Shirley Zhang

Shirley Zhang

Currently approaching her final year of medical school at University College London, Shirley is an experienced tutor with a background in supporting students in their A levels and GCSE exams, and also helping medical applications to Oxbridge. She completed her preclinical years at Cambridge and graduated with a first in Psychology with a focus in cognitive neuroscience. While studying at Cambridge, she participating in multiple summer camps as a mentor to Chinese students aiming to apply to Oxbridge. 

Michael Zervos

Michael Zervos

Michael is a Cambridge graduate, he completed his BA in 2015 with a pre-clinical Medical Sciences and Social Anthropology degree, and is continuing studying clinical Medicine at UCL. While studying, Michael has worked extensively as a mentor and tutor, with a focus on science and medical school applications. His interests lie in psychiatry, obstetrics, medical anthropology and public health, and he hopes to combine his clinical practice with involvement in medical education.

Charles Bonas: Principal

Charles Bonas: Principal

Founder of Bonas MacFarlane, Charles was a music scholar at Harrow School, read History at Oriel College, Oxford, and studied at the College of Law in London.

James Phillips

James Phillips

James is a committed and enthusiastic tutor with experience tutoring students aged from 11 to 25. He holds a Geography degree from Oxford University and is experienced in tutoring for applications to Oxbridge, both for interviews and the TSA. James is also enjoys acting and hiking.

James Higgins: Head of Studies

James Higgins: Head of Studies

Prior to joining Bonas MacFarlane, James was head of year in a London school. He completed both his BA in Hispanic Studies and his MA in Politics at Sheffield.

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