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Ruth

Ruth

Online Geography Tutor

I am currently Head of Geography at an OFSTED Outstanding school in South London and have over 10 years of tutoring experience. I mark A Level exam papers annually and also lead the moderation of NEA coursework components, giving me valuable insight into what examiners are really looking for.

I progressed from trainee teacher to Head of Department within just three years, and I continue to bring the same energy, passion, and commitment to every lesson I teach and every student I support.

I hold a degree in Geography with Management from Loughborough University, where I focused on Human Geography and was awarded the ‘Most Outstanding Student’ in a cohort of 130 for my contributions to the department. I went on to complete my PGCE at St Mary’s University, Twickenham, earning Qualified Teacher Status in 2015.

Whether you're looking to build exam confidence, close knowledge gaps, or push for top grades, I offer personalised, expert tutoring tailored to each student’s goals.

Tutoring Experience

As Head of Department with over 10 years of tutoring experience and a regular examiner for both GCSE and A Level Geography, I am confident in my ability to strengthen students’ understanding of content and improve their exam technique. I have been teaching Geography at an OFSTED Outstanding school in South London since 2015. In addition to teaching Geography across all key stages, I also support students as a UCAS and EPQ tutor, helping them with university applications and independent research projects.

Tutoring Approach

I tailor each tutoring session to meet the individual needs of the student, whether that involves addressing knowledge gaps or developing effective exam techniques. In our first session, I use a Personal Learning Checklist (PLC) to identify key areas of focus and determine the most effective approach moving forward. I regularly use past exam papers, including those accessible only to teachers, to give students targeted, exam-specific practice. I strongly believe that working with real exam questions, examiner reports and mark schemes is essential for building confidence and achieving top grades.

LanguagesEnglish (British)
AvailabilityWeekdays (all times)
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Qualifications

Loughborough University2014BachelorsBSc Geography and Management
St Marys University College, Twickenham2015QTSPGCE in Secondary Education

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