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Sofya
- Rate £40
- Response 1h
£40/hr
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- History
- Geography
- General knowledge
- Citizenship
- Educational Studies
Experienced KS3 and GCSE History Tutor Offering Structured Lessons in London and Online
- History
- Geography
- General knowledge
- Citizenship
- Educational Studies
Lesson location
- Online
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at your home or in a public place : will travel up to 10 km from Richmond
About Sofya
I am a patient, organised, and supportive tutor who aims to make learning feel clearer and more manageable for students. I understand that many students struggle not because they are incapable, but because they need topics explained in a way that makes sense to them.
I tutor Maths, English, Combined Sciences, Computer Science, and History, and I enjoy helping students build both subject knowledge and confidence. I work well with students who feel overwhelmed, lack confidence, or need help turning their understanding into stronger written or exam responses.
My goal is to create a calm learning environment where students feel comfortable asking questions, making mistakes, and improving step by step. I want students to leave lessons feeling more capable, more prepared, and less anxious about their schoolwork.
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About the lesson
- Primary
- GCSE
- BTEC
- +2
levels :
Primary
GCSE
BTEC
Adult Education
Secondary
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
My lessons are structured, supportive, and tailored to the individual student. I usually begin by identifying the student’s current level, any gaps in understanding, and the areas they find most difficult. From there, I break topics down into clear steps, model the method or skill, and then guide the student through practice questions until they can work more independently.
For Maths, I focus on helping students understand why a method works, not just memorise steps. I use a mix of direct explanation, worked examples, guided practice, and independent questions. For GCSE students, I also include exam-style questions, timing strategies, and support with understanding what each question is asking.
Lessons are typically 1 hour, although longer sessions can be arranged where appropriate. I tutor students from primary age up to GCSE level, including KS2, KS3, GCSE, and entrance exam preparation.
I have several years of tutoring experience with students aged 6–16 and have also worked in a secondary school environment. I have supported students with a range of needs, including those building confidence, filling gaps in knowledge, preparing for exams, and developing stronger study habits. I also have experience supporting SEN students and adapt my explanations, pace, and lesson structure to suit the learner.
Where useful, I set a small amount of relevant practice between lessons so students can reinforce what we covered and continue making progress.
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Rates
Rate
- £40
Pack prices
- 5h: £200
- 10h: £400
online
- £40/h
free lessons
The first free lesson with Sofya will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 30mins
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