Innerleithen Reading & Writing skills Tutors and Innerleithen Reading & Writing skills Tuition
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Subjects: Maths | Reading & Writing skills | English
Availability: Weekdays (evenings)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you
Info: My name is Joseph. Please call me Joe. I am retired and enjoy water colouring, swimming and computing but most of all I enjoy the challenge of helping young people to develop their learning skills. ...
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Availability: Weekdays (evenings)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you
Info: My name is Joseph. Please call me Joe. I am retired and enjoy water colouring, swimming and computing but most of all I enjoy the challenge of helping young people to develop their learning skills. ...
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Personal Description:
My name is Joseph. Please call me Joe. I am retired and enjoy water colouring, swimming and computing but most of all I enjoy the challenge of helping young people to develop their learning skills.
Teaching Experience:
Before I retired I was head teacher of a Primary School for 21 years. This allowed me to gain a great insight into all aspects of the needs of Primary age pupils. It also provided me with the challenge of how best to provide for those needs. Prior to working in Primary Education I taught in the fields of Junior Secondary Education and Special Needs (with pupils ranging from eight to sixteen years and with multiple disabilities).
Tutoring Approach:
As a tutor my first aim is to establish a pleasant working relationship with each pupil. From there continuous assessment of the pupils needs and progress provides a basis for enhancing the skills which need to be developed. In order to make satisfactory progress I use a variety of materials and methods to stimulate the interest of the pupil.
Subjects
- Maths
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
- Reading & Writing skills
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
- English
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
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Subjects: Psychology | Maths | Reading & Writing skills | Special Needs | English
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home / Online
Info: I am a fully qualified teacher with, with 25 years experience. I have worked in the state sector and in private education facilities. I am committed to high standards both academic and in behaviour, I believe that my encouraging and student-centred ...
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Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home / Online
Info: I am a fully qualified teacher with, with 25 years experience. I have worked in the state sector and in private education facilities. I am committed to high standards both academic and in behaviour, I believe that my encouraging and student-centred ...
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Personal Description:
I am a fully qualified teacher with, with 25 years experience. I have worked in the state sector and in private education facilities.
I am committed to high standards both academic and in behaviour, I believe that my encouraging and student-centred approach is effective in this area.
I am experienced at teaching key stage 2 and 3, GCSE at AS/A2 level.. I have delivered these courses effectively and with successful academic results in my teaching career.
I am AQA examination marker for A level Psychology.
I am a qualified Psychotherapist.
Teaching Experience:
Over 25 years teaching experience, in secondary schools and colleges .
Tutoring Approach:
I am a highly experienced teacher who has worked across the educational spectrum. I am committed to high standards both academic and in behaviour, I believe that my encouraging and student centered approach is effective in this area.
Subjects
- Psychology
- GCSE or Standards (£60 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£60 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£60 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£60 p.h.)
- Maths
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£60 p.h.)
- Reading & Writing skills
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£60 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£60 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£60 p.h.)
- Special Needs
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£60 p.h.)
- English
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£60 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£60 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£60 p.h.)
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Subjects: Entrance Exams | Reading & Writing skills | English | Philosophy / Critical Thinking
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / Online
Info: I am a full-time specialist tutor and experienced teacher with a PhD in English Literature and philosophy. Informed by over a decade's experience in the secondary and undergraduate classroom, my tutoring practice stimulates student independence and c ...
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Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / Online
Info: I am a full-time specialist tutor and experienced teacher with a PhD in English Literature and philosophy. Informed by over a decade's experience in the secondary and undergraduate classroom, my tutoring practice stimulates student independence and c ...
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Personal Description:
I am a full-time specialist tutor and experienced teacher with a PhD in English Literature and philosophy. Informed by over a decade's experience in the secondary and undergraduate classroom, my tutoring practice stimulates student independence and confidence when encountering challenging texts. I work with students studying KS3 Literacy, GCSE English Language and Literature, A Level English Literature, and undergraduate English, Literary Theory and Philosophy. I also work with students confronting the challenges of 11+ and 13+ examinations and GCSE and ALevel students engaged in homeschooling.
A recent client review (with many more available on request):
'It has been a revelation for my 12 year old to be tutored by Tom in English Literature. He is an exceptionally gifted teacher. He is qualified to teach at a much higher level than key stage 3 and the depth of his own relationship with the subject matter really shows. It is matched by his talent for allowing the student the time and space to arrive at their own understanding of the texts he teaches. His patience and understanding have been a tremendous benefit to my child and it has been wonderful for me to watch her confidence and her sense of herself grow as Tom has listened to her. I should mention that Tom knows his way around the exam system very well, and can teach tools for exam performance. However my opinion is that his true value is in his willingness also to set those types of goal aside, and model a true love of literature to his pupil.'
Teaching Experience:
I have tutored and homeschooled online and in person since 2012 in KS2 Literacy and Literature, 11+ & 13+ examinations, KS3 literacy, and GCSE/A Level examinations in English Language and English Literature across the full range of exam boards. From September 2017 to June 2024 I worked in London as a secondary teacher of English Literature and Language, RSE and Citizenship from KS3 to GCSE, with an 100% pass-rate at 7 (A) and above.
Between 2011 and 2016 I worked as a teacher of undergraduate English Literature and Literary Theory at the University of Glasgow (2012-2016), teaching over 300 students overall across a wide range of undergraduate modules. This work included course design and delivery, marking, feedback and administration, and the development of bespoke lectures and workshops in poetry. More recently, I worked as an associate lecturer in Creative Writing and Literary Theory at the University of Essex (2017-18). In 2015 I was nominated for a University of Glasgow Student Representative Council Student Teaching Award in the category 'Best Postgraduate who Tutors'.
I'm also a specialist in editing, proof-reading and academic writing more broadly. I was a regional editor of The International Journal of Badiou Studies for a number of years and I recently co-edited a special issue of the Journal of British and Irish Innovative Poetry. My book of philosophy, 'Badiou, Poem and Subject', is published by Bloomsbury (January, 2020). I continue to review prospective philosophy manuscripts for Bloomsbury. I am also a published poet with five published collections and numerous publications across a range of independent journals and magazines including Granta.
Tutoring Approach:
My tutoring practise is about building relationships: it's hugely important to me that I offer a non-institutional, supportive and lively space in which I can respond not only to a student's individual challenges and ambitions but also to what they find most stimulating and pleasurable in their work. I deliver bespoke tutorials designed to foster enthusiasm, confidence and pleasure-seeking in reading and writing; but I also prepare those of my students sitting exams to be canny, to 'play the game' with expertise.
In person, I work with a wide range of resources tailored to the needs of individual students, whether they're preparing for their GCSE or A Level English exams, struggling to read poetry for the first time or experiencing problems in their undergraduate coursework. But I'm also a strong advocate for online learning: my online tutorials are lively and collaborative, using Google docs to create vibrant shared documents full of live feedback.
I have a huge amount of experience in exam preparation across the full range of exam boards. I also offer structured tutorial series to help students become acquainted with the nuances of 11+ and 13+ examinations, including elite comprehension and creative writing coaching.
My KS3, GCSE and A-level students benefit from approaches and methodologies used in the study of philosophy, literature and creative writing at undergraduate level.
Subjects
- Entrance Exams
- 11+ (secondary) (£75 p.h.)
- Reading & Writing skills
- 11+ (secondary) (£75 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£75 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£75 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£75 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£75 p.h.)
- English
- 11+ (secondary) (£75 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£75 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£75 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£75 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£75 p.h.)
- Philosophy / Critical Thinking
- 11+ (secondary) (£75 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£75 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£75 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£75 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£75 p.h.)
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Subjects: Maths | English (Foreign Language) | Media / Communication Studies | Reading & Writing skills | Entrance Exams | English
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: From their home / Online
Info: I decided to start tutoring after my experience in trying to get tutors for my own children. As a professional working internationally I thought it would be easy to hand over this important element of their education to someone with both experience a ...
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Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: From their home / Online
Info: I decided to start tutoring after my experience in trying to get tutors for my own children. As a professional working internationally I thought it would be easy to hand over this important element of their education to someone with both experience a ...
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Personal Description:
I decided to start tutoring after my experience in trying to get tutors for my own children. As a professional working internationally I thought it would be easy to hand over this important element of their education to someone with both experience and patience. My notion was quickly turned on its head. The Tutors I found taught textbook style with the one shoe fits all approach. My children and others didn't fit into that mould. I very quickly realised that I could do a better job and took the role in house, initially teaching my own daughters before extending out to their friends.
To date I have tutored over 50 children who have gone onto their chosen schools and streams. I believe that tutoring should be about delivering skills to children that they can carry with them throughout their young lives and provide a solid platform on which to develop.
Teaching Experience:
Have tutored key stage 2 and 3.
11 plus students and common entrance applicants.
Recently started to tutor mildly dyslexic students in English comprehension and Language.
Currently writing essays for publication in English Literature and Sociology and Business GCSE and AS level. As well as E papers for 11 plus students.
Tutoring Approach:
I love seeing peoples enthusiasm toward a subject which I also share the same excitement towards however I am also passionate about helping people who may need help or are looking for methods to improve their skills in these topics.
Subjects
- Maths
- 11+ (secondary) (£40 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£50 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£70 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£60 p.h.)
- English (Foreign Language)
- GCSE or Standards (£50 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£60 p.h.)
- Media / Communication Studies
- GCSE or Standards (£50 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£65 p.h.)
- Reading & Writing skills
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£30 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£45 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£50 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£60 p.h.)
- Entrance Exams
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£30 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£45 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£60 p.h.)
- English
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£30 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£35 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£50 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£60 p.h.)
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Subjects: Arabic | English (Foreign Language) | Religious Studies | Entrance Exams | Reading & Writing skills
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: From their home / Online
Info: I am an Arabic linguistics PhD student at the Language and Linguistic Science Department of the University of York, UK. I hold a BA in English literature and linguistics as well as an MA in translation studies. My study makes me familiar with written ...
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Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: From their home / Online
Info: I am an Arabic linguistics PhD student at the Language and Linguistic Science Department of the University of York, UK. I hold a BA in English literature and linguistics as well as an MA in translation studies. My study makes me familiar with written ...
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Personal Description:
I am an Arabic linguistics PhD student at the Language and Linguistic Science Department of the University of York, UK. I hold a BA in English literature and linguistics as well as an MA in translation studies. My study makes me familiar with written Arabic and spoken Arabic in its different forms (dialects). This is why I am quite familiar with Egyptian, Syrian, Lebanese, Gulf and Sudanese Arabic. In addition, I am also a CELTA-trained teacher and an Assistant Fellow of the Higher Education Academy in the UK.
Teaching Experience:
I have taught English as a foreign language for 10 years at Minia University, Egypt. I also taught Arabic to adults as well as young people for 5 years in England. I teach face to face and online.
Tutoring Approach:
My teaching depends on immersing you in enjoyable daily-life situations so that you can easily imitate and, after not too much effort, read, write and speak Arabic/English like a native speaker. Culture cannot be separated from language. So, I also immerse you in the main cultural aspects of Arabic/English-speaking countries in general and offer a brief background to language as reflected in culture. Also, I try to compare Arabic and English (as a language) and the culture represented by it with other languages, including French and German (languages that I am familiar with).
Subjects
- Arabic
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£20 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£20 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£20 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£25 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£30 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£25 p.h.)
- English (Foreign Language)
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£20 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£20 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£20 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£25 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£30 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£25 p.h.)
- Religious Studies
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£20 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£20 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£20 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£15 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£15 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£20 p.h.)
- Entrance Exams
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£20 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£20 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£20 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£25 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£30 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£25 p.h.)
- Reading & Writing skills
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£20 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£20 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£25 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£25 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£30 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£25 p.h.)
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Subjects: History | Study Skills | Reading & Writing skills | English | Media / Communication Studies | Film Studies
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home
Info: Very personable and hardworking.My teaching style can be the catered to the needs of each specific individual learner. I also try to use humour to balance out the serious side of teaching, in order to develop a strong working relationship with the ...
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Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home
Info: Very personable and hardworking.My teaching style can be the catered to the needs of each specific individual learner. I also try to use humour to balance out the serious side of teaching, in order to develop a strong working relationship with the ...
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Personal Description:
Very personable and hardworking.My teaching style can be the catered to the needs of each specific individual learner.
I also try to use humour to balance out the serious side of teaching, in order to develop a strong working relationship with the person(s) I am helping.
Teaching styles can and will include a variety of techniques, depending on the topic area at that time. I am comfortable working wth learners of all ages, and have worked with those from primary through to Adult learners.
Teaching Experience:
I have taught film and media at Knowsley community college for 13 years, and also taught communication studies in my final year at the colllege. Though it was mainly A level, I have also taught Btec units, and can teach gcse film and media studies, too. I have written one film book, and been published extensively with other journal articles for film and media topics - e.g. "Media Magazine" (English and Media centre) and "Splice" (Auteur publishing) film journal.
I have also more recently taught media at two pupIL referral units on merseyside, working with learners who are no longer suitable for mainstream education. Since 2015, I have been an examiner for A.S. film studies since 2015.
Since 2016, I have been a tutor in English, including working on on one with primary pupils (e.g. SATS exam prep, literacy and numeracy work) and also pupils studying foundation English/GCSE/igcse courses etc.
Tutoring Approach:
My approach is to fulfill the potential academic ability of each student I work with, regardless of their starting point.
Though my approach is obviously a serious one, I can also ensure a light hearted tone when the time is right during any lesson, also. My significant teaching experience means I have applied a range of techniques, and methods of differentiation to get the best out of the learner.Clearly one to one teaching requires a different approach to that of one used when teaching over 20 plus learners.
My aim is to link the teaching the learning to the work the student is currently doing on their academic course, to ensure the the best outcomes for the learner, and build on the progress already being made. I always start by making contact with the teacher/tutor where relevant, and use this as a starting point before beginning my own tuition.
Subjects
- History
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£25 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£25 p.h.)
- Study Skills
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£25 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£25 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£25 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£25 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£25 p.h.)
- Reading & Writing skills
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£25 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£25 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£25 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£25 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£25 p.h.)
- English
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£25 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£25 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£25 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£25 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£25 p.h.)
- Media / Communication Studies
- 11+ (secondary) (£25 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£25 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£25 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£25 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£25 p.h.)
- Film Studies
- 11+ (secondary) (£25 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£25 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£25 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£25 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£25 p.h.)
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Subjects: History | Business Related | Reading & Writing skills | Entrance Exams | English
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home / Online
Info: Cambridge-educated and the recipient of an Oxford University teaching prize, I am a qualified and highly experienced tutor with particular expertise in English Language and English Literature. I offer tuition in: 11+ and school entrance GCSE a ...
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Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home / Online
Info: Cambridge-educated and the recipient of an Oxford University teaching prize, I am a qualified and highly experienced tutor with particular expertise in English Language and English Literature. I offer tuition in: 11+ and school entrance GCSE a ...
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Personal Description:
Cambridge-educated and the recipient of an Oxford University teaching prize, I am a qualified and highly experienced tutor with particular expertise in English Language and English Literature.
I offer tuition in:
11+ and school entrance
GCSE and IGCSE English Language
GCSE, IGCSE and A-level English Literature
GCSE and A-level History
GCSE and A-level Business Studies
University applications and personal statements
Mock interviews
English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL)
Business English
Creative writing for adults
I hold QTS and an enhanced DBS. My qualifications include a degree in English, a PGCE in English and History, a Certificate in Education in Drama, an MA in Creative Writing and a postgraduate qualification in teaching creative writing from the University of Cambridge.
I am also a published author, professional editor, ghostwriter and experienced creative writing tutor.
I have taught students attending:
Independent senior schools: Rugby School, Gordonstoun, Warwick School, The Kingsley School, King's High School, Kingham Hill School, King Henry VIII School, Princethorpe College and Bablake School.
Independent junior schools: Crackley Hall and Warwick Junior School.
Selective state schools: Lawrence Sheriff School, Rugby High School, Alcester Grammar School, Ashlawn School, WMG Academy, Stratford Girls' Grammar School, King Edward's School and Newport Girls' High School.
State non-selective schools: Kenilworth School, Finham Park School, President Kennedy School, Babington Academy, English Martyrs, Bilton School, Houlton School, Harris Academy, Avon Valley School, Walsall Academy, Joseph Leckie Academy, Myton School, North Leamington School, Ernesford Grange Community Academy, Southgate School, East Barnet School, Attleborough Academy, Southfield School and Rugby Free Secondary School.
Junior schools: Potters Green School, Long Lawford Primary School, Holbrook Primary School, Park Hill Junior School, Dunchurch Boughton Junior School, Hillmorton Primary School, Cawston Grange Primary School, Abacus Academy, Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Primary School, Henry Hinde Junior School and St Anthony's Catholic Primary School.
Former students have progressed to leading universities, including Oxford and Durham, and have studied highly competitive subjects such as medicine and dentistry.
I have taught students based in the UK, Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, Russia and South Korea. I teach learners from the age of eight through to adulthood.
Teaching Experience:
I am an experienced and successful online tutor with an extensive background in secondary, further and adult education. I undertake regular professional development and keep my safeguarding, Prevent, GDPR and other required professional training up to date.
I have been a Head of English and a Senior Leader in a highly successful Birmingham school, as well as a Local Authority Adviser for English.
I have taught writing to postgraduate students at the universities of Cambridge, Warwick, Hull and York. I have also published educational research and teaching resources, edited publications and mentored writers.
My assessment experience includes working as an examiner for KS2 SATs, English Language and English Literature. I am also a qualified Arts Award assessor.
I am familiar with the requirements of AQA, Pearson Edexcel, OCR, Eduqas and IGCSE examinations. My other specialist areas include the Essex, Warwickshire and Birmingham 11+ examinations, IELTS, Trinity ESOL and British Council ESOL provision.
I have considerable experience of helping students whose schools have not enabled them to fulfil their potential. I have also provided individual tuition on behalf of schools for looked-after children. At the other end of the attainment range, I have supported highly able students at academically selective schools, helping them develop the precision and independence required for the highest grades.
Every student is taught as an individual. I assess what each learner genuinely understands, identify gaps and design lessons and resources specifically for that student. I do not rely on generic worksheets or give every pupil the same programme. My preparation is purposeful, individual and closely connected to each student's current needs, syllabus and long-term goals.
Tutoring Approach:
Every lesson is taught individually. Your child will not be placed in a group with students who have different needs, abilities or goals.
I have high expectations of my students and provide the individual teaching, encouragement and challenge they need to fulfil their potential. I also give parents honest, evidence-based feedback about progress, current attainment and areas requiring further work.
To ensure that my assessments remain accurate and consistent, I standardise my marking with a secondary-school English department every year.
RESULTS AND SUCCESSES, 2025-26
T: Grade 8 in GCSE English Language and grade 7 in English Literature. His Literature result is two marks below grade 8 and has been submitted for review.
AL: Grade 8 in GCSE English Language and grade 8 in English Literature. His Language result is one mark below grade 9 and has been submitted for review.
E: Following a significantly disrupted Year 10, she achieved grade 7 in GCSE English Language and grade 6 in English Literature.
AD: Grade 7 in GCSE English Language and grade 7 in English Literature.
V: An ESOL student who arrived in the UK less than two years before sitting her GCSEs and achieved grade 4 in both English Language and English Literature.
RESULTS AND SUCCESSES, 2024-25
All my 11+ candidates passed their examinations.
All my GCSE English Language students achieved grades 8 or 9.
All my GCSE English Literature students achieved grades 7, 8 or 9.
RECENT SUCCESSES
A student achieved grades 9 and 9 in GCSE English Language and Literature after being predicted grades 6 and 6 by school.
A student achieved grades 8 and 7 after being predicted grades 4 and 4.
A student who arrived in the UK speaking no English made three levels of progress within six months.
An adult ESOL learner from South Korea progressed from A2 to C1 British Council levels and achieved a distinction in GCSE Speaking and Listening in fewer than nine months.
My pupils have gained 11+ places at King Edward's School, Lawrence Sheriff School, Alcester Grammar School and Rugby High School.
My pupils have also gained scholarships to Rugby School and Warwick School, and bursaries to Bablake School and Princethorpe College.
Other successes include supporting a student's progress from grade 3 to grade 7 in three months, and another student's progress from grade 5 to grade 9 in six months.
TESTIMONIALS
'Thank you so much for all your support throughout the years, and for your patience and genuine care.'
'We are all so pleased and thankful for your support and help.'
'I appreciate your invaluable support.'
'We DID it! The score gets him into the best grammar school-KEGS. Thank you so much for your perseverance and amazing teaching.'
'You taught me more in one lesson than school taught me for the whole year.'
'She couldn't have done it without your coaching.'
EARLIER SUCCESSES
My earlier successes include helping GCSE and A-level students improve by several grades; supporting dyslexic and home-educated learners; preparing successful university and medical-school applications; helping postgraduate students progress from a postgraduate award to an MA course; and enabling an adult with dyslexia to progress from relying on emojis to composing written emails and messages independently.
Subjects
- History
- 11+ (secondary) (£42 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£42 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£42 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£42 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£42 p.h.)
- Business Related
- 11+ (secondary) (£42 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£42 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£42 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£42 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£42 p.h.)
- Reading & Writing skills
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£42 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£42 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£42 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£42 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£42 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£42 p.h.)
- Entrance Exams
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£42 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£42 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£42 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£42 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£42 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£42 p.h.)
- English
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£42 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£42 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£42 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£42 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£42 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£42 p.h.)
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Subjects: Special Needs | Reading & Writing skills | Music | Maths | English
Availability: Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home / Online
Info: I am a primary teacher with many years experience teaching in a wide variety of primary school settings. I feel that learning is really important at all ages and am continually expanding my knowledge using online courses. ...
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Availability: Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home / Online
Info: I am a primary teacher with many years experience teaching in a wide variety of primary school settings. I feel that learning is really important at all ages and am continually expanding my knowledge using online courses. ...
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Personal Description:
I am a primary teacher with many years experience teaching in a wide variety of primary school settings. I feel that learning is really important at all ages and am continually expanding my knowledge using online courses.
Teaching Experience:
As a qualified primary teacher I have over 10 years experience working in schools as a classroom teacher and PPA teacher. I have a strong knowledge of the national curriculum and regularly keep up to date with any changes to education. I work well as a team and am very organised. I have also lead choirs and directed many shows within primary schools.
Tutoring Approach:
I am friendly and approachable. My lessons are fun and informative and I adapt my teaching style to the needs of the pupil. I am passionate about teaching and am keen to share my knowledge with others. I have some experience of teaching SEN children within a mainstream setting and have recently completed an online diploma in SEND.
Subjects
- Special Needs
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£30 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£30 p.h.)
- Reading & Writing skills
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£30 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£30 p.h.)
- Music
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£30 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£30 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£30 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£30 p.h.)
- Maths
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£30 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£30 p.h.)
- English
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£30 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£30 p.h.)
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Subjects: English | English (Foreign Language) | Maths | Reading & Writing skills | Special Needs
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (evenings)
Types of Tutoring: From their home
Info: I have been a fully qualified teacher for over 6 years and I absolutely love what I do! I have particular interest in working with children on a 1-1 basis as I love to personalise their learning and help them to see things in a different way then the ...
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Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (evenings)
Types of Tutoring: From their home
Info: I have been a fully qualified teacher for over 6 years and I absolutely love what I do! I have particular interest in working with children on a 1-1 basis as I love to personalise their learning and help them to see things in a different way then the ...
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Personal Description:
I have been a fully qualified teacher for over 6 years and I absolutely love what I do! I have particular interest in working with children on a 1-1 basis as I love to personalise their learning and help them to see things in a different way then they may have been taught and not quite understand before.
I strongly believe that if children are having fun then they will learn and be able to reach their full potential. I have seen such wonderful results with this over my teaching career so far. I create small achievable targets for my children so not only their learning can progress but so can their confidence!
No child should ever be worried about learning as we all learn things at different rates and in different ways! It's our job as teachers to ensure we find the best way for them!
Teaching Experience:
I have been a qualified teacher for over 6 years and I have been lucky enough to teach in London and in Wales. I am currently a full time class teacher in a Welsh primary school.
I have been running my own private tuition sessions for over a year now. We do have lots of positive feedback that has been left and there are lots of lovely pictures of the children on there taking part in some of the activities we do.
Tutoring Approach:
I tutor children in my own purpose built classroom in Mold - just off the A55.
There is a coffee shop 2 mins drive away if parents want to stay close by or a soft play center (Infinity) just on the corner if little ones need entertaining whilst waiting for a sibling.
Subjects
- English
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
- English (Foreign Language)
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
- Maths
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
- Reading & Writing skills
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
- Special Needs
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
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Subjects: Reading & Writing skills | History | Entrance Exams | English
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home / Online
Info: I'm a native English speaking tutor in the Westminster/Victoria area with a university degree in English Literature and Creative Writing. I developed a love for reading at an early age, which eventually expanded to writing as well, and which led me ...
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Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home / Online
Info: I'm a native English speaking tutor in the Westminster/Victoria area with a university degree in English Literature and Creative Writing. I developed a love for reading at an early age, which eventually expanded to writing as well, and which led me ...
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Personal Description:
I'm a native English speaking tutor in the Westminster/Victoria area with a university degree in English Literature and Creative Writing.
I developed a love for reading at an early age, which eventually expanded to writing as well, and which led me to study English Literature and Creative Writing at university. I started off teaching English in Japan, but through a strange turn of events ended up in the Financial Industry, where I worked for over a decade. However, through the process of tutoring my own son, and then his classmates and friends, I re-discovered my passion for English, and teaching, and decided to pursue it as a career. It has been an incredibly rewarding experience so far, and I've enjoyed it every step of the way.
Teaching Experience:
I have in-depth experience teaching children composition, comprehension, verbal and non-verbal reasoning for 7/8+, 11/13+ and Common Entrance, and have helped a number of children get into schools such as Westminster, King's College Wimbledon, St Paul's and City of London.
In addition, I work with children already in these schools, and others - including top Grammar schools such as The Henrietta Barnett School and Queen Elizabeth - improve their overall English ability and performance.
I also teach GCSE English Language and Literature, and the SAT/ACT exams (US University Entrance), as well as Common Entrance History.
In the last year I helped children of a variety of ages get into the following schools:
- Westminster Under
- St Paul's School
- King's College School Wimbledon
- City of London boys
- Godolphin
- Alleyn's
Tutoring Approach:
I try to encourage a love of reading and writing in all of my students, both by making lessons enjoyable and by building their self-confidence. While English can sometimes seem a dry and boring subject, I believe it shouldn't be, and that any child can learn to enjoy it given the right approach. A large part of the enjoyment comes from children learning to stretch themselves beyond their existing boundaries, and learning to think in new and creative ways.
For this reason, I approach lessons with patience and humour, but most of all with the intention to help children push past what they think themselves capable of. I find that children usually respond well to this approach, and often develop and improve rapidly as a result.
Subjects
- Reading & Writing skills
- 11+ (secondary) (£130 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£135 p.h.)
- History
- 11+ (secondary) (£130 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£135 p.h.)
- Entrance Exams
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£125 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£125 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£140 p.h.)
- English
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£125 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£125 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£135 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£140 p.h.)
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Subjects: Reading & Writing skills | Maths | Study Skills | English (Foreign Language) | Entrance Exams | English
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / Online
Info: I am a Senior GCSE and A-Level English Examiner with 15 years of teaching experience, including as Head of GCSE and A Level English at an online independent school. ...
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Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / Online
Info: I am a Senior GCSE and A-Level English Examiner with 15 years of teaching experience, including as Head of GCSE and A Level English at an online independent school. ...
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Personal Description:
I am a Senior GCSE and A-Level English Examiner with 15 years of teaching experience, including as Head of GCSE and A Level English at an online independent school.
Teaching Experience:
I mark and moderate the exams your child will sit. As a senior examiner and a Head of English who has led both GCSE and A-Level courses, I teach exactly what the mark scheme rewards. In 15 years of teaching, lecturing and tutoring, I have helped students at every level, from securing a grade 4 pass to turning strong candidates into 8s, 9s and A*s.
Tutoring Approach:
What families get from me is every essay assessed the way a real examiner assesses it, with precise, mark-scheme-based feedback. I build confidence built through patient, encouraging teaching.
I offer a structured programme for exact board and papers, including mocks and November English Language resits.
Each lesson targets one high-value skill, such as how to structure a Paper 2 comparison, what separates a grade 6 analysis from a grade 8, how examiners actually apply the AOs. We then apply it to your child's own writing.
Students typically complete one practice question between sessions, which I mark with examiner-style annotation so parents can see exactly where marks are gained and lost.
Subjects
- Reading & Writing skills
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£70 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£70 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£70 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£70 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£70 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£70 p.h.)
- Maths
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£70 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£70 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£70 p.h.)
- Study Skills
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£70 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£70 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£70 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£70 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£70 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£70 p.h.)
- English (Foreign Language)
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£70 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£70 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£70 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£70 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£70 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£70 p.h.)
- Entrance Exams
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£70 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£70 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£70 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£70 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£70 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£70 p.h.)
- English
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£70 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£70 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£70 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£70 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£70 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£70 p.h.)
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Subjects: Study Skills | Reading & Writing skills | English (Foreign Language) | Law
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (daytime)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you
Info: I am a foreign qualified Barrister and Solicitor with 2 years post call experience since graduating in the UK.I have practice experience within government public policy advisory, Corporate and commercial law as well as financial operations with a foc ...
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Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (daytime)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you
Info: I am a foreign qualified Barrister and Solicitor with 2 years post call experience since graduating in the UK.I have practice experience within government public policy advisory, Corporate and commercial law as well as financial operations with a foc ...
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Personal Description:
I am a foreign qualified Barrister and Solicitor with 2 years post call experience since graduating in the UK.I have practice experience within government public policy advisory, Corporate and commercial law as well as financial operations with a focus on pension fund investments.
Teaching Experience:
I have taught young students within Nigeria.
Tutoring Approach:
Friendly, engaging and challenging whilst also tailoring teaching methods to student capabilities.
Subjects
- Study Skills
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£9 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£15 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£30 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£80 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£100 p.h.)
- Reading & Writing skills
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£9 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£15 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£25 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£50 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£75 p.h.)
- English (Foreign Language)
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£20 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£50 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£100 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£200 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£200 p.h.)
- Law
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£20 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£50 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£40 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£100 p.h.)
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Subjects: Maths | Chemistry | Reading & Writing skills | Mandarin | English | Biology
Availability: Weekdays (evenings)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / Online
Info: I am currently a graduate student in Psychiatry at the University of Oxford. As a curious and driven learner, I am eager to teach what I have learned, as well as learn from those I teach. I specialise in teaching Biology, Math and English until GCSE ...
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Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / Online
Info: I am currently a graduate student in Psychiatry at the University of Oxford. As a curious and driven learner, I am eager to teach what I have learned, as well as learn from those I teach. I specialise in teaching Biology, Math and English until GCSE ...
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Personal Description:
I am currently a graduate student in Psychiatry at the University of Oxford. As a curious and driven learner, I am eager to teach what I have learned, as well as learn from those I teach.
I specialise in teaching Biology, Math and English until GCSE level, and as a fluent speaker of Mandarin I am also able to teach the language to younger students. I am able to teach both GCSE and those working towards the International Baccalaureate (IB). Scored 42 points doing the IB in Singapore myself, having done Higher Level Maths, Chemistry and my favourite- Biology. I was a Triple Science (I)GCSE student, scoring above 90 in all subjects, and tutored 2 IGCSE students myself as a Senior in high school. As a university newspaper editor and columnist, I love to write and communicate science, therefore am inclined towards teaching the sciences and English, but am also open to teach Maths, Chemistry and Mandarin.
Teaching Experience:
I have worked with Oxford Tutors since October 2019, until the pandemic took its stride. I tutored briefly while studying in London for my undergraduate studies (Imperial College London). I tutored math and chinese (mandarin) to younger students during my last two years of high school in Singapore.
Tutoring Approach:
It is both fulfilling and enjoyable to help others realise their potential. During class, I typically first unravel important concepts to ensure the student grasps the topic well, avoiding rote memorisation, before assessments are provided. People describe me as friendly, encouraging and approachable, and I hope this demeanour makes my student feel at ease whilst bringing out his/her own enthusiasm and excitement for the subject. My patience is endless, especially with experience teaching my three younger sisters in Maths and Biology.
Subjects
- Maths
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£30 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£40 p.h.)
- Chemistry
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£30 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£40 p.h.)
- Reading & Writing skills
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£20 p.h.)
- Mandarin
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£35 p.h.)
- English
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£30 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£40 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£55 p.h.)
- Biology
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£30 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£40 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£55 p.h.)
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Subjects: Study Skills | Special Needs | Reading & Writing skills | Maths | English (Foreign Language) | English
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (evenings)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home / Online
Info: I am a fully qualified and GTCS registered primary teacher of over fifteen years. I have considerable experience across all ages and stages and have extensive experience working with children with additional support needs, both in a classroom setting ...
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Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (evenings)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home / Online
Info: I am a fully qualified and GTCS registered primary teacher of over fifteen years. I have considerable experience across all ages and stages and have extensive experience working with children with additional support needs, both in a classroom setting ...
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Personal Description:
I am a fully qualified and GTCS registered primary teacher of over fifteen years. I have considerable experience across all ages and stages and have extensive experience working with children with additional support needs, both in a classroom setting and 1-1 tutoring. I have a proven track record in delivering excellence and in supporting learners with a range of needs.
Teaching Experience:
I have been teaching for 10 years across all stages of the primary curriculum. I have experience of working with children with a range of additional support needs in the classroom and 1-1.
Tutoring Approach:
I try to make my tutoring sessions fun and interactive, using a mixture of ICT, games while maintaining a focus on formal written methods. I have experience of tutoring both maths and language and working to support learners needs such as hearing impairments, ASD and dyslexia.
Subjects
- Study Skills
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£30 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£30 p.h.)
- Special Needs
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£30 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£30 p.h.)
- Reading & Writing skills
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£30 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£30 p.h.)
- Maths
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£30 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£30 p.h.)
- English (Foreign Language)
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£30 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£30 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£30 p.h.)
- English
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£30 p.h.)
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Subjects: Reading & Writing skills | Health / Social Care | Geography
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (evenings)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / Online
Info: I'm a registered nurse and have also worked at Further Education Colleges as a teacher. I always aim to be an inclusive teacher and to establish the learner's needs. I'm available to teach face to face or online. ...
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Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (evenings)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / Online
Info: I'm a registered nurse and have also worked at Further Education Colleges as a teacher. I always aim to be an inclusive teacher and to establish the learner's needs. I'm available to teach face to face or online. ...
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Personal Description:
I'm a registered nurse and have also worked at Further Education Colleges as a teacher. I always aim to be an inclusive teacher and to establish the learner's needs. I'm available to teach face to face or online.
Teaching Experience:
I have taught BTEC Health and Social Care, and Public Services at Further Education College. I have also taught extensively throughout my nursing career.
Tutoring Approach:
I can offer tutorial support face to face or online, relative to the learner's needs.
Subjects
- Reading & Writing skills
- Adult/Casual learner (£20 p.h.)
- Health / Social Care
- Adult/Casual learner (£20 p.h.)
- Geography
- A-Level or Highers (£20 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£20 p.h.)
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Subjects: Special Needs | Reading & Writing skills | Entrance Exams | Craft and Design | English | English (Foreign Language)
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Online
Info: Hi, I'm Duran. I'm originally from London but spent most of my life in Canterbury, Kent. After completing my studies, I moved to Asia, where I taught English to students of all ages, from kindergarten to adults. I'm passionate about teaching and h ...
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Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Online
Info: Hi, I'm Duran. I'm originally from London but spent most of my life in Canterbury, Kent. After completing my studies, I moved to Asia, where I taught English to students of all ages, from kindergarten to adults. I'm passionate about teaching and h ...
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Personal Description:
Hi, I'm Duran.
I'm originally from London but spent most of my life in Canterbury, Kent. After completing my studies, I moved to Asia, where I taught English to students of all ages, from kindergarten to adults. I'm passionate about teaching and have had the chance to work in Saudi Arabia, Thailand, and China. Over the years, I've become a patient, culturally aware teacher, developing a unique style that tailors lessons to each learner's needs and abilities.
Teaching Experience:
With specialist training in ELT (BA), IELTS and TOEFL Test Prep, TEFL/TESOL/TEYL, and SEND. I was honored to be recognized among the top 10 global teachers for one of Asia's leading online teaching companies. With 15 years of experience and a language school I founded in Thailand, I'm here to help you enjoy learning. Join me for a class that will change your outlook and keep you excited to learn more.
Tutoring Approach:
In my classes, I like to use visual effects, pictures, audio, and video, depending on the course and type of lesson. Materials are custom-made for specialist courses like pronunciation and accent reduction, while IELTS, PET, and Cambridge courses follow a structured curriculum based on the course syllabus.
Thank you for reading my profile, and I look forward to meeting you in a class soon!
Subjects
- Special Needs
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£33 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£36 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£40 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£42 p.h.)
- Reading & Writing skills
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£30 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£40 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£45 p.h.)
- Entrance Exams
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£40 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£40 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£45 p.h.)
- Craft and Design
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£25 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£35 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£40 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£40 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£40 p.h.)
- English
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£27 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£30 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£45 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£35 p.h.)
- English (Foreign Language)
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£25 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£29 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£40 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£40 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£35 p.h.)
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Subjects: Computer Studies / I.T. | Maths | Reading & Writing skills
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (evenings)
Types of Tutoring: Online
Info: I am a primary teacher who was born in India, spent a few years in Malaysia, grew up in Australia and now live and teach in the UK. I understand people and children from different backgrounds, cultures and needs and love to meet new people. I am a mo ...
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Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (evenings)
Types of Tutoring: Online
Info: I am a primary teacher who was born in India, spent a few years in Malaysia, grew up in Australia and now live and teach in the UK. I understand people and children from different backgrounds, cultures and needs and love to meet new people. I am a mo ...
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Personal Description:
I am a primary teacher who was born in India, spent a few years in Malaysia, grew up in Australia and now live and teach in the UK. I understand people and children from different backgrounds, cultures and needs and love to meet new people. I am a mother to a young toddler as well.
I love reading now though this was not always the case when I was younger! I think this gives me a unique perspective on understanding and encouraging a love for reading amongst young children. I enjoy puzzles and quizzes which leans into my strength of logical reasoning.
Teaching Experience:
With 10 years of primary classroom experience, my goal as an educator has always been simple: to turn complex ideas into lightbulb moments. As a current Year Leader and former Head of Science and Personal Development Lead, I bring both top-tier curriculum expertise and a warm, supportive approach that helps children truly thrive.
Nothing is more rewarding than watching that "switch flip" when a child moves from feeling stuck to feeling completely confident.
How I Help Your Child Succeed:
Building Maths Confidence: I specialise in demystifying maths. By taking the intimidation out of numbers and securing core mechanics step-by-step, I help pupils see that maths isn't just manageable-it's logical, predictable, and incredibly satisfying to master.
Building Reading & Writing Confidence: Literacy should unlock a child's imagination, not hold it back. I focus on developing fluent reading, rich vocabulary, and expressive writing skills so pupils learn to communicate with absolute clarity, creativity, and self-belief.
Tailored Learning: Every child learns differently. I draw on a decade of primary teaching to adapt lessons to your child's unique strengths, pace, and personality.
Whole-Child Support: With my background leading school-wide personal development, I focus on building resilience, self-belief, and a genuine love for learning alongside academic results.
Whether your child needs a confidence boost in maths, target setting for upcoming assessments, or an engaging space to master core skills, I am here to help them reach their full potential.
Tutoring Approach:
Starting with a clear plan ensures every lesson is purposeful, engaging, and tailored to your child's exact needs.
How We'll Work Together:
-Goal Setting & Target Assessment: We begin by discussing your precise ambitions for your child. Following an initial assessment, I map out any learning gaps and build a targeted roadmap to tackle them head-on.
-Active & Hands-on Learning: I use practical, interactive methods to bring concepts to life, making abstract ideas easy to grasp and remember.
-Structured Sessions: Every lesson balances predictable routine-to build fluency and recall-with high-energy engagement to ensure deeper understanding is truly embedded.
Session Structure & Ages:
Target Age Groups: I specialise in primary pupils from Year 2 to Year 6, though I also welcome secondary students needing support up to GCSE Maths and English.
Lesson Durations: Standard sessions run for 1 hour. For older pupils (Year 6 and above), I also offer 2-hour double blocks (split into 1 hour of maths and 1 hour of English) to maximise progress without losing focus.
Subjects
- Computer Studies / I.T.
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£40 p.h.)
- Maths
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£40 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£40 p.h.)
- Reading & Writing skills
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£40 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£40 p.h.)
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Subjects: Website design | Urdu | Reading & Writing skills | Accounting | Economics | Business Related
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home / Online
Info: I am PhD Scholar in Economics and having Master degree in Education as well with proven track record of results for IGCSE A LEVEL O LEVEL. ...
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Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
Types of Tutoring: Travels to you / From their home / Online
Info: I am PhD Scholar in Economics and having Master degree in Education as well with proven track record of results for IGCSE A LEVEL O LEVEL. ...
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Personal Description:
I am PhD Scholar in Economics and having Master degree in Education as well with proven track record of results for IGCSE A LEVEL O LEVEL.
Teaching Experience:
Yes I have more than ten years of teaching experience
Tutoring Approach:
Depend on the student learning process I prefer electric approach mostly
Subjects
- Website design
- GCSE or Standards (£25 p.h.)
- A-Level or Highers (£30 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£30 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£30 p.h.)
- Urdu
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