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£34/hr
5.0
Sarah W
Enthusiastic GCSE/A2 English Tutor
Hello, my name is Sarah and I've been a tutor now since 2012.My main subjects cover GCSE/A2 English, History and Psychology.I really enjoy tutoring and have been really pleased to see students progress after having that dedicated time to make sense of their studies, and learn new skills.In initial sessions, I seek to understand what a student's needs are, their exam board and current topics and their goals.I put together an action plan with the student and then use sessions to work through this, checking in regularly to ensure sessions are working for the student.I'm very receptive to feedback...
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£31/hr
5.0
Joanne I
Experienced English primary school tutor
IntroductionMy name is Joanne and I run Honey Lane Tutoring from my home in Tiptree, Essex. I run in person and online sessions for small groups and 1:1 for primary aged children 5-11. My sessionsI like to make sessions fun and interactive where possible using lots of tangible resources for in person lessons. For both online tutoring and in person tutoring I use continuous assessment to gauge your child’s level and areas they need to develop and all sessions are tailored to meet the needs of your child. EYFS/KS1 phonics/readingI am an experienced primary school teacher with lots of experience i...
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£35/hr
5.0
Frances J
Enthusiastic Primary English Tutor
Currently ONLY looking for families to support during the school day. I have always had an interest in making learning fun for children - playing games, reading exciting stories and being creative. I'm eager that children understand what they read in order to enjoy reading and write fantastic stories of their own. Recently, through one-to-one tutoring, I've developed a strong interest in teaching Maths.My experience has shown me that students need practical equipment and apparatus to fully understand mathematical concepts; providing them with concrete learning opportunities is key for me. I am...
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£47/hr
5.0
Griff S
An experienced, effective and friendly English tutor
Unlock Your English Potential with an Expert TutorAre you ready to transform your understanding and performance in English Language and Literature? As a highly experienced and passionate tutor, I specialise in helping students from KS2 through to KS5, including International Baccalaureate, achieve their academic goals. My commitment to student success is reflected in a 100% GCSE pass rate, a testament to the effective, tailored, and engaging learning experience I provide.I believe that true mastery of English goes beyond memorisation; it's about fostering a genuine love for language and literature....
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£54/hr
5.0
Miriam U
Patient and Adaptable English Tutor
I am a PhD graduate in Language and Linguistics who has been teaching privately and in the higher education sector for a number of years. My thesis was published as a book shortly after graduating. I also hold an MA in Computational Linguistics and a BA in English Language and Literature. I have worked teaching Spanish in Japan, and I have taught in two British universities: Essex and Middlesex. My work experience also covers the private sector, having worked as a legal researcher for a number of years.I also dedicate my time to proofread, write and edit from my own home. I am a native Catalan...
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£54/hr
5.0
Joanne P
Expert English tutor
Although I predominantly work as a private online tutor in English and maths, I also provide extra one-to-one and group support in English and maths to children in local primary schools.This is very rewarding and enables me to stay informed about the current curriculum.Where possible, my lessons are set in context, which helps to maintain interest for the student, and gives them a frame of reference.It also makes grammar lessons much more fun!Together with the lesson report I send out after each lesson, I always give students one or more homework tasks to complete. In addition to consolidating...
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£44/hr
4.9
Hywel B
Dynamic, experienced and effective English Tutor
I am a fully qualified and experienced educational practitioner with a wide range of experience both in the UK and in international schools overseas. This includes significant experience of delivering the curriculum online.I can offer History to GCSE, IGCSE, A Level, IB and AP. Similarly, I can offer English as a First/Second Language to IGCSE. I am a firm advocate of interactive learning, encouraging discussion of all key concepts, processes and skills. My results are exemplary with most students achieving excellent grades. indicating my commitment to well prepared sessions which encourage full...
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£40/hr
5.0
Alex R
Qualified, experienced and highly-rated English teacher.
!! 2025 Summer School !!Enrolling now !! Book your child lessons over the break to help them feel more confident in September. Use the summer to catch up on gaps in their learning and give them the edge they need to achieve the best grades possible ! Enquire now. Spaces filling up fast !!Hi there, welcome to my profile, Need help with preparing for exams? Want to improve assessment/examination grades? Want to feel more confident in lessons? Want to get into the university of your choice?Look no further! I can help! I have taught 800+ hours on this platform and I have helped lots of students prepare...
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£50/hr
5.0
Harry L
Oxford graduate teaching English
¡Hola! Hello! I'm an Oxford University graduate and a dedicated English Literature/Spanish/English Language teacher. I also teach essay writing, social sciences and Oxford/Cambridge/Eton admissions.I'm fluent in Spanish and English (my native language) and have spent many years teaching languages and literature. I completed a master's degree at University of Oxford (2019), a bachelor's degree at the University of Bristol (2015) and studied Spanish and English Literature in school (GCSE and A-Level) so I know how daunting grammar can sometimes feel and how stressful language/literature exams canbe... ...
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£40/hr
5.0
Kevin A
Experienced Qualified Mature English
RESULTS ORIENTATED: UNIVERSITY DIssertations - Guidance on structure , planning and argument.I have advised on subjects from micro- biology to religious architecture! I meet deadlines.A LEVEL History- Tudors- Stuarts 1603- 1714- French Revolution- Russian Revolution , Lenin, Stalin and Post war Teaching is very closely aligned to actual questions,I teach essay writing, and essay improvement. I happily explain the hard factGCSE ENGLISH Concentrating on critical analysis. language techniques,structure and commentary. The tutoring is very closely related to real exams using past papers to provide...
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