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Kate is an IB English A examiner and a qualified IB English teacher with 20 years experience. Kate's style is innovative and adaptive to each student's individual needs, tailoring resources to students specific levels and requirements. Kate is known for giving extensive practical feedback, aimed directly at raising the grade level for each student. Kate is trained to teach students whose first language is not English, as well as native speakers, and is accustomed to teaching a wide variety of abilities. She has worked all over the world, in Asia and in Europe, as well as in the UK. In addition, she is a supervisor for the IBDP Extended Essay and has held the role of EE Coordinator. Kate's proactive and energetic teaching style motivates and inspires students to achieve their upmost potential.

Lili is an experienced international educator specializing in IB Mandarin Chinese and Economics at both SL and HL. Teaching internationally since 1999, she holds IB Educator Certificates and has served as a Chinese essay examiner in Switzerland. She has extensive knowledge of IB assessments, including examinations, Internal Assessments, Extended Essays, and Theory of Knowledge.

Throughout her career, Lili has supported students from international schools through private tutoring and established tutoring companies. Her student-centered approach allows her to adapt lessons to each learner’s strengths, needs, and academic goals, helping students build confidence, strengthen their subject knowledge, and work toward their desired IB grades.

Louise is an experienced teacher and tutor with 13+ years of experience with the IB. She has consistently assisted students in attaining 6/7 in Biology SL and HL and is well-versed in supporting students writing IAs, ecology based projects in particular. In addition she has supervised several candidates in completing a World Studies EE with Biology as one of the subject lenses with 100% of students attaining A-C.

At university Louise initially began studying Biochemistry but quickly realised that Microbiology was a bigger passion. She therefore has an excellent understanding of metabolic processes that students tend to find tricky. Her PhD in life sciences demonstrates that she understands the research process and is able to pass these skills onto her students.

Finally, Louise's teaching qualification was attained at the University of Oxford meaning that she is equipped with teaching skills that will allow her to get the best from her students. Her approach is to work with students with empathy and an open mind so that students grow in confidence and feel that they can achieve more than they previously thought possible.

I help IB students achieve top-band results by combining subject mastery with systematic, high-level analytical skills. Specializing in IB Mathematics (Applications and Interpretation), Economics, and Language & Literature (English/Spanish), I provide rigorous, structured support that goes beyond the textbook. My approach centers on deep conceptual understanding, examination strategy, and expert guidance for Extended Essays (EE) and Internal Assessments (IA). Whether you are aiming to bridge knowledge gaps or polish your final submissions, I offer the methodological rigor and bilingual expertise needed to turn complex academic challenges into measurable success.

I am a UK-qualified international Business and Economics teacher with 13 years of teaching experience across the UK, Vietnam and Thailand. I currently teach IB Business Management, IB Economics and AP Microeconomics at the Canadian International School in Ho Chi Minh City, where I also supervise IB Extended Essays. Previously, I taught IGCSE Business and Economics at Singapore International School and have lectured in Business and Economics at university level.

I hold a BSc (Hons) in Business & Law, a Master of Education (M.Ed.), an International Postgraduate Certificate in Education (IPGCE), and I am currently undertaking a PhD in Business Management. I have also completed the IB Diploma Programme Economics Category 2 professional development workshop, further strengthening my expertise in delivering the IB curriculum.

Before becoming a teacher, I spent ten years as the Managing Director of a successful training company. This commercial experience allows me to bring business theory to life by connecting classroom concepts with real-world examples and current business practice.

My lessons are tailored to each student's individual needs and learning style. Whether a student is preparing for examinations, improving their understanding of difficult concepts, or aiming for the highest grades, I focus on developing confidence, critical thinking and effective exam technique. I believe students learn best in a supportive environment where they feel comfortable asking questions, challenging ideas and taking ownership of their learning.

Matilde R graduated from the London School of Economics and Political Science in 2026 with First-Class Honours in International Relations and History, ranking in the top 10% of her cohort. Her dissertation received one of the highest marks in the Department of International History, reflecting her strong research skills.

She completed the IB Diploma in 2023 with 44 out of 45 points, placing her in the top 1% worldwide. She achieved 7s in History HL, Economics HL and English HL, along with an A in both Theory of Knowledge and her Extended Essay.

Matilde has been tutoring IB students for around five years across a range of subjects, and has supported students with their applications to UK universities. She is currently doing fieldwork in Rwanda, Kenya and Sri Lanka, bringing real international perspective to her teaching.

Engaging, friendly and proactive, Matilde is passionate about teaching and plans to pursue a career in academia. She makes sure every student feels supported and enjoys learning!!