Helping You Learn, Understand & Succeed
Master Learning & Confidence with the Mind Motivation & Education™ Approach
For over 25 years, I’ve been helping students, professionals, and educators worldwide build confidence, master learning, and achieve success. As a teacher, examiner, consultant, and coach, my mission is simple:
💡To help you learn faster, understand deeply, and succeed with confidence—whether for exams, interviews, public speaking, or professional development.
I specialise in:
GCSE &
A-Level English & History –
Expert guidance in exam technique & structured learning.
IELTS &
Exam Preparation –
Helping students achieve
top scores through understanding-based learning.
Interview &
School Entrance Coaching –
Guiding students to excel in school interviews with confidence.
Examiner &
Assessment Expertise –
Inside knowledge of how exams are marked, helping students achieve top grades.
English as an Additional Language (EAL) &
New to English Support –
Helping learners master English for academic and professional success.
Teacher Training &
School Consultancy –
Supporting curriculum development, teacher training, and school improvement
projects.
Inclusion &
SEN Expertise –
Ensuring all learners can
access and understand content effectively.
Project Leadership & Educational Development –
Leading and improving schemes of work, lesson structures,
and large-scale educational projects.
Why My Approach Works – And How It’s Different
Most students struggle not because they lack ability, but because they haven’t been taught how to learn effectively.
That’s why I developed the Mind Motivation & Education™ Approach, which blends:
✔ Understanding-Based Learning – Ensuring students deeply grasp concepts, not just memorize facts.
✔ Accelerated Learning Techniques – Using brain-based methods to learn faster, retain more, and reduce stress.
✔ Confidence & Mindset Coaching – Helping students overcome self-doubt, perform under pressure, and excel in exams & interviews.
✔ Examiner Insights & Strategy – Teaching exactly what examiners look for, so students can maximize marks.
Most tutors teach subject knowledge — I teach students how to unlock their full learning potential, gain confidence, and perform at their best.
Success Story: A Student’s Transformation
One of my students, an EAL learner preparing for GCSE English, struggled with essay writing and lacked confidence. Through my structured approach, memory techniques, and mindset coaching, they improved from a Grade 4 to a Grade 8 in just six months.
🎯 The key wasn’t just content—it was understanding how to structure ideas, think critically, and write with confidence. By focusing on understanding, not memorization, this student not only passed their exam but developed a love for learning.
💡I help students achieve more than just good grades—I help them build lifelong confidence and learning skills.
Success Story: A Student’s Transformation
One of my students, an EAL learner preparing for GCSE English, struggled with essay writing and lacked confidence. Through my structured approach, memory techniques, and mindset coaching, they improved from a Grade 4 to a Grade 8 in just six months.
🎯 The key wasn’t just content—it was understanding how to structure ideas, think critically, and write with confidence. By focusing on understanding, not memorization, this student not only passed their exam but developed a love for learning.
💡I help students achieve more than just good grades—I help them build lifelong confidence and learning skills.
Success Story: A Student’s Transformation
One of my students, an EAL learner preparing for GCSE English, struggled with essay writing and lacked confidence. Through my structured approach, memory techniques, and mindset coaching, they improved from a Grade 4 to a Grade 8 in just six months.
🎯 The key wasn’t just content—it was understanding how to structure ideas, think critically, and write with confidence. By focusing on understanding, not memorization, this student not only passed their exam but developed a love for learning.
💡I help students achieve more than just good grades—I help them build lifelong confidence and learning skills.
My Experience: A Global Perspective on Education
🌍 I’ve worked with schools, educators, and students across the UK and internationally, leading projects and providing consultancy to improve learning strategies, school improvement plans, and student outcomes.
My Work Includes:
✔ Examining & Marking – As an experienced examiner, I help students understand exactly what examiners are looking for.
✔ School Consultancy & Curriculum Development – Training teachers, enhancing lesson structures & improving educational approaches.
✔ EAL & New to English Students – Making English accessible and confidence-boosting
for learners worldwide.
✔ Professional & Career Development – Coaching professionals for interviews, presentations, and career growth.
✔ School Interview Coaching – Helping students gain confidence and secure places at top schools.
✔ Leading & Developing Educational Projects – Creating new learning strategies, improving schemes of work, and developing high-impact teaching methods.
Having worked with thousands of learners from diverse backgrounds, I specialise in
bridging language barriers, helping students succeed in interviews, and ensuring schools create effective, engaging learning environments.
My Work Includes:
✔ Examining & Marking – As an experienced examiner, I help students understand exactly what examiners are looking for.
✔ School Consultancy & Curriculum Development – Training teachers, enhancing lesson structures & improving educational approaches.
✔ EAL & New to English Students – Making English accessible and confidence-boosting for learners worldwide.
✔Professional & Career Development – Coaching professionals for interviews, presentations, and career growth.
✔School Interview Coaching – Helping students gain confidence and secure places at top schools.
✔Leading & Developing Educational Projects – Creating new learning strategies, improving schemes of work, and developing high-impact teaching methods.
Having worked with thousands of learners from diverse backgrounds, I specialise in bridging language barriers, helping students succeed in interviews, and ensuring schools create effective, engaging learning environments.
My Experience: A Global Perspective on Education
I’ve worked with schools, educators, and students across the UK and internationally, leading projects and providing consultancy to improve learning strategies, school improvement plans, and student outcomes.
My Work Includes:
✔ Examining & Marking – As an experienced examiner, I help students understand exactly what examiners are looking for.
✔ School Consultancy & Curriculum Development – Training teachers, enhancing lesson structures & improving educational approaches.
✔ EAL & New to English Students – Making English accessible and confidence-boosting for learners worldwide.
✔Professional & Career Development – Coaching professionals for interviews, presentations, and career growth.
✔School Interview Coaching – Helping students gain confidence and secure places at top schools.
✔Leading & Developing Educational Projects – Creating new learning strategies, improving schemes of work, and developing high-impact teaching methods.
Having worked with thousands of learners from diverse backgrounds, I specialise in bridging language barriers, helping students succeed in interviews, and ensuring schools create effective, engaging learning environments.
My Experience: A Global Perspective on Education
Hi, I’m Yvonne, founder of Positive Mind Tech. With over 25 years of experience as a teacher, examiner, and consultant, I work closely with students, professionals, and schools to unlock confidence, accelerate progress, and achieve success. Through my unique Mind Motivation & Education Approach, I make learning faster, easier, and more effective.
I also collaborate with other specialists when needed to provide tailored support and expertise, ensuring the best outcomes for my clients.
Who I Help
Students
Preparing for exams, improving writing, mastering English fluency & excelling in school interviews.
Schools & Educators
Supporting teachers with training, curriculum development, and consultancy.
Professionals
Overcoming public speaking anxiety, excelling in interviews, and communicating effectively.
💡 Understanding is the foundation of all learning.
With the right strategies, anyone can learn faster, study smarter, and achieve their goals.
Client Testimonials
A. L
School Improvement Adviser
“Yvonne’s work is very highly valued by schools, as evident in the comments from senior leaders who have shown the impact of Yvonne’s work in a range of contexts with a range of school professionals.”
P. S
Executive Head Teacher
“Yvonne understands the nuances of how people from a variety of backgrounds learn and ensures that all people she works with understand how their practice can make a difference to lives of people.”
J. F
Parent
“Yvonne is a great connoisseur of child's psychology and can advise how to support your child in learning.”
G. S
Business owner
“Thank you for helping me improve my English. Yvonne is a wonderful teacher and an excellent coach. You will not be disappointed. I highly recommend you try her English coaching package.”
G. S
Client
“I highly recommend Yvonne's coaching and accelerated learning skills. She is kind, caring and highly encouraging.”
S. S
Client
“Yvonne has helped me dream big and go for my goals. She is an excellent teacher who finds the quickest and easiest methods possible. I am extremely impressed with Yvonne's teaching and coaching. She has enabled me to exceed my goals.”
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Whether you need exam coaching, interview preparation, confidence-building strategies, or professional training, I’d love to help.
English as an Additional Language (EAL) &
New to English Support –
Helping learners master English for academic and professional success.
Teacher Training &
School Consultancy –
Supporting curriculum development, teacher training, and school improvement
projects.
Inclusion &
SEN Expertise –
Ensuring all learners can
access and understand content effectively.
Project Leadership & Educational Development –
Leading and improving schemes of work, lesson structures,
and large-scale educational projects.
Approved provider for teacher training and educational advice for schools and colleges
Expertise in school improvement, English as an additional language, inclusion and more...
Extensive experience helping a wide range of students further their academic achievements.
Our Learning, Coaching & Consultancy Services
Tutoring & Exam Success (For Students & Parents)
Personalised GCSE & A-Level support in English & History, helping students master exam strategies and achieve top grades.
Testimonials
S. S
“Yvonne has helped me dream big and go for my goals. She is an excellent teacher who finds the quickest and easiest methods possible. I am extremely impressed with Yvonne's teaching and coaching. She has enabled me to exceed my goals.”
J. F
Parent
“Yvonne is a great connoisseur of child's psychology and can advise how to support your child in learning.”
A. L
School Improvement Adviser
“Yvonne’s work is very highly valued by schools, as evident in the comments from senior leaders who have shown the impact of Yvonne’s work in a range of contexts with a range of school professionals.”
G. S
Entrepreneur
“Before my lessons started, I could not even speak one line of English, with confidence. I hesitated a lot. Now, I can speak English without thinking for hours. This is helping me a lot in my social and professional life.”
S. W
Student
“Thank you for helping me get into the university of my choice.”
G. S
Business owner
“Thank you for helping me improve my English. Yvonne is a wonderful teacher and an excellent coach. You will not be disappointed. I highly recommend you try her English coaching package.”
Confidence & Interview Coaching (For Students & Professionals)
Helping students excel in school admissions & university interviews, and professionals with job interviews & public speaking.
Testimonials
G. S
Entrepreneur
“Before my lessons started, I could not even speak one line of English, with confidence. I hesitated a lot. Now, I can speak English without thinking for hours. This is helping me a lot in my social and professional life.”
S. W
Student
“Thank you for helping me get into the university of my choice.”
G. S
Business owner
“Thank you for helping me improve my English. Yvonne is a wonderful teacher and an excellent coach. You will not be disappointed. I highly recommend you try her English coaching package.”
IELTS & Fluency Coaching (For Students & Professionals)
Helping non-native speakers master English for exams, careers & professional success.
School Consultancy & Teacher Training (For Headteachers & Schools)
Providing training, curriculum development & learning strategy support to schools & educators. I also collaborate with other specialists when required to create high-impact learning solutions.
Testimonials
Head Teacher
“The staff were very positive and I’m sure we will be asking you back! ”
Head Teacher,
London Primary School
“Yvonne’s consultancy helped transform our approach to EAL learners. The tailored training gave our staff the confidence and tools they needed to help pupils succeed. ”
EAL Coordinator,
Secondary Academy
“The practical solutions Yvonne provided for our new arrivals programme have made a huge impact. Pupils are thriving, and our teachers feel supported. ”
A. L
School Improvement Adviser
“Yvonne’s work is very highly valued by schools, as evident in the comments from senior leaders who have shown the impact of Yvonne’s work in a range of contexts with a range of school professionals.”
C. Y
Head Teacher
“Clear logical approaches to supporting children with EAL arriving in your class.”
Teacher
“A clear explanation about scaffolding and ensuring progress of EAL learners.”
D. C
Teacher
“Clear and useful advice.”
C. O
Teacher
“Clear instructions and examples making it easy to fully understand.”
M. P
Teacher
“Good examples of strategies to use ... Thank you.”
Testimonials
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Testimonials
Head Teacher
“The staff were very positive and I’m sure we will be asking you back!”
I. F
Teacher
“Thank you once more for your help and support over these years… ”
D. C
Teacher
“Clear and useful advice.”
G. S
Entrepreneur
“Before my lessons started, I could not even speak one line of English, with confidence. I hesitated a lot. Now, I can speak English without thinking for hours. This is helping me a lot in my social and professional life.”
S. W
Student
“Thank you for helping me get into the university of my choice.”
G. S
Business owner
“Thank you for helping me improve my English. Yvonne is a wonderful teacher and an excellent coach. You will not be disappointed. I highly recommend you try her English coaching package.”
Parent
“One hour, it equals hours of average teaching!”
Adult Learner
“I have great news—I received a job offer! Your support during my job search made all the difference. Thank you for helping me take this next step in my career with confidence.”
S. S
University student
“Thank you for helping me improve my pronunciation. I sound more like a British English speaker. I like your teaching style.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers To Commonly Asked Questions
What subjects do you tutor?
I specialise in:
✅ GCSE & A-Level English & History – Helping students master exam techniques and achieve top grades.
✅ IELTS & Fluency Coaching – Supporting non-native English speakers in improving communication for exams and professional success.
✅ Classical Civilisation – Providing expert guidance on ancient history, culture, and literature.
✅ Initial Teacher Training & Diploma in Education and Training (DET) – Helping aspiring teachers qualify and develop their teaching skills.
✅ CPD (Continuing Professional Development) for Educators – Training teachers and professionals to enhance their expertise.
✅ School & Job Interview Preparation – Coaching students and professionals to excel in admissions and job applications.
How does coaching for interviews & confidence work?
I provide structured strategies, practice sessions, and mindset coaching to help students and professionals perform at their best in school interviews, university admissions, job interviews, and public speaking.
💡 Using a combination of proven techniques, I help individuals overcome nerves, build self-assurance, and develop a confident presence. My approach includes practical strategies for reducing anxiety, strengthening communication skills, and unlocking a success-oriented mindset.
Do you offer teacher training & consultancy?
Yes! I work with schools, educators, and curriculum developers to drive school improvement through:
✅Enhancing learning outcomes and developing effective, evidence-based teaching strategies.
✅Training teachers in English, EAL (English as an Additional Language), and New Arrivals support to promote inclusive learning.
✅Developing systems and processes to support student integration and whole-school planning for inclusive education.
✅Providing CPD (Continuing Professional Development) for teachers to strengthen pedagogy and classroom practice.
✅Supporting Initial Teacher Training (ITT) & Diploma in Education and Training (DET) for trainee teachers, ensuring high-quality teacher development.
✅Advising on curriculum design, policy development, and strategic planning to improve teaching, assessment, and student progress.
✅Working with senior leadership teams and Headteachers to create sustainable school-wide improvements that drive long-term success.
How is Positive Mind Tech’s approach different from other teaching or tutoring services?
At Positive Mind Tech, we don’t just teach—we empower. Unlike traditional tutoring, we take a personalised approach that focuses on how you learn best, building both skills and confidence to help you succeed.
✅Examiner and setter insights – With direct experience in exam assessment and question-setting, we teach you exactly what examiners look for to help boost your grades and performance.
✅Tailored learning approach – We find out how you learn best and adapt our methods to match your strengths.
✅Confidence coaching – Helping students overcome self-doubt, reduce anxiety, and feel in control under pressure.
✅Mind Motivation & Education™ Approach – Using accelerated learning techniques, fluency training, and exam strategies to make learning faster and more effective.
✅More than just passing exams – We help you build life-long learning skills, manage stress, and develop a mindset that supports success.
💡 This means I can guide students not just in subject knowledge, but also in exam technique, critical thinking, and structured responses that align with examiner expectations.
💡 Whether you're preparing for exams, interviews, or improving fluency, we focus on making learning work for you—so you feel prepared, capable, and confident in every challenge you face.
How does Positive Mind Tech’s training/consultancy differ from other providers?
✅We don’t just train teachers—we provide practical, classroom-tested strategies to improve student outcomes.
✅Unlike many providers, we specialise in EAL, fluency coaching, and advanced learning techniques.
✅We work with Headteachers, educators, and institutions to develop tailored, high-impact training programmes.
How do I get started?
Simple! Contact us today via email or WhatsApp to see how we can best support you.
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