Patrick
"What truly sets Patrick apart is his genuine passion for economics. He doesn't merely teach from a textbook; he infuses real-world examples and case studies that bridge the gap between theory and practice."
Parent of A Level Economics student
A Level
Economics
MAT
Maths
Oxbridge Applications
TMUA
Academic History
BA Economics & Management, Oxford University (Jesus): First Class (+ 2 finals prizes for academic excellence)
A levels: Maths (A*), Further Maths (A), Physics (A*), Chemistry (A)
About Me
My teaching approach is centred around a bottom-up philosophy. I believe that any complex question can be broken down into simpler, more manageable parts. By teaching from first principles, I equip students with the tools to approach problems methodically and confidently, no matter the subject or level.
Equally important to me is creating a collaborative, respectful learning environment. I treat every student as an individual – whether they’re 6 or 26 – and tailor my approach to suit their unique strengths, needs, and learning style. I love teaching and genuinely enjoy working alongside students to build their curiosity, confidence, and independence.
Recent tuition
TMUA
Supported a student applying to Imperial for Maths, working on fast-paced problem-solving intuition. Student scored a high mark on the test as was subsequently offered a place to study. Length of support: 8 weeks
TARA (newly introduced test similar to TSA)
Supported a student applying for CompSci at UCL, with her sitting the test in Jan 26, pending offer. Length of support: 3 months
Sixth Form entry to London City Girls
Provided support for the entry aptitude tests. Student was capable but lacked confidence, so lots of encouragement was required, breaking down the question styles to make her as comfortable as possible. Outcome: invite to interview. Duration: six weeks.
Maths, A level, Edexcel
I supported the student, improving their grade from a B to an A*. The main focus was developing the student’s mathematical intuition rather than mechanically using learnt formulas. A lot of this centred on understanding derivations and theories from first principles, enabling him to break down complex problems.
Oxford Economics and Management Entry
Support: Personal Statement support, TSA tuition, interview prep. Progress – Acceptance to Oxford. Duration of Support: three months
Oxford Maths entry
Support in MAT tuition, helping the student improve their mathematical intuition. The result: being invited to interview at Oxford. Duration: eight weeks.
Economics, University of Newcastle
I supported the student in their preparation for their second year exams. The student was chasing a first but wanted to increase his odds. I helped him improve his economic intuition enabling him to break down problems and simply to make sure he could have a strong attempt at any question. Duration: six weeks.
Hobbies
When I’m not tutoring, I’m focused on building my own startup. I find that the flexibility of tutoring complements entrepreneurship perfectly—both require adaptability, creative problem-solving, and the ability to respond dynamically to others’ needs. My interests and hobbies include volunteering work for Age UK, playing sport (tennis, squash, cycling), yoga, Pilates, gym, exhibitions and seeing friends!
Testimonials
“Under Patrick’s guidance, my daughter’s academic performance has seen a remarkable improvement. Her grades have soared, and more importantly, her confidence in tackling economic challenges has grown substantially. Patrick’s unwavering commitment to her progress is evident in every session, and we are truly grateful for his dedication. What truly sets Patrick apart is his genuine passion for economics. He doesn’t merely teach from a textbook; he infuses real-world examples and case studies that bridge the gap between theory and practice. In sum, Patrick is not just a tutor; he is an inspiring mentor who has made a positive and lasting impact on our daughter’s academic journey. We wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone seeking a top-notch tutor.”
“My son had a problem understanding GCSE physics in school, but Patrick taught him from different angle and my son has got it really quickly. He said to me why doesn’t school teach that way?? Very good…”
“Patrick has been tutoring my son in both Maths & Physics (A levels) for about 3 months now and we have fast seen results with my son’s confidence and his grades. Patrick is highly professional, timely (& flexible), knowledgeable and passionate about the subjects he teaches. We can highly recommend.”
