Angela

I have lived in Devon for 8 years since relocating from the Channel Islands. I have two sons; one in primary school and the other currently doing A levels, so I am aware of the challenges education can place on children both as a teacher and a parent. I pride myself on my patience, attention to detail and a caring approach whilst also having high expectations. Having done this for a long time I can quickly spot potential and where difficulties may lie. My background and interest in psychology also helps in this!

Tutoring Experience

I have been a teacher for 28 years and have taught pretty much every age and subject. The last few years I have concentrated on maths and I am currently a secondary school maths teacher at Trinity School in Teignmouth. I originally trained as a primary teacher which I think has helped me enormously to have the patience to help students struggling to understand. I have spent many years of my career providing additional 1:1 tutoring including school refusers and pupils who had lost all faith in school and themselves. I pride myself on my individualistic approach and being able to build rapport with students of whatever calibre, mindset or personality! Everyone is unique and each student has their own challenges!

Tutoring Approach

I always work from where students are - not where they “should be”. This allows gaps to be filled, rapport to be built and confidence and self belief to grow. I am very open minded, patient and adopt a firm but flexible approach to each student as I find them. We generally get on really well. I try to include elements of fun and humour if the curriculum allows!