Double first-class graduate in Russian from the University of Cambridge. GCSE/A-Level Russian tutoring and Oxbridge applications

Hi, I'm Rex!

I recently graduated from the University of Cambridge (King's College) with double first-class honours in Russian and Ukrainian.

I teach GCSE and A-Level Russian, as well as Oxbridge applications for Modern Languages. My lessons typically last one hour.

I have long been fascinated by the Russian language, having studied it for over 10 years, and love to share my knowledge and passion.

I am professional and supportive, with an in-depth understanding of both the Russian language and culture. I have lived in several countries in which Russian is spoken or used, including Kazakhstan and Ukraine, and currently work as a political analyst specialising in the Russo-Ukrainian War. This real-world experience with Russian allows me to support students with all facets of the language.

My lessons focus on all of the Russian language (speaking, reading, writing, and listening) and are able to target specific topics or aspects of the language that the student would like to improve.
Instead of just rote learning, I also find it helpful to present the Russian language within a cultural context. I often use music, film, news, and literature to help the student to engage in the language in the way that it is actually produced. I am also able to personalise lessons in order to target the student's specific interests and explore them through a Russian lens.
I am very passionate about the Russian language and culture, and love to share this with my students!

I have five years' experience as a tutor of Russian. 100% of my GCSE students have achieved a Grade 9, 100% of my A-Level students have achieved a Grade A or A*, and 90% of Oxbridge applicants that I have tutored have received an offer from Cambridge or Oxford.

Aside from Russian, my interests include singing and playing the saxophone, cinema, travel, quizzes (I was on University Challenge!), and football.