TopMarks Tuition (Cambridge)
Every child is an achiever!
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Independent Tuition Centre and Online lessons
for Mathematics and English for Ages 7-16
Peterborough 01733 59 50 60
St Ives 01480 269 268
About Us
Welcome
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A very warm welcome to you and your child from our proprietor, Mrs Tai Aina and the staff at TopMarks Tuition!
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Our educational services aim to 'fill the gap' that leaves some children unable to achieve their potential.
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Aims and Objectives:
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Focus on English and Mathematics, meeting the requirements laid down in the National Curriculum for these core subjects
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Fill the gap, through the provision of a personalised programme
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Build a firm foundation to equip pupils with skills to go forward
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Instil confidence in pupils to enable them to become learners who are proactive and take ownership of their learning
Mrs Tai Aina
Proprietor / Head Tutor
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Educator, Mentor and Coach, Leader!
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Over two decades of experience in Education
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Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) from Homerton College, Cambridge
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International school experience in an EAL setting with students from 20 countries
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Authored a Handbook of Professional Practice, in use by international school group in China
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Introduced Curriculum and Assessment documentation
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Implemented a Character Education Programme for top international school in China
"Tai has a large capacity for work and goes above and beyond what is asked of her by the administration, always putting the needs of the students, staff and school front and centre. Her work ethic is outstanding! "
Paula Cross Co Principal YCIS Chongqing, China 2016​
"Mrs Aina is a dedicated professional who will work tirelessly to benefit the pupils in her care."
Headteacher, Cambridgeshire, September 2022
Our Tutors
Davina Mathis
Mathematics, Chemistry &
Biology
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I am currently enrolled at the University of Sheffield studying towards my master's degree in Biomedical Sciences (with a year in industry), a 5-year programme. I am excited to expand my knowledge in areas such as anatomy, microbiology and pharmacology.
After my degree, I am hoping to further my education and obtain my PhD.
At GCSE level, I achieved 9 A*s and an A; 6 grade 9s (high A*) including Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics and 3 grade 8 (A*) including Further Mathematics. I studied at Hills Road Sixth Form College in Cambridge and achieved A*AAA in Biology, Chemistry, Maths and EPQ respectively. This was possible due to the hard work and the constant excellence I strive to achieve.
As a tutor, lessons will be tailored to meet individual needs. Using my recent and first-hand experience of both the GCSE and A Level programmes, I will be able to support students to achieve their potential in a nurturing environment.
Sam Aina
GCSE English Language
I am a tutor with more than five years experience tutoring and Lecturing English Language in the Cambridgeshire area.
Since graduating in English Language and English Language Teaching at University, I have worked with hundreds of students and have worked successfully to help them achieve their English GCSE goals.
I want to work with you to help your child enjoy the learning process, learn how to effectively set and achieve goals (beyond the classroom), to develop their learning approach and to reach their potential in English, so that they can move forward and focus on their next step.
My lessons are engaging, cover all of the assessment objectives, and are accessible (even for students who aren't the most avid readers).
Ollie Baker
Mathematics, Chemistry &
Physics
Hello, I’m Ollie! I’m currently on a gap year after completing the first term studying physics at the University of Bath. I decided to change my study path and am going to study Geophysics at Durham University in September 2024 and am excited at the prospect of learning about earth materials and venture more into geology.
At the end of my A-Level programme of studies, I achieved AAA in Maths, Chemistry and Physics. In addition, I achieved 10 GCSEs ranging from grade 7-9 including a grade 9 in mathematics and further mathematics and 8s in chemistry and physics. In addition to these academic achievements, I have had previous experience working with younger students in the past. To this end, I believe that I am the perfect candidate to support you/your child to achieve their goals and potential in order to further their educational aspirations.
I would take pride in helping my students not only excel, but to also develop an enjoyment of the subject at hand. I will tailor my teaching to my students needs as I understand that everybody learns differently. Recently being diagnosed with a learning difficulty myself has allowed me to understand how conventional teaching methods negatively affected me during my education, and that 1-1 teaching allows a much more personal and tailored experience for the student, allowing any student, no matter their needs, to achieve their greatest potential.
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Notable achievements to date:
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Gold Crest Award (completed In year 10 – normally taken in years 12 & 13) - for my scientific research paper on ‘The links between pore characteristics and tablet dissolution rate’.
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Smallpeice Scholarship - In 2018 I won a scholarship place from the Smallpeice Trust for a residential 4-day nuclear marine engineering course.
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Routes into Languages - in 2019, I was awarded, at Cambridge University, the Routes into Languages East UK Mother Tongue Other Tongue winner award and had my german poem, called ‘Das Buch’ published in ‘Routes into Languages Anthology of Poems 2019’.
Mya Stoneham
Mathematics - Secondary & GCSE
I am a first year student studying Structural and Architectural Engineering at the University of Bath, where I plan to obtain my master's degree to become a chartered engineer. I want to help the construction industry become more sustainable by working on projects using regenerative methods.
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Prior to university, I achieved A*AA in A-level Mathematics, Further Mathematics and Chemistry respectively. In 2022 I attended the University of Bath to study Mathematics before deciding the change to Structural and Architectural Engineering. Despite this I have always and still do have a great passion and interest for Mathematics.
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I have 4 years experience of tutoring Mathematics to students from age 6 to 16. During lessons I adapt my teaching methods to meet the student's needs as everyone learns different concepts in different ways. As someone who struggled in school due to undiagnosed learning difficulties, and had tutoring themselves, I understand how important tutoring can be and how much of a difference it can make to a child’s education and confidence. I love to see every child achieve and enjoy learning so I make my lessons fun and create a safe space for students to feel comfortable asking as many questions as they need.
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Jeanna Thompson
Mathematics, Biology &
Geography
I am a first year student at the University of Manchester studying Earth and Planetary sciences, where I plan to obtain a bachelor of science degree before moving onto a master's degree with my interests focused in planetary science and volcanology.
At secondary school I achieved 10 GCSEs grade 7-9 including a 9 in Further Mathematics, Biology, and Geography. Additionally, I have 4 A levels at grade A-B in Geography, Biology, Mathematics, and German.
I would take pride in tutoring my students to achieve their greatest potential and help them feel more confident in their studies. Furthermore, I have personally had many years of tutoring in the past to help with my A Levels and because of that, I understand the benefit of tutoring and how best to tailor lessons to suit a student's ability and needs.
Mrs Leigh Gray-Thomas
Saturday School - Peterborough
I qualified with BEd Honours as a teacher in 1998 and have been teaching for 25 Years.
My first teaching experience was in a large multicultural Junior school in East London for two years and then I moved to Cambridgeshire to teach in local authority schools.
Over the years I have vast experience of teaching in Key Stages 1 and 2. I am Currently teaching a Year 5 class in St Ives.
Ayo Aina
Instructor, STEM: Basics of Flight
For my main occupation, I work as an IT Consultant, designing, developing and maintaining computer databases and associated applications.​
I have a passion for flying vehicles, particularly remote controlled (RC) flying models of all shapes and sizes, and that is my main hobby.
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With nearly 10 years' experience of designing, building and flying RC drones and planes, I am keen to share my knowledge and experience with students of all ages. I hope to be able to inspire young students to discover and explore the fascinating world of flight, which might encourage and enable them to consider in future, a career in aviation, aeronautics, space technology or similar areas of work.
Safeguarding
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How We Can Help Your Child
Subjects
Online 1-to-1 lessons
We offer tuition in English and Mathematics
Real time 1-to-1 teaching via Skype, Zoom etc.
What we offer
Study centre
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We will assess your child's needs
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We will provide you with a comprehensive assessment report
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We will start your child on a personalised Programme of Study
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We offer small classes and teaching groups at our Peterborough centre and 1-to-1 online real-time teaching lessons
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We can provide access to additional support materials to support your child at home
Peterborough
01733 59 50 60
Jack Hunt School, Bradwell Road, Peterborough, PE3 9PY
​Saturdays in Room 419
9am - 10am
10am - 11am
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St Ives
01480 269 268
Relentless Church, Ramsey Road, St Ives, PE27 3TB
Thursday 5.30pm - 7pm
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Our parents and students are happy and say...
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Professional Testimonials
Helping Your Child To Succeed
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Get involved with all aspects of your child's life at school.
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Reading is an important life skill and an inability to read and comprehend information can impact all aspects of school and later, adult life. Help your child to cultivate a daily habit of at least 10-15 minutes of reading, including reading aloud to an adult.
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Reading to, and with your child at any age, as often as possible is one of the best ways to positively impact their development in all subject areas.
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Spend a few minutes to discuss the school day with your child, preferably not immediately after school when they are likely to be tired and might not want to talk.
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With secondary-aged children, keep the lines of communication open as challenges with school work can suddenly appear.
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Be child-like and enquire. Ask questions when you are not sure about something.
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Stay in touch with your child's class teacher. Do not wait until things are desperately wrong before you approach them for help.
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Contact Us
We would love to hear from you!
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Please complete this form or telephone us on:
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01733 59 50 60 (Peterborough)
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01480 269 268 (St Ives, CAMBS)
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