In 2010, Dennis retrained to become a teacher of mathematics completing a full-time honours degree in mathematics with QTS. Upon qualifying, he worked in state and private schools in the UK before moving to work for private schools overseas teaching iGCSE, GCSE A level and IB mathematics, also undertaking face-face and online tuition. In 2022 he returned to the UK, teaching students GCSE and A level mathematics and international students iGCSE mathematics.
Dennis, as with all teachers, is a qualified practitioner who is DBS approved and fully up to date with safeguarding.
Tony started his teaching career in 1996, gaining his PGCE secondary teaching qualification whilst working in the UK state education sector teaching GCSE and A level Mathematics and Physics. After five years in the UK, he worked internationally for seven years in private secondary schools in Kuwait and as a private tutor for mathematics and Physics, preparing students for IGCSE and A levels, and achieving high success rates.
In 2008, he returned to the UK and specialised in teaching mathematics only at all levels from KS3, IGCSE/GCSE and A level. He has also held positions of managerial responsibility within a mathematics department, focusing on developing effective support and learning techniques for GCSE, to overcome the barriers to learning that a significant majority of mathematics learners experience.
Since 2012, Tony has continued to teach both in the UK and internationally, further developing and extending his knowledge and experience to now include IB mathematics, as well as GCSE/IGCSE and A level.
From 2020, Tony has taught using a hybrid model of class teaching and online teaching/tuition to students in the UK and internationally. The development of online tuition has significantly expanded the opportunities and support available to learners, and at Brighter Horizons Tutoring Limited, we can now offer specialised programmes of support, tailored to meet the individual needs of leaners, which are both flexible and accessible, so that all learners can reach their full potential.
In 2024, Tony joined forces with a colleague and mathematics teacher, Dennis Cella, to offer our wealth of experience and expertise on private mathematics tutoring services online for students both in the UK and internationally.
All teachers are qualified practitioners who are all DBS (Disclosure Barring Service) approved and fully up to date with safeguarding.
Carol Smith is a qualified English and TESOL teacher with a PGDip (Post Graduate Diploma) in English and Art History. a Degree in English, a PGCE (Post Graduate Certificate) in Secondary English, a PGCE (Post Graduate Certificate) in SEN (Special Educational Needs) and a Trinity Cert TEFL.
Carol worked in Education as Head of English, Head teacher and Director of Education for 25 years before gaining my Trinity Cert TESOL and moving into further education and British Council accredited Language schools and running my own English study programs.
She teaches online lessons in:
Carol also teaches:
EFL (English as a foreign language) including General English and Business English, English for Academic Purposes and English for Exams.
English for Exams gives you the preparation and revision to pass internationally recognised English Language exams, including:
Kevin enjoys helping students to develop their understanding of biology in addition to mastering their curriculum knowledge and exam technique. Kevin is an advanced practitioner who constantly keeps up to date with his own subject knowledge.
He has been teaching for many years in a senior role at a UK based private school.
Lucy Ramsdale is a fully qualified teacher, holding a Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training, and is a current lecturer at a Further Education college teaching English Literature, and Language on the A Level programme. She holds a first-class degree in English Literature, a Master’s Degree in Creative Writing from Cardiff University and she has had her poems printed in a collaborative publication.
Lucy has provided independent tuition for students studying Key Stages 3-6 for the last five years. She has experience with a variety of exam boards and has worked with students from a range of backgrounds, and special educational needs.
With over 25 years of experience in education, Nik draws on a rich and varied background to create meaningful, memorable learning experiences for every student.
Experience & Background
After starting her career in outdoor education, Nik went on to teach in both independent and state schools. She is a dynamic and engaging teacher whose passion for biology aims to build students’ confidence and understanding, with each lesson tailored to an individual learning styles and needs.
Nik has worked with students from diverse backgrounds, including:
• High-achieving candidates applying for Medicine or Veterinary courses at university
• Students who find science exceptionally challenging
• Students with SEND or English as an additional language
Subjects Tutored:
Approach & Teaching Philosophy
Nik specialises in making science accessible, relevant, and inspiring; particularly for students who thrive with a more personalised approach. Her lessons are grounded in strong subject knowledge, pupil-centred values and a deep-rooted belief that nurturing curiosity and confidence creates an environment in which students can grow both academically and personally. Nik challenges students to think independently while providing the support they need to succeed. Each session is carefully tailored to meet individual needs and includes a blend of content review, interactive quizzes, and exam-style questions.
As a former Senior Deputy Head and Designated Safeguarding Lead, Nik brings significant safeguarding experience to her tutoring practice.
Life Beyond the Classroom
A lifelong learner herself, Nik now combines her passion for tutoring with her love of travel and the natural world, bringing a fresh perspective and renewed energy to her teaching. This lifestyle allows her to maintain the flexibility to support students while pursuing her own adventures and education.
Sally is a native French speaker and UK-qualified teacher with over 25 years teaching experience across all ages and ability levels including adults. She qualified from the London Institute of Linguists with distinction and gained her PGCE in Modern Foreign Languages at the University of Bath. Sally also completed her MSc in Educational Leadership and Management with distinction at the University of Portsmouth.
Sally has held teaching posts and led several MFL departments in the UK as well as overseas in a variety of multicultural settings. Apart from teaching in both the UK and France, Sally has taught students from diverse ethnic, social and cultural backgrounds in both educational and corporate environments in several countries within Africa and the Middle East, among them, Egypt, UAE and Nigeria. Sally specializes in iGCSE/GCSE, A-Level and IBDP French B.
Alongside her exceptional language and teaching skills, Sally deems pastoral care and students’ well-being central to her teaching philosophy. In her roles as Head of Year Sally created and maintained supportive learning environments for all the students in her care. Beyond language skills she provides mentoring in revision techniques to boost both confidence and performance. Sally is a dedicated educator who is passionate about instilling her love of French and languages to her students. Her approach is friendly, understanding and professional.
Fully DBS checked and well-versed in safeguarding policies, Sally always creates a safe and engaging space for students by tailoring each lesson to their specific needs and thus ensures consistently excellent outcomes and exam results. In 2022, one of her students achieving the highest mark in the World at International A-level French.
An experienced educator of over 20 years, Ali has taught Business, Economics and Accounting in her teaching career.
Prior to this she held various responsibilities in the finance industry and is able to draw on this experience in her teaching and career holding a number of senior roles within the Independent sector.
Ali specialises in teaching Business at both A level and GCSE and has taught courses for both the AQA and Edexcel boards.
Ali is able to tailor her lessons to meet the individual needs of the learner whilst increasing their resilience, self-confidence and level of independent thinking.
Ali draws on her experience as an A level examiner to help students understand the demands of the question and typically structures lessons with exam style questions, content retrieval and application.
Subjects Tutored:
Business
Economics
Accounting
Tutors available to teach GCSE, iGCSE, AS and A level subjects
Tutors that we introduce to students have a thorough knowledge of the curriculum and exam boards, EdExcel, AQA, Cambridge and OCR
Tutors have access to a wide range of learning materials
Tutors can assist with homework, course development and technical skills
Tutors are all qualified teachers.
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