Rajiv G.

Experience Summary

I started teaching six years ago and gradually started getting a lot more students than I had anticipated mainly because of my methods and explaining the most difficult areas in simplest ways. I use everyday examples to explain difficult topics and have taught students from a wide range of background for many examination boards including AQA, EDEXCEL,OCR, MEI, IB, JEB, CIE, WJEC,etc. As well as this I have also tutored students who are home schooled. I do past papers with students from the last 10-15 years and I make sure that my students knows all the exam solving techniques thoroughly and have complete knowledge to master the subject. I have taught more than 350 students all across UK majority (85-90%) achieving A grades

Teaching Style

Tutoring Approach: I like to tailor my tuition depending on the student's individual needs as I understand and respect that each student is unique. The first step I take in my approach to tutoring new students is to understand and assess their strengths and weaknesses. I use different styles and methods of teaching depending upon the student's ability and attitude. My main method is to first listen to the student's problems and help them to come to the correct solutions making sure that they understand and are involved in each and every step. I give my students the necessary confidence to ask me questions without any hesitation and often use everyday life experiences to explain subjects. I am inclined to use the reduction method . i.e. breaking down a large problem to small parts in order to make it understandable when I feel its appropriate . This method is particularly effective when dealing with problems in maths and the sciences and I have seen remarkable results in students when using this approach. I have learnt through my tutoring experience, the main reasons why students achieve lower grades are lack of knowledge , lack of exam practice, lack of time management skills during an actual exams and practice to recognize keywords/key sentences in exam questions. All these factors lead to LOWER SELF CONFIDENCE. So I would put lot of emphasis on the above factors in my tutoring practice to give the maximum opportunity to my students to attain an A grade because I am not willing to settle for less

Other Comments

Parents Feed backs From Pratibha (5/5): (A-Level Chemistry) Rajiv has been the most motivating and caring tutor for Vivek! We had Rajiv for three A-level subjects after a poor set of AS results in Maths/Chemistry/Physics. He brought the best out of Vivek and made him believe in himself… Rajiv monitored Vivek's work and progress frequently and set appropiate exam questions which he originally struggled in. We had Rajiv through Skype, however Rajiv set many exam questions through Whatsapp to keep Vivek on his toes. Rajiv listened to Vivek and dealt with his needs with patience and understanding. Rajiv managed to bring Vivek's chemistry AS grade from a D in both exams to an A overall in both AS and A2 within a year, which is outstanding! Maths was also outstanding!We are so proud to count him as a friend and I would recommend everyone to be the tutored by Rajiv. Thank you Rajiv for your help! Wishing you the best for the future From Philippa (5/5): (GCSE Chemistry) So far great. My daughter loves him, emerges enthused and with pizza, and got an A* in a subsequent test after just one session. Clearly the thought of Rajiv was sufficient! From James (5/5): (GCSE Physics) My daughter and I have been extremely impressed with Rajiv. He is very friendly, warm, reliable and has excellent knowledge. Rajiv took Melinda from 55 to 87%. I highly recommend Rajiv to anyone wishing for immediate success and boost in confidence. From Monica (5/5): (GCSE Chemistry) We just started tuition for my 15 years old son and he already got an A* on his physics test!. We are really glad we found you Rajiv. Monica From Wajeeha (5/5): (GCSE Chemistry) Rajiv has an excellent teaching style, he is willing to explain things multiple times, never gets impatient and it shows that he really cares about you so happy to have found him, I would definitely recommend him. From Norman (5/5): (GCSE Physics) Rajiv is my hero he is a life changer I could never have imagined getting the grades I got but he trusted my ability, gave me confidence and encouraged me each week I owe this to you Rajiv. From Kanchan (5/5): (GCSE Chemistry) Rajiv is an excellent tutor who helped my son on all 3 science subjects. He developed a wonderful rapport with him which made the tuition more enjoyable. Thank you Rajiv for all you help From Robin (5/5): (GCSE Maths) Excellent tutor who knows how to deliver results my son Fred (A in Gcse Math) was struggling with a few chapters in Math. Rajiv went through all the past papers and was always ready to answer any questions anytime through whatapp. text messages and phone calls we are very thankful for all the help.we received. From Emma (5/5): (GCSE Maths) Just checked my results and yes its an A* in physics and A* in maths thanks Rajiv could not have done it without your untiring efforts anyone who is reading my feedback this man is pure gold! From Paul (5/5): (A-Level Physics) One of the best people and easily the best tutor ever! From Morgan (5/5): (A-Level Maths) Dear Rajiv you are fabulous I wish I could post a picture of you and I with my results you will never truly know how much you have done for me it was like you were there through out the week not just one day, I really consider myself very fortunate that I had you. From Julie (5/5): (A-Level Economics) From the outset you have tailored your lessons to Lauren's very individual needs. You have taken the time to really understand where her knowledge was lacking and almost ,just as importantly taught her in a way which absolutely suits her style of learning . You have made the subject (economics ) so current and relevant and the use of examples and with your humour ,have made the subject come alive . Despite only seeing you once a week , you are always there to answer questions or assist with any queries , whether by phone , email or what's app… your teaching doesn't finish at the end of the lesson , it's as if you are there all the time ! Cannot begin to express how glad we are to have found you as a tutor . Incredibly , Lauren is now considering studying some form of economics at university , such is the enthusiasm you have created around the subject for her . Thank you so much Rajiv. From Adam (5/5): (A-Level Economics) My wife and I were are amazed by the improvement we have seen in the last 3months specially the recent Mocks in which Ronald scored an A. My son Ronald was struggling with key concepts before we called Rajiv. " Rajiv makes it so easy and interesting ".says Ronald. highly recommended !! Adam From Gina (4/5): (GCSE Maths) Rajiv was very keen, enthusiastic and very dedicated in getting the very most from my daughter. He went a bit too fast at times as he's clearly so bright and enjoys his subject so much. She did pick up on areas that she'd missed at school though and made her open to saying when she didn't understand. Thanks Rajiv!

All Subjects I Tutor

• Entrance Exams
• MCAT

• PCAT
• PSAT

• SAT - Math
• Test Preparation

• TOEFL