Considering maths is one of my daughter's least favourite subjects, she's always happy to do her tutor sessions with Ed - that speaks volumes! I asked her for feedback and she says Ed explains things really well and he's gradually working up the GCSE grades with her in terms of gradually increasing the difficulty. So far so good.
From Ian
Ed tutored my daughter for GCSE Maths who achieved grade 8. He structured the sessions focused around exam question practise which was great for identifying topics to drill down into for further learning and questions. He also focused on topics based on request. Approach worked well for my daughter & online sessions were very prompt with good use of communication tools. Thanks for your help Ed!
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From Harvinder
We are absolutely thrilled with the progress our daughter made under Ed’s guidance. When we first started, our daughter was struggling and consistently scoring a Grade 5 in her exams. However, after working with Ed, she has now achieved a Grade 7 in her GCSE, which is beyond our expectations! Ed is not only knowledgeable but also incredibly patient and encouraging. He tailored the lessons to our daughters’ learning needs, making the material engaging and easier to understand. The confidence that our child gained through these sessions was remarkable. It's clear that Ed genuinely cares about his students' success, and this has made all the difference. We highly recommend Ed to any parent looking to support their child's education. The improvement we've seen has been phenomenal, and we couldn't be happier with the results. Thank you Ed, for your dedication and hard work!
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From Andrew
My son received a grade 4 in his Maths mock exam for GCSE and we were very worried he wouldn’t improve this so we employed the services of Ed on a weekly basis for 5 months and we got his results today and he got a 7 which is superb news and testament to Ed and his methods. Can’t thank you enough and can’t recommend more highly.
Andy
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From Sophia
Ed is fabulous! He is an extremely personable and engaging teacher whose patience and calm manner ensures that lessons are stress free and enjoyable. My daughter always looked forward to her lessons with Ed and even when she was at her most tired, never complained about going.
Her confidence in, and knowledge of maths has grown immensely over the past two years and as a result, rather than the predicted GCSE grade 4/5 she was looking at, she came out with an extremely solid grade 6, missing a 7 by only a few marks.
Employing Ed to tutor our daughter was one of the best decisions we’ve ever made. Thanks Ed, you’re a star!
From Hema
Great teaching style, very patient, and very knowledgable about all topics. My kids have had huge improvements in their understandings of topics as well as their marks. Very prepared for lessons and great resources provided, and all topics explained with great examples. Huge support for homework help too. My child got a 9 in GCSE maths as a result!
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From Nick
We couldn't recommend Ed highly enough. He has been teaching my son online for a year, for GCSE Maths, and his confidence and capability has grown enormously. My son has found Ed engaging, understanding and challenging. The biggest compliment I can pay Ed as a parent is that throughout, my son has never tried to make an excuse to skip a lesson (he is 16 after all), or had a negative word to say about how he has been taught. I was slightly apprehensive about online tuition for such an important year but it's the best decision we made for his learning and confidence in Maths. Thanks Ed!
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From Joanne
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From Shona
Ed is an amazing tutor - I cannot recommend him highly enough. My son was predicted Grade 5 EdExcel GCSE in his mock exam. He only began sessions with Ed in March and achieved a 6 in his GCSE - missing a grade 7 by one mark. Most importantly Ollie enjoyed working with Ed and his confidence in relation to maths really improved.
Feedback from my son Ollie: Ed is very clear and teaches very well. He plans the lessons carefully and I found going through past papers was incredibly helpful. He was able to help me and explain when I was confused about a topic. I would not have improved my grade without his help.
We will always be grateful for Ed's help.
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From Emily
Ed has been fantastic for my son. He is very engaging and has helped him really come along with his learning. He is patient and thorough and makes sure that my son understands fully before trying to move on. Excellent tutor.
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From Jo
Student feedback: Ed was a very patient tutor who took the time to understand the level I had already achieved and the areas in which I needed further help. I felt I progressed very well under Ed's supervision.
Parent feedback: Excellent tutor, who demonstrated patience and understanding. Working well on Zoom to tailor his approach accordingly. Gave my son the confidence he needed on the run up to his GCSEs, helping him to achieve an A* in Maths.
Huge promoters and would be happy to recommend.
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From Angela
Ed tutored my son for a period of months leading up to his GCSE. He was extremely patient and supportive and was able to explain how to solve a maths problem in several different ways to find one that best suited my son. I am pleased to say that my son subsequently passed his GCSE and Ed was certainly pivotal to this outcome.
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From Pooja
Ed is a great teacher, explaining methods in a clear and concise way. My son has been learning new topics and feels he is grasping them well.
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From Sam
Ed created almost instant rapport with my teenage son. The pace of the lesson is also impressive and a lot of ground is being covered quickly. A very good start.
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From Domenico
Ed has been professional and flexible. He has greatly helped me to understand and become proficient and confident with the main IGCSE concepts. I will definitely ask Ed to tutor me in future should I need, and I strongly recommend him
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From Chantille
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From Mehnaz
Best teacher. We are very happy with this teacher.I also recommend to everyone
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From Gemma
Absolutely brilliant tutor! My son who is very shy always really enjoys his sessions with Ed, and has told me that he has learnt so much with him so far, he understands stuff that he couldn’t understand at school. Really pleased that we found him
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From C
Ed has been tutoring my sister on a weekly basis for coming up to 5 months now and I am so thoroughly pleased with the sessions and her progress both academically and confidence wise.
My sister describes Ed as being very patient and calm; if the issue is not understood he will explain it in a different way until she does. He teaches well by breaking down problems into digestible formats - making things specific to the learner so that they can understand it in a way that makes sense to them. Something I frequently witness in their online lessons.
Ed is a strong communicator, and finds a good balance between making the learner feel comfortable and at ease to give things a go/try (without fear of getting things wrong) whilst pushing them to improve. He is honest with his feedback, not leading the student into a false comfort and instead constructively supports them through their development areas.
Ed is also well-organised and gives worksheets before and during lessons to maintain development. He is easy to work with and very accommodating, which is something I personally appreciate. He is the perfect tutor for my sister and I'm very glad we found him. Thank you Ed.
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From liz
Our daughter was in year 9 and was struggling with both her confidence and grades in Maths. Ed was instrumental in getting her on track and In two years her grades went from 4’s to 7’s and her confidence soared. Ed quickly built a great relationship with her, listening and focusing on areas that she wasn’t as strong in… He is also extremely flexible often changing the days/times to accommodate us when needed. We are extremely grateful to Ed for his efficient and clear way of teaching. Would highly recommend him as a tutor.
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From Sam
Ed has tutored my son throughout lockdown to help him catch up with all the lost teaching hours. Ed has been professional, relevant and reliable. My son is taking his currently taking his GCSE ‘centre-assessments’ and is feeling so much more confident having been able to practice 1-1, he even said that it had an impact on his performance in class almost straight away. Highly recommended!
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Grade 7 achieved.
From Simon
Ed, has been fantastic, not only in tuition of Maths and creating a deeper understanding for my 16 year old son, but also in the way he gets the student to think about ways of approaching the subject. We have been back to Ed 3 times over this lockdown and he has been accommodating and flexible where possible. An Excellent experience.
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From Barry
We are very happy with the work that Ed is doing and the difference after only a few lessons are outstanding.
He presents well and is easy to understand, able to identify which is the best way to communicate with his student to enable them to maximise their potential.
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From Simona
Ed has been an excellent tutor. Endlessly patient and flexible. He has changed the way I think about Maths - and through his encouragement and support i feel I have really improved. I recommend Ed wholeheartedly!
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From Sarah
Ed's teaching is clear. He is postive and encouraging in his approach. This and his calm manner work well in promoting confidence, a willingness to have a go at questions and ask for help if needed.
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Grade 5 acheived on foundation paper (highest grade possible).
From Vineet
Ed is very good tutor who fairly judge the gaps of understanding and works hard with student to fill it. We are very pleased to have hired him, as his support led DS to achieve top grades in higher maths of GCSE.
Grade 8
From Katherine
Ed has been working with my son for 2 years and he’s really developed a good working relationship with him. If it wasn’t for Ed my son would not of got the grades he needed to pass his GCSE Maths. He was able to explain a lot of things that were difficult to understand in the class at school. He’s a brilliant tutor, thank you for all your help Ed. Highly recommend
From Claire
My son really benefitted from the extra help Ed gave him. He enjoyed the lessons and going through the topics one to one definitely made a difference to his understanding and confidence in the subject. Thanks to Ed my son has just got a Grade 7 in his GCSE. We are delighted! Thank-you Ed!
Grade 7 Summer 2020
From Matthew
You really have proved an excellent tutor for Savannah helping her go from OK school test results to literally 100%. We value your confident but calm manner which is supportive and encouraging, she really enjoys the lessons. It's also great that you know how to teach effectively using the online platform, it helps the lessons go smoothly. Thank you so much for your help, we look forward to many more great lessons.
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From JOe
Very good. Got down to work quickly and assessed my son’s level. Would recommend.
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Grade 9 achieved.
From Paula
Thanks for your help with Stan's Maths - I know it was only a few sessions but he got his grade 7 - I thought you'd like to know :)
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From Susan
Ed, tutored my son every week for a number of months right up to his GCSE's this summer. Through his teaching he enabled my son to achieve a fantastic grade. He gave him real understanding of the subject and confidence to believe that he could and would improve on his predicted grade. I would highly recommend Ed.
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From Jo
Oscar really enjoyed working with Ed and achieved fantastic results
From Paula
My son has an EHCP and needed extra help to get a pass in maths. Ed was brilliant and my son started to feel much more confident about maths. He got his GCSE results this week and passed maths! I would certainly recommend Ed.
From Alison
Ed tutored my son Thomas from January 2019 to his maths gcse. He found Ed ready easy to work with and the sessions were organized, following past papers and then focusing on areas where this were unclear. Tom improved two grades from his mock exam in he final result. We are delighted and I would wholly recommend Ed
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From Mark
What a guy Ed is. We can’t express how instrumental Ed was in getting Ollie form a mock fail to a GCSE pass in such a short space of time. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone looking to improve their grade.
Online tuition. Grade 4 foundation paper Summer 2019
From Caroline
Ed helped my daughter between her mocks and actual GCSEs to secure the grade she needed in Maths for entry to sixth form. She also ended up exceeding her predicted grade in science which I am sure was partially due to technique/formulae taught. Ed was always professional and helpful. I highly recommend.
ONLINE tuition. Grade 5 Summer 2019.
From mary
Tutor could not provide tuition due to no location to store bike
From Joshua
Ed has been a great tutor for me, as someone that has been out of formal education for 7 years I needed someone to direct me in the right direction for my GCSE exam. Ed was definitely the right chose as he was very patient and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend!
From David
Excellent tutor and has been great with my son. Reliable, patient & professional. He is really helping my son settle in a subject that makes him anxious.
From Laura
My daughter got a B but was predicted a D the school were thinking of putting her on the foundation GCSE. We found Ed and for about 6 months he came to our home and she passed. Our daughter strongly believes this was all down to Ed. Thank you so much!
From Monika
Ed has been a great tutor for my son. He has encouraged him to stretch himself and explained difficult concepts to him in a simple, understandable way. My son looks forward to his sessions with Ed.
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From James
I am very impressed with Ed and Michael seems to enjoy the lessons he is receiving. They are working together as a team to find and resolve any areas of weakness in Michael's maths.
From Verity
Thank you Ed for boosting my confidence in maths, along with teaching and refreshing my knowledge on topics I haven’t touched (at all) for 20 years. Your sessions have given me the confidence to change careers, something I’ve been wanting to do for a while now.
You teaching methods make a subject I’ve struggled with, seem achievable for me. Thank you!!
From Tamara
From Jonathan
Ed is providing consistent and very supportive tutoring to my daughter, boosting her confidence in maths and with a positive impact on her performance in Y10 assessment. The arrangement we have agreed works very well, and it is a calm and well targeted support.
Grade 6 Summer 2020
From Roy
Hi Ed (and Zoe and Zack), thanks again for the insightful conversation, and I will update in the future.
From Joanne
Can highly recommend Ed. He taught My daughter from September to November. She already had two failed attempts at maths. He helped her grow in confidence and in the Short time she was with him we saw a Hugh difference. Only wish I had found him before she sat it the first time.
Grade 4 achieved November 2018 (foundation paper).
From Kate
Great help
From Alexis
Ed is helping my son leading up to his GCSE this coming summer. He is really enjoying the lessons. After only a few weeks he has a much greater understanding of the subject and we can already his confidence is growing. Thank you Ed!
Grade 4 achieved (foundation paper). Summer 2019
From Emma
My son has thoroughly enjoyed his lessons with Ed. His understanding and confidence has soared and he now feels he is able to tackle his resit. Having always been under confident and stressed about maths, he is now enjoying the subject - something we never thought would happen! Thank you Ed.
ONLINE tuition: Grade 4 achieved on foundation paper November 2018 resit.
From Joseph
Ed was great in working with my son and his preparations for GCSE. My son was very happy with his tutoring style, and lessons have helped him get a more accurate understanding of Maths. He was very reliable and always on time. Highly recommended!
Ed was especially helpful in structuring lessons and focusing on areas of weakness - boosting my confidence greatly. Thank you. — Blue
Grade 7 achieved Summer 2018
From Rebecca
Thank you so much Ed! In less than a term Will improved from being stuck at grade 4 to achieving grade 6 in his GCSE. He gained so much from those really personalised sessions and his confidence soared. I will send his sister along to you soon! Thanks again. Rebecca
From Tara
The tuition Ed provided my son with leading up to his GCSE Maths exam has been immeasurable. His approach made such a difference to my son's understanding of the subject. As a result Rico was able to improve his grade level and achieve a 7. Ed's tuition was a significant factor in helping him achieve this result and I would highly recommend him to any GCSE student.
From Rebecca
My daughter was struggling with her maths and was only working at a grade 2. Ed started tutoring her just before Xmas 2017 until June 2018 when she sat her exams. He was patient and took so much time for her. He made her feel at ease and she always left her lesson on a high. She says that if she hadn't had Ed to help her she would have failed. Today she received her results and she got a 4 and more importantly the pass she needed. We can't thank Ed enough and would 100% recommend him
From Julie
Thank you for all your hard work, welcoming my son into your setting and teaching him Maths for his GCSEs. Both myself and my son agree, that you were inviting and pleasant and we’re very happy that he developed from a level 2 to a level 5 during his time under your tuition. I will gladly recommend you to anyone looking for a tutor. Many thanks Julie
From Shezal
Ed is a nice guy but unfortunately he was not suitable for our needs.
From Khush
Ed has been a perfect tutor for my son. From day one Ed understood my sons requirememts and used to cater each lesson according to my sons needs. Highly recommend Ed for GCSE Maths tuitions.
From Cecilie
Ed was quick to get back to me and my son has now had 2 sessions with him and seems to get on well. Ed has been professional and easy to communicate with.
Grade 5 achieved Summer 2018.
From Gary
We were looking for someone to boost our daughters confidence in her abilities in Maths. Hit upon Ed's profile and so glad we did. They hit it off immediately. Ed brings a confident relaxed style, with patience and drive. Our daughter received her A* today in Maths IGCSE. With out hesitation we would recommend Ed to help with your son or daughters GCSE/IGCSE Maths needs.
A* achieved Summer 2017
From Julia
Dear Ed,
Both Andrew & I are very pleased with your tutor service. Andrew gets along with you well and is full of praise and respect for you. It is high praise from a 15 year old who insist that we provide an excellent review on your First Tutors profile. Thank you for your patience and encouragement for Andrew, he is grateful for all your help.
Very best wishes,
Andrew & Julia
Grade 8 achieved Summer 2017
From Dawn
Ed was a fantastic tutor and we would highly recommend him… Our son's confidence grew and grew with Ed's help and guidance, Thanks so much!
Pass achieved Summer 2017
From Kate
Ed is helping my son gain confidence in his abilities - steady progress as we approach mock GCSEs.
Grade 5 achieved Summer 2017
From Laura
my son has only had two tutorials to date.Ihave found Ed to be prompt and reliable.My son was dreading having a home tutor but had an instant rapport with Ed and is looking forward to his regular weds **Web Address Removed** is too early to comment re my sons progress but based on Eds enthusiasm and style I feel positive that my son will benefit from additional support with his maths.
From Wendy
Ed has made my daughter ease gently back into her IGCSE work. He is very personable and has connected well with her. I am very pleased so far.
Megan is a delight to teach and already has good underpinning knowledge of the subject, so only needs me to top up and perfect her skills.
Grade B achieved Summer 2014
From Kara
Ed has been doing a great job with Charlotte. She is becoming more confident in maths and likes doing the homework.
Charlotte is a pleasure to teach, and is progressing well.
From Mary
So far so good! Lucy enjoys her maths lessons and is happy with the homework set. She is gradually gaining confidence which is also a good sign. I'm hoping that she'll move up a maths set soon! Thank you.
Thank you for the feedback. Lucy is a pleasure to tutor, and is already showing signs of improvement as she gains confidence.
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