Oliver F
Tutor in Leytonstone, East London

I am just about to complete my doctorate in History, but my aim now is to establish myself as a full-time private tutor in London. Teaching is my passion and I think that tutorials are one of the most stimulating and enriching ways to be taught. Also passionate about history, I hope to be able to pass on my enthusiasm for the subject, but I also have a great love for literature so would be eager to tutor in English as well. My undergraduate degree was in ancient history so I can also teach classical civilization.

I have been providing private tuition for over four years and during that time have taught pupils from a wide range of different levels - from eight year olds looking to explore their enthusiasm for history, to sixth formers preparing for A-level exams. I have experience of most boards and exam structures, including Edexcel, AQA, CIE and the IB. Additionally, I have taught within the Oxford tutorial system as a tutor, and developed a working knowledge of how to apply the methods of that prestigious institution, which help foster a deep rather than surface understanding of the key themes. I also have experience of preparing school students for Oxford admissions tests and interviews.

I'm a relaxed and laid-back kind of guy. Outside of my studies and teaching I spend my time listening to and playing music (when not teaching or preparing lessons I'll mainly be practicing or writing songs with my band), reading science-fiction literature, following my football team, and going to the cinema.