Arka

My Summary

Arka Learning - Inspiring Maths & English Tuition For Ages 6–11 At Patch Twickenham

My Experience

With extensive experience teaching across the UK curriculum in both state and independent schools, I have led the maths department at a top London prep school and held various leadership roles that have shaped my approach to education. I am experienced in preparing children for 7+, 8+, and 11+ examinations, ensuring they not only master the required content but also develop the confidence and mindset to succeed.

Maths: My maths tuition uses the Maths – No Problem! mastery approach, inspired by Singapore’s world-leading teaching methods and adapted to the UK curriculum. Children work independently with carefully designed materials, while I step in with guidance and teaching support whenever they need it. Lessons are 1 hour long, with regular feedback for parents and educational rewards to keep motivation high. Every session is designed to make learning enjoyable, build confidence, and develop a deep, lasting understanding of maths.

English: My joyful and inspiring English programme aims to spark a lifelong love of reading and writing. It incorporates spelling, punctuation, grammar, reading, and writing, with plenty of work on inference skills and opportunities to enjoy classic fables, sayings, proverbs, and poetry. Lessons are 1 hour long, with regular feedback for parents and educational rewards to keep motivation high. Every session is designed to be engaging, enjoyable, and confidence-building.

My teaching philosophy is rooted in the belief that every child deserves a calm, supportive environment where learning is a joy. I combine strong subject knowledge with creative, engaging lessons that make even the most challenging topics feel approachable and enjoyable. My aim is always to build solid foundations in maths and English while nurturing essential lifelong skills such as problem-solving, resilience, and curiosity.

Over the years, I’ve seen children flourish when they feel believed in, inspired, and challenged in the right way. My approach focuses on three pillars: building confidence, developing mastery, and inspiring a genuine love of learning.

My Qualifications

Graduate Diploma in Primary Teaching - University of Auckland, New Zealand

BA (Hons) Spanish - University of Leeds, UK

My Availability

Tuesdays 4.15-5.15pm and 5.30-6.30pm
Thursdays 4.15-5.15pm and 5.30-6.30pm
Saturdays 9.30-10.30am and 10.30-11.30am

My Fees

• Tutoring from £25.00 per hour

£150/month - 1 hour session/week
£200/month - 2 x 1 hour sessions/week