Areas covered:
• KS3 English;
• KS4 GCSE English, English Literature, Drama;
• KS5 A Level English Language, English Literature, English Language and Literature, Drama;
• UCAS applications; personal statement assistance and advice;
• Functional Skills;
• Adult Education.
I am a fully qualified and DBS checked English teacher and have taught English in secondary schools and Further Education for 33 years including 20 years as Head of English and Drama in secondary education. I also have over 25 years’ experience as a GCSE English examiner and team leader.
I enjoy tutoring all ages and abilities and usually find that the best results are achieved through close reading and discussion to improve the student’s understanding and practising and reworking written responses with detailed feedback. Tutoring is often about initially identifying a student’s strengths and weaknesses in the subject and then building confidence in their own ability.
I am happy to work on specific exam preparation and practice for KS3, KS4, KS5, college work and adult education.