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12 years experience

Degree educated

I am a multilinguist with considerable experience in teaching French and Spanish to a diverse range of students. I have a 100% success rate in terms of my students improving their academic grades. I am extremely passionate about my subject and committed to understanding and engaging with each new student's learning needs. I tailor my individual teaching programmes to ensure each student is able to develop and move confidently towards their goal, whether it be academic or personal. I choose to work with students who are committed to working towards their goal - they don't have to love the subject to begin with, they just have to want to improve, the love comes later, often when they discover how simple it can be and they start to see improvements in their ability and understanding! Among my previous students are Yas, a Spanish GCSE student who went from a predicted D to receiving an A* overall in 14 months, Roderick, who with no prior teaching since his French GCSE 16 months before we began, received an A* at French A Level after 7 months of home-schooling with me and Kendall, a French IB student who went from grade 3/4 to achieving a final grade 6/7 in 20 months - she called me up in Guatemala on results day so I knew it must be good news! Testimonials: "James tutored both my daughters for GCSE Spanish and they both received A*. This was particularly impressive with my eldest daughter who was on a Grade D at the end of Year 10. James accelerated Yasmin's learning rapidly over 6 months in Year 11, and changed her attitude towards Spanish from a boring difficult subject to her favourite! Aside from his in-depth understanding of the curriculum and effective teaching techniques, James is a lovely person with a great sense of humour, and the girls really enjoyed his company. We'd highly recommend James to anyone wanting to improve their grades and language skills." Zaya F - Spanish GCSE "James was simply brilliant in giving my son confidence in his ability to learn languages, which ultimately led to GCSE success. He possesses a magical ability to build self-esteem. Invaluable. Fabulous. Very highly recommended." Donna G – French & Spanish IGCSE "James tutored me in French for just over a year for the international baccalaureate. Marked out of 7, I originally achieved 3-4s in all my examinations. James helped with reading, writing and oral presentations. He helped me to increase my confidence in speaking and also taught me invaluable techniques for verb conjugations. In the end I was able to achieve a 6/7 in my final IB results. Thank you James !" Kendall U - French International Baccalaureate "James was instrumental in getting my son to an A* for his Spanish A Level this year. Over a period of 8 months James worked to improve Omar’s original predicted grade of B, focussing on some core grammar which had been missed by the school and developing his reading, writing and oral skills. James often made himself available at short notice to review and offer feedback on Omar’s practice essays for the literature part of the course. We are delighted with the result and with the high level of professional service that James provides. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend." Mehta F - Spanish A Level “My daughter Chloe was struggling with Spanish during year 11, she failed her mock and was really worried. We found James and he worked steadily with her for the three months leading up to her GCSE. I’m delighted to say she achieved a 6(B)!! Incredible...a fail to a B in only 25 hours tutoring! Thank you James, she couldn’t have done it without you!” Beth W – Spanish GCSE James tutored my daughter for just over a year at French Pre-U. Our aim was to secure a comfortable distinction. James knew the syllabus inside out and ensured no stone had been left unturned in her knowledge and exam technique. We were delighted but not too surprised when the final result came back a D1. We’re thrilled with James, his approach and the care he brings to each session. Such a star. Mikael J – Cambridge Pre U French "James is an amazing teacher. He got my daughter to a B in French GCSE from a predicted D, and my son to a B in Spanish GCSE from a predicted E. This helped my daughter to get to UCL and put the Russell Group within my son's reach. His teaching style is unique. Within minutes of arrival, he had won the respect of both my teenagers. He made himself available at weekends and in the evenings both in person and over Skype. I am so grateful for his help. I highly recommend him." Rachel G - French & Spanish GCSE "James is an outstanding teacher - he taught my son to find his own motivation & the confidence he needed to excel in Spanish. He brings the language to life and creates a self sufficiency in study habits that was wonderful to observe - the GCSE process was made palatable and non daunting ! I would wholly recommend him to anyone looking for a tutor that cares about the child in the most holistic sense and leaves them with the skills to tackle languages independently post their time with him - he was an absolute star !" Shaleen Y - Spanish IGCSE "James is one of the best tutors I have ever met. He is clearly passionate about teaching and has such an engaging and enthusiastic manner. Anyone who is lucky enough to come across James has found a true gem. I cannot recommend him highly enough." Helen S - Spanish GCSE

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450+Lessons completed

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9 years experience

Degree educated

Hi! My name is Paula, and I am British-Chilean. I have a PGCE from which I graduated with a 1st, over 9 years of experience teaching languages, and have been an official examiner for A Levels and GCSEs. When teaching students that are preparing for their exams, I adopt an exam-focused approach, dedicating time to each language skill—listening, speaking, reading, and writing—individually. I incorporate past papers into lessons to build confidence and develop effective exam strategies. I also teach students in primary, as well as adults wishing to start or continue learning a language. For younger learners, my approach is interactive, utilising videos, songs, and games to make learning engaging. For adult learners, depending on your targets, our focus can be anywhere from conversation to career-oriented language, and we would use a variety of media too. I tailor my lessons to each student’s goals and unique learning style, and I believe in making studying fun and motivating. This way, a student can build confidence, improve learning effectiveness, and maximise their potential. My students consistently achieve excellent progress and have fun during our lessons. In our first session, I will assess your current level, determine key targets, and create a tailored program designed to help you achieve your goals.

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Enthusiastic, Sensitive and Engaging

300+Lessons completed

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6 years experience

Degree educated

I am a published writer and experienced dyslexia specialist English literature/language tutor based in Northenden, Manchester. Currently, I have a PhD in creative writing from the University of Glasgow. I focus much of my tutoring around creative practice and the enjoyment of reading and writing. In turn, I appreciate a learning space that is relaxed and informal, helping the student find their love for this wonderful and enriching subject. I have experience tutoring 11-18 year olds (KS3, GCSE, AS/ALevel), specifically those who struggle with anxiety and self-confidence. I tutor English Literature, English Language, Media Studies and Film Studies. Please feel free to message!

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Highly patient and understanding.

750+Lessons completed

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15 years experience

Degree educated

I am currently a business lecture at UCB , however, I have experience of teaching primary, secondary, 11 plus and assignment support at HE level. Teaching has always been a passion and I am extremely dedicated to my job role. I enjoy all types of teaching and have taught all ages and in all types of environments. Alongside teaching English, maths, and science, etc, I also like to focus on the child’s holistic development which I believe is pivotal. I also do private tutoring online on one to one basis and group sessions. I like to teach my children through joyful interaction which assists them in reaching their full potential and achieving above and beyond their level of expectations. I have seen dramatic improvements from children who started off with very little or no English-speaking skills at all in becoming the highest achievers, furthermore, receiving recognition and awards in their educational institutions. I am very soft-hearted towards the children I teach, nevertheless, this does not mean that they can get away with not completing their studies. I am extremely flexible and can easily adapt quickly to new situations. You will find me highly empathic towards the children and very understanding, regardless of their age. All people big or small should be treated with the utmost respect. I do my best to dedicate my spare time to supporting charity events, group talks, and teaching children.

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Experienced, rigorous, and patient.

350+Lessons completed

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7 years experience

Degree educated

I am a highly experienced tutor with over 7 years experience teaching and tutoring in private and public schools, as well as privately and online, in the UK, France and Spain. I am familiar with all major exam boards, and have been frequently noted for the passion and rigor with which I introduce and teach my subjects. I am a firm believer in the idea that education should be available to all, and that there is is student without potential. I thus make a point to help the student see the attraction of the subject. My methodology is focused on ensuring immersion in both the more theoretical and abstract principles of the subect and their application through practice and concrete examples. I aim to get the student applying themselves consistently as soon as possible, keeping a constant eye out for areas for improvement. I studied at the University of Warwick, Sciences Po, and the Sorbonne. I have worked as a teacher, tutor, translator, researcher, as well as business research and charity. I am fluent in 6 languages: English, French, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese and German. I am also a teacher of Latin and Greek.

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Creative and Versatile Literature Tutor

50+Lessons completed

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1 years experience

Degree educated

Hi there, My name is Christian. I’ve recently finished my MA in Comparative Literary Studies, specialising in American literature, Theory and Culture at Goldsmiths University, and am looking to pursue a career in education. I’m passionate about making the humanities engaging and enjoyable, which I feel is something easily achievable through patience, creativity and strong relationships between a student and teacher. Where I thrive is when i'm helping to make literature, philosophy, critical theory, as well as the many tenants of writing effective essays understandable and accessible to a range of students from varying backgrounds and educational requirements. Before my MA program, I completed my BA in English and American Literature at Goldsmiths University London in 2018. While my studies have mainly centred on American literature so far, the flexible nature of my program has enabled me to study a wide breadth of literature as well texts of a different medium from a multitude of cultures and periods. While providing me with a firm grasp of the major cultural, artistic and literary movements, my studies have greatly developed my analytic abilities across a range of different systems of thought. Teaching me to effectively; distil complex information into an accessible format, develop lines of critical reasoning, and construct compelling arguments from independent research. These abilities, when paired with open and clear channels of communication, prove invaluable as a teacher, allowing me to lead students through studies which might initially seem challenging and complicated, to a comprehensive understanding of the subject at hand. In regards to my particular areas of specialism, I have an in-depth understanding of contemporary American fiction and continental philosophy, having written both my undergraduate and graduate thesis’ on the intersections of the two. And concerning my past academic performance, I was awarded an upper second class honours for my undergraduate degree and have recently received a high level merit for my MA program. I've tutored many students one to one over the past year in subjects ranging from English literature and Language to general essay writing, and I'd love to build upon my experience to teach those at a variety of different levels. Counterpart to this, I'm a versatile and effective proof reader, having successfully helped my students draft and edit countless essays. To paint a bit more of a picture about myself; in my free time I organise a series of philosophy reading groups, write creatively, do lots of reading for both research and pleasure, and cycle more than I maybe should.

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700+Lessons completed

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14 years experience

Degree educated

I have been a private tutor for a over decade. In that time, almost all of my students have been accepted into their first choice school. I teach English Language, Literature, Science, Verbal Reasoning, Non-verbal Reasoning and Essay writing techniques. I help prepare students for the various exams that they have to take at 11+, 13+ and 16+ and also help them with their interviews and personal statements. - I currently work as a private tutor in London specializing in tutoring school-age children and teenagers. - I am responsible for preparing my students for examinations, such as SATs, UKiset, ISEB and any Common Entrance exam for their chosen school. - I teach English language and literature, Science, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning for KS1, KS2, and KS3. - I also help prepare students for interviews and guide them on writing their personal statements or CVs for their selected schools. -This year all my students were accepted into their top choice school. (Wellington, Dulwich, CLC, Highgate, Wycombe Abbey, Uppingham, Wetherby) September 2009-June 2017 (Europe) -I worked on a permanent basis teaching children and adults of all ages English language, grammar, culture, and literature. -I was responsible for structuring lesson plans, assessing students and preparing visual teaching aids and written learning supplements. -I worked with several VIP families in Moscow during this time. Preparing students for entrance examinations, UKiset, TOEFL, 11+ and 13+ (Science, English, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning) for British schools. -Preparing students for their interviews and guiding them through the application process with regards to applications, personal statements, and CVs. -Teaching young students to be able to read and write in English using the approved British curriculum phonic system. -Liaising with schools in the UK and preparing application forms for schools and invigilating exams. -Working alongside my students’ schools in Moscow to deal with any issues there and also to maintain a consistent curriculum. -Creating bespoke classes for all my adult students, tailoring every lesson to their exact needs and preferences, from business to literature, from grammar to pronunciation.

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300+Lessons completed

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6 years experience

Degree educated

My first experience teaching was as an assistant language teacher on the Japan Exchange and Teaching (JET) Programme. I taught for three years in a junior high school and primary schools in Tottori Prefecture and really loved it. I learned a lot about teaching and facilitating language development. Living in Japan was an absolutely amazing cultural experience! When I returned to the UK I taught English privately to Japanese families living in London (children and adults) for a period of about two years. This involved one-to-one work and more focus on the clients' individual targets and ambitions. Some students were studying for daily life, others for school and others for business. Most recently I completed a Primary PGCE through LSBU. Over the course I taught the whole primary curriculum to classes in four different primary schools in London, including a special school. This was a great opportunity to teach new subjects with the guidance of senior school teachers and tutors from university. It is a privilege to work with children and to help them make progress in their learning. I can teach primary students the main curriculum subjects and help prepare them for SATs and 11+/common entrance examinations. I can teach English up to GCSE level. I will adapt my teaching style depending on students' needs, likes and learning styles, tailoring exercises so that they are pitched at the right level. For me, it's really important that learning is enjoyable and interesting. Education has made my life richer and has given me a lot of opportunities. I am still learning myself, regularly taking short courses like creative writing, photography and film making. I love doing my own research and my own projects and will always encourage my students to be independent learners.

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10 years experience

Degree educated

I am a PhD graduate from the English and Comparative Literature department at King’s College London, with several years of teaching experience in the department. I have extensive experience lecturing and leading seminar-style teaching for undergraduate and postgraduate students. I have designed and delivered original curriculums and online learning courses, downloaded by hundreds of learners worldwide. I regularly assess essays and examinations, providing detailed feedback on argument strength, critical analysis, and structural coherence to help students refine their academic writing. My primary role is as a grant innovation consultant, helping tech start-ups, small businesses, and research institutions secure funding for their projects. I have experience writing and editing a wide range of grant applications, from early-stage innovation funding to large-scale research grants. I also assist in crafting compelling proposals for PhD research, postdoctoral fellowships, and academic research projects across various disciplines. My expertise lies in aligning project goals with funder requirements, showcasing innovation and impact, and guiding clients through the often complex funding landscape to maximize their chances of success. I have taught English as a foreign language to non-native speakers across Cambodia, Thailand, and Vietnam, helping students build conversational skills, expand their vocabulary, and improve grammar accuracy and sentence construction. I have also volunteered in primary and secondary schools as a tutor, supporting students with special needs and learning difficulties who struggle with English. I specialise in improving the written communication and critical thinking skills of GCSE and A-Level students in arts and humanities subjects: philosophy, history, ancient history, politics, and especially English Language and Literature. I am well-versed in the texts, syllabuses, and assessed content of major examination boards, including Edexcel, AQA, International Baccalaureate, Cambridge IGCSE, WJEC, and Scottish Highers. I have also helped students prepare for Oxford interviews, admissions tests, GAMSAT, BMAT, and IELTS English proficiency exams. I am a naturally patient and adaptable teacher, committed to tailoring each lesson to suit individual needs and learning motivations. I set high standards for student effort and respect, with a strong focus on fostering progress and academic success through thoughtful, responsive teaching strategies.

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Creative, friendly and supportive tutor

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3 years experience

Degree educated

Hi! I'm Alice and I'm a University of Durham graduate (BA in English Literature and Modern Languages) and I speak fluent French & Spanish. I am an English Literature & Language tutor. I love to share my passion for English with my students and I enjoy supporting them in their learning journeys. I have a strong academic background, hold a master’s degree in Myth, Cosmology & the Sacred (Canterbury Christ Church University) and have over two years’ teaching experience in schools ( I have a CELTA qualification for teaching English as a foreign language) as well as over three years' experience of tutoring individual students. This, combined with my ability to communicate and listen, means I am able to develop and maintain good relationships with students and parents alike. I specialise in the following: ENGLISH LITERATURE (I have experience tutoring students of Cambridge International Curriculum as well as exam boards AQA and OCR). - Shakespeare - The novel - Poetry - Fiction and Drama - Evaluation of a writer’s choice of vocabulary, grammatical and structures features. - Comparing and contrasting texts - Revision/exam preparation and coursework help ENGLISH LANGUAGE (again I have experience tutoring students of Cambridge International Curriculum as well as exam boards AQA and OCR). - Creative writing - Critical reading and comprehension. - Revision/exam preparation and coursework help

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Passionate Maths and Science GCSE tutor

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4 years experience

Degree educated

Hi! I am a medical student at the University of Nottingham with 4 years of tutoring experience. I am experienced in providing an engaging, interactive and highly educational experience. Being an enthusiastic tutor with an approachable nature who genuinely loves teaching and observing students’ progress first hand, I regularly see students develop confidence and their love for learning. I am familiar with the new specifications for GCSE maths and sciences, having sat the new specification exams myself and know that they are much more rigorous with a lot of new content. I achieved grade 9s in maths and all three sciences and wish to share my knowledge with students in order to aid their progress. Throughout the years I continuously monitored my past students’ learning and progress to identify those who were not achieving their targets and developed strategies such as regularly checking up on those who had not performed well. I do mini tests regularly to ensure I can highlight strengths and weaknesses in specific topics and adapt my lessons to cater towards these weaknesses. I believe confidence is key to your learning and we often learn best when comfortable with having a go and not being afraid to make mistakes, which I ensure my students are comfortable with doing so. Additionally, I have tutored for other online platforms in the past so have experience of both online and in-person teaching. I have an abundant supply of teaching materials for GCSE Mathematics and Sciences for all exam boards, including numerous exam questions, which I regularly use in my lessons. I have learnt numerous strategies of teaching which I make specific to each student's learning style in order to maximise their learning. What I lack in degree qualifications, being relatively young myself, I certainly make up for in possessing the right qualities to achieve the maximum potential of the student. Being determined, patient and possessing an excellent work ethic are the strengths that have helped me through challenging moments throughout my exams and university. I am capable, clear and concise in delivering lessons, proven by great results with students in the past 4 years.

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Fun, Friendly and Patient Tutor

200+Lessons completed

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4 years experience

Degree educated

Hello! My name is Mifrah and I studied BSc Biomedical Science at the University of Sussex (4th best for my course in 2020) and starting Masters in January 2024. My background is science, particularly Biology and Chemistry but I also enjoy studying English. During my GCSEs, I successfully obtained a 6 (B) in Biology and English Language and 8 (A*) in Chemistry and English Literature. My passion for science is what lead me to take both for A levels where I received a B in both. I am confident in tutoring KS3, A-level and GCSE Biology, Chemistry and English (both Language and Literature) and have experience in teaching KS2 general science and maths. My lessons are tailored to individual needs. I have worked with children who have learning difficulties such as dyslexia and autism so I am more than happy to adapt lessons to fit the pupil's requirements. I try to conduct my lessons in fun and engaging ways because I know how horrible it feels when lessons/lectures are not fun. I use a variety of learning resources such as word-searches, puzzles, quizzes alongside the basic topic questions and exam papers. The exam boards I have experience working with (and doing the exams myself) are WJEC, OCR, AQA and Edexcel so I have a wide variety of knowledge about each exam board and their expectations.

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What do English GCSE tutors near me do?

An English GCSE tutor can help with all aspects of the subject, including showing you how to revise best for an English exam and how to write a strong essay for your GCSE English Literature exams and coursework.

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An English GCSE tutor works directly with families to figure out a student's areas of weakness and work out a plan to improve on these. It's fantastic for students to work 1-1 with an expert in English Literature. They can ask questions, learn new vocabulary and develop their analysis of prose and poetry.

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English Literature is a crucial subject for developing students' verbal and written communication skills. Students are expected to be able to discuss and write about the texts they are studying. The English GCSE specifications require students to study and be able to analyse prose texts, poetry and drama texts that include Shakespeare.

English GCSE Tutors can help students to develop their evaluation skills and go through texts slowly and more in depth than there is time for in the school classroom. Whether your child is struggling with the poetry anthology or needs more help to identify literary techniques in prose, a private tutor can focus their attention on areas of weakness.

Many students need an online English tutor at GCSE level to help them all the way through to their exams. This means, we recommend finding your top-quality GCSE English tutors at least three months before the big day so you can achieve at least two grades above your current grade level.

Ritika

English GCSE Tutor

Ritika was an amazing tutor and really helped me with my English GCSE. She helped me increase my grade from a C to an A. She worked with me on my weaker points, using past papers and other material which helped me massively.

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Bill S

English GCSE Tutor

Brilliant English teacher, the amount of knowledge Bill has on the GCSE texts is amazing. Would recommend to anyone sitting the English Lit GCSE!

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