Meet The Knightsbridge Faculty
Well-rounded educators with deep subject mastery across IB, A-Level, IGCSE and university pathways
Carefully selected faculty
Tutors are appointed through a rigorous academic and teaching-led selection process
Deep examination and pathway results
Extensive experience across exam boards and admissions
Long-term success
Focus on sustained academic development, not just short-term exam tactics
James H.
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Educated at the University of Oxford, graduating with First Class Honours in Mathematics. His academic training focused on pure and applied mathematics, including advanced calculus, linear algebra, probability, and mathematical reasoning.
James developed a strong analytical foundation grounded in rigorous proof-based thinking and structured problem-solving, providing excellent preparation for both secondary and pre-university level instruction.
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James specialises in IGCSE, A-Level, and IB Mathematics, including Further Mathematics, and has extensive experience supporting students across a wide range of academic abilities.
His teaching approach is precise, logical, and highly structured. He focuses on:
building deep conceptual understanding rather than rote methods,
developing clear mathematical reasoning and notation,
and training students to approach complex problems with confidence under exam conditions.
Lessons are carefully sequenced, with emphasis on identifying common misconceptions, strengthening fundamentals, and applying techniques efficiently in timed assessments. James works particularly well with high-achieving students aiming for top grades as well as those seeking to strengthen weak foundations.
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Students taught by James consistently demonstrate significant improvement in accuracy, confidence, and exam performance, particularly in A-Level and IB Mathematics.
Many of his students:
achieve top grades in Mathematics and Further Mathematics,
show marked improvement in problem-solving speed and precision,
and progress to competitive university programmes in mathematics, engineering, economics, and related disciplines.
His focus is on ensuring students develop durable mathematical competence, preparing them not only for examinations, but for the analytical demands of university-level study.
Mathematics
Alexander K.
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Educated in Computer Science, with academic training spanning algorithms, data structures, systems architecture, and software development. His studies combined strong theoretical foundations with practical, implementation-level understanding of modern computing systems.
Alexander’s academic background provides a solid base for teaching both school-level Computer Science and the analytical skills required for pre-university and university-level study.
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Alexander specialises in IGCSE, A-Level, and IB Computer Science, as well as programming fundamentals for students transitioning into technical degrees.
His teaching approach is structured, practical, and concept-driven. He focuses on:
breaking down complex ideas into logical steps,
strengthening algorithmic thinking and problem decomposition,
and ensuring students can translate theory into working code.
Lessons balance theory, exam technique, and hands-on programming, helping students build confidence in both written assessments and practical tasks. Alexander works particularly well with students who are analytically inclined and those aiming to pursue computer science, engineering, or data-driven university pathways.
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Students taught by Alexander consistently show improvement in logical reasoning, coding fluency, and exam performance, particularly in A-Level and IB Computer Science.
Many of his students:
achieve top grades in Computer Science examinations,
develop strong foundations in programming and algorithmic thinking,
and progress to competitive university programmes in computer science, engineering, and related fields.
His focus is on building robust technical understanding, ensuring students are well prepared for the demands of university-level computing and problem-solving.
Computer Science & Programming
Emma S.
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Educated at King’s College London, graduating with First Class Honours in English Language and Literature. Her academic training focused on comparative literature, literary theory, and advanced language analysis, with strong grounding in both classical and modern texts.
Her studies placed particular emphasis on critical reading, structured argumentation, and academic writing, forming a solid foundation for high-level secondary and pre-university instruction.
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Emma has extensive experience teaching IGCSE, A-Level, and IB English, working with students of varying ability levels, from those building foundational skills to high-achievers targeting top grades.
Her teaching approach is analytical, structured, and writing-focused. She concentrates on:
developing precise textual analysis,
improving clarity and sophistication of written expression,
and training students to meet examiner expectations consistently.
Lessons are discussion-driven but disciplined, balancing close reading with structured essay planning. Emma places particular emphasis on argument development, use of evidence, and stylistic control, which are critical for success in senior English examinations.
She works especially well with students aiming for top marks in English Literature and Language and those preparing for humanities-based university pathways.
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Students taught by Emma demonstrate clear improvement in essay quality, confidence, and exam performance, particularly in extended written responses.
Many of her students achieve:
strong results in IGCSE, A-Level, and IB English,
higher internal assessment and coursework grades,
and successful progression to leading UK and European universities, including humanities and social science programmes.
Her focus is on building lasting analytical and writing skills, ensuring students are well prepared not only for exams, but for university-level reading and academic writing.
English Language & Literature
Arseny R.
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Holds a Bachelor of Science in Global Finance, completed at the London School of Economics. Academic training combines strong theoretical economics with applied finance, quantitative methods, and strategic analysis.
This dual-institution background provides a rigorous foundation in macroeconomics, financial markets, corporate finance, and mathematical methods, aligned closely with international secondary and pre-university curricula.
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Arseny has over five years of teaching experience, working across private schools and personalised one-to-one tutoring. He specialises in Business, Economics, Finance, and Mathematics, supporting students at IGCSE, A-Level level, and IB Diploma.
He has successfully completed IGCSE and A-Level examiner certifications (from 2021 and 2024), giving him direct insight into assessment criteria, mark schemes, and examiner expectations. This allows him to train students with precision, focusing on structure, clarity, and scoring efficiency.
His teaching style is structured, analytical, and results-oriented. Lessons emphasise:
clear understanding of economic and financial concepts,
disciplined mathematical reasoning,
and consistent application under exam conditions.
Arseny works particularly well with students who benefit from logical explanation, structured progression, and high academic standards.
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Students taught by Arseny consistently demonstrate improved exam technique, stronger analytical writing, and greater confidence in quantitative subjects. Many achieve top grades in IGCSE and A-Level Economics, Business, and Mathematics, supported by systematic practice and targeted feedback.
Beyond examinations, Arseny’s background in finance and strategy enables him to help students:
connect theory to real-world economic and business contexts,
develop strong problem-solving skills,
and prepare effectively for university-level study in economics, finance, and related fields.
His focus remains on long-term academic competence, not short-term memorisation.
Economics / Business
Nick M.
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Educated at the Faculty of Mathematics and Mechanics of the University of Cambridge, with rigorous training in pure and applied mathematics, theoretical mechanics, and physics. This background provides a deep analytical foundation across quantitative disciplines, extending well beyond standard secondary-level curricula.
In addition to formal academic training, Kirill is the author of multiple mathematics and physics courses designed for both high school and university-level students, reflecting long-standing involvement in curriculum development and academic instruction.
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Kirill has over 25 years of teaching experience, spanning private schools, education centres, and official examination centres. He has worked extensively with students preparing for IGCSE, A-Level, IB, as well as GMAT and GRE, covering a wide range of ability levels and academic goals.
In parallel, he has served as a lecturer at leading universities, delivering GMAT preparation courses and advanced quantitative instruction. This dual experience — secondary and tertiary — allows him to bridge school-level material with university expectations seamlessly.
His teaching style is highly structured, methodical, and concept-driven. He focuses on:
building rigorous mathematical and physical intuition,
developing disciplined problem-solving techniques,
and ensuring students can perform reliably under exam pressure.
Kirill is particularly effective with students who require clarity, logical structure, and systematic progression, including those aiming for top scores in quantitative examinations.
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Students taught by Kirill consistently achieve strong results in international examinations, including top grades in IGCSE, A-Level, and IB Mathematics and Physics, as well as competitive GMAT and GRE quantitative scores.
Many of his students have gone on to:
study at leading universities worldwide,
pursue degrees in engineering, mathematics, physics, and economics,
and develop long-term academic confidence in quantitative subjects.
His focus is on deep mastery rather than short-term exam tactics, ensuring students are not only successful in examinations but fully prepared for the analytical demands of higher education.
Physics / Mathematics / Sciences
Li W.
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Educated at the National University of Singapore (NUS), one of Asia’s leading research universities, where she completed her academic training in Physics.
Her studies focused on theoretical and applied physics, including mechanics, electromagnetism, waves, and modern physics, with strong emphasis on mathematical rigour, scientific modelling, and analytical problem-solving.
This academic foundation provides excellent preparation for teaching IGCSE, A-Level, and IB Physics, as well as supporting students targeting engineering and science-based university pathways.
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Li specialises in IGCSE, A-Level, and IB Physics, supporting students across a wide range of academic levels, from those building core understanding to high-achievers targeting top grades.
Her teaching approach is precise, methodical, and concept-driven. She focuses on:
building strong physical intuition before introducing formulas,
developing disciplined problem-solving techniques,
and training students to approach unfamiliar questions with confidence.
Lessons are carefully structured, combining theory, worked examples, and exam-style practice. Li places particular emphasis on clarity of explanation, mathematical accuracy, and examiner expectations, which are critical for success in senior physics examinations.
She works especially well with students aiming for engineering, physics, and science-based university pathways.
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Students taught by Li consistently demonstrate improved conceptual understanding, stronger exam technique, and higher confidence in quantitative problem-solving.
Many of her students:
achieve top grades in IGCSE, A-Level, and IB Physics,
improve performance in data analysis and extended-response questions,
and progress to leading universities in the UK, Europe, and Asia for STEM-related degrees.
Her focus is on developing deep, transferable understanding of physics, ensuring students are well prepared not only for examinations, but for the analytical demands of university-level science.
Physics
Kevin W.
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Educated at New York University, pursuing a double major in Finance and Economics. Academic training spans Shanghai, London, and New York, including advanced coursework at NYU Stern School of Business in Derivatives, Mergers & Acquisitions, Emerging Markets Finance, Public Policy, and Intermediate Microeconomics.
Graduated from International Boarding School, one of the world’s top-performing IB schools, with top IB Diploma score. Achieved 5/5 in AP Macroeconomics and Microeconomics, alongside multiple international and national awards in mathematics and physics, reflecting strong quantitative and analytical foundations.
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Kevin have worked extensively with IB, A-Level, and senior secondary students, specialising in Economics, Business Management, and Accounting. His teaching experience includes both long-term academic mentorship and intensive exam preparation, supporting students across different curricula, time zones, and academic starting points.
Having completed the IB myself at a top-performing school, Kevin places strong emphasis on examiner expectations, structured evaluation, and clear economic reasoning. Lessons are carefully planned, concept-driven, and adapted to each student’s learning style, with consistent use of past-paper analysis, data response training, and model-based evaluation.
Kevin focuses on developing:
strong command of core economic models,
precise use of real-world examples,
and the ability to write clear, well-structured responses under time pressure.
His approach is particularly well suited to ambitious students targeting top grades and competitive university pathways, including economics, finance, and business-related degrees.
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Kevin’s students typically demonstrate rapid improvement in structure, confidence, and exam performance, especially at IB HL and A-Level. Many progress from inconsistent or mid-range responses to reliable 6–7 level answers, supported by targeted feedback and systematic exam training. Kevin has supported students with:
IB Internal Assessments, improving analytical depth and clarity
Exam technique refinement in Paper 1, 2, and 3 style questions
Strengthening academic profiles for UK, European, and Asian universities.
Kevin’s focus is on sustained academic development, ensuring students are not only exam-ready, but well-prepared for the analytical demands of university-level economics and business studies.
Economics / Business / Accounting
Thomas W.
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Educated at the University of Chicago, where he completed his studies in History and Political Science. His academic training emphasised historical analysis, political theory, and evidence-based argumentation, with a strong focus on primary sources and structured written interpretation.
The University of Chicago’s rigorous, discussion-driven academic environment shaped his analytical approach and continues to inform his expectations of clarity, precision, and intellectual discipline in student work.
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Thomas has over two decades of teaching experience, working with students across IGCSE, A-Level, and IB History and Politics, as well as supporting pre-university humanities preparation.
His teaching style is calm, demanding, and intellectually rigorous. He focuses on:
building strong historical understanding rather than memorisation,
training students to construct clear, balanced, and well-evidenced arguments,
and developing the analytical writing skills required for top-band exam responses.
Lessons are highly structured, with careful attention to essay planning, source evaluation, and comparative analysis. Thomas is particularly effective with students aiming for top grades in humanities subjects and those preparing for competitive university admissions.
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Students taught by Thomas consistently demonstrate marked improvement in analytical depth, essay structure, and exam performance, particularly in extended written responses.
Many of his students:
achieve top results in IB and A-Level History and Politics,
develop strong academic writing skills transferable across humanities subjects,
and progress to leading universities in the UK, Europe, and the United States.
His focus is on cultivating mature historical thinking and disciplined argumentation, ensuring students are fully prepared for the demands of university-level humanities study.
History / Political Science
Maria M.
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Holds a Bachelor of Science from the Technical University of Munich (TUM), one of Europe’s leading institutions in science and engineering. Academic training focused on Biology, Chemistry, and laboratory-based scientific research, with a strong emphasis on analytical thinking and experimental accuracy.
An IB graduate and a certified IB tutor for Group 4 subjects, Maria combines first-hand understanding of IB assessment with advanced university-level scientific training. She is also a winner of multiple international science competitions, reflecting both depth of knowledge and applied scientific skill.
In parallel with teaching, Maria works as a Researcher and Assistant at the Laboratory of Organoelement Chemistry, maintaining active engagement with contemporary scientific research.
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Maria specialises in IB Biology and Chemistry, as well as senior secondary science courses, supporting students through both long-term academic development and high-stakes examination preparation.
Her teaching is highly structured and evidence-based, combining:
clear explanation of complex biological and chemical concepts,
systematic coverage of IB syllabi and assessment objectives,
and disciplined training in data analysis, experimental design, and evaluation.
With her research background, Maria places particular emphasis on scientific reasoning, helping students move beyond memorisation to genuine understanding — a critical factor for success in IB Group 4 examinations.
She is especially well suited to students targeting top grades, science-based university programmes, and medical or life-science pathways.
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Maria has supported students in achieving strong IB results in Biology and Chemistry, including successful university admissions to competitive programmes such as Cambridge International College in Medical Sciences.
Her students consistently demonstrate:
improved exam technique and confidence,
stronger performance in internal assessments and laboratory reports,
and greater readiness for university-level science study.
Her focus is on building durable scientific competence, ensuring students are not only exam-ready, but fully prepared for the academic demands of medicine, life sciences, and research-oriented degrees.
Biology / Chemistry
Sophie L.
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Educated at Sorbonne University (Paris), where she completed her studies in French Literature and Linguistics, with a strong academic focus on comparative literature, textual analysis, and advanced written expression.
Her studies at the Sorbonne emphasised critical reading, argumentation, and stylistic precision across both classical and modern texts, providing a rigorous foundation for high-level secondary and pre-university instruction in languages and humanities.
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Sophie specialises in IGCSE, A-Level, and IB French and English Literature, supporting students across a wide range of academic levels, from foundational language development to high-achievers targeting top grades.
Her teaching approach is analytical, structured, and writing-centred. She focuses on:
developing precise textual interpretation,
strengthening essay structure and argument flow,
and training students to meet examiner expectations consistently.
Lessons balance close reading with structured writing practice, with particular emphasis on clarity of expression, evidence-based analysis, and stylistic control. Sophie works especially well with students pursuing humanities-focused academic pathways.
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Students taught by Sophie demonstrate clear improvement in written sophistication, analytical depth, and exam performance, particularly in extended written responses.
Many of her students:
achieve top results in IGCSE, A-Level, and IB French and English Literature,
improve coursework and internal assessment grades,
and progress to leading universities in the UK, Europe, and internationally.
Her focus is on building durable language mastery and academic writing skills, ensuring students are well prepared for the demands of university-level humanities study.
French, English Lang. & Literature
Daniel R.
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Educated at the University of California, Berkeley, where he completed his studies in Chemistry. His academic training covered organic, inorganic, physical, and analytical chemistry, with strong emphasis on quantitative problem-solving and laboratory-based reasoning.
His studies at Berkeley combined theoretical depth with applied scientific thinking, providing a solid foundation for teaching IGCSE, A-Level, and IB Chemistry, particularly at higher levels.
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Daniel specialises in IGCSE, A-Level, and IB Chemistry (HL & SL), supporting students across a wide range of abilities — from building core understanding to high-achievers targeting top grades.
His teaching approach is structured, logical, and exam-focused. He concentrates on:
clarifying complex chemical concepts through first principles,
strengthening quantitative and stoichiometric reasoning,
and training students to apply theory accurately under exam conditions.
Lessons are carefully planned, combining clear explanations, worked examples, and targeted exam-style practice. Daniel works especially well with students preparing for medicine, life sciences, and chemistry-related university pathways.
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Students taught by Daniel consistently demonstrate improved conceptual clarity, stronger exam technique, and higher confidence in problem-solving, particularly in structured and calculation-heavy questions.
Many of his students:
achieve top grades in IGCSE, A-Level, and IB Chemistry,
show marked improvement in internal assessments and practical-related questions,
and progress to competitive university programmes in medicine, chemistry, and biological sciences.
His focus is on building robust scientific understanding, ensuring students are well prepared not only for examinations, but for the analytical demands of university-level science.
Chemistry
Isabella L.
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Educated at the National University of Singapore (NUS), where she completed her studies in Psychology. Her academic training focused on cognitive psychology, behavioural science, and research methods, with strong emphasis on empirical studies and data-driven evaluation.
Her degree programme placed particular importance on experimental design, statistical analysis, and critical evaluation of psychological research, providing a rigorous foundation for senior secondary and pre-university teaching.
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Isabella specialises in IGCSE, A-Level, and IB Psychology, supporting students across a wide range of abilities, from those new to the subject to high-achievers targeting top grades.
Her teaching approach is structured, evidence-based, and exam-focused. She concentrates on:
clear understanding of core psychological theories and models,
precise use of research studies and terminology,
and disciplined evaluation aligned with examiner expectations.
Lessons are carefully planned around assessment objectives, with strong emphasis on essay structure, use of studies, and command terms. Isabella works particularly well with students aiming for high-band written responses and strong internal assessment performance.
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Students taught by Isabella consistently show improved clarity of explanation, stronger evaluation, and greater confidence in exam settings, particularly in extended-response questions.
Many of her students:
achieve strong results in A-Level and IB Psychology,
significantly improve essay structure and use of evidence,
and progress to leading universities in the UK, Europe, and Asia for psychology and social science degrees.
Her focus is on developing analytical discipline and academic writing skills, ensuring students are well prepared for university-level psychology and research-based study.
Psychology