My background is in solar physics, investigating the causes of solar flares linked to the aurora.
Photo by nickrussill
Take a deep breath
Listen, it's ok to find maths hard.
Maybe you don't get on too well with your teacher.
Maybe you've had three teachers in the last year and didn't understand any of them.
Maybe you missed a few classes and fell behind.
It's ok to find it hard... but you need to be able to do it.
Why is maths important?
- Many sixth forms, universities and jobs require a good grade in maths.
- Want to program computer games? You need to be excellent at geometry.
- Want to study geography? You need to be able to deal with data.
- Want to work in retail? Your mental arithmetic had better be pretty spot-on.
- Want to be a any kind of scientist? You're not going to get far without solid algebra.
- Want to do anything that involves solving problems? That's what maths is for.
What I can do for you
If you work with me, I'll help you to
- solve problems effectively
- build your confidence in maths
- develop efficient study habits
- discover online games to help your revision
- find maths more simple and logical
Who I'm not
I'm not your teacher - it's fine to make mistakes and learn from them, it's fine to ask me questions, it's fine to ask to go over topics again, even really basic ones.
Especially really basic ones.
If you don't remember your times tables, you'll struggle that much harder with algebra.
You can drop me an e-mail or a text any time if you have a question, and I'll get back to you as soon as I can.
Who I am
I do know maths.
I got my PhD in maths from St Andrews in 2003, and then worked as a researcher on a NASA/NSF project in the USA for a few years.
I came back to the UK in January 2008 and have been tutoring full-time since December 2008.
I have a clean ECRB disclosure and will happily provide references from satisfied parents and students if you'd like.
How much do classes cost?
Classes start at £25 per hour, depending on how far I need to travel from Maidenhead or Bicester.
You can have classes in your home, at my house or over the internet using Skype.
As for payment, I can accept bank transfers, cheques and cash.
The first hour is always a free introduction class to make sure you're happy working with me.
What now?
If you'd like to book your free trial session, click here to e-mail me, and I'll get back to you as soon as I can.
Alternatively, you can call 07796 430 862 - I'll speak with you if I can, but please leave a message if I'm not available.
I aim to reply to all messages within 24 hours unless I'm on holiday.