Tutor profile - Ruth

After graduating with a BSc Psychology(2:1) from Cardiff, Ruth has taught in various selective independent schools in North London for 23 years, including four years as a Year 6 teacher at St Albans High School for Girls. She has a wealth of experience in preparation for entrance exams, including English, Verbal and Non verbal reasoning and Maths, specialising in teaching maths concepts, solving contextual problems, developing creative writing skills and preparing for reading comprehension.

Alongside enjoying the academic challenges Ruth has the ability to develop and nurture a pupil's confidence and bring out the best in all students. Her pastoral care is a proven strength over 20 years of teaching experience.

In the 2021-22 academic year Ruth has successfully prepared students for City of London Girls, St Pauls, North London Collegiate, St Albans High School for Girls, Haberdasher Girls, JAGS, Godolphin, South Hampstead, Channing, Francis Holland, Queen's College, St Margaret's (including 3 scholarships).

In the 2022 - 23 academic year Ruth has completed long term preparation in maths for pupils to Wycombe Abbey, St Pauls Girls school, Wimbledon High, Godolphin and Latymer and Notting Hill GDST .