Our Team: 

Devyn is Prime Grade Education's leading specialist for the highly competitive GL Assessment examination board and broader 11+ Entrance Exams. With a keen understanding of the different formats and demands of selective school entry, Devyn has a proven track record of guiding students through the intensive Year 5 preparation phase. Devyn's expertise ensures pupils are not only proficient in core subjects but are strategically prepared for the specific structure and time pressure of the GL tests.

Devyn’s strategic approach ensures comprehensive coverage across the four subject areas tested by GL Assessment: English, Mathematics, Verbal Reasoning (VR), and Non-Verbal Reasoning (NVR).

Targeted Technique: Devyn focuses on pattern recognition and rapid problem-solving, which are essential for success in the VR and NVR sections.

Time Management: A key element of Devyn’s coaching is dedicated work on exam pace, helping students master time allocation across the various sections—a necessity for GL’s often rapid-fire testing environment.

Depth of Knowledge: By continuously analysing current GL syllabus updates, Devyn ensures that all tuition is relevant and targeted, moving beyond generic teaching to focus on the specific content and question styles that secure top percentiles.

Devyn is dedicated to eliminating exam anxiety and building the focused confidence necessary for students to perform consistently at the highest level on exam day, securing their place at their chosen grammar or selective school.

Sadia is a highly experienced and results-driven Mathematics specialist at Prime Grade Education, focusing on students aiming for the top grades in their GCSE and A-Level Maths examinations. With a background in applied mathematics and several years of successfully guiding students through the most challenging syllabus content, Sadia is adept at demystifying complex topics like Calculus and Statistics.

Sadia's strategy is focused on developing both procedural fluency and conceptual understanding. She understands that grade 9 and A* achievement requires more than just memorising formulas; it requires genuine analytical thinking and problem-solving skills.

GCSE Maths: She targets the difficult reasoning and application questions that differentiate a Grade 9 student, ensuring complete mastery across all topics (Number, Algebra, Geometry, Statistics, and Probability).

A-Level Maths (Pure & Applied): Sadia focuses on bridging the significant gap between GCSE and A-Level. She employs advanced teaching methods to help Year 12 and 13 students tackle multi-step problems, proof-based questions, and synoptic paper requirements with confidence, consistently leading her students to achieve highly competitive A and A* grades.

Sadia is committed to building the logical foundations necessary for long-term mathematical success, turning initial confusion into enduring clarity.

James is one of Prime Grade Education's most sought-after primary specialists, with over ten years of dedicated experience successfully preparing students for the rigorous demands of the 11+ and selective school entrance exams.

Holding a degree in Mathematics and a strong background in pedagogical techniques, James has a proven track record of securing places for his pupils in highly competitive grammar and independent schools.

James’s philosophy is built on two core principles: Foundation and Confidence.

He believes that true 11+ success stems from mastering core mathematical concepts in Years 3 and 4, rather than simply drilling practice papers.

He works meticulously with students to identify and close foundational gaps, transforming challenging topics into accessible, manageable steps.

By fostering resilience and sharp problem-solving skills, James ensures students not only achieve the required speed and accuracy for timed exams but also develop a genuine love for the subject that will benefit them throughout their secondary career.

Faisal is a highly accomplished science specialist at Prime Grade Education, focusing on securing top grades for students tackling their GCSEs and A-Levels. Holding an advanced degree in Chemistry and extensive experience as an A-Level Chemistry Examiner, Faisal possesses critical insight into exactly how complex answers are marked. His expertise spans the full GCSE Combined and Triple Science syllabus and deep specialisation in A-Level Chemistry.

Faisal’s teaching and strategic approach to exam mastery is built around bridging the gap between simply understanding content and mastering exam application. Faisal's goal is to demystify complex scientific principles and turn potential weaknesses into subjects of confidence and academic strength.

For GCSE Science: He ensures students move beyond fact recall to confidently structure 6-mark answers, analyze experimental data, and confidently apply mathematical concepts within scientific contexts, aiming squarely for Grades 7-9.

For A-Level Chemistry: He focuses on building a deep, analytical understanding of organic reaction mechanisms, physical chemistry calculations, and inorganic trends. By dissecting past exam questions and focusing on the required command words, Faisal equips Year 13 students with the precision necessary to achieve those crucial A and A* grades for competitive applications.

Amanda is a dedicated and highly effective English specialist at Prime Grade Education, focusing on supporting students throughout Key Stage 3 and preparing them for outstanding results in their GCSE English Language and Literature examinations. With a strong background in both academic theory and classroom practice, Amanda excels at transforming students who dread essay writing into confident, critical, and articulate communicators.

Amanda’s approach is centered on mastering analysis and exam technique; moving students beyond simple comprehension to achieving sophisticated textual analysis—the key differentiator between a Grade 6 and a Grade 9.

GCSE English Literature: She guides students through complex texts (Shakespeare, 19th-century novels, poetry) by focusing on deep contextual understanding, structural analysis, and developing well-supported, persuasive arguments in timed essays.

GCSE English Language: Her focus is on mastering transactional writing, perfecting rhetorical techniques, and systematically dissecting non-fiction sources to maximise marks in the challenging reading and writing components.

Amanda ensures students not only understand the material but also know how to structure their thoughts with precision and clarity under exam conditions, giving them the vital edge needed for top GCSE achievement and future A-Level study.

Imani is a dedicated Primary Foundations Specialist at Prime Grade Education, focusing on students in the crucial Years 3 and 4.

She understands that success in the 11+ and SATS begins with a rock-solid core foundation, and she is expertly skilled at developing the essential literacy, numeracy, and reasoning skills required to thrive in these early stages.

Her background in educational psychology allows her to create a highly supportive and engaging learning environment.

Imani’s primary goal is to make the transition into intensive exam preparation seamless and successful.

Her teaching approach is focused on core skill acceleration, concentrating on deepening comprehension, mathematical fluency, and advanced vocabulary—the building blocks for Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning introduced in Year 4.

She excels at teaching younger pupils the essential study skills and organisational techniques that foster resilience and independence, ensuring they are well-prepared for the increased academic demands of Year 5.

By celebrating every small success, Imani ensures her students gain confidence and approach challenging material not with fear, but with curiosity and a motivated attitude, giving them a significant advantage as they start their formal 11+ journey.

Imani provides the nurturing and academically rigorous start every pupil needs to access selective education pathways successfully.