Shu-King

Shu is a nurturing tutor with over 25 years experience working at the primary level. She has helped a range of students across the world and has taken numerous students through the 7+, 8+ and 11+ examination process.

Shu-King teaches: Primary (Year 1 - 6) English, Primary (Year 1 - 6) Maths, 7+ English, 7+ Maths, 8+ English, 8+ Maths, 11+ English, 11+ Maths, Verbal Reasoning & Non-Verbal Reasoning

''Shu-King has a magic learning flute, and even our son was unable to resist it's tune. From the get-go, she 'got him'. After the first few sessions, she gave us a more acute assessment than the teachers who'd known him for years ever had.''

Parent of an 8 plus candidate

About Shu-King:

Experience
Biography
Approach to Tutoring
When not tutoring

Experience

• 7+ English & Maths: public school entrance exams

• 8+ English and Maths: public school entrance exams

• 11+ English and Maths: ISEB and public-school exams

I am an experienced teacher who has enjoyed a satisfying career in education for over twenty-five years.

Having taught in both state and private independent schools, my roles have included Primary Class Teacher, Maths, Assessment and Art Coordinator, Teacher trainer and Mentor.

Being qualified to teach across all of the core subjects (English and Maths), I have had extensive experience delivering the British, International and IBO PYP curricula in London and Hong Kong.

I am a specialist with the 4-13 years age range, and particularly skilled at teaching bi-lingual learners, who are learning English as a second language. I have worked with many students with learning needs too.

Working as a Private Tutor, I have placed many students into top London selective schools. Recent successes (2023-2025) have included two placements (7+ and 8+) at Westminster Under School, St Paul’s Junior (7+), Bute House (7+), Highgate School (11+) and University College School (8+) and South Hampstead School (11+).

Also, I have successfully placed students in boarding schools, including Rugby School, Cheltenham Ladies College, Wycombe Abbey and Benenden School.

In addition, I have supported numerous senior students following the IB MYP Programme. I have specifically focused on teaching the skills necessary for Composition/Essay writing, providing support with subjects including Language and Literature, Design, Individuals and Societies, Science and Art.

Biography

Being born and bred in North London, I completed my Post-graduate teacher training at University of Surrey after obtaining a BSc (Hons) Psychology degree from Goldsmiths- University of London.

After working within the Borough of Barnet as a Primary School teacher for a number of years, I decided to embark on a new and exciting journey by travelling to Hong Kong, where my parents reside. Being of Chinese ethnicity, I was able to transition smoothly; embracing the wonderful culture, exploring the beautiful sights, and more importantly, continuing with my teaching career.

I feel very privileged to have been able to teach native Chinese, international and a large expat community at prestigious schools, including ESF Discovery College and Kellett School.

Continual growth and development have always been my priorities, and the exposure to some of the best educational practices in the world equipped me with a wealth of knowledge and the unique skill-set that I possess today.

Fortunately, since relocating back to London, I have been able to use this experience and continue working as a teacher, mainly as an in-person private tutor in London.

Approach to Tutoring

With a background in Psychology, I believe in nurturing children holistically; social and emotional growth is as important as academic development.

My teaching is best defined as skills based; that which promotes creativity, critical thinking and problem solving. I incorporate a diversity of techniques in my instruction that helps to address the wide range of learning styles.

My lessons are meaningful, innovative and stimulating activities, which provide the skill-set necessary to enable students to reach their full academic potential.

My goal is to instil a passion for learning within my tutee’s and be an excellent role model. I communicate effectively by giving insightful feedback on how to help my students improve in order for them to achieve success.

My ability to build trusting and respectful relationships, and the determination to ‘go the extra mile’ are two of my strengths as a teacher.

When not tutoring

I love travelling to different countries to learn about new cultures. Having lived in Hong Kong for a long while, I am very familiar with Asia.

I enjoy exploring nature, gardening and hiking. I love to paint, practise yoga and am an avid tennis fan!

What clients say about Shu-King:

"Shu is very collaborative, flexible and pragmatic in her approach, but also unafraid to be direct and transparent. We worked really well as a team, and in 7 weeks of working together, our son got into the top school of our choice."

Parent of 7+ student

"Shu is a fantastic tutor. We really got the sense that teaching is her passion, and this makes all the difference to the child’s learning experience."

Parent of 7+ student

"Shu is a fantastic tutor. She has years of experience as a qualified teacher and tutor, which made a huge difference to our son’s 7+ preparation process."

Parent of 7+ student

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