Heema Shah

About me:

I’m Heema, 44, a certified teacher with a Master’s degree in Neuroscience and Psychology from King’s College London. I have over 10 years’ experience tutoring learners aged 5 to 78, across education, workplace learning, and personal development.

Subjects I teach:

Maths
English
Functional Skills
TEFL and Business English
Neuroscience and Psychology
University applications and academic skills
Business Administration

Teaching experience
I’ve taught in a wide range of settings, including:

One-to-one private tutoring (home and online)
Corporate and workplace training
A female prison education programme

I work with children, adults, and professionals. I also have strong experience supporting neurodiverse learners, including those with SEN, SEMH, and SpLD.

Teaching methods:

My approach is learner-led and grounded in neuroscience. I focus on how your brain learns best, not on a one-size-fits-all method.

Lessons are adapted to your goals, pace, and learning style
I use clear explanations, practical examples, and repetition where needed
I break complex ideas into manageable steps
I use neuroscience-informed techniques to support focus, memory, and confidence

If you arrive feeling distracted, anxious, or low in energy, I can introduce simple brain-based practices to help you regulate and refocus before we continue.

Lesson dynamics:

Lessons are interactive, structured, and flexible.

Clear goals at the start of each session
Active participation rather than passive listening
Regular check-ins to adjust pace and approach
Practical tasks to apply learning immediately

I adapt each session in real time, based on how you’re doing that day.

What you can expect:

A supportive, non-judgemental learning environment
Teaching that respects your individual needs
Steady progress with clear outcomes
Learning that feels engaging, relevant, and manageable

If you want a tutor who understands both the subject and how the brain learns, I’d be happy to work with you.