TEAM INICIO

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TEAM INICIO

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From our Founder

“My early experiences as a tutor helped us to realise that traditional tutoring wasn’t ideal for inspiring confident learning.

So we created INICIO to make learning fun, positive and interesting. Instead of tutoring at a kitchen table, we bring students together in our own homely learning environments.

Our approach is unique because your child feels relaxed alongside other students but is guaranteed one-to-one attention from their personal tutor.

Our tutors are talented, vibrant and engaging. We believe we get amazing results because our tutors connect with students on a personal level and give them the opportunity to learn independently.”

Sarah Ludden-Roughley, Founder

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Our Team

INICIO Guru

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Charlotte WoodCharlotte will guide you and hold your hand right from your first contact with us; your INICIO journey is an important part of your family life and, for many of you, we will play a part over many years and for sibling after sibling, su… — **Charlotte Bee**
Charlotte will guide you and hold your hand right from your first contact with us; your INICIO journey is an important part of your family life and, for many of you, we will play a part over many years and for sibling after sibling, subject after subject. Throughout all of this, knowing that Charlotte understands your child, their goals, their availability, their level, their weaknesses, their rate of progress and everything in between means that you can feel secure and safe in her hands and know that she will schedule, communicate and liaise with tutors to make this aspect of your crazy life as smooth sailing and enjoyable as possible! She also teaches maths, English and French for us :)
**Interesting fact:** I was a keen hockey player at University, playing for one of the University teams. I also went to school in New Zealand for a term when I was in year 9.
**Summed up in three words:** Kind, friendly, approachable.
**Interests/hobbies:** I love visiting my family and friends in the Lake District and, when it’s not raining (which is rare!), going for walks up there. I also love food - particularly cake - and travelling to new places.
**Why do you love INICIO?** INICIO is a wonderful place to work and learn! The environment is perfect for students to come and study; it is unique, calming and welcoming, which helps make the students feel comfortable. Everything that INICIO stands for is something I believe in and we always strive to help students improve and build on their confidence - whether it's a small change or something big like jumping up a few grades. It's so lovely to hear when a student gets rewarded or recognised at school for the work they have been putting in outside of school; seeing how pleased the students are makes us feel very proud :)

Senior Mentor and Studio Manager

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Erin SmithMentor in psychology, maths and EnglishInteresting fact: Whilst at university, I spent two weeks in Kenya travelling and teaching at two different disadvantaged schools.Summed up in three words: Warm, open-minded, ambitious.Interests/hobbi… — **Erin Smith**
**Tutor in psychology, maths and English**
**Interesting fact:** Whilst at university, I spent two weeks in Kenya travelling and teaching at two different disadvantaged schools.
**Summed up in three words:** Warm, open-minded, ambitious.
**Interests/hobbies:** I love baking, travelling, going for walks with my dog and any kind of music trivia!
**The topics that students find difficult in your subjects:** In maths, I would say geometry and measures. In English, structuring essays and the use of prepositions. In psychology: research methods and biopsychology topics, such as studying brain patterns and biological rhythms.
**Why do you love teaching these subjects?** I have always loved being able to help people and I strive to make sure that everyone I encounter leaves with a bright smile on their face. I hope to be a shoulder to lean on for all of the students that I have the pleasure of working with.

Specialist Tutors

Our Team

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Jo
**Science tutor - biology specialist**
**Interesting fact:** I play the flute and I used to be a lifeguard.
**Summed up in three words:** Enthusiastic, funny, loyal.
**Interests/hobbies:** Music, swimming, baking.
**The three topics that students find difficult in your subjects:** Using the correct keywords, application to new scenarios and thinking synoptically.
**Why do you love teaching these subjects?** I love teaching science because it explains everything around us and is full of fascinating facts that can hook a student’s interest.

BorisRussian, German and history tutorInteresting fact: I have a Ph.D. in Byzantine Studies (which means knowledge of Russian is a must because of the immense contribution of Russians to the field).Summed up in three words: Curious, lucky, loquaciou… — **Boris**
**Russian, German, Latin and history tutor**
**Interesting fact:** I have a Ph.D. in Byzantine Studies (which means knowledge of Russian is a must because of the immense contribution of Russians to the field).
**Summed up in three words:** Curious, lucky, loquacious.
**Interests/hobbies:** I am interested in Byzantine Studies; the history of mediaeval Italy; 18th- and 19th-century literature and music (baroque, classical and jazz). I also love to cook and walk.
**The three topics that students find difficult in your subjects:** The alphabet – at least initially, the cases and vocabulary.
**Why do you love teaching these subjects?** I love doing this because it allows me to spread knowledge and keep my mind alive.

**Angelina**
**Italian tutor**
**Interesting fact:** I have three children and three dogs.
**Summed up in three words:** Helpful, organised, available (my students are my priority).
**Interests/hobbies:** Reading and cooking.
**The three topics that students find difficult in your subject:** Conjugating verbs, spellings and accents.
**Why do you love teaching this subject?** I love Italy and my culture and sharing it with others brings me great joy!

**Naomi**
**English and maths tutor**
**Interesting Fact:** I taught English in South Korea and Japan for a year and my master's degree was in Gothic Studies, which is very niche!
**Summed up in three words:** Friendly, approachable, warm.
**Interests/hobbies:** Hiking, yoga and history podcasts.
**The three topics that students find difficult in your subject:** Definitely structure - what it is and how to explain it; the different language and wording used in texts from the 19th century and earlier; themes and context in fiction from the past. These are all the areas that I love the most!
**Why do you love teaching this subject?** I have always been passionate about literature and history and I really enjoy sharing that genuine love with students. INICIO is such a peaceful and cosy place to be and lends itself perfectly to disappearing into some great writing!

**Sejal**
**German and Spanish tutor**
**Interesting fact:** I was born in California and lived there for five years.
**Summed up in three words:** Kind, determined, helpful.
**Interests/hobbies:** I have been playing the flute since I was eight years old and I enjoy cooking and baking.
**The three topics that students find difficult in your subject:** Cases, gender and sentence structure.
**Why do you love teaching these subjects?** I find it very rewarding to be able to share my knowledge with students. I also think that learning a foreign language is an extremely useful skill and a great way to get to know different people and cultures.

**Masako**
**Japanese tutor**
**Interesting fact:** I used to go travelling a lot; I have visited over 30 countries and New Zealand was my favourite.
**Summed up in three words:** Patient, friendly, positive.
**Interests/hobbies:** I like going for long walks in the countryside with my dog and doing karaoke!
**The three topics that students find difficult in your subject:** The complex writing system (Kanj), the levels of politeness in grammar and verb conjugations.
**Why do you love teaching this subject?** I enjoy helping people who are interested in the Japanese language and culture and it is rewarding to see them progress.

**Shahima**
**Science tutor - chemistry specialist**
**Interesting fact:** I started my tutoring journey when I was seventeen.
**Summed up in three words:** Friendly, approachable, patient.
**Interests/hobbies:** I enjoy travelling; I have been to Dubai and explored the north and south of India with my husband. I also like to listen to Jay Shetty's podcast.
**The three topics that students find difficult in your subject:** The periodic table (properties of groups), chemical reactions, electrical circuits (series and parallel) and reproductive systems.
**Why do you love teaching this subject?** I enjoy teaching science because sharing my knowledge with children is incredibly fulfilling and you can see how it helps them to reach their academic goals - this offers me immense satisfaction. I believe that INICIO is an excellent place for children who are struggling in certain areas and it provides an ideal environment for them to learn.

LaviniaESOL/EFL/IELTS tutorInteresting fact: I taught English in Madrid, Spain during Franco's rule.Summed up in three words: Empathy, patience, conscientious.Interests/hobbies: Piano, sewing, gardening, walking and ecology.The three topics that stu… — **Lavinia**
**ESOL/EFL/IELTS tutor**
**Interesting fact:** I taught English in Madrid, Spain during Franco's rule.
**Summed up in three words:** Empathy, patience, conscientious.
**Interests/hobbies:** Piano, sewing, gardening, walking and ecology.
**The three topics that students find difficult in your subject:** Verb tenses- particularly present perfect tense, irregular verb endings, pronunciation of 'th' 'v'.
**Why do you love teaching this subject?** Having lived in Spain and having learnt other languages, I fully appreciate the difficulties of living abroad. I enjoy helping other people live more fulfilling lives through language acquisition and have witnessed the success that my past students have enjoyed, as a result of their improved language skills.

**Agnieszka**
**ESOL tutor**
**Interesting fact:** I experienced the thrill of bungee jumping from the Aradaina Bridge, which stands at 138 metres high.
**Summed up in three words:** Empathetic, curious, adventurous.
**Interests/hobbies:** I love discovering new places, learning new languages and reading mystery books. Riding a motorbike also brings me great joy.
**The three topics that students find difficult in your subject:** In my experience, English language learners often struggle with pronunciation, spelling and determiners.
**Why do you love teaching this subject?** I am passionate about teaching languages because I enjoy sharing my knowledge and enthusiasm with others

**Valentina**
**Italian tutor**
**Interesting fact:** I like reading words backwards and I am a great cook of Italian recipes.
**Summed up in three words:** Curious, open-minded, kind.
**Interests/ hobbies:** I love reading non-fiction, I am interested in book publishing and language studies, I'm an active supporter of participative democracy initiatives and I love the theatre.
**The three topics that students find difficult in your subject:** Gender and their usage, verb tenses, relative pronouns.
**Why do you love teaching this subject?** I love teaching Italian because I like to see people appreciating the richness in sounds and expressions of the language

**Oliver**
**English and philosophy tutor**
**Interesting fact:** I can speak Russian.
**Summed up in three words:** Patient, caring, kind.
**Interests/hobbies:** I love running, hiking, reading and writing and, of course, teaching.
**The three topics that students find difficult in your subject:** Inferring perceptive meanings, memorising quotes and tackling Shakespeare's language.
**Why do you love teaching this subject?** I get to tutor brilliant students in a calming yet productive environment. The cookies are great too!

PetrosGreek and RS/philosophy tutorInteresting fact: I have released three personal music albums in Greece.Summed up in three words: Creative, passionate, hardworking.Interests/hobbies: Music composition, literature and movies.The three topics that … — **Petros**
**Greek and RS/philosophy tutor**
**Interesting fact:** I have released three personal music albums in Greece.
**Summed up in three words:** Creative, passionate, hardworking.
**Interests/hobbies:** Music composition, literature and movies.
**The three topics that students find difficult in your subject:** The pronunciation of modern Greek, the ‘mathematical’ accuracy that lies behind its structure and the introduction to philosophical thinking.
**Why do you love teaching this subject?** I feel that INICIO emphasises a more personal way of teaching by promoting the individual style of both the teacher and the learner. I love offering the knowledge that I've gained to young people; it gives me a great sense of satisfaction. I find it fascinating to teach Greek, specifically because it is a language that defines the evolution of modern European spiritual life

WilliamComputer Science and physics tutorInteresting fact: I am half Italian and my grandmother was one of 12 brothers and sisters!Summed up in three words: Unique, individual, helpful.Interests/hobbies: Computers (particularly Apple), photography, … — **William**
**Computer Science and physics tutor**
**Interesting fact:** I am half Italian and my grandmother was one of 12 brothers and sisters!
**Summed up in three words:** Unique, individual, helpful.
**Interests/hobbies:** Computers (particularly Apple), photography, reading about aircraft, watching wrestling and Formula 1.
**The three topics that students find difficult in your subjects:** The fetch/execute cycle and system architecture, Boolean algebra and correct programming syntax.
**Why do you love teaching these subjects?** I have always found computers fascinating, ever since playing games on a BBC Micro Computer at the age of 4. I find it satisfying being able to guide students to understand something they found difficult.