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Jakob
- Rate R897
- Response 1h

R897/h
1st lesson free
- Maths
- Trigonometry
- Arithmetic
- Geometry
- Maths Logic
GCSE Maths Tuition from a Practising Structural Engineer - Real-World Maths to Smash Exams and Excel Beyond
- Maths
- Trigonometry
- Arithmetic
- Geometry
- Maths Logic
Lesson location
Recommended
Jakob is a respected tutor in our community. He is highly recommended for his commitment and the quality of his lessons. A trusted partner on your learning journey.
About Jakob
As a full-time engineer, I use maths daily to design buildings, calculate forces, and solve real-world problems. I teach students how to truly understand and apply mathematical knowledge so they can smash their exams and confidently use real-world maths beyond them.
About the lesson
- Primary
- Secondary
- Matric/GCSE
- +9
levels :
Primary
Secondary
Matric/GCSE
AS Level
A Level
BTech
Adult education
Undergraduate
Masters
Diploma
Doctorate
MBA
- English
Languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Maths Tutoring - Exam Season is Coming!
With GCSE exam season now underway, now is a key time for students to build confidence, strengthen understanding, and maximise their grades. It’s also a great opportunity for younger students to get ahead early and build strong foundations before exam years begin.
I offer one-to-one Maths tutoring for students from KS2 right through to GCSE level, and I have availability for new students starting immediately.
Whether your child is looking to secure a pass, close a gap in their knowledge, or push for the top grades, I tailor every session to their individual needs. No two students are the same, and their tutoring shouldn't be either.
Here's what I offer:
- Fully tailored lessons planned around your child's specific strengths, weaknesses and goals
- Custom homework designed to reinforce exactly what we've covered in each session
- In-person or online sessions, whatever works best for your family
- KS2, KS3 and GCSE tutoring: I support students at every stage of their Maths journey
We're at a critical point in the school year right now, and even a handful of focused sessions can make a real difference to a student's confidence and results.
If you'd like to find out more or book a session, feel free to send me a message and we can have a chat about how I can help.
Recommendations
Recommendations are written by the tutor's friends, family, and acquaintances.
I’ve had the pleasure of being taught by Jakob while preparing for my Maths GCSE, and I honestly can’t recommend him highly enough. When I first started, I was working at around a grade 4, and with his help, I was able to improve all the way to a grade 8.
What makes Jakob a Super Tutor is the way he explains things so clearly and patiently. He has a great ability to break down difficult topics into simple steps, making them much easier to understand. He always adapts his teaching style depending on what I found challenging, and he never made me feel rushed or pressured when I needed extra time.
One thing I really appreciated was how focused our sessions were on building confidence as well as knowledge. I remember struggling a lot with algebra at one point, but Jakob worked through multiple examples with me, each time encouraging me to try more independently. Over time, something that once felt impossible became one of my stronger areas.
Overall, Jakob is supportive, reliable, and genuinely invested in his students’ success. Thanks to his guidance, I not only improved my grades significantly but also felt much more confident going into my exams. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking to boost their maths skills.
Jakob has helped my son so much with his tutoring. He understands how to explain topics, and is always very patient with my son. He is very responsive and professional and I would recommend him for anyone whose children need maths tutoring.
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Rates
Rate
- R897
Package rates
- 5h: R3924
- 10h: R7512
free lesson
The free first lesson with Jakob allows you to get to know the tutor and discuss your needs and expectations.
- 30min
online
- R785/h
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