LoginLeanne - Oldbury tutor
Information About Leanne:
Personal Description:
Hello, I'm Leanne! I am a highly qualified English Lecturer and professional tutor with over 23 years of experience helping students unlock their full potential. Whether you are a parent looking to secure top grades for your child's GCSE English Language exams, or an international university student navigating the rigorous academic demands of UK higher education, I provide the targeted, expert support you need to succeed.
My teaching background spans across both native speakers and international learners from all over the globe. I specialise in bridging the gap between a student's current ability and their academic goals, combining a supportive mindset with proven exam and academic strategies.
As a native British speaker, I pride myself on providing a clear, engaging, and professional online learning environment where students feel confident to ask questions, make mistakes, and make rapid progress.
Teaching Experience:
For over two decades, I have worked as a permanent English Lecturer at a prominent Further Education college, consistently achieving Grade 1 (Outstanding) in teaching observations. This extensive classroom experience gives me a deep understanding of curriculum design, exam board criteria, and the specific hurdles students face.
My core expertise includes:
GCSE English Language Success: Deconstructing exam papers, mastering creative/persuasive writing, and teaching the precise analytical skills required by top exam boards to boost grade performance.
Academic English for Higher Education: Preparing international students for university-level study, including intensive IELTS preparation and mastering academic register.
Adult ESOL & EFL Tuition: Decades of experience guiding learners from Pre-Entry up to Level 2, ensuring clear pronunciation, strong grammatical foundations, and fluent communication.
Tutoring Approach:
Online learning should never be one-size-fits-all. Every student receives a bespoke, targeted learning plan during our first session together, allowing us to track clear, weekly progress against specific academic goals.
For GCSE Students: I focus heavily on exam technique, time management, and building the confidence needed to tackle unseen texts. I make the curriculum approachable and reduce the stress often associated with final exams.
For University Students: I offer a highly practical approach to academic fluency. In addition to language coaching, I provide specialized proofreading and structural guidance for university essays, reports, and assignments to ensure your written work meets strict UK university standards.
I hold a Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE), a Level 4 Subject Specialism in teaching ESOL, and a current clean DBS check, giving parents absolute peace of mind. Sessions are delivered seamlessly online via Zoom or Microsoft Teams.
Subjects Taught:
- English
- 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.)
- Reading & Writing skills
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£30 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£30 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£30 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£40 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£30 p.h.)
- English (Foreign Language)
- Up to 11 years (primary) (£30 p.h.)
- 11+ (secondary) (£30 p.h.)
- GCSE or Standards (£30 p.h.)
- Further/Higher (university) (£40 p.h.)
- Adult/Casual learner (£30 p.h.)
Qualifications:
- Post Graduate Certificate in Education
- Level 4 Subject Specialism in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
- BA (Hons) Visual Communication
- A level English, Level 2 Counselling
Further Information:
| Availability: | Weekends / Weekdays (all times) |
| Types of Tutoring: | Online |
| References Supplied? | Yes |
| Current DBS/CRB Check? | Yes |
