Philosophy, Religious Studies, Theology
An Oxford Philosophy and Theology graduate and Religious Studies teacher at Tonbridge School, Simon distils complex ideas into manageable chunks so students understand how a whole topic fits together.
Simon was educated at Reigate Grammar School and read Philosophy and Theology at Oriel College, Oxford, gaining the top mark across the whole Philosophy Faculty in the Aristotelian Ethics finals paper. He gained his PGCE in Religious Studies through the University of Buckingham at the highest level and a postgraduate qualification in Philosophy with Distinction from Birkbeck, University of London.
Simon began his teaching career as a Graduate Assistant at St Edward’s School, Oxford, then taught at Ardingly College before joining Tonbridge School in 2015, where he held sporting and pastoral roles including Assistant Housemaster of a boys’ boarding house. He has worked with Oxbridge applicants and students with specific SEND requirements, and has privately tutored sixth formers to reach the goals they set for their final exams.
Simon believes that teaching Philosophy and Theology well means breaking complex concepts into manageable chunks. By building a systematic understanding of how a topic fits together, he empowers students to take ownership of their studies, and brings plenty of enthusiasm to every lesson.
