Over the past fifteen years, I’ve worked with thousands of students across international schools, IB programmes, A-Levels, AP, and SAT pathways. As a former Mathematics department chair and GCSE/IB/A-level examiner, I’ve seen firsthand how capable students can struggle—not because they lack ability, but because they lack individualized guidance. That realization is what led me to build International Academics: a tutoring model designed to give students the focused attention,

It's a question that drills deep to the core of who I am and what I do. I’ve always been good at Maths. A certain amount of talent, combined with a lot of hard work, has led me to earn a degree in Mathematics from Durham University and a Masters in Mathematics Education from Cambridge University. My career has focused on sharing my love of the subject with students around the world. When I’m asked about my love for Maths, I usually answer: “Mathematics is a language in itself

I'm not good at Math: Fostering a Growth Mindset in Students ================================================================ This statement is a common refrain in mathematics classrooms. It reflects a fixed mindset, where abilities are seen as innate traits rather than skills that can be developed. The alternative is a growth mindset, which believes that abilities and talents can be cultivated through hard work and perseverance. Understanding the Growth Mindset I believe tha

Reflecting on my journey as an educator and teacher for the last 15 years, I cannot help but ask myself: What drove me to be an educator?  Why am I still a teacher? My Teaching Journey I started tutoring a family friend at the age of 15 in Mathematics and Chemistry. Finding real enjoyment and value in helping others, I set up a tutoring club at high school, where we helped support younger students. After graduating, I decided I needed to broaden my horizons and teach in a di

For many, sometime around grade 8 marks a turning point in many students Maths Education. We introduce the letter x, and all of a sudden numbers turn into letters, rules we need to learn multiply, and many students stumble! However, I believe that algebra is no more complicated than the rules of arithmetic we already know, its just more abstract! Mastering algebra requires a mindshift - students need to learn to think in terms of algebra, not numbers! In arithmetic, every que

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Are you struggling with your IB Math Internal Assessment (IA)? You’re not alone. As an IB teacher for over 10 years (and IA examiner), I can say, with some certainty, that the IA is the most challenging, and least understood, part of the course! Whilst challenging, the IA is also an opportunity to showcase your analytical skills and creativity. At Mr Q Maths and International Academics, I’m here to help you master your IA and achieve the highest scores possible. Looking for h

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