthusiastic and patient approach, I aim to create a supportive and engaging learning environment where students feel comfortable to ask questions and explore new concepts. By tailoring each session to the student's needs, I help them build confidence in their abilities and achieve their academic goals.                                                                                                                                                     

Excerpts from reviews:

‘In mock exams at the end of year 12, I was getting bad grades- D’s- on most papers. In the final exam, I received an A in both chemistry and biology. I credit a lot of this to Ellie, I know I couldn’t have done it without her. It made a world of difference to me to have someone knowledgeable and patient to go through questions with me, explaining it in a clear way. I was continually impressed by the depth of her knowledge; she knew above and beyond the Curriculum.’

‘Ellie made a plan for me, spanning over a few months, to allocate 1 past paper per week. I appreciated having someone to keep me accountable and a gentle force to encourage me to keep practicing.’

‘Ellie is confident, friendly, and patient. She made the sessions a relaxed safe space where I felt comfortable. There were often moments when I felt overwhelmed by the pressure of the exams, and Ellie always stayed confident and positive, which helped me stay motivated to keep revising.’