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The Pre University English course can be highly demanding for students. Find top-rated Pre-U English tutors to support your child's studies and help them achieve their best grades.

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Creative, qualified, and experienced

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. I also provide mentorship/tutoring to bachelor degree, masters degree or PhD students studying subjects relating to English literature, film studies, media studies, art history, fine art, creative writing and curating. Please feel free to message!

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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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Tutor (IB, A-Levels, GCSEs, University)

150+Lessons completed

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3 years experience

Degree educated

Hi! I graduated from the University of Warwick with a BSc. in 2024, and from the International Baccalaureate in July of 2021, with 43/45 points and Higher Levels in Mathematics, Physics and Economics. My Standard Level subjects were Psychology, English and French. I have over three years and 1500+ hours of in-person and virtual teaching experience, and have mentored hundreds of students in that time. I am proficient in multiple subjects across their AP, GCSE, A-level, IB and international equivalents. Whenever I mentor someone, I try and take a hands-on approach, pacing the material appropriately and answering questions in the process. I'm proficient in a range of digital teaching tools, and am more than willing to adapt to new ones. I'm also extremely attentive to my learners, and try and tailor my teaching methodologies to their individual requirements. Outside of teaching, I love reading, writing and playing the guitar:)

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enthusiastic and committed tutor

150+Lessons completed

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3 years experience

Degree educated

I have just graduated from the University of Cambridge studying English Literature. My teaching and methodology is as student focused as possible, I am keen to teach the content required in a way that is most tailored the the students interests and needs, as I believe that this is integral to the success of the lessons. For example, if a student wants help with GCSE Macbeth, I would begin the class by asking general questions about their relationship with the text in order to discern both what they need most help with and what they find the most interesting. Making the student feel like they are leading the lessons is key to success in my opinion. Lessons would typically be around 50 minutes but I am happy to do longer if needed. I spent a year helping and tutoring students in the year below me at school as a volunteer, and I tutored mostly A Level English. However, I also have specialised experience helping with Oxbridge (and in general) personal statements, as well as with the English Literature Aptitude Test. My lessons are ideally for A Level Literature students, however I am also qualified to help with GCSE and primary level students.

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Experienced Oxford Graduate

250+Lessons completed

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5 years experience

Degree educated

Teaching Experience Maxim has tutored since graduating from Oxford in 2019. He has delivered over 1000 hours of tutoring, a testament to his commitment and dedication. In 2022, one of Maxim's students scored an A* in A-Level Politics, despite the Covid-19 pandemic. His students regularly gain top grades in A-levels and coursework. In 2021, both long-term Politics students got their desired grades and went to their dream universities. Maxim has experience across the Humanities, including various A-Level Politics syllabi and exam boards. The Oxbridge tutorial system (going through essays forensically and discussing them in depth) is central to Maxim's tutoring. These were, in his own words, "the best years of my life, with a learning experience I'm keen to share." Testimonials “The amount of history and your ability to create a timeline in order to help me learn the syllabus, although (it) may seem like common sense, makes the course much easier to understand thanks to you.” Andreas (A-Level Politics student) “Maxim tutored our son regularly throughout his A level Politics course. He was awarded an A* in his exam. Maxim has extensive background knowledge about the subject, exam technique and offers patience and persistence. Our son said he misses the sessions now the exams are over, which is a real endorsement. I would thoroughly recommend Maxim.” Jane (parent of former Politics student) Maxim has helped several students achieve places at top tier schools like Westminster, Highgate, South Hampstead, University College School, Wetherby, and Latimer. He spent three years at Trinity College, Oxford reading History and Politics. At Oxford, Maxim focused on British and international politics, achieving high marks in International Relations and US Politics. While a student, Maxim also appeared on University Challenge and was twice an elected member of the Oxford Union's governing body. Maxim got three A grades at A-Level, notching up 100% in UK Politics with additional success in US Politics. Maxim received offers from LSE and Warwick along with Oxford.

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Inspiring Literature Mentor

500+Lessons completed

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10 years experience

Degree educated

I teach English Literature and Creative Writing to undergraduates at the University of Exeter as part of the University's 'Widening Participation' programme. I also have extensive experience in teaching both groups and individuals from sixth form to primary level for special University outreach projects, such as 'Science at the Seaside'. I have prepared many sixth form student groups for University creative writing and English courses, and also own and run Exeter's Hylton Mandarin Academy, which offers individual and group tuition in Mandarin Chinese to all ages and skill levels. I pride myself in inspiring my students with my enthusiam for literature and creative writing. My sessions are fun, original and dynamic, and I expect results from all the young people I work with. I do look forward to developing the innate creativity present in every student, and enjoy seeing talent flourish and confidence grow.

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Passionate and positive English teacher

500+Lessons completed

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10 years experience

Degree educated

An experienced, professional and motivated GCSE and English Lit A Level teacher with QTS, PDGE (Secondary English) and MA (Education & Leadership). I have worked across a range of school settings teaching 11-18 year olds, and tutored privately for 4 years achieving outcomes of Grade 7 plus. I currently teach AQA, Edexcel and OCR exam specifications. My teaching ethos is centred around research and evidence informed practice, embedding current pedagogical approaches to ensure success and high challenge for all students, irrespective of starting point. Students are provided with high-quality resources and detailed powerpoints to support with the sessions. Tutoring sessions run for 60 minutes and apply recall, introduction of new material, practise and consolidating key skills in a sequenced order. All sessions involve a segment of writing practise which is live marked and edited by the student allowing for ample time to respond to feedback immediately.

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Engaging and helpful Tutor.

250+Lessons completed

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5 years experience

Degree educated

So you're stressed and agonising over that essay you can't write, or that text you can't get your head around? And you have an exam on the way! Maybe you've taken the exam already and didn't quite get the results you wanted. It can be daunting to say the least. But that's where I can help you. While still at school, I tutored some of the younger students and saw real progress and their grades, skills and self-esteem. It's a process I've been developing ever since. After graduating as an actor from Royal Birmingham Conservatoire with a 1st, I spent 5 years working extensively in all levels of the education system, from School Students all the way up to Consultant Doctors. The one thing all of the people I mentor or tutor say again and again is "I never saw it like that" and that's crucial to what I offer. My focus has always been on taking seemingly abstract, complex and confusing material and making it accessible using my unusual slant on things. And I can use this to help you overcome the obstacles in your way. I teach seminars regularly with the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust using a text to explore essay technique, thematic ideas and language. I regularly coach students and professionals to develop communication, problem solving and leadership. All while building their confidence with a given skill. My approach is tailored to the individual, and is therefore flexible to suit their needs. But central to it are the following criteria: - Building core competencies relative to the subject: Essay writing, objective analytics, attention to details and how to expand on them. - Identifying obstacles specific to the student. Using coaching techniques, tasks and conversation to help them overcome it. - Exploring alternative view points and helping to develop a wider understanding of the material in context. - Building confidence and competency in bringing knowledge and skills to the subject in question. - Basic exam technique, focus and stress-relief to help think analytically under pressure. - Public speaking, presentation skills and ownership of the text if required for a public speaking role. Outside of the tutoring world my hobbies ( as you might have guessed) include theatre. But I've also developed a bizarre love of gardening, and no I've moved to a big city, I'm really looking forward to the challenge of growing vegetables on my window sill!

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Experienced GCSE & A level Tutor

200+Lessons completed

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4 years experience

Degree educated

I am a neuroscience graduate from King's College London and a medical student at the University of Cambridge. I am motivated individual who strives to maximise academic productivity and efficiency. Academically, I have received 8s and 9s in my GCSE (I was the only one in my school got a Grade 9 in Religious Studies!) and A*A*A* at A level in Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics. I come from a family of teachers - my parents have been teaching for more than 30 years, and I have seen the various techniques they have adopted to make their students succeed. I use their experience, as well as my own ideas to generate individualised plan for the student I tutor. I have been teaching for the past 4 years, and have experience dealing with students of all abilities in the following subjects in both in-person and online lessons: 1. A level/ IB SL/HL in Biology, Chemistry & Maths 2. GCSE: Maths, English (Literature & Language), Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Religious Studies 3. 9+/11+/13+/ISEB exam prep 4. University entrance exam or interview prep - e.g UCAT and GMAT 5. Personal Statement and UCAS process guidance I also have experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a School. I gave one-to-one support to individuals with Special Educational Needs (SEN), such as Dyslexia, Autism, ADHD, Social & Emotional Needs. During my time at school, I also helped run Speech & Language therapy sessions for students as well as spelling/exercises clubs. In addition to this, I have expertise in teaching people with a physical disability such as visual impairment. I have been trained to teach Mathematics, Science and English at KS3 & KS4 level using both braille and print. My experiences working as a Teaching Assistant allowed me to develop confidence in modifying my approach to teach students of all abilities and needs.

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Incredibly experienced English tutor.

1750+Lessons completed

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35 years experience

Degree educated

At present in my early 50s. I began teaching, in a London tutorial college, straight after coming down from Oxford. A few years after that, I interrupted my teaching career to return to university to pursue doctoral research, but I continued to see a small number of private students throughout my time as a post-graduate student. Accordingly, I have somewhere in the region of thirty years’ experience of helping students to realise their potential and, quite often, to exceed their expectations of themselves. My original specialisms were English Language and Literature, and these remain subjects I enjoy teaching immensely, but I have equal experience by now in History of Art, Philosophy, Film Studies, and Religious Studies, each of which I have taught to A level students and undergraduates. I also specialise in Pre-U English. The following is a quotation from the reference supplied by the school from which I resigned last year, after twenty years as Head of English and de facto Head of Humanities, in order to focus on private tuition: ‘Bill’s main virtues as a teacher […] are his infectious enthusiasm for his subjects, his immense knowledge and erudition, his intimate familiarity with past papers and assessment criteria, his commitment to his pupils, his willingness to make supererogatory efforts on their behalf, his provision of extensive and meticulous course notes, and his generosity with his time.’

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Skilled and CELTA-Qualified EFL Teacher

400+Lessons completed

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8 years experience

Degree educated

Hello, I'm Hannah! I'm a CELTA-qualified EFL Teacher from the UK. Since 2016, I have taught over 6000+ hours across many ages, nationalities, and levels, whether it be simply building skills or preparing for exams such as IELTs, Cambridge exams, etc. In addition, I have helped countless students meet and exceed their expectations with GCSEs and A-Levels in English Language and Literature. I work across OCR, AQA, Edexcel and iGCSE. I believe part of being a great teacher is being an avid learner, so I am also learning languages: Spanish (B2) and Dutch (A1). I love reading, writing and learning anything new. I have worked in international language schools in Romania and the UK, respectively as a Principal/ EFL Teacher, and I oversee an EFL Program long-distance giving weekly EFL trainings. I have a BA and MA in English Literature. MY APPROACH: it's all about you! - Bespoke: I create lessons that will target your learning style and needs 🎯 - Confidence building: knowledge is power, but having confidence to use it is as important 💪 - Collaborative: we'll work together to structure and adapt a learning plan right for you 🏅 EXAMPLES OF POPULAR TEXTS I TEACH: - One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest 🪹 - An Inspector Calls 🕵🏻‍♂️ - A Christmas Carol 👴🏻 - Othello 🎭 - Romeo and Juliet ❤️ - Merchant of Venice 🔔 - Macbeth 🧙🏼 - The Tempest ⚡️ - A Streetcar Named Desire - The Handmaid's Tale 📖 - Jekyll and Hyde 🧫 - Kite Runner 🪁 - Lord of the Flies 🗿 - Animal Farm 🐷 - Power and Conflict Anthology 👊🏻 Book a trial to discuss your goals and how to get from where you are to where you want to be. I am patient, passionate and look forward to working with you.

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How can a tutor help me?

A Pre-U English tutor can help you prepare for exams, ace your coursework and strengthen your knowledge in preparation for University. English Literature tutors show students how to think critically about texts and write top level essays.

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We select our tutors based on their qualifications, experience and drive. This ensures that our tutors help students achieve the best results possible. Our students not only get top grades but really look forward to their tutoring lessons.

How many lessons do I need?

If you're looking to improve by one or two grade boundaries, we suggest hiring a tutor 6-9 months before exams. In this time, previous students have improved by up to 3 grades.

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The Cambridge International Examination, or Pre-U English course, is an academically demanding course. It also helps students to form their own opinions of texts, figuring out their literary interests and developing passions that they might develop further at University.

The course encourages critical thinking and independent thought. Working with a private tutor offers a chance for students to talk one-on-one with an English expert and develop their ideas. Students can bounce their ideas off tutors and discuss texts in an informal, relaxed environment.

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