Private IGCSE, IB & A Level Maths and Science Tutor — Mumbai & Online Fifteen years spent on the years that matter most.
One-to-one mentoring in Mathematics and the Sciences — IGCSE, IB and Cambridge, in Mumbai and online.
Your first session is free: a real lesson, an assessment, and a short written plan for what to work on first.
Start learning before you even message me.
Three free tools I built for my own students, now open to everyone. Practise like the real exam, revise from clear notes, and explore concepts visually.
Fresh exam-style papers, every time
Build a practice paper on exactly the topics you need, then mark it with a full mark scheme.
Build a paper → NEW ▤ResourcesChapter notes & night-before sheets
Clear notes with diagrams for every chapter, plus exam-focused summary sheets to read the night before.
Download notes → ⚗The LabSee the science move
Interactive simulations that turn abstract concepts into something you can play with and understand.
Enter the Lab →The difference isn't effort. It's what the effort is aimed at.
Grades follow understanding, and understanding follows discipline — most tuition stops at the first sentence.
Meet Your Academic Mentor
Before you reach out, a short introduction — who this mentoring is for, and how it works.
The Student Journey
Same student. Six stages. A different trajectory by the end.
Confused Student
Concepts feel scattered; marks are inconsistent.
Conceptual Understanding
The fundamentals start to genuinely make sense.
Discipline
Consistent habits replace last-minute cramming.
Confidence
Exam anxiety eases; problems stop feeling like threats.
Independent Learning
Works through new problems without hand-holding.
Academic Excellence
Consistent results, sat with genuine understanding.
What's taught, and where.
Mathematics
Grades 9–12
Physics
Grades 9–12
Chemistry
Grades 9–10
Biology
Grades 9–10
Numbers, not adjectives.
Including multiple Cambridge board toppers, across students in Mumbai and abroad.
Real students. Real progress.
Four Years of Mentoring, Beyond the Syllabus
Needed a strong foundation and steady long-term academic guidance from the start.
Far more than tutoring — consistent support across her entire academic journey, for four years.
Significant academic and personal growth, guided through every crucial stage.
"Riyaz was with Sarah during her crucial years of academic development — not just tutoring her subjects, but also being there for her throughout the journey in becoming who she is now."— Ruchi, Parent of Sarah
- Four years of consistent academic mentoring
- Foundation built gradually, not rushed
- Long-term decisions supported at every step
From Single-Digit Scores to Grade 12 Confidence
Grade 9 student scoring in low single digits, fearful and lacking self-belief.
Understood her shortcomings first, rather than rushing straight into performance.
Now a confident, resilient Grade 12 student, unafraid of tough questions.
"The greatest turnaround wasn't just the improvement in marks, but witnessing her become a confident student."— Pinky, Mother of Niyati
- Academic self-confidence rebuilt from scratch
- Greater independence and resilience
- Grade 9 self-doubt to Grade 12 confidence
No Question Left Unanswered
Wanted a teacher who'd leave no doubt unresolved, not just complete the syllabus.
Two years of rare patience — never moving on until every question was fully understood.
A learning experience she still misses, even after moving out of Mumbai.
"To me, that is what a personalised private education is all about — having a teacher who makes sure that all the questions are cleared and there is no doubt left in the minds of the learner."— Abhijeet, Father of Addya
- Two years of consistent, personalised mentoring
- Patient, thorough approach to resolving doubts
- A bond that lasted well beyond her time in Mumbai
From Self-Doubt to Independent Learning
Lacked confidence and struggled academically.
Understood how she learns before touching the syllabus, then rebuilt concepts alongside confidence.
Studying independently and answering tricky questions with confidence, within months.
"What impressed us most was that Riyaz Sir understood how she learns before focusing on the syllabus. Within months she became capable of studying independently and answering tricky questions confidently."— Anjali, Parent
- Independent learner
- Strong confidence
- Better academic performance
Making Difficult Subjects Feel Simple
Complex concepts felt overwhelming.
Focused on conceptual understanding, patience and clarity instead of rushing through chapters.
Learning became enjoyable, and confidence improved.
"His patience and clear explanations made difficult subjects so much easier to understand. Learning from him has been a wonderful experience."— Vera, Student
- Conceptual clarity
- Positive attitude
- Academic confidence
Trusted by Parents
Parents wanted a mentor, not just another tutor.
Long-term mentoring, clear communication and personal attention.
Confidence in both academic progress and personal growth.
"Riyaz Shaikh is an excellent teacher. I highly recommend him for IGCSE."— Mansi, Parent
- Parent trust
- Premium mentoring
- Long-term relationships
Is this the right fit for your child?
Three quick questions — get a tailored answer, then message directly if it's a fit.
What grade is your child in?
Which board?
What's the main concern right now?
Fifteen years, one focus.
Riyaz Shaikh mentors students one-to-one through Grades 9 to 12, across the IGCSE, IB, Cambridge and international curricula — treating each student as an individual case, not a syllabus to complete.
Mumbai, one-to-one
Began mentoring individually, then extended into IB, Cambridge and international curricula.
Teaching online
Began mentoring students across the UK, Japan, Oman, UAE and China.
Mentoring, full-time
The same one-to-one approach, refined over fifteen years of results.
Before you reach out.
IGCSE, IB, Cambridge and international curricula, for Grades 9 through 12, in Mathematics and the Sciences.
Both. In-person sessions run in Mumbai; online sessions are held for students in the UK, Japan, Oman, UAE, China and elsewhere.
Every plan is personalised to the student's current level, board and timeline — this is discussed directly before mentoring begins.
Yes. The Paper Generator, the chapter notes and night-before sheets in Resources, and the Lab are free for every student — no sign-up needed.
Fees depend on grade, board and format, and are discussed after the free first session, once we both know what your child needs.
Start with a short WhatsApp message with your child's grade, board and subject. The first session is free: a real lesson that also shows where your child stands, followed by a short written plan. There's no obligation.
No pressure. Just a clear next step.
WhatsApp conversation
A short, no-obligation message to understand what your child needs.
Parent discussion
A call or chat to talk through goals, board, and current standing.
Free first session
A real lesson that doubles as an assessment. Your child sees how I teach; you get a short written note on strengths and gaps.
Personalised learning plan
A plan built around the student's board, pace and gaps — not a template.
Long-term mentorship
Ongoing sessions focused on results, confidence and independence.
Fifteen minutes is usually enough to know if this is the right fit for your child.
Message on WhatsAppA wider audience for the same ideas.
@NumNoggin on Instagram
Short, mind-bending mathematics content for a general audience — the same instinct for making concepts click, in a different format.