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It might be a parents' evening that flagged a concern, or seeing your child stare at a blank page, unsure how to start a critical essay. It’s hard watching them struggle with texts you might not have studied yourself, feeling you can’t help them with the specifics.
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With the right person, complex poems and plays start to feel less intimidating. A great tutor helps your child find their own ideas and structure them into clear, confident arguments. It’s not about memorising answers, but about learning how to analyse a text for themselves.
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20 English Literature National 5 tutors:
£39/hr
5.0
Jyoti S
English Literature and Language Expert English Literature
I am a certified TESOL Trainer from the University of Northumbria with nearly 15 years of tutoring experience both online and at respected institutions such as Darlington College, Sunderland College, and Northumberland College. I specialize in teaching English to speakers of other languages and offer support for all major UK and international exam boards including AQA, Edexcel, Cambridge, Oxford, and OCR. In my sessions, I focus on engaging with students to build rapport, ensuring a comfortable and productive learning environment. I customize each lesson to meet individual needs, integrating past...
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£77/hr
5.0
Chantelle B
Patient English Literature 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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£85/hr
5.0
Michael J
English Literature Tutor - Engaging Fun Lessons Tailored To You
Senior GCSE & A-Level English Examiner | 15 years' teaching, including Head of GCSE & A-Level English at an online independent school | Edexcel, AQA, Cambridge, OCR I mark and moderate the exams your child will sit. As a senior examiner and a Head of English who has led both GCSE and A-Level courses, I teach exactly what the mark scheme rewards.In 15 years of teaching, lecturing and tutoring (1,270+ lessons on this platform alone), I've helped students at every level: from securing a grade 4 pass to turning strong candidates into 8s, 9s and A*s.What families get from me:- every essay assessed the...
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£39/hr
4.8
Joshua M
Professional, experienced, and passionate English Literature tutor
Hi there!I'm Josh, an experienced, successful and professional tutor, with over 5 years experience in teaching across 3 countries (and around 500 students!), a successful record of academic qualifications and an impressive repertoire of skills. I guarantee that all students are taught in an efficient and enjoyable manner, with ample guidance and help along the way. In addition, as I get to know each student's abilities, strength and difficulties, I always help by preparing revision guides, worksheets, and tailoring sessions as much as possible.I hold both an MA (Hons) in French and Linguistics...
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£31/hr
4.8
Anita A
Best English Literature Results 4U
Every student learns differently, and I believe the best tutoring begins with understanding the individual behind the grades. I take the time to identify each pupil's strengths, areas for development, learning style and aspirations, allowing me to tailor every lesson to maximise progress and build confidence.My lessons are engaging, structured and results-driven, whether a student needs support catching up, preparing for exams or being challenged beyond the classroom curriculum. I adapt my teaching to suit all abilities, from pupils who have lost motivation or confidence to high-achieving students...
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£40/hr
4.5
Aiman Q
Experienced English Literature tutor
I first discovered my passion for tutoring when I helped a younger student struggling with English. Watching their confidence grow as they understood concepts they once found difficult was incredibly rewarding. This personal experience motivated me to become a tutor, as I realised how much I enjoy guiding students, celebrating their progress, and helping them achieve their potential.I hold a Master’s degree in English Linguistics and Literature, which equips me with a deep understanding of language structures, literature, and communication strategies. I am familiar with a range of UK exam boards, i...
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