WHO’S WHO

David Game is one of the UK’s foremost education entrepreneurs and philanthropists. A Mathematics scholar at New College, Oxford, he gained an MPhil in Number Theory from UCL. His enthusiasm and energy have helped him build a formidable network of independent schools and colleges both in Britain and abroad.  David Game acquired Westminster Tutors in 1993, and since then it has operated as a division of David Game College. David is a keen linguist and avid art collector: Westminster Tutors doubles up as a gallery exhibiting his varied collection of contemporary paintings. David’s head office is located in the same building as Westminster Tutors, and he is readily available if parents or students wish to see him.

David can be contacted via the details below.

86 Old Brompton Road
South Kensington
London
SW7 3LQ

Tel: 020 7584 1288

Virginia Maguire read English at UCL, and lectured in the English Department of Chiang Mai University, Thailand, for five years. She gained distinction in her MLitt in English Studies from Strathclyde University (by distance) and published various articles on sociolinguistics and aspects of Thai culture. On her return to the UK she took up the role of Director of Studies at David Game College and founded Uniprep, which offered specialist preparation for applications to highly competitive universities and degree courses.

In 2007, she took up the position of Principal at Westminster Tutors, which is part of the David Game College Group, and subsequently completed an MA in Educational Leadership at the UCL Institute of Education. In 2020, Virginia stepped down as Principal and continues in a part-time capacity as Senior Consultant and Director of Studies. Virginia’s commitment to Westminster Tutors is longstanding and unwavering as her own mother took her A levels at Westminster Tutors in the 1960s.

Will Bynoe gained his PhD in Philosophy from King’s College London in 2007 and subsequently worked as a research fellow at UCL. He received a PGCE from the Institute of Education in 2013. He joined Westminster Tutors in 2013, where he teaches Philosophy, Religious Studies and Sociology. During this time he has also been Director of Studies at the London Russian Ballet School and has designed educational resources for the British Museum. He has published three philosophy books for a general audience.

Monika Loewy is a teacher and practising psychotherapist. She obtained her PhD in English and Comparative Literature from Goldsmiths, University of London, where she was also a lecturer. She additionally holds an MSc in Psychotherapy from Birkbeck, University of London. Monika joined Westminster Tutors in 2019, where she teaches Psychology and serves as a mentor. Her scholarly contributions include the book Phantom Limbs and Body Integrity Identity Disorder, published by Routledge in 2020.

Lu Qian studied Economics at university in China before coming to the UK and studying first for a postgraduate diploma in Marketing and then an MA in Anthropology at Goldsmith’s College, London University. She has developed an interest in the law and studied law part time, and then later was called to the bar at Middle Temple. At Westminster Tutors Lu Qian is the person who keeps the show on the road: she is responsible for all timetabling arrangements, arranging teachers and revision courses, as well as fees and invoicing. Lu Qian also teaches Chinese A level.

Jason Poon studied German at UCL and then completed his PGCE at the Institute of Education. He is an experienced and well-qualified teacher and an expert administrator. Jason is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the college, including recording attendance, lateness and absence, and for arranging supervised study sessions and mock exams. Jason plays an important role in taking care of the students’ welfare, acting as the first point of contact for both them and their parents. Jason also acts as our Exams Officer and teaches German and French. In addition, Jason is a qualified access arrangements assessor and carries out tests for our students with learning difficulties in order to grant reasonable adjustments for exams.

Sarah Jane Johnson read Spanish and French at Exeter University before moving to Madrid where she completed an MBA course. On her return to the UK she worked in the travel and events industries while raising her son and daughter. She joined Westminster Tutors in 2023 as an administrator and exams invigilator. In her spare time Sarah Jane volunteers for a local foodbank and is Chair of the Friends of Bishops Park.

Penny brings a wealth of experience as our Chair of the Governance Advisory Board role, having served as a SENCo, Head of a PRU, and part of the leadership teams in state secondary schools. Her extensive educational leadership and consultant background and commitment to community service make her an invaluable addition to our college governance. Penny started her teaching career by earning a BA Hons (Middlesex) in English and an MA in Psychology for Education (UCL). She has achieved her NPQH and is a certified Executive Coach and Mentor from the British School of Coaching. She holds the college accountable for crucial functions, such as safeguarding, compliance, parental complaints, staff grievances, and whistle-blowing. Any college stakeholders may contact her directly at penny@westminstertutors.co.uk.