Isabel

Education

University of Cambridge, B.A., Human, Social, and Political Sciences

  • First Class Honours with Distinction

    • Ranked 2nd overall in cohort.

  • Seton Cavendish Scholar

    • Awarded in recognition of performance in Part I, where Isabel achieved a starred first-class classification, ranking 3/164.

  • Platt Prize Winner

    • Awarded to students who rank in the top 2.5% of their cohort in their end-of-year examinations.

  • Pilley Prize Winner

    • Awarded for excellence in University examinations and leadership within college sports.

Wycombe Abbey

  • A Levels: Maths (A*), English Literature (A*), History (A*), Religious Studies (A*), Extended Project Qualification (A*)

  • Head of Year

Teaching Experience

Ever personable and attentive, Isabel is a highly attentive tutor with over five years of experience in both one-on-one tuition and classroom teaching. Building on her experience as a Teaching Assistant at St. Andrew’s Prep, an independent preparatory boarding school, Isabel is well-versed in accommodating diverse needs and interests and delivering bespoke curricula that help students realise their potential.

Isabel’s teaching philosophy centres on empowering young people to develop their academic curiosity and problem-solving skills, ensuring not only stellar exam results but also a lifelong love of learning. By identifying students’ preferred learning style—be it auditory, verbal, visual, or kinaesthetic—and tailoring her teaching methods accordingly, Isabel creates a supportive yet challenging environment, equipping students with the tools they need to excel academically and personally.

Specialisms

Independent Schools Admissions

  • 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+

  • Isabel is particularly well-equipped to support those applying to independent boarding schools in the UK.

Subjects

  • English Literature ((I)GCSE and A-Level).

  • English Language ((I)GCSE)

  • Verbal Reasoning (7+, 8+, 11+, Watson Glaser)

  • Mathematics (7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, Common Entrance, (I)GCSE)

  • Religious Studies ((I)GCSE and A-Level)

  • History (Common Entrance and (I)GCSE)

  • Latin (Common Entrance)

  • Legal Mentorship (Attaining a Magic Circle Training Contract)

University Admissions

  • Oxford Politics, Philosophy, and Economics (PPE) Personal Statement and Interview Preparation

  • Cambridge Human, Social, and Political Sciences (HSPS) Personal Statement and Interview Preparation

  • UCAS Personal Statement Support: PPE, HSPS, Politics, Sociology, and Anthropology

Extra-curricular Interests

Outside of her academic pursuits, Isabel is often found on the netball court, having played Division 2 regional netball and served as her college’s netball captain. She also presided over the Cambridge branch of 180 Degrees Consulting, the world’s largest student-run consultancy.

As a former politics student and future lawyer (incoming Freshfields trainee), Isabel has been significantly involved in debating and MUN. Over the years, she has accumulated a significant collection of awards at international conferences, bringing together her love of travel and public speaking.

In the arts, Isabel achieved a Leiths Cookery Diploma with distinction in 2021, reached Grade 8 proficiency on the clarinet (ABRSM), and participated in an international music tour in 2019. Her passion for creativity extends to literature and visual storytelling. She enjoys reading and creative writing and has even published a photojournalism book – a true labour of love!

Availability

Isabel is available primarily for online tuition.

She is available for occasional in-person tuition in London or for extended residential tuition throughout the United Kingdom and around the world.

Testimonials

'It has been a genuine pleasure working with Isabel on the 11+. We are delighted to share that our daughters have been accepted into their chosen schools, and we are truly overjoyed. This achievement is due in no small part to Isabel’s dedicated support and expert guidance...Isabel has been an outstanding tutor, consistently professional, patient, and highly knowledgeable. Her lessons were always meticulously prepared and delivered with clarity, confidence, and warmth. Her attention to detail was exemplary, and she went above and beyond, even providing thoughtful hospitality for the girls during their sessions. In a short time, she made a lasting and meaningful impact on their learning and confidence’ - Mother of Year 6 Students