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£47/hr
5.0
Jingjing X
Supportive French tutor
I come to the UK 10+ year ago. I like to tell people about China, Chinese and Chinese culture, especially Chinese painting which is my biggest passion. I have recently past the CTCSOL (CERTIFICATE FOR TEACHERS OF CHINESE TO SPEAKERS OF OTHER LANGUAGES) test which gives me more opportunities to develop my passion in Chinese introduction and mandarin teaching.I have been teaching the local students for a few years now and currently running mandarin club in some local schools too. And also while preparing the CTCSOL test, I learnt a lot about HSK/YCT exams and I have also some contacts with local...
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£50/hr
5.0
Paola C
French Tutor Teacher
I am an experienced, qualified , DBS checked Modern Languages teacher and tutor for all levels and abilities. I have gained my MA in Modern Languages in Italy and gained my experience in the UK. I have taught in primary, secondary, university and business companies in the past. I have held children clubs,university modules, business language courses, survival language coursesand fun coffee morning lessons. I am well trained for preparing GCSE and A level students in Italian and French and I am aware of the new GCSE and A level specification for AQA and Edexcel examining boards. I have done online...
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£39/hr
5.0
Annabelle V
Expert French tutor
I graduated from Queen Mary, University of London with a joint honours degree in French and Comparative Literature - for which I obtained a 2:1. My year abroad, in which I worked in Paris, equally helped to develop and propel my French skills and understanding of French culture. Throughout my studies I obtained a distinction in spoken French Award for outstanding performance in oral examination in my final year and the French second year prize for outstanding achievement. I also won a French parliamentary debate team inter-university competition and used the skills acquired to coach a successive...
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£40/hr
5.0
Rosalind P
Experienced and enthusiastic French tutor
I trained as a general primary school teacher. My specialism is in Key Stage 1. I am highly creative, so learning is always fun with me!I have experience of teaching online, as well as in a preparatory school. I have extensive experience of guiding pupils through exam preparation, be this for the 11 plus, GCSE, amongst others, through online tuition. It is always a joy to be a part of each and every child's journey to success. Languages have always been my passion.English and French are my favourite languages, and I really enjoy helping my students to build in confidence in spoken, as well as written...
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£70/hr
5.0
Halima F
French Tutor - Your success is my success.
I have always been passionate in teaching. I have very good qualifications that I have received from my schools whether it is GCSE or A levels. I also, have a degree in Accounting & Finance (2015-2018) and now; aiming to complete 3 years of training to complete the ACCA qualification.I teach Mathematics be it beginners, KS3, GCSE, and A levels. I have tutored several people KS3 to GCSE students and have seen immense improvements. Please, do look at the reviews that I have obtained from my students.Methodology wise I am a person who is organised and therefore I carry out tasks in an organised manner....
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£39/hr
5.0
Maria Julia S
Qualified and enthusiastic GCSE French and English ESOL
Summary: My name is Julia I am a qualified teacher with 12 years of experience teaching English ESOL and Spanishin secondary schools and Computer Science online in the UK with great success. In the initial consultationI assess the students' needs and then make a plan to achieve the student's goals. I use a step by step approach with interactive activities, online educational games and questions to achieve answers at exam level in every lesson.My lessons are well-structured using exercises, grammar, media, videos and speaking activities.Education: I graduated with a First BA in Fine Art in the UK...
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£74/hr
5.0
Fabian K
French Tutor - Native speaker, KS3, GCSE, A Level, IB, adults, DELF, essays
I am a French native speaker from Besançon. I have lived and taught French in the UK for 19 years and before that I taught English in France. I have a good knowledge of the school and exam systems and can provide targeted support for all learners, whether you want to start with French, improve your French or pass an exam. I also help with essays on films and books for A Level or university. I am also an AQA approved examiner.I am friendly and relaxed but my lessons are well prepared and I aim to achieve a lot in one hour. That said, I will follow your pace and go as fast or as slowly as necessary. ...
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£74/hr
5.0
Madeleine C
Outstanding French tutor - GCSE, A level & IB
Hello, I’m Maddy, a fully qualified languages teacher with a PGCE and extensive teaching experience.I have been a private tutor for four years and previously taught French, Spanish, and Italian in UK secondary schools. I specialize in preparing students for a range of qualifications, including:- GCSE (AQA, Edexcel) - IGCSE (Cambridge, Edexcel) - A Level (AQA, Edexcel, Eduqas) - IB and MYPAs an experienced AQA examiner, I am well-equipped to help students achieve top grades by focusing on the skills and strategies required for exam success. My tutoring approach is exam-focused, targeting each l...
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£62/hr
5.0
Chantal L
French French
EXPERIENCED NATIVEFRENCH Parisian Teacher for young & mature students .You may study French language as First or second language.I hold INTENSIVE Revisions weekends: individual or mini group with EXAMS objectives (from January 2025).Pre-booking necessary.I provideregularinformation on progress to parents.* From 2000 up to now: Teacher : Year 7 to University: I prepare students for :(I)GCSE-AS-A2-IB-AP and ,I aman Examiner for FRENCH SPEAKING examinations for Boards: AQA, EDEXCEL, International Bac,.. I offer ,IN PERSON & ONLINE ,Individual and mini groups tuitions . I organise " PRACTICEdays" in...
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£62/hr
5.0
Violaine V
Fun and experienced French Tutor
This is a safe space for LGBTQ+ people :) Hello,My name is Violaine, I am a French native tutor with experience of teaching French as well as Italian and English in France and the UK. I am also a qualified teacher with a degree in languages, literature and civilisation.I teach all ages and levels and I can help you with any French exams (DELF, DALF, GCSE or A-level).I am available all week and the lessons can be online or at mine on request. I offer one-to-one and group lessons, as well as in-company lessons depending on the needs of the student. I am a very enthusiastic, friendly and sociable...
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£36/hr
5.0
Penelope T
French Tutor for success - achieve your full potential.
Hi, I'm Penny, and I'm glad you've stopped by! Here are some wonderful words from my students and their parents: “I would wholeheartedly encourage anyone thinking of booking sessions with Penny to do it and do it now! As a trained actor, I came to Penny with a very unique request. Having very little knowledge of speaking German…. within a week we had a monologue translated, memorised and ready to present to an audition panel. Not only did Penny help me reach my goals but she gave me the upmost confidence to get there. I’m certain I would not have got there if it was not for Penny’s support and ext...
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