At Study with Sophie, we believe the right tutor can make all the difference. Our team brings together over 25 years of combined teaching and tutoring experience,
supporting children across primary and secondary education. Each tutor shares the same philosophy: that every child deserves personalised support and the chance to
discover joy in their learning.

We’re not just subject specialists — we’re approachable, creative, and passionate about helping children grow in confidence and self-belief. Whether it’s building foundations in primary, preparing for SATs or the 11+, or strengthening skills at secondary, our team knows how to adapt to each child’s unique needs and learning style.

When you choose Study with Sophie, you’re choosing a team that cares deeply about education - and even more about the children we teach.

Meet the tutors and read their stories →

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Meet Sophie – Founder Of Study With Sophie

Sophie has worked in education for over a decade, teaching across KS1 and KS2 and supporting children with a wide range of needs. After completing her PGCE with distinction and gaining Qualified Teacher Status, she went on to hold leadership roles including Head of Year and Leader of Writing.

Her teaching journey has taken her from classrooms in the UK to schools in India, as well as running creative online sessions during lockdown. In 2024, inspired by her passion for personalised learning, Sophie launched Study with Sophie to help every child grow in confidence, find joy in learning, and believe in themselves.

Want to know more about Sophie’s journey? Read her full story here.

Meet Kirsty – Tutor At Study With Sophie

Kirsty has always known she wanted to be a teacher — ever since her own inspiring Year 4 teacher showed her how fun and exciting learning could be. After completing a degree in Fashion and Textiles and gaining experience at Marks & Spencer’s head office, Kirsty followed her heart into teaching, completing a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) at Loughborough University.

She has since taught across Nottinghamshire and Lincolnshire, supporting children of all ages, with a particular focus on helping primary pupils transition into secondary school. Kirsty specialises in Design & Technology and Art, and she loves making learning creative, practical, and cross-curricular.

Outside the classroom, she runs a small textiles business, Handmade by Kirsty, where she transforms outgrown or sentimental clothing into beautiful keepsakes for families.

At Study with Sophie, Kirsty brings over 16 years of teaching experience, combining subject expertise, creativity, and warmth to help every child build confidence, enjoy learning, and develop lasting self-belief.

Want to know more about Kirsty’s handmade treasures? Browse her website here.

Meet Eila – Tutor At Study With Sophie

Eila is a qualified primary school teacher with QTS who has always had a passion for working with children and helping them grow in confidence.

For Eila, teaching isn’t just about lessons and outcomes… it’s about the smiles, the “I did it!” moments, and creating a safe, supportive environment where children feel excited to learn and proud of themselves.

She has experience teaching across the primary age ranges from Reception to Year 5, as well as supporting within Year 6 classrooms. Through this, she has taught all primary subjects, supported assessments, tracked pupil progress and helped children grow in both confidence and ability.

Eila also has experience with phonics and understands just how important strong foundations, encouragement and positive relationships are in helping children thrive.

Alongside her teaching experience, Eila has also worked in a crèche, supporting younger children through play, care and connection. This has helped shape her calm, nurturing and child-centred approach.

Eila has been dancing since she was 2 years old (so nearly 19 years!) and is currently President of her dance society, where she choreographs and teaches weekly sessions — something she absolutely loves.

One of Eila’s favourite experiences was spending 3 months in America, where she taught dance at a summer camp and lived alongside the children for 6 weeks. Afterwards, she travelled to New York City, Nashville, Miami and Orlando — including Disney World, which was a huge highlight! The experience helped her grow in confidence, independence and appreciation for different cultures.

Outside of teaching, Eila loves going out for coffee, spending time with friends, staying active and creating positive, happy environments where children feel comfortable being themselves.

Meet Zoe – Tutor At Study With Sophie

Zoe is a qualified primary school teacher with QTS who has spent the last 10 years working in education and has a real passion for helping children feel confident, capable and excited about learning.

For Zoe, tutoring is about building confidence, celebrating progress and helping every child reach their full potential. She believes learning should feel engaging, achievable and, most importantly, fun – with sessions shaped around the individual child and the way they learn best.

Zoe has eight years of classroom teaching experience across EYFS and primary schools in and around Lincoln. During this time, she taught across the primary curriculum and also held leadership roles in Maths and Science, giving her lots of experience in developing engaging learning and supporting children with a wide range of needs and abilities.

Alongside her classroom experience, Zoe also has two years of previous 1:1 tutoring experience with primary-aged children. She loves the opportunity tutoring gives her to really get to know an individual learner, build on their strengths and give them the time and support they need to make progress.

Zoe has extensive experience and training in phonics and early reading, including Read Write Inc., Letters and Sounds and Little Wandle. She understands just how important those early foundations are and enjoys helping children develop the skills and confidence they need to become happy, independent readers.

Before becoming a teacher, Zoe studied Criminology and Forensic Investigation at the University of Lincoln before completing her PGCE and gaining QTS at Bishop Grosseteste University. More recently, she has spent two years working in curriculum design and delivery for adult apprenticeships, adding another dimension to her experience of creating learning that is purposeful, accessible and tailored to different learners.

Outside of education, Zoe is a big animal lover and loves being outdoors, especially going on nature walks with her little dog, Penny. She has also loved reading since she was little and is still happiest when she can sit down and get lost in a good book.

Zoe’s warm, encouraging approach fits perfectly with the Study with Sophie ethos – meeting children where they are, celebrating the little wins and helping them discover just how much they are capable of.