Testimonials
I work with pupils with a wide range of abilities and with very different aspirations. Some struggle with maths and are simply aiming to get through their maths exams so that they are able to pursue their dream in other subjects while others are already on course for a good grade but want better, possibly to get a place at a top university. In such circumstances, it makes no sense to publish a table of results that my pupils achieved because that would not reflect the value which I added. Unfortunately there are no reliable "before-and-after" comparisons that I can publish.
Over the years I have worked with over 250 pupils. These include several siblings of pupils from earlier years which is a measure of how the older siblings and their parents view my contribution. I will now let my more recent former pupils (or their parents) speak on my behalf. The first one really says it all.
My son came to Anand needing to re-sit GCSE Maths and having a specific learning difficulty (dyslexia). Anand was able in the space of 8 months to turn a broken, disillusioned 17-year-old into a very capable GCSE candidate and achieved a 4 in this summer's exams. Thank you, Anand. [Father of AG, GCSE, 2023].
Thank you so much for all these years of help. I would not be in the position to study medicine without you. You have also got me to love maths to the point I am sad to no longer be studying the subject. [TK, A-level, 2023].
In my opinion, Anand is an extremely knowledgeable and kind tutor. His style of teaching both encourages independent learning and also allows students to realise different approaches to tackling mathematical problems. He is very versatile and provides a clear solution if you are unsure about a specific topic/question. [AD, A-level, 2023].
I have been working with Anand for 6 years and thanks to his support I have been able to achieve 2 grade 9s in maths and further maths GCSE, and A*A in maths and further maths A level respectively. Most importantly, however, he helped to transform me from a student who had very little confidence in maths to a student who really loves the subject and is pursuing a very heavy mathematical based degree this September! Anand carefully explained the process behind mathematical problems, allowing me to understand this and implement it in my own work. His high level of knowledge and kind approach to teaching means that I cannot recommend him enough! [ES, A-level, 2022].
Anand has helped me through my tough times of A-levels ever since I have received my first mock results for Maths, with the grade being an E. With such low grades I wouldn't be able to do the course at the university of my choice, so I needed that extra push and help from someone to pump up my grades and Anand has done that successfully! With the next mocks I have already started showing higher results, all thanks to Anand's ability to help out on any topic that I felt weak at even if we had to go over and over it multiple times, with no matter what area of mathematics is it. By the time I am writing this I have already been accepted into my first-choice university with a B grade in Maths which I am extremely happy about, which shows the real difference of having a tutor help you catch up with the subject, which has allowed me to go from getting an E grade to a B grade in my final exam. [MN, A level, 2022].
Anand taught my son for his A-Level in Maths from March 2022 till his exams in May/June 2022. I found Anand on the web as my son was completely in a very bad shape following his mocks. Additionally his confidence was low and we were extremely worried (probably an understatement). We tried couple tutors at the beginning of his Lower 6th but they weren't good which made my son very skeptic of tutors. But right from the 1st lesson, my son raved about Anand, on his calmness, the way he explained complex topics in a simple way and made him graps aspects which he was really struggling to understand. He got B in Maths which was a stunning turnaround in space of 2 months and in hindsight we should have gone to Anand much earlier ; his grade could have been higher. I highly recommend Anand and will be sending my younger son to him as well who will be sitting A-Levels next year. [Father of CD, A level, 2022].
Anand has tutored my son for several years following a friend’s recommendation. He has increased my son’s confidence by reiterating what was learnt in class in his tailor-made sessions. My son has huge respect for Anand and understood his teachings due to Anand’s patience and guidance. He has achieved a high GCSE mark where he may have struggled previously. [Parent of PG, GCSE 2021].
Anand has taught my daughter through senior school from year 7, and during these unprecedented times. It was a delight to have known him. A huge thank you to Anand for the outstanding work he has done. He had been a great inspiration and exceptionally encouraging. Anand is a very passionate teacher and has assessed my daughter’s level accurately, putting in place a plan of action to help her improve in all areas, he was kind and supportive and an inspirational role model. I have witnessed a great improvement in her maths. [Parent of ECB, GCSE, 2020].
Mr Mehta has been helping me since my GCSEs and helped me go from a predicted grade 7 to a 9. More recently he has helped me with my A-Level Maths and Further Maths, in which I was originally predicted a C and D respectively. In the end, I was given an A and a B, though I am confident that had I sat the exams these could have been higher thanks to his help. [SG, A2 Level, 2020].
Anand is a great maths tutor. He built up my confidence in the subject and I felt he really stretched me to achieve my best in the subject. I really enjoyed his style of teaching and talking around the subject so I didn’t even feel I was learning! It was a weird year with COVID-19 so my tutoring was cut short but I achieved a 7 in my overall grade which I was thrilled with. However I felt like with a few more months with Anand I would have got an 8 (or even 9) as my work was steadily improving. [TW, GCSE, 2020].
Upon failing my teacher training entry maths test the first two times, I sought the aid of Anand in the hope he could help me pass on my third attempt. This would avoid being locked out of teacher training for two years. Anand made me feel so relaxed, constantly giving me things to work on and helpful resources to use outside of tutoring. I would recommend him to anyone wanting to improve their maths! [AH, QTS Maths, 2018].
Throughout my years of needing a maths teacher, I had constantly changed as none were very well suited for me. However with Anand, that was a different story! I remained with him throughout my GCSEs year and managed to get an A (predicted a B), he’s very devoted and will answer any questions, if not on the spot, he will work till he finds an answer and explain it to you out of lessons! Amazing, thank you. [EP, GCSE, 2017].
Once again, many, many thanks! Interestingly, two students who were well ahead of me from September through to January who hadn’t received individual tuition both achieved a Grade 6. There is no doubt, that coupled with hard work, your lessons brought me up several grades. I’m enormously grateful. [NC, GCSE, 2017].
Thank you so much for all your help over the last 2 years. It has helped me, not just with my maths ability but also my confidence and approaches when tackling problems. You're a brilliant teacher/tutor! Really appreciate it ... [CA, A2 level, 2017].
I got into my first choice for uni so thank you very much for all the help and guidance, I still can't believe I got an A in mechanics! so thank you. [FK, A2 level, 2016].
I wanted to let you know that I got my C in my Maths and I'm so over the moon. Thank you so much for everything you've done for me. I'm off to ... College of Art and I wouldn't [have] got there without you! [EW, GCSE, 2016].
She got a B!!! Thank you do much for everything you did to help her get this. Beyond all expectations. [Parent of MB, GCSE, 2016].
Anand is a very calm presence as a teacher who showed a genuine desire right from the beginning to understand my son’s particular needs in relation to maths.
I would recommend his approach to anyone who is looking for an experienced tutor with the ability to put himself in his student’s shoes. [Parent of EC, GCSE due Summer 2016].
... you helped BC with his GCSE maths. A belated thank you. BC got a A* for Maths and an A for Further Maths. Results speak for themselves particularly as it was touch and go whether or not BC would take his Further Maths. [Parent of BC, GCSE, 2015].
You will be pleased to hear I NEVER have to do maths again as I got a C!! in my GCSEs. I was really pleased with my results! Thank you so much for being my tutor: if it wasn't for you I would not have got that C!!! I'm now studying [subject at college] and I'm really enjoying it! I hope everything is good for you!
Once again, thank you so much -it's such a real relief to know that maths will no longer be on my mind!!! Such a brilliant tutor!! [TW, GCSE, 2015].
I have been with Anand for the last two years and during that time he has helped me to become a confident Maths student who is able to tackle difficult problems. Anand has endless patience and a great understanding on all the topics that I needed to cover. I am extremely happy to have come out with an A* at A level, which I needed for University. [AG, A2 level Maths with Further Maths, 2015].
So, a very big thank you to you Anand. I know that your help made all the difference to CB passing the [...Schools' Entrance] Exams, and really tightened up his exam technique. I am so delighted we found you! I would definitely like you to have weekly tutor sessions again with CB around the time of the Common Entrance Exams, just to keep him focused and on track. CB enjoyed your sessions and is very willing to come back as and when he needs to. [Parent of CB, 12+Entrance Exam Candidate, Winter 2014].
I ended up with an A in Maths getting 481 UMS in total with 71 in S2. Thanks for the help you gave me. [DM, A2 level, Summer 2013].
I got 78/100 in C4 which is a high B, 2 marks off an A! and 75 in C2. Really happy with those results and got accepted at Manchester. Thanks for everything, I could not have done it without your help. [MM, A2 level, June 2013].
I got an A in Stats!!!!! 93% thank you so much! Also got an A in C1 86% and a B in C3 76%!!!!! [BA, AS, Winter 2013]. I'm very happy with my results. I got ABB overall with the A in maths. Completely unexpected! Thank you for all your help! [BA, A2 level Summer 2103].
I wanted you to be the first to know about my results. ... In Maths I got a B, with
100/100 ums marks in c1 (a)
69/100 ums marks in c2 (c) -> 1 mark off a B
66/100 ums marks in s1 (c) -> 4 marks off a B
This adds up to 235/300 ums marks which is equal to a B, so I am 5 marks off an A. I am so thankful for all your support, advice and help and will definitely start this year with your tuition in Maths !! [MA, AS level, Summer 2013].
TS got an average of D in all his 4 subjects It is worth noting though that his only B mark was the Pure Maths. You have been a very good teacher to him. He would probably get even better if he had more lessons with you. Thank you very much for your help. [Mother of TS, AS level, May 2013].
CJ received B grade (314) for GCSE Maths. He really aimed for A, but missed by few points. But we think he did really well. Thanks you for all your help and encouragement. [Mother of CJ, GCSE, Summer 2013].
Got a C! So happy!". [EM, GCSE, Spring 2013]. I would like to thank you so much for your help with [her]. ... You have been the perfect find in helping [her] to believe in herself. [EM's mother].