Subjects
One-to-one tuition at GCSE, A Level and IB, with particular depth in mathematics.
Mr Armitage's Tuition covers a wide range of academic subjects, each taught by a specialist tutor. Mathematics remains at the heart of what we do, reflecting Mr Armitage's own background, but families come to us for support across the curriculum, and many work with more than one of our tutors.
Mathematics
Key Stage 3
Years 7 to 9 are some of the most important in a pupil's mathematical education. Free from the pressure of GCSE specifications, this is the time to build deep foundations, develop creativity and problem-solving, and fall in love with the subject. Many schools don't have the time for this, or feel pressure to start GCSE content early. Our tutors specialise in developing true mathematicians: pupils who understand why the mathematics works, not just pupils who can answer the same repetitive exam questions.
GCSE
A strong grade in GCSE Mathematics opens the door to STEM degrees and is valued by employers in every field. One-to-one tuition gives pupils the time to unpack the topics that busy classrooms can't always accommodate, and to consolidate their learning through spaced repetition and retrieval practice. Rather than applying formulas by rote, pupils develop a structural understanding that lets them engage confidently in class and tackle the most demanding Grade 9 problem-solving questions.
A Level and Further Mathematics
Mathematics is by far the most popular A Level, and the essential qualification for degrees in engineering, economics, computer science and physics. Securing an A or A* is especially competitive, as Single Mathematics pupils sit the same papers as Further Mathematicians who study the subject for twice as many hours. Our A Level specialists close gaps in understanding, stretch pupils according to their strengths, and teach the study habits that help them make the most of their independent work between lessons. We also support pupils studying Further Mathematics.
IB Mathematics
We support pupils studying both IB Mathematics courses, Analysis and Approaches and Applications and Interpretation, at Standard and Higher Level.
Primary school mathematics
Our 11+ programme follows a strong Key Stage 2 framework, so it also suits pupils in Years 4 to 6 who aren't sitting entrance exams but would benefit from a stretching, well-structured course.
Other subjects
All subjects below are available at GCSE and A Level, with selected subjects also available at IB.
Sciences: Physics, Chemistry and Biology, taught by tutors who combine subject expertise with a clear understanding of how each exam board assesses practical and applied skills.
English: English Language and English Literature, from close reading and analytical writing to the structure of a top-band essay.
Humanities and social sciences: History, Geography, Politics, Economics, Psychology and Religious Studies, with a focus on extended writing, source analysis and building a well-argued case.
Modern languages: French, Spanish, Italian and German, developing confidence across speaking, listening, reading and writing.
Classics: Latin and Greek, including preparation for the 13+ Common Entrance papers.