Meet The Team
Get to know the passionate tutors who make Lighthouse Tuition shine. Each of our tutors brings their own spark, expertise and heart to every session. Click on each of our tutors to find out a little bit more about them!
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Sophie
Founder & Tutor at Lighthouse Tuition South-West
Hi, I’m Sophie, the founder of Lighthouse Tuition and a qualified primary teacher with a background in dance, community work and SEND support.
I started my career in community dance, which took me all over the world using movement to empower young people. After retraining as a teacher, I worked in both mainstream and specialist schools, where I found my true passion: supporting children who learn differently.
Now, through Lighthouse Tuition, I get to offer creative, personalised support that helps children build confidence in a way that works for them. My sessions are playful, flexible, and always centred around the individual child.
When I’m not tutoring, I’m usually out in nature, pottering about in my campervan, or enjoying a cuppa with my dog at my feet!
Tilly
Tutor at Lighthouse Tuition South-West
Hi, I’m Tilly! Ever since I can remember, I’ve wanted to be a teacher – so as soon as I left school, I jumped straight into a BEd in Primary Education at Plymouth, specialising in Early Childhood Studies. I’m passionate about early learning – especially reading, writing, number skills, and learning through play.
I’ve taught across the primary age range, but my heart has always been with the little ones. My background in nurseries and preschools helps me support early development and explain tricky concepts in a way that makes sense to little learners.
Outside tutoring, I’m usually out walking my dog Piper or exploring the beaches and moorland of the South West. I’m an animal lover - I’d turn my house into a smallholding tomorrow if my husband would let me (so far, he’s only agreed to one dog and three fish!). I also love travelling and have made it my mission to visit every continent – just Oceania and Antarctica left to go!
Nina
Tutor at Lighthouse Tuition South-West
Hi, I'm Nina! I have been a primary school teacher for 16 years and am now very happy to be part of the Lighthouse Tuition team. I have taught in London, Tavistock, Plymouth and Japan! I love working with kids and helping them to learn. Alongside the actual learning, happiness and self-esteem are so important for our children. With this in mind, my aim is for all of my pupils to achieve in a fun way that leaves them feeling good about themselves and what they have achieved. It's the best job in the world! My wonderful children keep me smiling, along with our fish, cat and tortoise, Cookie.
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Tim
Tutor at Lighthouse Tuition South-West
Hi! I'm Tim. I’m a qualified teacher with over 20 years of experience working in both primary schools and specialist secondary settings. I have a strong background in supporting children with autism and social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs, as well as helping pupils build their core skills in literacy, numeracy, computing, and outdoor learning.
I’m passionate about creating lessons that build confidence, adapt to each child’s learning style, and make learning enjoyable and meaningful.
In my spare time, I enjoy walking my dogs, sailing, and woodwork - hobbies I often bring into my teaching to spark creativity and make real-world connections.
Chloe
Tutor at Lighthouse Tuition South-West
Hello! I’m Chloe, a warm and supportive tutor who loves helping children build confidence and enjoy learning. I tailor every session to suit your child’s needs, making learning fun, engaging, and just the right level of challenge. I have experience supporting children across a range of ages and abilities, and I aim to help each learner feel proud of what they achieve. Outside of tutoring, I love dancing, running, and spending time with my two playful rabbits. I believe in celebrating effort, building self-belief, and creating a positive learning environment where children feel safe, happy, and ready to grow.
Chris
Tutor at Lighthouse Tuition South-West
Hello, I'm Chris! I’m really excited to be offering tutoring and I want my lessons to be as fun, interactive and playful as possible. Over my decade of teaching I’ve been privileged to have seen so many amazing children flourish their needs are met and they are in the right environment. My goal is to create a space where every child feels safe, motivated, entertained and happy.
Outside of teaching you’ll usually find me enjoying sport, especially football. I’m a big Manchester United fan and I’m still hoping to see them lift the Premier League trophy again in my lifetime. I also love going to the cinema, reading, listening to music and hiking (especially if there’s a cosy village pub waiting at the end!)
At home I share my life with two very cuddly cats, Nox and Lumos, who spend most of their days sleeping, eating and being cute.
Tyler
GCSE Tutor at Lighthouse Tuition South-West
Hello, I'm Tyler! I support young people with GCSE English. I used to be a Head of English in a school and am an AQA examiner. I love gaming and attending gigs to watch live music. In my spare time, I also love wild swimming in the sea.