Students' Testimonials

Whenever I was stuck with a concept and my teacher’s support was not enough, Dorina would take her time to explain thoroughly to ensure that at the end of each lesson I would leave more confident. Dorina feels like a strict mom that really pushes you to do your best and will not accept mediocrity.

During my IB exams Dorina helped me to understand those few topics that I was really struggling with which made me feel much more confident going into the exams. I am now doing a masters in medicine and surgery at Humanitas University in Milan and owe my success to Dorina.

- Jayden I. (Honors Maths, IB Chem HL, IB Bio HL, IB Maths AA SL)

I had the privilege of working with Dorina during my Pre-Calculus and AP Calculus AB courses, and her guidance was instrumental in my academic success.

Beyond her academic expertise, Dorina is a truly wonderful person. She is genuinely invested in her students' success and goes above and beyond to ensure they feel confident and supported.

- Juan V.C. (Pre-Calc, AP Calc AB)

Tutoring with Dorina was always a great pleasure and assisted me largely in achieving my 7 in IB Biology (HL). She takes a systematic approach to the curriculum and guides you through the topics step by step before finalizing them with a holistic recap. Dorina takes an individualized approach to students' needs and is more than able to explain topics in great detail allowing students to succeed in exams. Her structured and detailed teaching also allowed me to easily revise all material for the final IB exams as notes became comprehensive and logically complete. Her tutoring helped me succeed in my IB Diploma allowing me to study at a top-tier business school, setting me up for a career in finance.

- Frederick M. (IB Bio HL)

Dorina’s tutoring made a huge difference in how I approached IB Biology. Her clear explanations and structured lessons helped me build a solid understanding of the subject, and her encouragement kept me motivated throughout the year.

With her support, I ended up getting much better grades than I expected. I’m now studying International Relations in Madrid, and I’m really grateful for the academic foundation she helped me build.

- Emma R. (IB Bio SL)

Dorina supported me while I was studying for the Honors Chem and AP Chem exams. Throughout those two years, I couldn’t have asked for a better tutor. She was always very helpful, supportive and understanding of what I needed in order to progress. Working with her was very easy-going and enjoyable, for I never felt as if I couldn’t come to her when I needed help. Four years on, I’m about to start my master’s at the University of Zurich and am incredibly grateful to have had Dorina’s support along the way!

- Max R. (Honors Chem, AP Chem)

In my 2 years of tutoring Honors Bio and AP Bio with Dorina I was able to gain an understanding of the topic that I wasn’t getting in class. Having a scheduled time to go through topics very clearly and with someone with a very strong understanding of the subject, I was able to slowly but surely understand what was needed to pass the AP Bio exam, which massively helped me get into Newcastle University.

- Toby A. (Honors Bio, AP Bio)

Dorina was always super flexible when it came to scheduling sessions, adjusting to my learning speed (especially if I was tired), or switching between online and in-person lessons during the pandemic. One of my favorite parts of learning with her was how fun it was to turn the notes from our sessions into pretty, organized study guides. Her explanations were already so clear, condensed, and full of simple memory tricks that it made revision a breeze. Dorina definitely helped me stay interested in the subject and kept my grades up with what honestly felt like minimal effort.

- Elena T. (IB Bio HL)

Dorina provided great support to me when I was doing Honors Maths, Pre-Calc, and AP Calculus AB. She provided a strict but supportive environment, pushing me to do as much as I could on my own before helping with the rest of the exercise. Even on ones where I was completely lost, she made sure I did another similar problem on my own after explaining.

This hands-on approach helped me immensely as it made me more confident in my own skills. I did struggle greatly with the course, but with Dorina’s help I was able to pass the exam with a 4 out of 5. I now study at the University of Zurich with an advanced understanding of calculus and maths in general.

- Elias S. (Honors Maths, Pre-Calc, AP Calc AB)

Dorina and I only had a few sessions together but I felt her approach really encouraged me to improve my timing and overall pace in the SAT. Thanks to her support, I ended up with a 1570 super score!

- Lucas C. (SAT)

It was a great pleasure having Dorina as my tutor during the IB. Not only did she help me achieve an outstanding score in Biology (6 out of 7), but our sessions were also genuinely enjoyable.

Her clarity, patience, and positivity made every lesson both productive and engaging. I always left each session feeling more confident and motivated.

- Konstantin M. (IB Bio HL)

Dorina was honestly the best tutor I could’ve asked for during the IB. I studied HL Biology and HL Chemistry with her, and her support made a huge difference. She was super flexible, incredibly patient, and always found new ways to explain things when I didn’t get them right away. She had the perfect mix of being friendly and structured—so I always felt comfortable saying “I’m stuck,” but still stayed motivated and focused. Learning with her was actually fun, even when the topics were tough. Thanks to her, I achieved fantastic grades in HL Bio and HL Chem, and hit the overall score I needed to get into my dream Bachelor’s program at IE University.

Dorina taught me to never give up, to stay curious and in love with learning, and to always show up, stay consistent, and put passion into whatever I do. That mindset has stayed with me ever since.

- Selina T. (IB Bio HL, IB Chem HL)

Dorina has been a great tutor for the past 2 years, offering help in IB Biology HL and IB Maths AI SL. Her knowledge of the IB has been super helpful during the years with preparation for internal assessments and the final exams. For the Maths exams we practiced several question types together and looked at past papers to ensure coverage of all topics, and for Biology we reviewed the topics in a comprehensive order and looked at several case studies which were very helpful when writing the IB exam.

I would recommend Dorina to anyone looking for help in any Maths or Science classes!

- Julia V. (IB Bio HL, IB Maths AI SL)

Dorina’s support in both Maths and ESS was truly invaluable during my studies. Through regular tutoring, she explained topics with clarity and patience, helping me gain confidence in subjects I once found challenging. Thanks to her guidance, I was able to excel in both subjects, and I even went on to further pursue them at university.

- Filipa B. (IB Maths AI SL, IB ESS SL)

Dorina played a crucial role in helping me improve my understanding and performance in the subject. Her clear explanations and patient guidance helped me tackle various difficult topics and boosted my confidence in my own academic capabilities. As a result, I was able to perform better on my exams and I regained belief in my potential. I am proud to share that I have since completed my first year in International Relations and Global Affairs at Università Cattolica of Milan.

- Emma F. (IB Bio HL)

Working with Dorina as my tutor for biology and chemistry was an incredibly valuable experience, especially during the lead-up to my IB exams. Her clear explanations, patience, and ability to break down complex concepts helped me build both confidence and a deeper understanding of the subjects. Dorina’s support not only improved my academic performance but also reduced a lot of the stress I felt around the exams. I’m now pursuing a career as an equine veterinarian.

- Elodie V. (IB Bio HL, IB Chem HL)

Dorina was a really great tutor. I liked that I could save the lesson videos to watch again later, which helped a lot with revision. She explained things very clearly and made sure I was involved throughout the session. Instead of just showing me how to solve problems, she encouraged me to do the math myself, which helped me understand and learn much better.

- Alejandro G. (IB Maths AI SL)

Dorina was an incredibly supportive and patient tutor, always making ESS easy to understand. The lessons were clear, engaging, and tailored to my learning style. She helped boost my confidence and motivation throughout the IB, and provided amazing revision resources and exam strategies.

Thanks to her support, I achieved a high grade in ESS. She was also amazing with the ESS IA, guiding me when I was overwhelmed, which saved me so much time and stress. Unlike other tutors, she truly understood how demanding the IB is and went above and beyond to support me through it.

- Colin R. (IB ESS SL)

Dorina is both a great person and an exceptional tutor. I went from struggling in chemistry to feeling the most prepared for that exam, and scored my 2nd highest grade on. In the 3 months leading up to the IB exams, she helped me cover 2 full years of chemistry syllabus, even teaching me units I did not even know were on the exam. Without her, I genuinely don’t think I would have passed.

She also went to great lengths to support me in Maths AA HL, spending countless nights and weekends. The hard work we put in together reinstilled my academic confidence, something I have carried with me into one of Europe’s top universities for Finance.

- Nicolo G. (IB Chem HL, IB Maths AA HL)

Working with Dorina was one of the best decisions I made during my IB journey. She helped me prepare for both the IB Biology exam and my written assignment, and I can honestly say that she changed the way I saw the subject. Before our sessions, I struggled to keep up and felt overwhelmed by all the content. But Dorina has a gift for explaining complex concepts in a way that just makes sense. Her passion for biology is contagious - she made learning fun, engaging, and genuinely enjoyable.

Thanks to her support, I not only gained confidence in the subject, but also earned a 6 out of 7 in IB Biology. More importantly, she helped me fall in love with biology.

Even now, seven years after graduating - and despite working in business, far removed from the world of science - I still remember the fundamentals she taught me. That’s how impactful her teaching was. She made the material so clear and enjoyable that it stuck with me all these years. I’m incredibly grateful for her guidance and support.

- Annabel C. (IB Bio HL)

My experience with Dorina tutoring me was fantastic as it set me up for success, not only throughout my IB years in HL Chemistry and Mathematics AA SL, but also for university (Columbia Law School). In fact, I doubt I could have survived organic chemistry without her incredible instruction and guidance.

She is patient and supportive, while still pushing you to strive and succeed. I would highly recommend her to anyone looking to improve their approach and knowledge of chemistry and maths!

- William L. (Honors Maths, Honors Chem, IB Chem HL, IB Maths AA SL)

Dorina’s tutoring sessions helped me so much, I felt like I understood the material in so much more depth than I did in my classes. She single-handedly helped me get my diploma, and made me feel very supported throughout the whole process! Dorina is a very kind and lovely person, and I’m very grateful to have had a person like her to help me through two challenging years of the IB Diploma program.

- Natasza S. (IB Bio HL, IB Maths AI SL)

Dorina was amazing at tailoring our lessons together to my needs. We created summary packets for my IB exams that were easy to digest and break down, which made even the most challenging topics feel manageable. She also matched her teaching style to my learning style, making every session engaging and productive. Her explanations were clear, and she always made sure I truly understood before moving on. She truly was the reason I did as well as I did in that course and would recommend her to anyone struggling to get on-top of the course load.

- Olivia C. (IB Bio HL)

​Dorina was an incredible tutor for ESS. She had a way of breaking down the material so it actually made sense to me, and that made such a big difference in how I approached the subject. She helped me feel confident walking into my IB exams, and thanks to her support, I felt fully prepared and achieved results I was really proud of (6/7). I’m really grateful for everything she did to help me succeed, and I would highly recommend her to any student looking for support and confidence in their studies!!

- Lena B. (IB ESS SL)

Working with Dorina on AP Biology and AP Chemistry was one of the best decisions I made in high school. Her clear explanations, patience, and structured approach made even the most difficult concepts feel manageable. She helped me immensely, not only in mastering the material but also in building effective study habits. Thanks to her support, I went into my AP exams feeling confident and prepared. I then studied Marine Biology in college.

- Victoria K. (AP Bio, AP Chem)

Dorina was extremely helpful in preparing me for my IB exams. She was always highly structured and well prepared, which ensured that we made the most of every class. Her teaching not only contributed directly to my exam success but also helped me build lasting habits in studying and learning! I went on to study business at ESADE.

- Pieter O. (IB Chem HL)

Dorina made a lasting impact on both my academic performance and my confidence. Dorina was incredibly patient and took the time to explain complex concepts in a way that made sense to me. Whenever I struggled to grasp something, she would adapt her teaching approach until it clicked.​​​​

What stood out even more was her unwavering encouragement. She constantly made me feel I was capable, even when I doubted myself, and that support made all the difference. Dorina is not only a gifted educator but also a genuinely kind and thoughtful person. I’m truly grateful for her guidance and would highly recommend her to any studentlooking for meaningful, effective support.

- Selina D. (Honors Maths, Honors Chem, AP Calc AB, AP Chem)

Before working with Dorina, I often felt completely lost in Biology and Environmental Systems and Societies. Concepts that once felt overwhelming or unclear became surprisingly easy to grasp thanks to the way she explains and structures the material. Dorina presents everything in an incredibly efficient and straightforward way — there’s no time wasted, and every session feels focused and productive. It’s also genuinely encouraging to see how much she cares about her students. You start to realize that it’s really not as hard as you think it is — and Dorina will help you get to that point. Working with her didn’t just improve my understanding — it completely transformed the way I approached the subject.

- Ellie B. (IB Bio HL, IB ESS SL)