Denise Briscoe graduated with Honours as a Computational Mathematician and spent some time in the finance industry, before becoming a Maths teacher based in London. She is currently a Learning Manager for Key Stage 4 at college, teaching GCSE and Functional Skills (that covers maths and English).

“Maths is something I am passionate about, and I try to impart some of that enthusiasm whilst teaching. Forming positive relationships with students, I believe, sets the right mental environment conducive for learning.

Maths is like marmite; some hate it, some love it. It comes down to whether the subject is taught in a way that encourages learning. By conveying mathematical concepts in simplistic terms and focusing on methods/tools students can use to answer questions, I help to accelerate their understanding, enabling them to progress their learning. This improves their confidence and ultimately their success rate.”

“I love teaching because it has the potential to change a child’s future.”

Claire graduated from the University of Cambridge with a First Class Honours degree in Education and Religious Studies. She holds a Post-Graduate Certificate in Education for the Primary age range. Claire has taught in Cambridgeshire Primary schools for 15 years. She is a very experienced Year 6 teacher with 14 years’ experience preparing pupils for English and Maths SATs. Claire has worked as a Leading Teacher for English for the Local Education Authority and as English Lead in school and enjoys working with Key Stages 3 and 4 English pupils, helping to prepare them for their GCSE. In her role as a professional mentor, supporting and training teachers and trainee teachers, Claire has worked in all year groups across the Primary age range.

Claire has a long-held passion for enabling children to ‘learn how to learn’. She is committed to equipping children with the skills to become effective and enthusiastic lifelong learners. Claire is currently studying creative writing at Cambridge University’s Institute for Continuing Education (ICE). She unashamedly calls herself a grammar geek and a bookworm and is totally incapable of answering the question, ‘What is your favourite book?’

Cambridge maths tutor Jacob Fysh has a First Class Degree from the University of Kent in Mathematics and Statistics and after deciding on a career in education, earned a PGCE with Distinction from Canterbury Christ Church in 2018.

Jacob is currently working in a secondary school alongside Excelr8 Learning which enables him to have a firm grasp on the current syllabuses and exam specifications. He is therefore aware of the requirements for a student to be successful in their maths GCSE. He is also able to transfer any effective resources to his tutoring, improving the quality of his students’ learning.

Jacob specialises in KS3/4 Mathematics as well as Mathematics at A-Level. He is able to teach any aspect of mathematics that a student requires.  Jacob can teach specific techniques to use when answering exam questions.

Jacob is pleased about the wide range of resources Excelr8 Learning has to offer pupils. He is a firm believer that students should learn in many different ways until they understand how they learn best. An engaging session should consist of different styles of activities to keep interest and attention high.

Cambridge English Tutor – Dr Sayantani (Manti) Neogi has a doctorate from the University of Cambridge and a particular passion for teaching. For the last 15 years she has been teaching internationally including the last 9 years in the UK.

Manti works with students of any age and can adapt her teaching methods very quickly according to the needs of her students including those with specific learning needs.

Manti gained her Bachelor of Science (Hons) degree frоm the University оf Calcutta. Following that, Manti went on to cоmplete аn International Masters Degree in Quaternary Science as an Erasmus mundus Scholar from URV, Spain. Finally, that was followed by her PhD from the University of Cambridge.

Manti is happy tо help pupils with whichever аspect they wоuld like tо fоcus оn the mоst, whether it is imprоving subject knоwledge оr exаm prаctice аnd technique.

With over 7 years of experience in teaching mathematics and a professional career as an actuarial analyst, I bring a unique blend of expertise to the table. My academic journey started with an undergraduate degree in Economics and Mathematics, which ignited my passion for numbers. I further honed my skills by earning an MSC in Actuarial Science and Data Analytics from the University of Leicester.

In addition to my tutoring experience, I've had the privilege of working in both primary and secondary schools, giving me valuable insights into the diverse needs of students. I firmly believe that positive relationships with students are the cornerstone of effective learning. Mathematics, often described as a love-it-or-hate-it subject, is my forte. My teaching philosophy revolves around simplifying complex mathematical concepts and equipping students with practical tools and methods to conquer even the toughest problems. This approach not only accelerates their understanding but also boosts their confidence and enhances their success rate.

Beyond the classroom, I also work as an actuarial analyst, applying mathematical principles to real-world scenarios. This practical experience enables me to illustrate the real-world applications of mathematics, making the subject even more engaging and relatable.