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Hi! I'm Mali, a Physics undergraduate at Oxford. I represented the UK at the International Physics Olympiad in 2023, and I now help with the British Physics Olympiad — assisting at physics camps and writing competition questions — so I know exactly how to build the problem-solving instinct the ESAT rewards. I've tutored Maths and Physics for three years, guiding A-Level students all the way to their exams.

Admissions tutoring experience

I sat Oxford's Physics Aptitude Test, scoring 88/100 — the ESAT now assesses the same physics and maths problem-solving, so it's exactly the ground I cover. Alongside three years of A-Level tutoring (Edexcel and AQA), I've mock-interviewed applicants at outreach events and spent three years helping at physics camps, running sessions and coaching problem-solving for students from GCSE to A-Level. I love showing students how to approach unfamiliar problems with confidence.

Hello, I'm Joseph, a Cambridge PhD student researching statistical machine-learning methods for biological and cancer research, having also done my undergraduate degree in Information Engineering at Cambridge. I specialise in Oxbridge and university admissions tutoring for Engineering, Mathematics and the Sciences, with four years' experience across entrance-test preparation, mock interviews and personal statements.

Admissions tutoring experience

Over four years I've tutored students for Oxbridge Engineering and Science admissions — covering ESAT-style problem solving, interview practice and personal statements. In 2024 I taught a series of in-person lessons to a class of around ten students at my former school preparing for the ESAT. I sat Cambridge's engineering admissions test myself before the ESAT existed, and the maths and physics problem-solving it assessed is exactly the ground the ESAT now covers. I also tutor Maths, Physics and Computer Science up to A-Level, and I'm happy to weave exam-style questions into every session.

Hello, I'm Daniel, going into my fourth year at Oxford reading Materials Science, having placed 4th in my year in third-year exams and been awarded my college's STEM prize and an academic scholarship. My course spans maths, physics and chemistry, which is exactly the spread the ESAT tests — and I hold A*s in all four of Maths, Further Maths, Physics and Chemistry. Warm, friendly and focused on getting you the best possible result.

Admissions tutoring experience

I've spent around thirty hours tutoring students for Oxford's maths and physics admissions tests — the ESAT now assesses the same problem-solving ground — alongside A-Level tuition in Maths, Physics and Chemistry through a tutoring company, and helping younger years at school. I sat Oxford's Physics Aptitude Test myself in 2022, scoring in the top 13% of applicants for my course. My competition record includes Top Gold in the British Physics Olympiad (top 30 in the UK) and qualification for Round 2, Silver in the UK Chemistry Olympiad taken a year early, Gold in the Cambridge Chemistry Challenge, and qualification for the UKMT Olympiad. Because I cover chemistry as strongly as maths and physics, I can support whichever ESAT module combination your course needs.

I'm Emily, an Engineering Science MEng graduate from the University of Oxford with over three years of tutoring experience in A-Level Mathematics and Physics and Oxbridge Engineering admissions. I achieved nine Grade 9s and one Grade 8 at GCSE, followed by three A*s in Mathematics, Further Mathematics and Physics at A-Level, alongside an A in AS Chemistry. Having successfully navigated the Oxford Engineering admissions process myself, I have first-hand experience of each stage and understand what universities are looking for.

Admissions tutoring experience

My tutoring includes extensive ESAT preparation, helping students develop the mathematical and physical problem-solving skills the exam demands, as well as effective strategies for approaching unfamiliar questions under time pressure. I also provide one-to-one interview preparation, with mock interviews based on the style and difficulty of real Oxbridge Engineering interviews. My focus is on helping students communicate their thought processes clearly, respond confidently to prompts and work through challenging problems collaboratively. A key part of my approach is knowledge building. I introduce degree-level Engineering concepts beyond the school curriculum, enabling students to develop genuine subject understanding and discuss these ideas confidently in personal statements and interviews. I sat Oxford's Physics Aptitude Test myself in 2021, scoring 72% — the ESAT now assesses much of the same mathematical and physical problem-solving ground. Beyond academics, I have teaching experience through international volunteering in China and am currently working towards a TESOL qualification.

Hi, I'm Monty. I'm studying Engineering Science at St Peter's College, Oxford, having scored in the top 1% of all candidates in my year on the PAT, Oxford's engineering admissions test. At school I achieved 10 grade 9s at GCSE, Gold in both the Senior Maths Challenge and the Senior Physics Challenge, and an Arkwright Scholarship for leadership potential in engineering.

Admissions tutoring experience

I've tutored GCSE maths and science one-to-one, and what I enjoy most is finding an explanation that lets students genuinely understand a concept rather than memorise a formula — in my experience, understanding is what carries through to performance in difficult exams. I mentored two students in my year who were sitting the PAT. I like to start from what a student already understands, build up steadily, and check ideas have properly landed before moving on — whether you're aiming for top GCSE grades, working through A-Level maths or physics, or preparing for the ESAT.

Hello, I'm Danny, a third-year Physics student at the University of Oxford. Before my degree I achieved four D1s — the A**-equivalent top grade in the Pre-U — in Maths, Further Maths, Physics and Chemistry, alongside straight A*s at GCSE. My degree has sharpened my high-level maths and problem-solving across areas like quantum mechanics, thermodynamics and electromagnetism, and tackling such demanding problems from many different angles is exactly what I bring to my tutoring — because every student needs their own way of understanding a subject.

Admissions tutoring experience

I sat the PAT for my own Oxford application, and I have real experience with both PAT and ESAT preparation as well as Oxford Physics and Engineering interviews — the physics and maths problem-solving is the same ground the ESAT now covers. I'm an experienced tutor and I've enjoyed teaching A-Level Maths and Further Maths, Oxbridge Physics applications, and GCSE and 11+ students too. Every student needs a different approach and pace, and I'm determined to help you reach your goals.

Hi All! I recently graduated with a Bachelor's and a First Class Master's in Biology from The University of Oxford. Currently, I am a PhD student in infectious disease Biology, specialising in AI and bioinformatics. Previously, I achieved 44/45 points in the IB Diploma Programme with straight 7s (equivalent to A*). I have been an admissions tutor to top UK universities for three years now and tutoring Biology and Chemistry GCSE, A-Level, and IB classes for five years. During classes I like to incorporate teaching and exam-style questions so you can nail content and technique!

I know applying to Oxbridge can be very daunting and seem complex yet I am here to make you feel at ease. While at Oxford, I worked with admission departments to hold Biology personal statements and interview workshops making me very familiar with the application process and how to stand out! I would be excited to help develop your love for the subject and answer any questions you have!

Admissions tutoring experience

Alongside subject tuition, I've supported Biology applicants through admissions for the past three years — running personal statement workshops and mock interviews, and helping students show genuine passion for the subject. Three of my students have gone on to study Biology at Oxford. In my research role I also teach genomics to Master's students, so I'm used to making complex ideas click. I like to weave exam-style questions into every session so you build both content and technique.

Hi, I’m William, a Cambridge Physics graduate specialising in Oxbridge and university admissions preparation for Physics, Mathematics and related subjects.

I studied Physical Natural Sciences at Cambridge before specialising in Theoretical Physics for Part III. I graduated with a First, averaging over 90% in my final year and ranking second in the Cambridge Physics cohort. My Master’s research received 97% and was awarded the University's BP Nevill Mott Prize for Theoretical Physics, recognising the outstanding theoretical Physics research in the cohort. I was also awarded the Laurie Hart Prize, Girton College’s highest senior prize for exceptional academic achievement.

My academic background spans areas including quantum field theory, general relativity, cosmology, statistical physics, quantum information, gauge theories and condensed matter physics. I am now moving into machine-learning research at the Max Planck Institute, building on my background in theoretical and computational physics.

Admissions tutoring experience

My tutoring is focused primarily on university admissions, particularly: ESAT Physics, Maths 1 and Maths 2; Cambridge Physical Natural Sciences and Physics applications; Oxford Physics and Mathematics applications; Oxbridge mock interviews and interview preparation; personal statement and application support; and supercurricular and academic-development mentoring.

I have now worked with a wide range of applicants preparing for Cambridge and Oxford, including students at different stages of ESAT preparation, personal statement development and mock interviews. My interview preparation focuses on the skills that are difficult to develop through ordinary schoolwork: thinking aloud, responding to hints, identifying assumptions, adapting an approach when it fails, and communicating mathematical and physical reasoning clearly.

A major part of my tutoring is the use of genuinely unfamiliar problems. I have developed a large bank of bespoke Physics and Mathematics interview questions, many inspired by ideas from my Cambridge degree and research, and I am writing a dedicated collection of Oxbridge-style interview problems. This means students are not simply rehearsing the small set of questions that circulate online, but instead practise the kind of new and challenging reasoning they are likely to face in a real interview.

For admissions tests, I focus strongly on efficient problem solving rather than rote methods. We look at how to recognise the structure of a difficult question, decide quickly which ideas are relevant, avoid unnecessary calculation, and understand why a method works so that it can be adapted to unfamiliar problems.

I also place considerable emphasis on confidence and communication. Strong candidates often already know a great deal of Physics and Mathematics; the challenge is learning how to demonstrate that understanding under pressure, explain their reasoning clearly, and remain comfortable when they do not immediately know the answer.

Having applied successfully to Cambridge through Natural Sciences myself, taken the NSAA, completed the Cambridge Physics course, and subsequently supported many students through admissions preparation, I can offer both first-hand understanding of the process and extensive practical experience helping students prepare for it.

I'm a Mathematics graduate from Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge, currently pursuing an MPhil in Data Intensive Science at Cambridge. I achieved Grade 1 in both STEP II and STEP III, scored 7.4 in the TMUA and earned a Distinction in the British Mathematical Olympiad, alongside seven UKMT Gold Awards, four A*s at A-Level and nine grade 9s at GCSE.

I specialise in Oxbridge Mathematics admissions, STEP, TMUA and interview preparation, alongside GCSE and A-Level tuition. My approach combines strong mathematical expertise with extensive tutoring, mentoring and educational outreach experience, helping students develop the confidence and problem-solving ability to excel.

Admissions tutoring experience

I've mentored over five prospective Oxbridge Mathematics applicants, at least three of whom subsequently received offers. My experience includes 20+ mock Mathematics interviews, 20+ personal statement and application reviews, and personalised guidance across admissions tests, interviews and super-curricular preparation.

I've also developed hundreds of original TMUA and MAT-style questions and practice materials for an admissions preparation company, giving me valuable insight into how challenging admissions problems are designed and assessed.

My tutoring experience began with 11+ preparation in 2016 and has since expanded to over 100 hours of one-to-one tuition across GCSE, A-Level and university admissions. I've additionally worked with an academic summer school provider and Universify Education on academic residential programmes and mentoring initiatives. At Universify, I helped deliver a residential programme for 39 students and provided ongoing individual academic coaching. I've also supported students through Queen Elizabeth's School's Elite Maths Club and Economics Clinic.

GCSE and A-Level tutoring experience

I also teach GCSE Mathematics and Sciences, and A-Level Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics and Economics. Having achieved four A*s at A-Level and nine grade 9s at GCSE, I'm familiar with the demands of top-grade preparation and the Edexcel, AQA and OCR specifications.

Above all, I aim to develop genuine mathematical understanding rather than reliance on memorised methods. Whether a student is working towards an A*, tackling STEP or preparing for a Cambridge interview, I focus on building the confidence, independence and problem-solving skills needed to succeed.

I studied for an Integrated Masters' in Natural Sciences at Robinson College, Cambridge (specialising in Organic Chemistry). Graduated in 2026 with First Class Honours in my Bachelors' and 2.1 Class Honours in my Masters', receiving a Robinson College Tripos Prize and Scholarship in my final year.

I have tutored Maths, Physics, Chemistry and Biology online and for family friends for three years. During lessons, I like to talk through core concepts with students to test their understanding before setting increasingly difficult problems to challenge them and cement ideas. I also give advice on Cambridge Applications, including personal statements, entrance exams, interview prep, college choice and the My Cambridge Application extra statement.

Admissions tutoring experience

I helped a student who got a Cambridge Music offer in 2025. Mainly helped to come up with personal statement talking points and structuring, including advice on what wider reading and super-curricular activities to use. Gave them college advice (looking at admissions statistics and culture fits), and interview tips.

Gave advice on college choices to a student studying Cambridge Archaeology (Matriculated 2025).

Gave interview advice to a student who will study Cambridge Medicine, starting in 2026.

Gave extensive advice to a student currently applying for Cambridge Engineering. Personal statement advice on what to focus on in each question, how to get the structure to flow and recommendations what super-curricular readings and activities to talk about. Gave tips on how to prepare for the ESAT and interview. Gave advice on how to pick a college based on admission rates, college amenities and personality matches. Also gave advice on how to make the most of the My Cambridge Application extra personal statement, to include experience/ reading not used in personal statement and give context to college choice.

Hi, I'm Aaron, a First Class Natural Sciences graduate from Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge, specialising in Oxbridge admissions and the biological and physical sciences. My Cambridge interview went well enough that my interviewer offered me a job in his research lab, where I've since worked closely alongside him. That has given me an insider's understanding of how interviewers actually think and what makes a candidate stand out.

Admissions tutoring experience

I have over 150 hours of tutoring experience across admissions preparation, A-Levels, GCSEs, and even first-year undergraduate courses. I hold Gold awards in both the Physics and Biology Olympiads and placed in the 95th percentile in the biology section of Cambridge's science admissions assessment — the test the ESAT replaced — so I understand what these assessments demand and how to prepare for them. I've run many of my own mock interviews and have conducted real interviews in a previous role, and I've supported applicants for Medicine, Veterinary Medicine and Natural Sciences. My approach is direct and tailored: I break problems down to first principles, prioritise reasoning over rote answers, and adapt each session to how you actually learn. Whether you're chasing top grades, a Natural Sciences place, or the confidence to excel at interview, I'd be glad to help.

Hello! I have been a one-to-one chemistry tutor since 2019, when I was a second-year undergraduate at Oxford. Since this, I have achieved my four-year MChem degree, stayed here to complete my DPhil and in recognition of my teaching I became a lecturer in the Oxford tutorial system.

I have always worked with students in a completely flexible manner, structuring lessons around their specific needs. I very closely track their progress with different topics, using this to adjust the pace and difficulty throughout each lesson. I ask guided questions to make students think critically about problems and help them reach the correct answer themselves.

With my experience, I now devote myself to tutoring chemistry full-time to help others engage with a subject which has always enthralled me. Feedback from students and parents alike has been overwhelmingly positive and has often mentioned that my keenness for the subject clearly shows, making my lessons useful and enjoyable.

Admissions tutoring experience

I have worked with multiple MChem applicants across years of admissions cycles. This has involved providing mentoring and feedback with personal statements and mock interviews, and guidance with extra-curricular reading.

GCSE and A-Level tutoring experience

One-to-one online tutor since 2019 for GCSE and A-level Chemistry. Extensive knowledge of all UK exam boards.

Hi! I’m Amber, a fifth-year Medicine student at the University of Cambridge, where I also graduated with a First Class degree in Natural Sciences.

I’ve been a tutor for over 5 years, with over 1000 teaching hours. I specialise in Medicine admissions, alongside GCSE and A-level Biology, Chemistry and Maths. Having supported students with a wide range of abilities and aspirations, I understand that there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to learning.

I genuinely love teaching and find it incredibly rewarding to see students grow in confidence, overcome challenges and achieve results they may not have thought possible. My lessons are interactive, engaging and tailored to each student’s individual needs, combining clear explanations with practical strategies and constructive feedback.

Whether we’re tackling a difficult scientific concept or preparing for a competitive university interview, my aim is to create a relaxed, encouraging environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and developing their skills.

Admissions tutoring experience

I have supported students through all aspects of the Medicine application process, including UCAT preparation, university selection, personal statements and interviews. I’m proud to have helped every medical applicant I’ve supported secure a Medicine offer.

Beyond one-to-one tutoring, I’ve designed and delivered Medicine admissions courses and led widening participation outreach initiatives to help prospective applicants understand the application process and prepare for its challenges.

My sessions focus on developing genuine understanding rather than rehearsed responses. Through tailored preparation and specific, constructive feedback, I help students demonstrate their potential as future doctors.

GCSE and A-Level tutoring experience

I have five years of experience tutoring GCSE Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Maths, alongside A-level Biology and Chemistry. I’ve worked with students across a wide range of abilities and am familiar with AQA, OCR, Edexcel and IGCSE specifications.

My lessons are tailored to each student’s needs, combining clear explanations, targeted exam practice and effective revision strategies. Whether building confidence in challenging topics or helping students aim for the highest grades, I strive to make learning engaging, accessible and rewarding!

Hey! My name is Ben and I'm in my second year studying Biology at Jesus College, Oxford. I achieved three A*s at A-Level, as well as a prize for excellence in my first-year university exams. I like to keep my sessions interactive and targeted, with plenty of discussion time, creativity and detailed feedback to help craft and refine an outstanding application.

Admissions tutoring experience

As a state school-educated Oxford insider who has excelled in the tutorial system, I understand exactly what tutors are looking for in an Oxbridge candidate, whatever a student's background. I've been helping students through the admissions process for over a year, since I first received my own offer — supporting students at my former sixth form and in the local area with super-curricular advice, personal statement feedback and interview practice, using questions I designed myself to mirror the style of real interviews. I've helped students secure offers for Biomedical Science at Oxford, Music at Oxford, and Psychology at Cambridge.

I'm a recent graduate of the University of Cambridge (Selwyn College), where I studied Natural Sciences, specialising in Astrophysics, for my BA and MSci. Having achieved four A*s at A-level and ten grade 9s at GCSE, I understand both the academic demands of science and maths subjects and the challenges students face in studying them. I sat Cambridge's science admissions assessment — the test the ESAT replaced — and was told I came in the top 15% of candidates.

Admissions tutoring experience

During several years' experience mentoring and teaching, I've supported prospective Oxbridge applicants through mock interviews and delivered Cambridge-style supervisions on summer schools, helping students develop both subject knowledge and confidence. As a student ambassador for Selwyn College across four years, I sat on a panel for student Q&As and admissions workshops, helped with talks from admissions tutors on what they're looking for in a personal statement or interview candidate, and looked after candidates during the interviews and admissions tests themselves — advising hundreds of applicants along the way. My teaching is inspired by the supervision-style learning I experienced at Cambridge: discussion-based sessions, solving problems together, and marking work with real feedback. I also communicate complex scientific ideas to audiences of all ages, through volunteering with Cambridge Hands On Science and now as a Live Science Presenter at the Royal Observatory Greenwich.

Hi, I'm Eleanor, a Physics undergraduate at the University of Oxford with a particular interest in astronomy and astrophysics, and Distinctions in both my first and second-year exams. Having been through the Oxbridge application myself, I help students prepare for the ESAT, admissions and interviews — building not just technical skill but the confidence and problem-solving instinct these tests reward. I'm friendly and dedicated, and I tailor every session to the student in front of me.

Admissions tutoring experience

I've tutored online for two years, teaching Physics and Maths at A-Level and GCSE across AQA and Edexcel, and I currently coach a student for the ESAT. I've also mentored applicants from my old school through their personal statements and applications. I have a strong competition background: as well as Top Gold in the British Physics Olympiad and reaching the national finals of the UK Astronomy & Astrophysics Olympiad, I competed in the national finals of the UKMT Team Maths Challenge — exactly the kind of unfamiliar, high-pressure problem-solving the ESAT is built around. I sat Oxford's physics admissions process the year before I started my degree, so I know first-hand what it asks of you.

I am a highly motivated engineering student, with a modest, methodical and patient approach to teaching. I am seeking to share my expertise with students, in order to ensure that they achieve their full potential across their qualifications in Science, Mathematics, and Engineering, and to help them gain offers to prestigious institutions through support in personal statement writing, admissions test practice, and interview preparation. Having achieved 4A*s in my A-Levels and 87/100 on Oxford's PAT test, with 2 years of tutoring experience across a range of students, and offers received from institutions such as the University of Oxford, Imperial College London, and the Dyson Institute of Engineering and Technology, I think that I am well equipped to provide both the academic knowledge and practical guidance necessary to help students excel.

Admissions tutoring experience

I helped a student pass his combined science GCSE through a year of tutoring in 2025. I consulted with his teachers about particular areas of difficulty, in order to plan out our weekly tutoring sessions in order to meet his needs. During each session, I took notes on how easily he was able to grasp certain concepts, allowing me to more effectively allocate time in future sessions.

I helped a student write a personal statement that they used in their Oxford application in 2026. I had a large amount of expertise to offer, having attended the highly selective 'Frontier' residential at Oxford's Balliol College, and having been through the application process, receiving offers from Oxford and Imperial College London. Over a few sessions, we worked through the structure and content of her personal statement, to build up an essay that I thought would appeal to the tutors at Oxford.

Oxford graduate (MSt Philosophy of Physics) and Durham Physics First, with four A*s including Maths, Further Maths and Physics. Last cycle I guided multiple students to competitive Oxford Physics offers, and I specialise in ESAT preparation and Physics, Maths and Engineering admissions.

Admissions tutoring experience

I offer comprehensive support tailored to the selection criteria: ESAT preparation, refining personal statements and intensive mock interviews. My master's deepened my conceptual grasp of physics and sharpened how clearly I can explain demanding ideas.

I hold a master's degree in Chemistry with Molecular Physics from Imperial College London, as well as a postgraduate master's in Theory and Simulation of Materials from the same university. I have 12 years' tutoring experience in Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Chemistry, and Biology across all academic levels, from GCSE/IGCSE to IB. I also have significant mentoring experience and hold QTS (Qualified Teacher Status). I am currently pursuing a PhD in Pure Mathematics.

My experience includes working with students of varying abilities, helping them master challenging concepts and excel in their coursework. I have successfully prepared students for key exams, including GCSEs, A-Levels, and university entrance assessments, often helping them achieve top grades. I have tutored students from prestigious schools, including St. Paul's School, St. Paul's Girls' School, Tiffin School, Westminster, Eton, and Rugby. This experience has given me a deep understanding of the academic challenges students face and the strategies to overcome them.

I have extensive experience in tutoring A level and GCSE/IGCSE Chemistry, Physics, Maths and Biology, and A level Further Maths, across all the main exam boards; IB Maths, Physics and Chemistry (Higher and Standard); undergraduate Geophysics, Physics, Chemistry, Engineering and Mathematics; postgraduate Mathematics; and the TMUA, ESAT (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics 1, Mathematics 2) and STEP (II and III).

My approach is tailored to each student's needs, ensuring they grasp complex concepts and excel in their studies. In addition to tutoring, I have extensive mentoring experience, guiding students not only in their academic pursuits but also in developing effective study strategies, time-management skills, and confidence. My mentoring background has enabled me to support students holistically and help them realise their full potential.

Admissions tutoring experience

I have extensive experience in tutoring the TMUA, ESAT (Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics 1, Mathematics 2) and STEP (II and III).

I have recently completed my PhD in Zoology at the University of Cambridge, where I specialised in the fluid biomechanics of carnivorous plants. Before this, I studied Bioengineering at Imperial College London, graduating with a First-Class MEng degree. I achieved three A*s at A-level in Maths, Further Maths and Physics.

My interdisciplinary background has given me a strong foundation across maths and the sciences. Throughout my PhD, I have taught and mentored students at a range of levels, from supporting A level mathematics and physics to teaching mathematics for biologists at undergraduate level.

I tutor Maths, Physics and Biology at GCSE and A-level and can also provide support with university applications, including personal statements and admissions tests.

I have recently graduated from Downing College, Cambridge University, with a first-class mark in Biological Natural Sciences (BA). I maintained high academic standards at Cambridge and have been named a scholar in both 2024 and 2025 for my academic achievements.

As a recent graduate, I have no formal prior tutoring experience. However, I have been delighted to work with the younger generation during my time in Cambridge, leading tours of the college and helping in public events in my role as student ambassador. I also enjoy introducing science to the younger generation, such as by demonstrating animal skulls at the Crash, Bang and Squelch event.

I fully believe that intrinsic motivation and genuine interest are the most important path to academic success. Hence, I hope to work with students in a friendly, discussion-based way, modelling on the style of a Cambridge supervision. I hope my students can truly feel the pleasure of academic freedom and be inspired to investigate any topics of interest further.