Ria is a highly accomplished teacher, examiner and high ability student specialist, with an outstanding track record of results at GCSE, IB & A-Level. Before being appointed as Head of English in the private sector, Ria taught across multiple selective schools in Kent in a variety of leadership positions, creating engaging curriculums that challenged and inspired her students. 

During this time, Ria founded her first tuition business, which successfully expanded into offering maths, science, English and entrance exam tuition to students in both primary and secondary school. Since being appointed as Head of English in the independent sector, Ria has focused on nurtering her private client base in Canterbury, Kent, where she is now based. 

As an experienced online tutor, Ria is committed to providing the highest level of education for her students across the country and beyond. Over the years, Ria has guided learners of all abilities from small village primaries, to the top private schools. In this time she has become an esteemed practitioner with a reputation for nurturing higher ability students to reach their potential and gain places to study English at Oxbridge and other Russell Group universities. 

With an impressive subject knowledge, lessons at Cathedral Tuition are stimulating and consistently challenge the most gifted of learners. Prior to teaching, Ria was the Dickens Scholarship holder for the duration of her MA as a precursor to working in the university sector. She therefore specialises in teaching 19th century literature and particularly enjoys delivering lessons on the Victorian novelists. 

Having joined the team in 2024, Jon has proven an extremely likeable, passionate and experienced teacher specialising in English Language, English Literature, and Drama for students at KS3, GCSE, and A-Level. With a First-Class BA in Drama and English & American Literature, Jon brings academic expertise to ensure lessons are not only informative but also enjoyable and inspiring.

Whether you are looking to improve your essay writing, enhance your exam technique, or deepen your understanding of literary texts, Jon will guide you every step of the way. His lessons are structured to build confidence, develop critical thinking skills, and ensure students have the tools needed to tackle exam questions effectively.

In addition to his core subjects, Jon offers a range of additional services to support students in achieving their academic goals, including 11+ exam preparation, UCAS application support, and guidance for the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). Jon can help with everything from personal statements to managing research projects, ensuring our students are fully prepared for the next stage of their education.

If you are looking for a tutor who is dedicated to helping young people succeed, Jon would love to work with you.