Clayton Miles Tutors and Clayton Miles Tuition
UK Tutors allows you to find Clayton Miles teachers in your local area and across the UK. Our Clayton Miles home tutors offer popular subjects like English, Maths and Physics as well as other niche subjects such as Portuguese. Our private Clayton Miles home tutors also cater for Entrance exams, SATs, GCSEs and A-Levels home tuition all around Clayton Miles.
Our simple search will list private tutors in your local area according to their proximity from you. The subjects we offer include, but are not limited to, English, Maths and Physics from primary level through to GCSE, A-Level as well as undergraduate level tuition. Also before making final arrangements with a tutor you can check they cover your syllabus (such as AQA, EdExcel or OCR exam boards) before releasing their contact details and commencing tuition.
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Availability: Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / Online
Info: Friendly and informal, I tailor tutoring to individual needs. I am married with a young family and enjoy the flexibility that tutoring gives me with my business hours. I see tutoring as a valuable resource for the student who can gain great insight ...
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Personal Description:
Friendly and informal, I tailor tutoring to individual needs. I am married with a young family and enjoy the flexibility that tutoring gives me with my business hours. I see tutoring as a valuable resource for the student who can gain great insight in a one to one session
Teaching Experience:
I have been a personal tutor for over 12 years, helping many students with maths and sciences, mostly at GCSE level. In addition I have experience as a Lecturer at The University of Huddersfield and at Wakefield District College. Where I taught computer science and I.T.
Since 2000 I have been looking to focus more on music and to develop this as my specialism. I can assist with Music theory up to around Grade 5 and Piano and Keyboards from beginner to intermediate level.
Tutoring Approach:
Individually tailored to the student. I prefer a sytematic approach, followed up by individual study by the student. I regularly assess student progress to ensure full understanding and encourage background reading for breadth of knowledge.
Subjects
- Music
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£15 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£15 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£20 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£20 p.h.)
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Online
Info: I am a 37 year old tutor based in Lewes. For the past fifteen years I have been teaching pupils of all ages and abilities in many different capacities and have an excellent success rate with my pupils. I also work with children with MLD & behaviou ...
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Personal Description:
I am a 37 year old tutor based in Lewes. For the past fifteen years I have been teaching pupils of all ages and abilities in many different capacities and have an excellent success rate with my pupils.
I also work with children with MLD & behavioural challenges as with adults of all ages and nationalities.
Should you wish to use me, you would encounter a tutor easy to relate to and learn from in an enjoyable and easy environment. I believe a student who is at ease with their tutor is far more likely to progress no matter where they are starting from!
I am actively seeking more online pupils and offer a discount for all online pupils (must be of secondary age or above).
Some reviews from previous parents:
"Rob tutored our son for a few months in preparation for 11+ exams and has been amazing at it! Although we have now stopped the lessons due to moving country, we have seen great progress in our son's abilities. Rob has been very methodical and able to recognise our son's weak areas and work on them. He particularly helped our son in his creative writing tasks! We couldn't recommend Rob more. We would be reaching out to him again if we need to in the future." (Katia and her 10 yr old son Max Secondary Entrance Exams)
"Rob has been my tutor for AS AQA Drama Theory for nearly three months now and I am thrilled with the progress I have made thanks to our lessons. Rob is an encouraging and engaging teacher and his lessons have allowed me to improve from a grade C to consistent A's in a fraction of time. I cannot recommend him enough for anyone who is looking for a one to one tutor in order to boost their grades." (Kate, 18, A-Level Drama Resit)
"Excellent work in preparing my daughter for her 11+ entrance exam (English and Math). Knowledgeable, great in explaining and keeping her interested in the subjects. Great manner and dedication, always punctual and extreamely reliable. Would not wish for a different tutor in this important time for our daughter" (Davorin and his 10 yr old daughter Sana, City of London School entrance examinations)
"Rob tutored my daughter for GCSE English. She found these sessions hugely helpful and enjoyed them even. At the time of writing this she does not have her results but she she is certainly more confident than she ever has been. Rob was very reliable and punctual. I would whole heartily recommend him as an English tutor." (Deborah and her 16 yr old daughter Yael who struggled with dyslexia, GCSE English. Yael went up from a predicted D to a B)
Teaching Experience:
St Bees School 1998-present: Various unpaid voluntary work. Drama work-shop leader on summer-camp. Directing, play-writing, and work-shopping school Junior & Senior plays
2002: Clementine School, Hong Kong EFL Teaching Assistant. Assisting head English language teacher
2002: Hong Kong Institute for young offenders. Spanish Teacher. Teaching basic Spanish to young non English speaking offenders prior to their exchange to Chile
2005-2006: Private Tuition (Ashtead, Surrey) Private tutor. Various pupils for Spanish, English Literature, Drama & English language
2006-Present: Southwark Council. Supply Teaching with 'Classroom' agency. Work with children from mainstream, secondary & primary PRUs and learning difficulty schools.
Private Tuition (Paddington) Private tutor
Government-funded scheme to increase literacy levels amongst primary school pupils
2006-Present: Private Tuition in in all subjects and age ranges offered throughout London.
Tutoring Approach:
I believe one to one private tuition requires a tutor who can adapt to the needs of the pupil. Ideally (although not crucially-entirely online is also possible) I would wish to meet the pupil initially to establish how they may best be assisted and what the pupil's key areas of concern are. Each mind, young or old, needs different approaches and I believe my strongest ability is an adaptability to meet the varying needs and requirements of every student.
My approach, in most cases would be to follow a curriculum, finding out where their difficulties lie within this curriculum and how it would be best to resolve them.
I tend to use past papers when it comes to exam based tuition as this is ultimately what they will be faced with come exam time! However, when I have a pupil for longer there is more scope for more imaginative teaching or simply assistance with difficult homework.
With each of my previous pupils I have needed and been able to assist them in a way that is individually appealing to them and I have never had a pupil who has not achieved their desired results.
Subjects
- Drama
- GCSE or Standards (£35 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£35 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£35 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£35 p.h.)
- English
- 11+ (secondary) (£35 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£35 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£35 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£35 p.h.)
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / Online
Info: Hello I am a 35 years old Mathematics and Statistics Teacher and I have been told I am "PROBABLY THE BEST MATH`S TUTOR IN BRENTWOOD AREA" THE RESULTS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES!!!! Only last year I helped over 40 students at all levels and the ...
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Personal Description:
Hello
I am a 35 years old Mathematics and Statistics Teacher and I have been told I am
"PROBABLY THE BEST MATH`S TUTOR IN BRENTWOOD AREA"
THE RESULTS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES!!!!
Only last year I helped over 40 students at all levels and the results have been outstanding!!!!!!!
Friendly, approachable and a patient tutor. I have sound knowledge and am very enthusiastic. I enjoy working with children and can motivate encourage them to getting better results. The feedback I have received from pupils is that I can explain the concepts in a way which is easy for them to understand and am very approachable, friendly which creates an atmosphere very conducive to learning. I have tutored on a one-to-one basis as well as in small groups. I am very trustworthy and fully CRB checked.
The services I offer include: Home work support, revision lessons, catch up lessons, online lessons including exam techniques.
I do ONLINE TUITION on Skype for students at all levels from anywhere in the UK and all over the world. This is a totally hassle free service that has multiple advantages: DOESN'T require any travelling or any travelling fees to pay by parents, in front of the computer could be more than one student, cheaper, reliable and with same results as face to face tuition.
I strongly recommend this service !!!
If you want to give your child a brighter future don`t hesitate to contact me. Areas willing to travel:Brentwood, Shenfield, Billericay, Ongar, Ingatestone, Chelmsford, Hornchurch, Harold Wood, Upminster and surroundings.
A-level, IB, GCSE, KS3, Primary
MATH`S=FUN=SUCCESS
Teaching Experience:
I have been teaching the subject of Mathematics for more than 15 years.
Tutoring Approach:
The services I offer include: Home work support, revision lessons, catch up lessons, including exam techniques.
If you want to give your child a brighter future don't hesitate to contact me!!!!
Brentwood, Billericay, Shenfield, Ingatestone, Ongar, Hornchurch, Harold Wood and all UK for Online Tuition.
A-level, IB, GCSE, KS3, KS2, Primary
PS: I am able to do HOME SCHOOLING as I only work part time in a college.
Note: Only 11 slots available for 2018/2019 school year !!!!!!
Subjects
- Maths
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£20 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£22 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£23 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£25 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£25 p.h.)
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home / Online
Info: I am a PhD mathematician, with a special interest in applied mathematics and statistics. I worked for some years in University departments as a tutor and then lecturer. More recently I have worked for almost two decades in industry as a mathematician ...
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Personal Description:
I am a PhD mathematician, with a special interest in applied mathematics and statistics. I worked for some years in University departments as a tutor and then lecturer. More recently I have worked for almost two decades in industry as a mathematician at a prestigious research centre in Cambridge. I am familiar with many aspects of secondary education through my children who both completed their A levels at Hills Road 6th form college. My son has just begun reading Economics at London School of Economics while my daughter obtained a first class honours degree from Oriel College Oxford.
I have succesfully tutored a large number of A level students in both Mathematics and Physics from a wide variety of Sixth form colleges in the Cambridge area. I also teach International studnets who wish to gain entry to the UK University system.
My approach is interactive and encourages the student not to underestiante thier own ability. My experience is that many students are more talenetd in Mathematics than they realise themselves; the key is to gain the confidence to grow and develop to achive your goals.
Teaching Experience:
I have taught Mathematics and Physics, to A level students from a wide variety of Sixth form Colleges in the Cambridge area. I have also taught International students from many different countries but especially China. I also have particular experience of teaching Mathematics to people whose primary interests lie in Business studies and in Engineering. I also gained valuable insight into adult education when I taught adult part-time students.
I have also provided tutorials for students with many different requirements including A level and undergraduate Physics & Mathematics courses and, for example, GMAT Mathematics prep for MBA entrance exams.
I am self-employed as a private tutor and employed as a University Foundation tutor in Mathematics and Statistics at Cambridge Regional College and previously at Bell School Cambridge.
Tutoring Approach:
The details of the correct approach vary from one tutee to another, but the principles remain the same. I seek to establish the student's ability within the context of a given aim and to then set realistic objectives.
I think that most students have more mathematical ability than they themselves believe; this can be brought out in a positive fashion once negative stereotypes are discarded. Also the application of mathematics to the real world can be exciting and profitable.
Parental Comment
Hi Brian,
I hope you're enjoying the Summer break.
I just wanted to let you know that Kalen has a A* for maths and an A for further Maths. He's very pleased with this and on behalf of him I'd like to say thank you so much for all your help.
Overall he got A*A*AAB and is off to Warwick to do a general engineering course.
Thanks again Brian,
Suneela
STUDENT COMMENTS
August 2018
Dear Brian,
I have just received my results and wanted to let you know that I have an A* in A level maths !!!! I am very happy thank you for all your support and help I couldn't have done it without you!
Kind regards,
Alice B :-)
September 2018 (from Durham University student)
Hi Brian,
I just thought I would let you know, that with your help, I went from a 30 to an 85 in my retake. Thank you so much for all your help.
Kind regards,
Jake
Dear Brian. I found our tutorials very helpful and feel much more able to hit the ground running when I return to Oxford. I will be sure to recommend you to anyone else I know in need of tuition.
Peter N, returning undergraduate.
Brian helped me to revise my university maths before starting an MSc course 10 years after completing my undergraduate degree. He was patient, non-judgmental of my rusty abilities, and gave useful examples of mathematical problems to help explain some very difficult concepts. He is very reliable and a pleasure to work with. I would have no problem recommending Brian to others and would certainly see him again for further tuition should the need arise.
David C, returning graduate student
Another parent comment
Brian is helping my daughter who attends Hills Road with both physics and maths and she has just had her fifth session. This is the first time with have engaged with a personal tutor so really wasn't sure what we were doing and started out with some trepidation. We soon were able to ensure that the hour we spent with Brian was really productive and useful. Brian has been really helpful and and this has increased my daughters confidence and knowledge which is exactly what we were hoping for.
New student comments
I'm just emailing to tell you that my physics unit 2 exam went quite well. There were only a few small questions that I couldn't answer. I will tell you my result when I get them on the 14th of August. I must thank you for helping me over the past few months. I really have no clue how badly these exams would have gone if you did not help me. Thank you so much for your help.
Calum M AS Physics student.
Subjects
- Physics
- GCSE or Standards (£37 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£45 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£55 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£45 p.h.)
- Maths
- GCSE or Standards (£37 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£45 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£55 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£45 p.h.)
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (evenings)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home / Online
Info: 28 years of living and working in Germany now resident in Dalton in Furness. ...
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Personal Description:
28 years of living and working in Germany now resident in Dalton in Furness.
Teaching Experience:
City & Guilds PTLLS qualified , fully CRB checked, have taught evening courses for Adult Education and private students.
Tutoring Approach:
We are all individuals and teaching should be adapted to each individual. Relax and enjoy!
Subjects
- German
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£18 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£18 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£22 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£25 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£25 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£25 p.h.)
Availability: Weekdays (evenings)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you
Info: I am a motivated, organised and friendly young woman. I love working with children and I am passionate about sport. I want to become a teacher and I am currently working as a classroom assistant at a high school. I am mainly in maths supporting found ...
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Personal Description:
I am a motivated, organised and friendly young woman. I love working with children and I am passionate about sport. I want to become a teacher and I am currently working as a classroom assistant at a high school. I am mainly in maths supporting foundation and higher curriculum at key stage 3 and 4 . I received an A at maths at GCSE and understand the curriculum fully. I studied Sport Science with Coaching at Northumbria University. I have had substantial experience in numerous schools and with a range of departments. I am very capable of working one on one with children and also with groups of children.
Teaching Experience:
I have had work placements at Haydon Bridge High School teaching P.E to ages 13-18 for a period of 6 weeks, then assisting various classes for 75 hours over 4 months. I undertook several roles; teacher, clasroom assistant, organiser of fixtures and one on one tutor. I also returned to Haydon Bridge High school as a volunteer, assisting in P.E lessons.
I am currently emplyed as a classroom assistant at Queen Elizabeth High school. My main role is to work with one or two children with Special Educational Needs within the classroom supporting their learning. I may also have to work with a whole class, supporting all the children. It is vital for my role that I understand and can teach the curriculum, as I may have to work outside the classroom with the child and will need to tutor them in that subject area. The majority of the students I am currently working with have made progress since I have been put with them and other students are asking to be placed with me or for me to put on revision sessions for them.
Tutoring Approach:
Every child is unique. They each have their own way of learning and have different abilities in a variety of areas. This can not always be addressed within a school environment, as it can be difficult to differentiate the topic which is being taught to a large number of pupils. I understand that each child will work at a different rate therefore my rate and style of teaching will alter to suit the student. I believe that tutoring is about guiding a child to find their own way towards an answer and not making them follow your way as they may not understand the process which you have followed. I can also comprehend the amount of work which students are having to complete weekly, thus I would not supply them with a large workload alongside their normal studies.
Subjects
- PE / Sport Science
- GCSE or Standards (£22 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£25 p.h.)
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (evenings)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / Online
Info: After finishing a BSc Maths course and with over three years & 1000+ hours of one-to-one tuition under my belt, I want to share the understanding I have with as many people as possible. Love getting to know new people and tailoring lessons to match s ...
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Personal Description:
After finishing a BSc Maths course and with over three years & 1000+ hours of one-to-one tuition under my belt, I want to share the understanding I have with as many people as possible. Love getting to know new people and tailoring lessons to match specific needs. Confident tutoring Maths to all abilities, particularly for GCSE and A level.
Teaching Experience:
8+ years/1000+hours one-to-one tuition in maths. I have helped out people ages 8 to adult with a wide range of abilities and goals. Particular qualifications taught include GCSE, AS/A2 (including mechanics, stats, further maths), CIMA, Open university, QTS Numeracy, 1st year mechanics/engineering, etc
Tutoring Approach:
I have a relaxed approach focusing on getting to know potential tutees, figuring out any current barriers to success and building on personal strengths while identifying and working on eliminating weaknesses through greater understanding, practise and confidence-building.
Subjects
- Maths
- GCSE or Standards (£30 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£30 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£35 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£35 p.h.)
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home / Online
Info: I am Latin and English teacher based in Oldfield Park, Bath. I have been teaching at Kingswood School in Bath since September 2019. ...
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Personal Description:
I am Latin and English teacher based in Oldfield Park, Bath. I have been teaching at Kingswood School in Bath since September 2019.
Teaching Experience:
I began teaching English to speakers of other languages in 2010 shortly after completing my CELTA qualification. Initially, I taught university students and young adults at language colleges in London, Perth and Sydney. In 2012 I was accepted onto the Teach First Leadership Development Programme, and began teaching English and Latin to students in a challenging secondary school in Chatham, Medway. In 2013 I moved back to London and began working in the Independent Sector, teaching Latin and Classical Civilization to GCSE and A-level. During this time I also privately tutored students for AS and A2 Latin examinations. Since September 2016 I have been working at a preparatory school, preparing students for the demands of Common Entrance and Scholarship Exams.
Tutoring Approach:
Tutoring is all about relationships. If the tutor and tutee have a relationship based on mutual respect, they will work hard for one another, and good results will come naturally.
Subjects
- Latin
- GCSE or Standards (£45 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£55 p.h.)
Availability: Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: From their home / Online
Info: Hello, I am a fully-qualified and experienced Russian as a foreign language teacher based in Scotland. Russian is my native language and I will be happy to assist you in learning it. I am originally from Moscow, Russia. In 2016 I moved to Scotland ...
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Personal Description:
Hello, I am a fully-qualified and experienced Russian as a foreign language teacher based in Scotland. Russian is my native language and I will be happy to assist you in learning it.
I am originally from Moscow, Russia. In 2016 I moved to Scotland due to personal reasons. I live in Dunfermline, Fife.
I offer lessons from my home in Dunfermline, and online tuition. My house is conveniently located in the heart of Scotland and is near major transport links (M90, A92), easily accessible from anywhere.
Teaching Experience:
I hold a bachelor with honours degree in Linguistics (Theory and Methods of Teaching Foreign Languages and Cultures) from Moscow State Pedagogical (Teacher Training) University (2016). I have also received a certificate from Moscow State University Russian Language Centre (2017), qualifying as a teacher of Russian as a foreign language.
I have been teaching languages for more than 8 years. My specialisation is teaching adults. I am proud to say that I am truly passionate about my profession and what I do. Prior to moving to the UK, I was teaching English. I also have experience in preparing students for examinations at the University of Edinburgh.
I try to advance in my profession, constantly improving my materials, skills, methods, techniques, and knowledge. I make my own materials, flashcards and exercises. I also dedicate a fair amount of time to learning new methods, techniques and self-improving.
Reviews from other websites are available on request.
Tutoring Approach:
Place. I can offer one-to-one Russian language lessons in Dunfermline and online tutoring (via Skype) as well.
Materials. Books and resources are provided by me. You will also receive digital and/or printed materials and assignments. My students have access to my custom grammar and vocabulary flashcards for every lesson, that help you learn and memorise words more effectively. I am also collecting useful resources and websites, and I am happy to share that collection with you.
My principles and goals as a teacher:
Friendly and healthy environment during the lessons.
Personal approach reflecting my students' abilities, goals and interests.
Interesting and engaging lessons with a variety of activities.
Dedicating some to speaking during every lesson, gradually moving towards speaking Russian only.
Focusing not only on grammar and vocabulary, but also on pronunciation skills.
Teaching how the language works, providing in-depth understanding of its system and rules in a simple way.
Using a combination of traditional and modern materials and ways of learning.
Teaching how to think in the language spoken.
Providing my students with information about Russia and our culture and traditions.
Subjects
- Russian
- Further/Higher (university) (£25 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£25 p.h.)
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (evenings)
Types of Tutoring: Online
Info: I am a 19 year old apprentice in Oxford who has always had a strong interest and competency in mathematics. I am friendly, approachable and have a passion for helping others improve. My other passions include sport, particularly weightlifting. ...
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Personal Description:
I am a 19 year old apprentice in Oxford who has always had a strong interest and competency in mathematics.
I am friendly, approachable and have a passion for helping others improve.
My other passions include sport, particularly weightlifting.
I believe that with hard work and the correct positive mindset, people have the ability to achieve great accomplishments and meet their goals.
Teaching Experience:
I have previously tutored a GCSE level student, as well as running training sessions at work for clients/new colleagues.
Tutoring Approach:
I believe in order for a student to achieve their potential, they must enjoy they way in which they are being taught maths. I therefore think it is important to tailor the way in which maths is taught to each student to make learning more entertaining and engaging.
Subjects
- Maths
- 11+ (secondary) (£20 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£20 p.h.)
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (evenings)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home
Info: Hello! I would consider myself a patient tutor with experience. My preference is to hold in person lessons with my students and teach them to understand the topics, rather than to just pass the exam. ...
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Personal Description:
Hello! I would consider myself a patient tutor with experience. My preference is to hold in person lessons with my students and teach them to understand the topics, rather than to just pass the exam.
Teaching Experience:
I am a female maths tutor with 5 years experience teaching the subject to all abilities for GCSE and KS3. I am also familiar with Edexcel, OCR and AQA exam boards. If you have an alternative exam board, I would be happy to look into this as well. My preference is to hold in person lessons.
My own qualifications include studying maths within my Economics degree as well as at A-Level. I also have a DBS check which is available on request, as well as references.
Tutoring Approach:
I help students prepare for exams, work on class work with them where they need guidance with and help them improve in a particular subject that they're struggling in. I am also familiar with Edexcel, OCR and AQA exam boards. If you have an alternative exam board, I would be happy to look into this as well. My preference is to hold in person lessons with my students and teach them to understand the topics, rather than to just pass the exam.
Subjects
- Maths
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£30 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£35 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£40 p.h.)
Availability: Weekdays (evenings)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / Online
Info: I'm 55 years old, married with two children and three grandchildren. I'm patient and personable, relaxed and professional. My hobbies currently revolve around entertaining my young grandchildren, and reading and gaming when I have time. I am also a p ...
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Personal Description:
I'm 55 years old, married with two children and three grandchildren. I'm patient and personable, relaxed and professional. My hobbies currently revolve around entertaining my young grandchildren, and reading and gaming when I have time. I am also a part-time pastor of a small Christian church in Southport.
I attended Liverpool John Moores University as a mature student and was awarded a first class degree in English Literature and American Studies. I subsequently completed a PGCE course at the University of Liverpool and qualified as a secondary school teacher in 2000.
Teaching Experience:
For 23 years, I was a member of the English Department at Sacred Heart Catholic College (now Academy) in Crosby, Liverpool. In that time, I taught students from 11-18 and gained experience in whole class teaching and individual and small group tuition. I helped develop schemes of work and lesson plans, and was also a head of year for three years. For many years, I ran after school clubs including a role playing group and a school fiction magazine.
Since 2023, I have been working as a supply teacher at a range of schools in the area, including a year-long stint at Meols Cop High School in Southport from September 2024-July 2025.
Tutoring Approach:
I have had limited experience of private tutoring, but my approach is to assess tutees' strengths and weaknesses through fairly straightforward baselining and focused questioning. Once areas for improvement have been identified, more specific activities will be designed depending on the needs of the tutee. These will invariably involve practice of some kind - whether of writing or reading skills - followed by a discussion of how to improve.
English is a more skills-based than knowledge-based subject. In my experience, most students are well aware of the areas in which they need more help, but struggle with how to develop those areas - precisely because they are not something which can be addressed simply by acquiring or reinforcing knowledge. Having a tutor to talk to helps - to identify and improve those skills which students need to succeed. My aim is to provide practical, easily understood advice, tailored to the tutee's unique circumstances and structured to give them confidence in the subject.
Subjects
- English
- 11+ (secondary) (£25 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£25 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£25 p.h.)
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