Over the past year, I have provided informal tutoring support to family friends and other relatives, gaining valuable experience that has refined my teaching skills and strengthened my understanding of personalised education. In this role, I developed tailored lesson plans to address individual learning needs, helping each student understand complex topics in a way that resonated with them personally. I put effort into using engaging, hands-on teaching methods, including interactive exercises, visual aids, and real-world examples, to make learning more relatable, effective, and enjoyable. Most importantly I used past exam style questions related to their topic of weakness to ensue they applied their knowledge appropriately through active recall. Through these approaches, I have witnessed how personalised support can significantly boost both students' grades and their confidence in their academic abilities.

Throughout this tutoring experience, I learnt essential skills in adaptability, communication, and empathy. I learnt that building trust with students is crucial for creating a positive and productive learning environment. By establishing this connection, I could better understand and adapt my teaching style accordingly, whether they needed additional practice or a different way of explaining the material.

Additionally, I am comfortable with using various online platforms, such as Zoom, Google Classroom, and other digital tools, which have enabled me to support learning virtually. This has allowed me to deliver interactive, effective sessions that keep students engaged. I am committed to continuing to use these skills to create meaningful and useful learning experiences to help students reach their full academic potential across biology, chemistry and maths