STEP Teachers : 1-1 STEP Lessons

Hi! My name is Minhaj and I love tutoring. I am a recent graduate from the University of Cambridge with a master’s degree in engineering. I have quite a lot of experience when it comes to tutoring and mentoring students of all age groups in mainly STEM subjects. I have achieved 11A*s at GCSE and 4 A*s at A Level (in maths, further maths, physics and chemistry) so you can be confident in having me as your tutor for explaining even the most difficult content and helping you prepare well for exams!

My main academic interests lie within STEM areas, primarily maths and physics. This is why I chose to pursue engineering at university since it embodies both of these subjects with real-life applicable contexts. I did many super curricular activities throughout my academy journey including UKMT maths challenges (achieved GOLD twice) and attending the Isaac Physics Summer School at the University of Cambridge in Corpus Christi College (only 40 students were invited nationally).

I have experience in tutoring students from primary school all the way to students doing their A Levels (or equivalent). I also have experience in mentoring students for their university applications in STEM subjects including Oxbridge applicants. My primary area of focus for mentoring university applicants would be engineering applicants for Oxbridge & Imperial. But I am also looking to mentor students in other STEM areas such as physics, maths & computer science since the interviews and admissions test preparation often takes a similar journey. I am familiar with all the major UK STEM admissions test including the ESAT, ENGAA, NSAA, MAT, PAT and TMUA (I practised with these myself for my admissions test) so I would be willing to help students prepare for these. I currently mentor and tutor many students for STEM applications to top universities including Oxbridge and Imperial College London. I help students with all aspects of their application including helping with writing personal statements and preparing for admissions tests as well as interviews.

Hi! I’m Mieszko.

I was successful in an application to study Computer Science at Oxford, while helping to lead a twice-a-week 2 hour long mentoring sessions, tutoring 3 other students with their admissions tests. One of these got an interview at Oxford, another got into Oxford, and a third was successful in applying to Cambridge.

Since then, I’ve completed 2 years in Oxford (after an early transfer to a joint honours Maths and Computer Science course). In my most recent exams, I achieved the equivalent of a first class – “the equivalent of” because the actual results combine both this year, and the next one.

Outside college, I do a decent amount of sports, including hiking, squash and judo, though recently I’ve been quite into pool. I play piano, watch a fair amount of TV and read a fair amount of books – recently both have been “This Is Going To Hurt – Diaries of a Junior Doctor”.

Hey! My name is Shyam and I am a 3rd year maths student at Cambridge. I have experience teaching younger students during A-levels as part of a charity program known as MathsMakers, where I volunteered to help students catch up with their peers by guiding them to learn and truly understand the mathematics they are being taught rather than blindly accepting rules. I enjoy teaching as it allows to to give back to the world as well as the opportunity to ensure students can appreciate what they are learning instead of memorising content for the sake of memorising it. I attended a non-grammar state school growing up so was not given sufficient help when preparing for entrance tests and interviews and aim to ensure that others don’t have to self-teach and instead can be given the attention and help required to prosper.

Hi – I’m Rituraj, I recently graduated from a Masters in Maths and Philosophy at Oxford – and I obtained a first class degree. I achieved 5 A* at A-level and 11 9s at GCSE.

I have four years of tutoring experience – focusing on mathematics, philosophy and science tutoring for Oxbridge admissions/Olympiad/A-Levels/GCSEs/school admissions. This includes extracurricular mathematics, working through the syllabus, and interview prep.

I am interested in being a tutor because I am passionate about spreading my love of academia, and sparking an interest in the topics I myself am interested in. Having had previous experience in education, in both one-to-one personal tutoring and teaching in a structured class environment, I am certain this is my career path of choice, and this would be the perfect opportunity to further my career goals. I have taught at Akshar Foundation, an Indian Teaching NGO, for underprivileged students, to A-Level Standard, and WILS Language School, a Korean Hagwon, for Oxbridge entry, having taught A-Level Maths/English/Physics and further computational courses.

My name is Kathryn and I am originally from Toronto, Canada. I completed my Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences at Queen’s University in Canada and went on to complete my Master’s in Biomedical and Molecular Sciences also at Queen’s. My Master’s focused on cardiovascular research, which is a field that I will continue to pursue as an academic doctor as part of the Cambridge Academic Foundation Programme. Apart from medicine, I really enjoy the outdoors, cycling, and traveling. I also love trying new foods! As someone who didn’t have these supports growing up, I really want to give back and help other students navigate their way through medicine. After accomplishing my dream with the help of my mentors, I really think that mentorship is critical to this journey so I hope to be a source of academic support, encouragement, and most importantly, a friend.

I’m a passionate tutor with experience in a wide range of subjects. I am outgoing and enjoy helping students develop confidence and clarity in their learning.

I tailor my lessons to each student’s level, pace, and goals, making sure they not only understand the material but also enjoy the process. Whether you’re preparing for exams, building foundational skills, or simply want to improve, I’m here to support and guide you. Rather than simply providing answers, I guide students to discover them through carefully chosen examples, thought experiments, and counterexamples. I pay close attention to each student’s strengths and areas for improvement, adapting my approach accordingly—whether that means breaking down complex arguments into manageable parts or pushing advanced students to explore beyond the syllabus. I also stress the importance of revision, feedback, and intellectual humility. Mistakes are treated as learning opportunities, and I aim to foster confidence through mastery rather than shortcuts. Ultimately, my goal is to cultivate both independent thinking and disciplined analysis, so that students leave not just knowing more, but reasoning better.

Feel free to reach out—I look forward to learning together!

Hi I am Dr Muhammad Tayyab, a passionate educator, with vast experience of teaching GCE A levels, IB and GCSE O level. My specialties are in Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences and Mathematics. I have also helped students with medical school entrance exams such as IMAT, BMAT and UCAT, and Medical School Interviews. I help students at achieving excellent grades by opting student specific tailored teaching approach.
I graduated with an honor in Masters in Medicine and Surgery degree from University of Pavia in Italy. Prior to that I had achieved 4A*s in my A levels Pre-Medicine program and 8A*s in O levels, earning recognition as the top student in both school and high school. This foundation has given me the ability to excel as an educator in these relevant education boards.
Over the years, I have been teaching every student with a unique method, catering to their individual learning style and requirements. Be it improving grades, deepening one’s understanding of a subject, or getting prepared for university entrance exams, I develop strategies for sure success.
I have achieved various certificates of recognition for excelling in providing quality education.
I am familiar with using digital tools like Zoom, Google Drive, and Microsoft Office in ways that make online learning engaging and effective. Such skills ensure effective and structured communication, even in virtual environments.

I’ve just graduated from the University of Oxford with a degree in mathematics, and I have a genuine passion for tutoring. Over the past few years, I’ve gained extensive experience teaching students of all abilities and have consistently received positive feedback for my engaging and supportive approach. This year, I’m dedicating my time entirely to tutoring because I find it incredibly rewarding to help students reach their potential.

During university I specialised in mathematical physics and found this area fascinating! I did my dissertation on “The implications of Noether’s Theorem in Quantum Field Theory” which actually wasn’t as scary as it sounds 🙂

I’m 21, from Warwickshire, and attended my local comprehensive school, so I’m familiar with the challenges and opportunities of the current curriculum. As someone with dyslexia, I understand the importance of adapting teaching methods to suit different learning styles and have experience working with students with various learning difficulties.

My name is Tejal Paliya, and I am currently pursuing an MEng in Chemical Engineering and Biotechnology at the University of Cambridge. Alongside my academic pursuits, I have developed a strong passion for education and have accumulated extensive experience in tutoring and mentoring students across various age groups. Over the past few years, I have provided private tutoring in STEM subjects, assisting students in enhancing their understanding and academic performance. Additionally, I have guided prospective university applicants through mock interviews and exam preparation, helping them navigate the competitive admissions process. My role as an Engineering and AI mentor on a summer programme involved supervising students aged 13–15, supporting them with their projects, and ensuring they had a positive and enriching learning experience.