Confidence is learned, not born.
Mentor Minds pairs Key Stage 3 and GCSE students with patient, high-achieving Sixth Form tutors — so every lesson turns confusion into a clear, marked-up win.
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About Mentor Minds
Mentor Minds Tutoring connects Key Stage 3 and GCSE students with Sixth Form tutors who've just been through the same exams themselves.
Peer-close tutors
Every tutor is a current Sixth Form or Year 13 student — close enough in age to remember exactly what's hard, and patient enough to explain it properly.
Confidence first
Grades follow confidence, not the other way round. Lessons are built around making students comfortable asking questions and making mistakes.
Paced to the student
No fixed curriculum pace — tutors adapt each session to where the student actually is, not where the syllabus assumes they should be.
Subjects we cover
From core GCSE subjects to exam technique, our tutors build lessons around what each student actually needs next.
Key Stage 3 & GCSE Maths
From number foundations to Higher Tier problem-solving, with worked examples students can follow at their own pace.
English Language & Literature
Building essay structure, analysis skills, and exam technique for both Language and Literature papers.
Biology, Chemistry & Physics
Clear explanations of core concepts, paired with past-paper practice to build real exam confidence.
How it works
A simple path from first message to visible progress.
Tell us the goal
Share the subject, year group, and what's currently getting in the way.
We match a tutor
You're paired with a tutor whose style and subject strength fit your child.
Lessons begin
Patient, one-to-one sessions focused on the topics that matter most right now.
Progress is marked
Regular check-ins show what's improved and what's next.
Meet the Tutors
Every Mentor Minds tutor is a current Sixth Form student — close enough to remember what's hard, and driven to make it click for someone else.
Charles Din
Tutor · Ages 11–16Hi, I’m Charles Din, a friendly and approachable Sixth Form student with a passion for helping younger students build confidence in their learning. I tutor students aged 11–16 and aim to make lessons engaging, patient, and easy to understand. My goal is to create a positive learning environment where every student feels comfortable asking questions and making progress at their own pace.
Rajdeep Kandola
Tutor · Ages 11–16Hi, I’m Raj, a Year 13 student with a passion for helping others learn. I understand the challenges students face because I’ve been through them myself, so I aim to explain topics in a clear, patient, and supportive way. My goal is to help students build confidence, improve their understanding, and achieve their academic goals.
Adam Bewketu
Tutor · Ages 11–16Hi, I’m Adam, a Year 13 student with a strong dedication to helping students unlock their full potential and achieve top grades in their exams. Having achieved a Grade 8 in GCSE Maths I know exactly what it takes to master the curriculum and excel in exams. I adapt my teaching style to match each student's unique learning pace, turning academic frustration into clear, breakthrough moments. I specialise in helping Key Stage 3 and GCSE students build confidence, overcome challenges, and achieve their academic targets.
Ambar Dhaliwali
Tutor · Ages 11–16Hi my name is Ambar, and I’m a sixth form student with a passion for helping children learn and grow in confidence. I’m patient and friendly and I enjoy making learning fun and easy to understand. I believe every child learns differently, so I always aim to create a supportive environment where they feel comfortable asking questions and reaching their full potential.
Oliver Cossio-Yates
Tutor · Ages 11–16Hello, I'm Oliver Cossio-Yates, a dedicated and enthusiastic tutor with over two years of tutoring experience, as well as experience mentoring younger students. I achieved GCSE grades ranging from 6–9, giving me a strong academic foundation and a clear understanding of what it takes to succeed. I am currently studying A Level Politics, Business, and Spanish, allowing me to bring up-to-date knowledge and effective study techniques to my lessons. I enjoy helping students build confidence, improve their understanding, and reach their full potential. My aim is to create a supportive and engaging learning environment where every student feels comfortable asking questions and developing their skills at their own pace.
Rishi Kumar
Tutor · Ages 11–16Hi, I'm Rishi. I'm currently in Year 13 studying Business, Psychology, and Geography, and I tutor with Mentor Minds. My goal in every session is to break down difficult concepts into clear, real-world examples that actually make sense to the student. I keep lessons supportive and low-pressure so students feel comfortable asking questions, trying new approaches, and gaining genuine confidence in their subjects.
Arjun Jammu
Tutor · Ages 11–16Hi I am Arjun Jammu, I am currently studying mathematics, economics and politics and I am a Senior Prefect and I am a member of the Student Executive Team. I am a committed and driven individual when it comes to my studies. I am currently mentoring students from Year 10 coming into Year 11 and supporting them to achieve their best and I have past experiences of tutoring students of all ages. I understand the impact of exam stress and I will tutor students with patience and aim to help them to progress and achieve their academic goals.
Sahana Sharma
Tutor · Ages 11–16Hi, I’m Sahana Sharma, a friendly and encouraging Sixth Form student who enjoys supporting students aged 11–16 in reaching their full potential. I strive to make every lesson encouraging, interactive, and tailored to each student’s needs. My aim is to help students strengthen their understanding, grow in confidence, and enjoy learning in a positive, relaxed environment where they feel comfortable asking questions and achieving their goals.
What families are saying
Real progress, told by the students and parents who've seen it.
"My son went from dreading Maths homework to actually asking for extra practice sheets. The patience made all the difference."
"I finally understand how to structure an essay properly instead of just guessing. My grades have genuinely gone up."
"It helps that the tutor isn't much older than me — they explain it the way I'd explain it to a friend."
Marketing
The team connecting students and families with Mentor Minds.
Grace Biggs
Marketing TeamProud to be part of the Mentor Minds team on the marketing side. Grace is passionate about promoting the importance of education and helping students discover the support they need to reach their full potential, using creative marketing and social media to connect students with the opportunities Mentor Minds offers.
Hariet Raycheva
Marketing TeamHi, I'm Hariet, and I'm excited to be joining Mentor Minds and working as part of the marketing team. I'm passionate about education and the difference the right support can make for students. I'm looking forward to helping students find the right support they need to reach their full academic potential.
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