TUTOR PROFILES

Co-founder of Smash Your Exams Education & Computer Science Expert

James is a highly experienced teacher, tutor, and educational leader with over 17 years of experience in the classroom and beyond. He has taught Computer Science and ICT at Key Stage 3, GCSE, and A Level in schools across the North East, where he held leadership roles including Head of Department and Key Stage Coordinator. Under his leadership, student outcomes consistently ranked in the top 4% nationally.

As the Subject Lead for Computer Science at Save My Exams, James leads a team of expert teachers and education professionals to produce revision resources used by over 2 million students worldwide every month. His work ensures that students, parents, and teachers alike can rely on high-quality, exam-focused content to support learning and boost results.

James is also the co-founder and director of Smash Your Exams, where he continues to tutor students directly and support schools through consultancy. His mission is simple: to make Computer Science engaging, accessible, and successful for all learners.

He is especially passionate about topics like binary logic, hexadecimal, and networking hardware—always encouraging students to think critically and decode exam questions clearly. One of his top revision reminders is:

James has also led digital strategy in schools, playing a key role in implementing 1:1 device programmes and embedding Google Workspace tools to support remote and blended learning. He helped transform the school’s virtual learning environment, ensuring it worked for both teachers and students.

At Smash Your Exams, James brings all this experience together—offering expert tutoring, clear revision content, and a deep understanding of what students need to succeed.