About Me

I'm Alima, a qualified and experienced teacher turned 7+ and 11+ tutor. I have taught in state and independent preparatory schools across London and have tutored children from Year 1 to Year 6, though I specialise in 11+ and KS2 education.

With over a decade of teaching experience, I have a wealth of insight into how children learn best. I also have an academic background in psychology, I was Head of PSHE in a prep school for several years, and I am a qualified mindfulness teacher.

My mission has always been to make learning as enjoyable, effective, and emotionally supportive as possible for young minds. I believe children thrive when education is both structured and nurturing, where academic growth goes hand in hand with well-being.

That is why I founded Bright Minds Club, a calm and supportive space where children can enjoy learning, reach their academic goals, and build real confidence, whilst taking the pressure off parents during what can be a very stressful process.

Since leaving the classroom, I have tutored and supported children preparing for the 7+ and 11+ entrance exams. I have loved being part of their success. I now teach online small-group classes and courses in 11+ English and exam skills, helping as many children as possible from wherever they are.
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Three Ways to Work With Me


  1. Join my live weekly classes during term-time and school holidays. Small groups, online via Zoom, covering vocabulary and English skills for the 11+ exam.
  2. Join my self-paced recording and resources membership. Access recorded lessons and downloadable resources anytime, at your own pace and schedule.
  3. Download my free 11+ Vocab Guide. Get practical strategies you can start using at home this week, completely free.

Ready to Get Started?

Choose the option that works best for your family.

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Parent Feedback

“Alima was only tutor for our daughter's 11+ preparation.

Having started her preparation a year and a half before the tests, our daughter made excellent progress and received offers from all target schools, accepting an offer from Putney High.

She confidently passed the preparation period due to a well-planned preparation programme and a successful teaching style with interesting lessons and a friendly, optimistic atmosphere.”

Parent of Year 5 11+ Student

“We’ve had a truly outstanding experience with Alima, as she helped prepare our daughter for her 7+ exam.

Her approach was nothing short of brilliant—thoughtfully tailored, encouraging, and incredibly effective. She brought a great blend of patience, creativity, and insight to every session, always managing to strike the perfect balance between support and challenge.

Our daughter not only grew in confidence and understanding but genuinely looked forward to each lesson!

We’re incredibly grateful for the positive impact Alima has had and would highly recommend her to any family seeking a dedicated and inspiring tutor.”

Parent of Year 4 Student

“Alima was so patient and nurturing with our daughter.
She really valued her clear, structured approach and she made so much progress in her creative writing in just the space of a couple of weeks.
Her writing was noted as a strength by a school assessment which was a wonderful surprise! ”

Parent of Year 5 Student

Have a Question?

Whether you are unsure which option is right for your child, want to find out more about how I can help, or have a question about the 11+ process, I would love to hear from you.

Simply send me an email and I will get back to you as soon as possible.

Email Me: [email protected]