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£31/hr
5.0
Ava P
Enthusiastic English English tutor
I have been tutoring English for nearly two years at all age groups from Ks2 all the way up to A-level.I offer hour long sessions where I can offer sessions which are tailored to the needs of your child, whether this being short and engaging activities or exam preparation activities for a child who is preparing for their exams. After each session I complete a fully detailed report of our session detailing what went well, where we can improve and what we aim to cover in the upcoming sessions!I take a pupil first approach and try centre learning around the child’s needs and Interests as I believe t...
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£31/hr
5.0
Antonia M
Supportive and engaging tutor English primary
Hi, my name is Antonia and I am a qualified primary school teacher. I worked with children across the globe before completing my PGCE in 2023 and this has helped me build up an adaptable teaching style which I love to get creative with. I plan my lessons based on the interests of my students to ensure that they are engaging and fun whilst also providing the relevant academic aspect. My background is in History but I love to teach a cross curriculum style of lessons in which subjects such as English, History and Geography are intertwined. I also have a strong passion for teaching maths, and ensuring...
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£45/hr
4.8
Thomas S
Supportive English tutor
Hello, I have just completed my PhD in History at the European University Institute in Florence. My speciality is Modern European and British history since 1800, with a particular focus on the Cold War period, but I can cover any period on the GCSE and A level syllabus. I write professionally in a variety of academic contexts and extensive use English, German, French and Italian sources. I also worked in Germany for a year at a Grammar School in Koblenz in the Rhineland Palatinate, and I currently teach as a Guest Lecturer at the University of Regensburg in Bavaria. I have taught courses on Postwar...
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£93/hr
5.0
Chantelle B
Patient English tutor
Due to having devotion, expertise and twelve years of teaching experience, I run my own successful tutoring business called Teachall Tutoring. As I am dedicated to ensuring all of my tutoring sessions are delivered in the correct style and suit each individual's needs, the company has maintained its 100% pass rate in August 2024's results. I teach a wide variety of ages and abilities. For example, I have recently helped Key Stage two students pass 11+/entrance exams and generally improve their literacy, comprehension and SpaG before attending secondary school. I have also taught English Language...
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£24/hr
5.0
Zaynab A
Supportive English tutor
With a strong academic background and hands-on experience, I am well-equipped to be an effective tutor. My solid understanding of core subjects, demonstrated by outstanding A-Level results in Biology, History, and Chemistry, and exceptional GCSE scores, particularly in Mathematics, English, and Science, positions me as a knowledgeable guide for students. My previous role at Explore Learning as both an online and in-person tutor has honed my ability to adapt teaching styles to meet individual student needs, including those with learning disabilities. Furthermore, my experience in a fast-paced medical...
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£44/hr
5.0
Phoebe O
English English Specialist Tutor
With a proven track record in achieving excellent results for my students and an experienced AQA examiner, I am here for all your English needs! Due to my TeachFirst training and working in a range of outstanding schools, I know how to engage and motivate pupils and differentiate to their vast needs. I am a firm but fair teacher, who is extremely passionate about my subject. As a language specialist, with over six years of teaching experience, I have a strong desire to teach others the value and skills of English. Literature texts that I have taught, include, 'An Inspector Calls', 'A Christmas...
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£62/hr
4.9
Kevin L
Experienced English tutor with proven results.
Hello!My name is Kevin, and I specialise in teaching Business, Politics, Philosophy and Religious Studies across different academic levels. I have hundreds of hours of tutoring experience, including some students who have had weekly classes for 4+ years. I create engaging and personalised lessons around content, exam structure and areas of improvement, which have led to proven academic results, including multiple grade improvements and admission to top Russell Group Universities.I specialise in the AQA and Edexcel exam boards; however, I can assist with other exam boards as well.I have a Bachelor's...
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£44/hr
5.0
Steven B
English Tutor - Academic IELTS Specialist
I am a patient and conscientious individual with a passion for English Language, both speech and the written word. I am familiar with the AQA, Eduqas, Pearson Edexcel and Cambridge I GCSE examinations, as well as the IELTS programme. Please note that I don't tutor English Literature. I also enjoy tutoring French and German. I tutor these subjects up to GCSE standard. I have experience of tutoring students with learning difficulties such as dyslexia and autism. I enjoy tutoring mature students too and I have developed a roster of long-term students.I am also familiar with the QTS Literacy Skills...
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£45/hr
4.9
Kayleigh W
Passionate and enthusiastic English Tutor
I have been a teacher of both English Language and Literature for the past 5 years. I am proud to have been a help to a number of students who have gone on to successfully sit for their GCSEs. I am particularly experienced with the AQA GCSE exam format, but I am qualified to teach all exam boards.I am currently reading for my PhD at the University of York, where I am studying English romantic literature, with a particular focus on the study of Keats. I completed my PGCE at the University of Nottingham. However, I did my BA at the University of Malta as that is where I grew up before moving to the...
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