

Fathima Simla's email address and phone number have been validated.
Fathima Simla
- Rate Ksh. 3,482
- Response 1h

Ksh. 3,482/hr
1st lesson free
- Maths
- Chemistry
- Science
King’s College London Medical Student with 4+ Years of Tutoring Experience | Personalised Lessons & Exam Support | GCSE & A-Level Biology, Chemistry & Maths | Proven Track Record of Helping Students A
- Maths
- Chemistry
- Science
Lesson location
About Fathima Simla
Hi, I’m Simla! I’m a third-year Medical Student at King’s College London with a strong academic background in Biology, Chemistry and Maths, and over 4 years of experience tutoring students at GCSE and A-Level. Alongside my medical studies, teaching has remained something I genuinely enjoy because I love seeing the moment when a topic that once seemed difficult finally starts to make sense.
My own academic journey has taught me that achieving excellent grades is not simply about working harder - it is about learning how to learn. I know how overwhelming GCSEs and A-Levels can feel, particularly when there is a lot of content to cover and expectations are high. This is why I aim to make my lessons structured, encouraging and genuinely useful, helping students develop both the knowledge and confidence they need to succeed.
Over the years, I have had the privilege of supporting students with very different abilities, personalities and goals. Some have needed help building their foundations and confidence, while others have been aiming for the very highest grades and competitive university courses. I take the time to understand each student as an individual and adapt my teaching around how they learn best.
What motivates me most about tutoring is seeing progress. There is nothing more rewarding than watching a student go from saying “I don’t understand this” to confidently explaining the concept themselves. I want my students to leave each lesson feeling more capable than when they arrived not just because they have learned something new, but because they have developed the confidence to tackle the next challenge independently.
As a medical student, I also understand first hand the importance of consistency, discipline and effective exam preparation. I bring that experience into my tutoring while keeping my lessons friendly, patient and student centred. Whether you are a parent looking for reliable academic support or a student wanting to reach your full potential, I would love to help you turn your goals into achievable results.
About the lesson
- Lower Primary
- Upper Primary
- Lower Secondary
- +9
levels :
Lower Primary
Upper Primary
Lower Secondary
Senior School
Tertiary
Adult Education
Masters
Diploma
Doctorate
Advocates Training Programme
MBA
Pre-Primary
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Every student learns differently, which is why I don’t believe in a one size fits all approach to tutoring. As a third year Medical Student at King’s College London with over 4 years of tutoring experience, I provide personalised GCSE and A-Level lessons in Biology, Chemistry and Maths that are tailored to each student’s individual goals, strengths and areas for improvement.
My aim is not simply to help students memorise content for an exam, but to help them genuinely understand what they are learning. I break down challenging concepts into clear, manageable steps and use explanations, worked examples, exam-style questions and active recall to build both knowledge and confidence. I also encourage students to ask questions freely and make mistakes without feeling embarrassed because that is often where the most effective learning happens.
For exam preparation, I place a strong emphasis on understanding exactly what exam boards are looking for. We work through past paper questions, identify common mistakes, develop exam technique and practise applying knowledge under timed conditions. I provide constructive feedback throughout, so students know not only what they got wrong, but why they got it wrong and exactly how to improve.
I also believe that confidence plays a huge role in academic success. My lessons are supportive but focused, with the goal of helping students become increasingly independent learners. Whether a student is struggling with the basics, aiming for the highest possible grade, preparing for A-Levels, or working towards competitive university courses, I adapt my teaching to meet them where they are and help them progress from there.
Having worked with students over several years, I have seen first-hand how much difference the right support can make. My approach combines patience, structure and high academic expectations, while keeping lessons engaging and enjoyable. Ultimately, I want every student to leave a lesson thinking, 'I understand this now and I know how to improve.'
Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the teacher
I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Fathima Simla as a tutor, and I can honestly say she is an exceptional teacher. She combines strong subject knowledge with a genuinely supportive and encouraging approach that makes even difficult topics feel manageable.
What I appreciate most about her teaching is how personalised her lessons are. She takes the time to understand where you’re struggling, explains concepts clearly and patiently, and then builds your confidence through targeted practice and feedback. She doesn’t simply teach you how to get an answer, she helps you understand why the answer is correct and how to approach similar questions independently.
One of the things that really stood out to me was how much she cared about progress beyond individual lessons. She was always prepared, organised and focused on helping me reach my full potential. Her encouragement made a real difference to my confidence and motivation.
I would wholeheartedly recommend Fathima Simla to any student or parent looking for a knowledgeable, reliable and genuinely caring tutor. She goes above and beyond for her students, and I have no doubt that anyone learning with her will benefit enormously from her experience and dedication.View more recommendations
Rates
Rate
- Ksh. 3,482
Pack prices
- 5h: Ksh. 17,408
- 10h: Ksh. 34,816
free lessons
The first free lesson with Fathima Simla will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 30mins
online
- Ksh. 3,482/h
Similar Maths teachers in London
-
![teacher_picture]()
Gladys
Kitui & Online- Experienced
Graduate and passionate chemistry,physics and maths tutor offering simple practical lessons for cbe, kcse, igcse & exam preparation with past paper mastery and simple methods
- Ksh. 500/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Karanja
Kahawa Sukari & Online- Experienced
Through my tutoring practice, somonzuri, i have taught students in ib myp & dp, cambridge igcse & a level, and kenya cbc — helping each one gain confidence & apply his\her unique learning style to enj
- Ksh. 2,500/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Rophin
Ongata Rongai & Online- Experienced
Experienced cambridge mathematics and chemistry teacher helping students achieve academic excellence and confidence.
- Ksh. 2,000/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Antony
Nairobi City & Online- Experienced
University of nairobi mechanical engineering undergraduate offering dedicated math and physics tutoring for high school students.
- Ksh. 700/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Josphat
Nairobi & Online- Experienced
Expert mathematics tutor helping students understand maths, improve grades and excel in exams
- Ksh. 2,000/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Purvi
Nakuru & Online- Experienced
Purvi to the rescue - i am determined to teach any student who wants to ace maths! i'm a creative teacher and i like using different means to tackle any problem.
- Ksh. 1,500/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Joan
Kiserian & Online- Experienced
Qualified cambridge mathematics, chemistry and integrated science teacher with experience offering personalised lessons for primary, checkpoint, igcse and cbe learners across kenya and online
- Ksh. 1,200/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Stephen
Nairobi & Online- Experienced
Experienced physics & mathematics teacher, b.ed. graduate, offering online lessons for students of all levels
- Ksh. 1,000/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Sir james
Nairobi & Online- Experienced
Bsc/pgde graduate teaches international/local physics and mathematic curricula for all levels in nairobi
- Ksh. 2,000/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Mariam
Kisumu & Online- Experienced
Achieve your maths goals with expert tuition in arithmetic,trigonometry,algebra,linear algebraand differential equations
- Ksh. 2,000/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Amos
Kakamega & Online- Experienced
Mmust 3rd year student teaching mathematics and computer packages online for high school and beginners
- Ksh. 600/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Blessing
Nairobi & Online- Experienced
A-grade kcse tutor teaching mathematics, chemistry & physics for high school students online.
- Ksh. 800/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Arwa
Mombasa & Online- Experienced
Bsc economics & statistics graduate delivering clear, results-driven lessons in maths, statistics, calculus, stochastic processes and operations research
- Ksh. 1,200/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Edward
Suna & Online- Experienced
Master physics and mathematics for grade 9-12 with an experienced teacher! online
- Ksh. 1,000/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Deborah
Nakuru & Online- New
Mathematics and physics made easier with clear step-by-step explanations from a dedicated online tutor.
- Ksh. 800/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Joshua orucho
Maai Mahiu & Online- Experienced
Msc budapest | ib, igcse 0580, pearson edexcel & a-level 9709 maths | kcse form 1-4 | online & physical
- Ksh. 2,500/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Leah
Murang'a & Online- Experienced
Native swahili teacher from kenya helps beginners speak swahili fluently for travel business and everyday conversation
- Ksh. 500/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Robai
Eldoret & Online- Experienced
Tom mboya university graduate with bachelor in education maths& chemistry.available in eldoret and online
- Ksh. 500/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Margaret
Kiambu & Online- Experienced
Mathematics , economics and business tutor. o-level to a-levels for both c.i.e and pearson edexcel. 12 years teaching experience
- Ksh. 2,500/h
- 1st lesson free
-
![teacher_picture]()
Ivinne
Nairobi & Online- New
Experienced cbc teacher i teach math, english and kiswahili grade 4 to 8 via whatsapp notes and voice.
- Ksh. 500/h
- 1st lesson free
-
See Maths tutors




















