Ibrahim Takar Takar

I find students perform best by having boundaries and structure. Having a set lesson plan helps to keep the students focused and to let them know what is expected of them. As part of the lesson plan, I always ensure there are interactive activities to help the students practice what we have learned and to keep them engaged. A lesson has to be a two-way process to keep the students interested and the interactive activities help add an element of fun to the lesson.

I have taught maths to key stage 1,2,3 and 4 students. I also tutor students that do IGCSE Maths.

Assessing a student’s progress requires a multi-faceted approach. Students have different strengths and weaknesses, and it is important to make sure we use different assessment strategies. I use practical and theoretical quizzes alongside group projects and oral reports to assess all aspects of the students’ learning. I also think it is important to have open lines of communication with the students so they understand what I expect of them and what they need to do to succeed.


Mathematics, by its very nature, is a creative endeavor. No amount of standardized testing can capture its infinite variety. If you ask a mathematician about the first words that come to mind when they think about mathematics, they will often mention beauty, open-mindedness and joy – not numbers or formulas.

Engaging mathematical explorations can help students overcome boredom and math anxiety. I love to teach maths using a variety of real life applications so students can appreciate the value of maths around the world.