Our Tutors
As a tutoring agency, the core of what Athena does is find and work with the best tutors possible across the Greater London area and beyond. Our success is dependent on us doing this above all else!
Smart, Passionate and Experienced
The core of what Athena Tuition provides is top tutoring talent, matched to what students need.
Each of our tutors know what it takes to succeed individually. However, that alone is not good enough. We make sure that each of our tutors also knows instinctively how to channel their knowledge appropriately for their student’s tuition- making the learning process fun, engaging and ultimately successful.
Our selection process
Tutors are naturally the heart of our company. A good tutor can be a life changing experience for a student, changing their view or attitude toward a subject or even the whole trajectory of their learning. Naturally therefore, we only accept the best people with the right attitude, focusing on providing tutors with experience to families who need it.
Recruitment process:
- For each tutor we first request a half hour interview with a member of our team to talk about their tutoring experience, why they want to tutor and how it works as part of a tutor agency
- We expect a tutor to have an up to date DBS check which we can apply for if the tutor doesn’t have one
- We also expect 2 reference details from a tutor which we will then get in contact with to check on a tutors background.
We also take careful consideration of the personality of each tutor to ensure that we make the best match possible for each individual student. Some students need a strict tutor, others prefer a more relaxed one. The right choice of tutor is always unique to the student.
A few of our tutors
Below are listed a handful of our tutors with significant amounts of prior tutoring experience and whose services are a good example of the level of high level tutoring quality students would receive through Athena Tuition.
Ameet (Specialist in 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+ and STEP)
- Graduated from Imperial College London with a BSc and MRes in Physics.
- Full-Time Professional Tutor
Full-time educator, founder of mypretest and myexampapers.
5000+ hours of academic and pastoral mentorship, specialising in 7+, 8+ 11+ and 13+ and STEP Mathematics examinations.
Ameet has been instrumental in helping students gain admission to the most competitive schools in the UK and internationally.
Lola (Specialist in French, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+ & interview prep)
- UCL 1st Class Honours French BA : Rosa Morison prize recipient
- Tsinghua University Mandarin Language as a British Council scholarship recipient
- Cheltenham Ladies’ College : A-levels: 3A*, 1A; Beale Award recipient
I’m very well versed in not only school application processes – the 8+ to 16+, personal statements, ISEB, UKiset, CAT4, SATs, GCSEs, among others.
I also understand how important wider literary analysis, cultural exposure and critical thinking is to cultivating a student’s performance.
Have successfully prepared students for schools such as Brighton College, CLC, Wycombe Abbey, St Paul’s Girls, Latymer Upper, Winchester, Radley, Tonbridge, Westminster Under & Newton Prep.
James (Specialist in Natural Sciences and Pharmacology)
- Final-year Natural Sciences student at the University of Cambridge
- 6 years of tutoring experience
I have helped students aged 9–18 succeed in 11+ entry, GCSEs, A-Levels, and Oxbridge applications. My systematic teaching approach has delivered proven results, with students improving from B to A at A-Level, 5 to 9 at GCSE, and securing successful Cambridge interviews. Having personally navigated these challenges myself—achieving 11 grade 9s at GCSE, 5 A*s at A-Level, and ranking 1st in my Cambridge cohort—I bring a student-learned perspective that many teachers can’t provide. This allows me to offer unique insights into exam strategy and the university admissions process, making my teaching both relatable and highly effective.”
Joan (Specialist in English, Law, Psychology and essay assistance)
- Graduated from Emmanuel College, Cambridge in Law
- Professional Actress, experience from the Royal Shakespeare company, Young Vic and the BBC
“Not everybody has an easy time with education. Or even enjoys it. As a tutor I believe that it is both crucial and possible to find an accessible way to achieve high results within our education system. Every student has an individual approach (or perhaps may not even know what theirs is yet!), and as a tutor my aim is to enhance their learning style and developing the skills that they already obtain.”
Thomas – Mathematics Specialist & University Entrance Exam Tutor
- Education: MA in Mathematics, Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge
- Experience: Qualified classroom teacher turned full-time professional tutor
Throughout his career, Thomas has worked with students from a wide variety of backgrounds to help them achieve their academic goals. He is known for being patient and understanding of the unique learning needs of every student.
Mark (Specialist in Physics and Engineering)
- MPhil and PhD from the University of Cambridge and a Marie Curie Postdoctoral Fellowship at Politecnico di Milano
I am a dedicated researcher specializing in chemistry, physics, and engineering. My work has focused on sustainable technologies in energy conversion, catalysis, and reactor design.
I have extensive teaching experience at undergrad and postgrad levels and am also an experienced tutor, supporting students of all ages in chemistry, physics, biology, and mathematics. I specialize in breaking down complex concepts, building confidence, and helping learners achieve their academic goals with clarity and enthusiasm.
Toby (Specialist in Biology and Chemistry)
- Graduated from Churchill College, Cambridge with a BA in Natural Sciences.
- Attended Tonbridge School; A*A*A*A*A* at A-Level.
There is great modesty to Biology.
We take for granted the number of perfectly regulated chemical reactions, complex structured proteins and appropriately-integrated neuronal impulses,
all of which need to interact harmoniously in order for us perform even the simplest of functions, such as ‘looking left’.
The depth of biological complexity is as vast as it is awe-inspiring. Two billion years of evolution has led to elegant, convoluted and bizarre strategies arising.
Conveying these to students, and trying to ignite this flicker of awe, I find very rewarding.
Piotr, CFA (Finance, Mathematics, and Accountancy)
- MSc in Quantitative Finance – WU Vienna University of Economics and Business
- BAcc (Hons) in Accountancy with Finance – University of Dundee
- Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Charterholder
“With a top-tier finance background, CFA designation, and expertise in multiple disciplines, I offer structured, results-driven tutoring. Whether you’re a student looking to improve your grades or a professional advancing your career, I provide tailored support to help you succeed”
Omari (Specialist in English, Spanish and Common Entrance exams)
- Graduated from Oxford in English and Spanish
- Prepared students at 11+ for Westminster, St Paul’s Girls, KCS, Latymer, Emanuel and Harrodian, and at 13+ boys have won places at Eton, Harrow, Tonbridge and Radley
“As a tutor, I never forget to treat my students as individuals: in my lessons their unique talents will be just as important as their specific needs in helping them fulfil their potential and succeed. I’m lively, enthusiastic, highly organised and have over 6 years of tutoring and mentoring experience behind me.”
Heather (Specialist in Biology, Chemistry and Special Education Needs teaching)
- Newnham college Cambridge graduate in biochemistry
- Public speaker at British Medical Association
“Success is born from determination and the right tools, namely education. Growing up in a deprived area with two disabled parents taught me how education can transform a future. As a tutor, I believe that learning is a gift. Working with students as individuals, allows them to unlock this gift and reach their potential while keeping a smile on their faces.”