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Stephanie

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University of Plymouth
Univeristy of Cumbria - PGCE/QTS
Graduate
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Teaches subjects 24

About Me

With over eight years of experience as a fully qualified teacher—including roles as Music Subject Lead and Maths—I am passionate about making learning engaging, accessible, and fun. My mission is to build confidence and instil a love for learning, especially in those who find maths or music difficult. Recognised with a Highly Commended Award for Pearson’s National Teacher of the Year in a secondary school (2022), I take pride in delivering tailored, supportive lessons that truly make a difference.

Prior to my teaching career, I travelled to the UK from Australia with a full University Scholarship to study music. I was fortunate to perform with some of the best Brass Bands in the world, traveling on tour with them all over the world. Having achieved the prestigious Harry Mortimer Performance Prize, and winner the British Cornet Solo Championships, I continued my journey by serving in the British Army as a professional trumpeter in the Coldstream Guards Scots Guards Band. It was here where I found the love of teaching. Following my Military career, I became a fully trained Music teacher and experienced 8+ years teaching in a variety of education settings such as Primary, Secondary and SEN/D schools. Throughout this time, I developed a passion for teaching Maths and working with learners who are SEN, Neurodiverse, anxious and lacking in confidence. Having struggled with Maths as a school student, I was driven to making Maths more fun, exciting, enjoyable and accessible – being the teacher I always needed! I am now delving into the world of tutoring where I can reach more learners that need me.

“My daughter absolutely adores the way Steph delivers the learning as it’s fun, and she finally understands Maths in a way that makes sense to her. I have never seen her so engaged & focused! What a positive experience.” – Parent Testimonial, January 2025.

My teaching style

I have a strong passion for working with learners who may feel nervous or anxious, those with neurodiversity, special educational needs, and individuals who lack confidence and enthusiasm. Having faced similar challenges in my own journey, my goal is to be the teacher I always needed.

I strive to be empathetic, patient, fun, engaging, and, creating an environment where you feel safe
and comfortable enough to push your learning boundaries. I am committed to explain concepts in as many different ways as possible until you ‘really’ get it! Each session is tailored for the individual’s needs and learning style. I am always adapting each session to flow with the learners energy and mood, to ensure a positive learning experience.

The end goal is to empower learners is to be the best they can possibly be – to feel prepared and ready to face the challenges ahead. For example, feeling prepared for exams and knowing what strategies work best for them to overcome exam nerves and learning barriers.

My past experience

I have over 8+ years classroom and online teaching experience, both delivering Music and Maths National curriculums. This is equivalent to over 10,000 hours +.

My Proudest Achievements

As an educator, my proudest achievement is the relationships built with my learners and watching them grow and flourish. This is why I teach!

I teach

  • 11+
  • 13+
  • 13+ Tutors
  • GCSE Re-take Tutor
  • Maths
  • Further Maths
  • Trigonometry
  • Geometry
  • Calculus
  • Algebra
  • Statistics
  • Pure Maths
  • Composition
  • Music History
  • Music
  • Trumpet
  • Sibelius
  • Cornet
  • Music Theory
  • Keyboard
  • Music Technology
  • Music Performance
  • Education
  • Mechanics

My Results and Achievements

  • Highly commended National Teacher of the Year 22
  • Outstanding grade for PGCE and QTS
  • 30% secondary school engagement and upgrowth
  • Special Educational Needs Co-ordination Level 5
  • 1st Class Honours BA (HONS)Music
  • Winner of the Harry Mortimer Performance Prize 08
  • NYBBGB cornet mentor 2024
  • British Cornet Champion 2000

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