Anita
Private Tutor in Edinburgh
Female Member since Jul 2025 Last Updated Jul 2025 Last Login 20 Aug 2025
My Summary
About Me
My name is Anita and I am a Headteacher in a small village in Scotland. I have 15 years of teaching experience. I live near the centre of Edinburgh.
I am king, caring and funny with a deep passion for learning and teaching.
I have significant experience in Early Level and Second Level Math and Literacy.
I have good knowledge of the entrance exam system for Edinburgh Private Schools and can help with this as well.
I have a full PVG and can share copies of this through messages.
My Experience
With 15 years of dedicated teaching experience and current headteacher expertise, I offer exceptional tutoring grounded in deep pedagogical knowledge and proven results.
My Specialisms:
Expert Support for Dyslexia & Dyscalculia: Leveraging specialised strategies to help learners with specific difficulties thrive.
Mastery of Foundational & Transition Years: Significant, targeted experience in P1, P2, and P7, ensuring strong starts and confident leaps to secondary.
The Science of Learning: I don't just teach students; I train professionals. I have extensive experience in Cognitive Science, translating how the brain learns into highly effective teaching practices that have made a significant impact across multiple schools and local authorities.
Raising Attainment: Proven success in boosting achievement, both for individual students needing targeted support and for whole-school improvement.
Beyond the Credentials:
I believe learning flourishes in a positive environment. My approach is caring, patient, and kind, building confidence and resilience in every learner. I also know that a little humour and fun go a long way in making challenging concepts stick and keeping students engaged!
My Qualifications
Bachelor of Education with Honours from the University of Edinburgh
My Availability
Wednesday evening, Friday afternoon and evening. Weekends.
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Before School | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Morning | no | no | no | no | no | yes | yes |
| Afternoon | no | no | no | no | yes | yes | yes |
| After School | no | no | no | no | yes | yes | yes |
| Evening | no | no | yes | no | yes | yes | yes |
| Overnight | no | no | no | no | no | no | no |
| Last Updated: 28/07/2025 | |||||||
My Fees
- Tutoring from £25.00 per hour
One hour sessions in person - £25
Two hour sessions in person - £45
Online one hour - £18
My Documents
- UK Passport (added 28/07/2025)
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