STEP Tutoring & PreparationSixth Term Examination Paper in Mathematics

I studied Mathematics at the University of Cambridge, completing both my undergraduate degree and Part III of the Mathematical Tripos. I achieved First Class results throughout my undergraduate studies and ranked within the top 20% of my year.
I have around five years of tutoring experience, amounting to approximately 1,000 hours of teaching. My admissions teaching has included Oxbridge mathematics interview preparation, STEP, TMUA and advanced problem-solving, as well as supporting students with the mathematical thinking and communication skills required for highly selective university applications.
My teaching style is highly interactive and closely aligned with the Oxbridge interview format. I focus not only on whether a student can solve a problem, but on how they structure their reasoning, respond to hints, communicate their ideas and adapt when an initial approach does not work. My aim is to help students become more confident, flexible and precise problem-solvers in unfamiliar situations.

Admissions tutoring experience

I have supported around 30 students with Oxbridge Mathematics admissions, with most of my work focused on interview preparation, mock interviews, STEP and TMUA.
For interview preparation, I work with students through Oxbridge-style mathematical questions in a one-to-one setting. I focus on how clearly they explain their reasoning, how they respond when they are given a hint, whether they can adjust their approach when their first idea does not work, and how confidently they communicate under pressure. After each mock interview, I give detailed feedback on both the mathematics and the way the student approaches and presents their thinking.
I have also supported students preparing for STEP and TMUA, helping them improve both accuracy and efficiency when tackling unfamiliar problems. This includes identifying weaknesses in their existing approach, reviewing difficult questions in detail and helping them develop more reliable problem-solving habits.
Overall, I have around five years of tutoring experience and approximately 1,000 hours of teaching. My admissions experience has been primarily focused on Mathematics.

Hi, I'm Aidan! I've just graduated from the University of Cambridge with a degree in Mathematics. I have 5+ years of experience tutoring mathematics, from GCSE level to university entrance exams, and have helped many students of varying abilities. I earned Grade S in both STEP papers — the top grade available — so I know exactly what the examiners are looking for.

Admissions tutoring experience

I've helped many students through Cambridge Maths admissions during my degree. I worked on a residential at my college for state school students, supporting them with STEP questions and preparation, and I've given practice interviews for Cambridge Maths to five students as well as reviewing their personal statements. Many students I've tutored are those who need extra help to pass GCSE maths, and I've been able to support and encourage them to do exactly that. I've supported many students with SEND, providing tailored and engaging sessions suited to their individual needs. I am kind and supportive, and what I aim to provide for all students, alongside the mathematical knowledge, is the confidence that they are also good at maths — and that they can enjoy 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'm a recent Mathematics graduate from the University of Cambridge and, above all, a huge maths and physics enthusiast. I earned Grade 1 in both STEP II and STEP III, graduated First Class with distinction — placing 13th in a cohort of 294 — and finished in the top 5% of my year in Part III. Having sat STEP and excelled in it myself, I know exactly what the papers demand, and I love sharing the problem-solving and proof-writing that make the difference.

Admissions tutoring experience

My lessons are tailored to each student's goals — whether that's a STEP grade, exam preparation or a wider grade target — and I provide personalised study materials and revision notes. I've tutored for over two years with strong reviews, including teaching maths and physics to 16–19s as a residential tutor at an Oxbridge summer school, alongside private tutoring for GCSE, A-Level and undergraduate courses such as mathematical analysis. My own background includes winning multiple national mathematics competitions and achieving A*A*A*A*-equivalent grades in the Polish A-Level system (Maths, Further Maths, Physics, English and Polish Literature), with top marks at GCSE-equivalent level too. STEP rewards months of consistent, structured practice, and I help students build exactly that.

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. STEP rewards sustained, structured problem-solving — exactly the habits my Cambridge degree was built on, and what I help students develop.

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 ran 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.

I am a recent graduate of Mathematics from Lincoln College, Oxford. I achieved four A*s at A-Level and ten grade 9s at GCSE, as well as a distinction in the British Mathematical Olympiad — the kind of unfamiliar, proof-based problem-solving that STEP is built around. I have two years of tutoring experience, and I deliver a personal style of tutoring which is more collaborative and involved than at school, closer to an Oxford tutorial.

Admissions tutoring experience

I've helped students with admissions preparation as a university student ambassador, running personal statement workshops, mock interviews and entrance exam preparation, and I tutored one student through the Oxford Mathematics admissions process, taking their practice score from 40 to 60. My Olympiad background means I'm comfortable with the kind of problems STEP sets — ones that don't have an obvious route in — and I focus on building the rigour and creativity needed to construct a full, written proof under time pressure.

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).

Hello! My name is Ziji and I am studying for a master’s degree in Mathematics at St John's College, Oxford. I achieved First Class Honours in my undergraduate degree and placed in the top 20% of my cohort. I also achieved 3A*s in my A-Levels in Maths, Further Maths and Computer Science, and scored 9s across the board in GCSEs.

I have over 150 hours of tutoring experience, from teaching A-Levels and GCSE to Oxbridge admissions preparation tests such as the TMUA and STEP. I am committed to helping students achieve the very best they can. I create a tailored learning plan for each student, working closely with them to strengthen their weaker areas whilst challenging them in topics they feel more confident in.

Above all, my focus is on encouraging my students to develop deeper problem solving and critical thinking skills. Not only do I aim to help them develop the skills to succeed in their exams, but also to be well prepared for further studies and beyond.

Admissions tutoring experience

I have been helping people with the Oxbridge admissions system for over 6 months. My focus so far has been on support for admissions tests - I have helped over 3 students with preparing for the TMUA and ESAT, with all of them due to take their assessments soon in October/November. I have also been involved with giving taster interviews to over ten yr 12 students as part of a yearly maths open day at St John's College Oxford. As part of this I also led some group collab MAT sessions between students.

Oxford mathematics student and European Girls' Mathematical Olympiad bronze medallist, with over a decade of competitive maths behind me. Olympiad problem-solving is the ideal grounding for STEP, and I help students develop the creative, rigorous thinking the papers reward.

Admissions tutoring experience

I attended a specialist maths high school focused on problem-solving, and I work patiently and consistently until things click. I prepare students for STEP and the TMUA alongside A-Level and GCSE maths, and I love showing them that the hardest problems become approachable with the right mindset.

My name is Jadesola — Jade for short — and I'm a Mathematics graduate from the University of Oxford, having achieved all A*s at A-Level and all 9s at GCSE. STEP rewards exactly the kind of deep, structured problem-solving I love — the reasoning and proof-based thinking that goes beyond routine A-level method. I keep sessions engaging and interactive, always making space to ask questions.

Admissions tutoring experience

I've been a self-employed tutor since Year 12, teaching Maths and Further Maths at GCSE and A-Level, which has taught me to notice what a student is really struggling with and pace lessons around it. I sat the TMUA myself, scoring around 7.0 — the same reasoning-under-pressure that STEP demands in written form — and I build sessions around structured, patient practice with unfamiliar problems.