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Jane Harris GCSE Drama Tutor (Taunton)

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  • Taunton/ Bridgwater (TA5) View on map
  • Last Logged In: 29 Mar 2012
  • Sex: Female
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  • Professional Qualification BA Hons Film and Drama University of Reading
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Would you like help with your written work no matter where you live? Would you like essays marked online and help and support given within a few hours? Would you like to be able to ring your tutor and get instant answers and advice? Are you doing well in the practical elements of your GCSE or A level Drama, but struggling to gain good grades in the written elements such as coursework and essays? I can help you to improve your grades and organise your revision to ensure your success.

I am a retired Head of Drama with many years experience helping students achieve fantastic grades in their examinations. 85% of all my pupils have achieved A*-B grades at GCSE and A level, with 100% gaining A*-C. If you feel you need my help and support to raise your grades, improve your written work and maximse your potential, then contact me now for an informal chat. I can offer help online or one-to-one in your own home. I am happy to travel within a 20 mile radius of Bridgwater. I charge 30p a mile for petrol or travel is free within a 5 mile radius of my home in Stogursey, near Bridgwater. Please see my contact details and ring or email me for further information.
Which subject(s) do you teach?
Drama and Theatre Studies GCSE and A level
LAMDA Speech and Drama
Essay writing techniques
Proof reading for essays, articles, dissertations, coursework
Acting techniques for auditions, examinations or just for the joy of improving your performing skills!
Tell me about your qualifications.
I studied Drama at the University of Reading and after graduating in 1991 I worked at the BBC Radio Drama Rep co, before starting teaching in 1995. I am passionate about the subject and actually started the Drama Dept at my second school in 1998 where I built up the dept from 4 pupils in a terrapin hut to persuading the school governors to build a Performing Arts Centre in 2005! There are now over 60 pupils studying drama at GCSE and A level. It is one of the most popular and successful departments in the school. As a former student who is now studying drama at the Central School of Speech and Drama quoted "Her rigorous and demanding standards raised my own expectations of myself. She was unfailingly supportive, caring, motivational, informative, interesting and above all inspirational. Her teaching transformed my love of drama into a passion".

Indeed the drama dept was at the forefront of the school being awarded "Artsmark" Silver in 2009. I have won 35 trophies for directing festival drama, including being one of six schools in the UK to be selected to perform a devised play for Tomorrow's World at the Royal Opera House in Covent Garden in 2003.. Our AS level drama group won the semi-final of the All England Drama Festival at Leigh on Sea in 2009 and was subsequently selected to perform at the British All Winners' Final in Woking in July 2009, where we were awarded the Buxton trophy for the "Most Promising Performance by a youth group.".
What kind of experience do you have?
I have taught all keystages from 11-18 and have also taught LAMDA Speech and Drama (ages 7-18). I have regularly tutored GCSE and A level pupils on a one-to-one basis, successfully overcoming the "fears of the written paper". Out of school I have directed many productions and regularly run workshops for youth groups.
I have also successfully helped students prepare for university interviews, audition preparation for drama school and preparation for A level monologues and duologues for practical examinations.
How much do you charge?
My charges are £20.00 per hour. I am also happy to tutor students in very small groups (minimum 2 and maximum 4) where the cost per student becomes between £10.00 and £15.00 per hour, depending on the group size. I also offer a reduced rate if students want to book more than an hour at a time. Please speak to me to discuss different options. My charges for "online" tutoring are £20.00 to set and mark a GCSE or A level essay. This includes phone calls or emails from students to myself to give advice and a second re-mark. Any subsequent re-marks cost £10.00 per essay. Payment is via Paypal or personal cheque. It is as simple and economical as that. Please read my testimonials from past students to see how it helped them achieve amazing grades.
Where do you teach?
I can teach at my own home, online or will travel (free if it is within a 5 mile radius) and (30p per mile) up to a maximum of 20 miles.
I am located between Bridgwater and Taunton.
When are you available?
Any week day up to 8pm in the evening
Weekends by special arrangement (please phone)
Online tutoring is flexible and I guarantee to mark and return essays within 12 hours.
Which ages and levels do you teach?
Any age for practical tuition
14-18 for GCSE and A level
Which qualifications do you prepare your students for?
GCSE (all boards)
AS level (all boards)
A2 level (all boards)
LAMDA to gold medal level
Do you have an up-to-date CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) disclosure certificate?
Yes
Describe your arrangements for online tutoring.
Please contact me for further information regarding online tutoring. My number is 01278 733748 or 07582 650850 or email me at jane.harris001@btinternet.com.
Where and with whom did you train?
University of Reading
Tell me about some of your current students.
Many students tell me that studying GCSE and A level drama with me has increased their confidence and attainment in the written work in drama as well as in other subjects! I can provide references from past students who will be happy to recommend me. Please read my testimonials to find out their experiences of my tutoring.
Do you have a personal message for students?
I can help you to increase your self belief and guarantee to help you raise your grades - and that's a promise!

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Mrs Harris taught me for three years and I gained confidence with performing and in my essay writing skills. In my GCSE I was able to achieve a higher grade than I thought I could. I had not written drama essays before Mrs Harris' lessons but now I am very confident. It also helped my English essays which I was struggling with. Mrs Harris' passion for drama inspired me to carry it on for A Level.
- Yasmin Bhandal, (16) year 12 student, Marist Senior School
If it wasn't for mrs harris' help and guidance particularly through the writing part of my drama GCSE, there is absolutely no way that I would have gained the grade that I did. She broke it down into chunks that made it alot easier to understand what the question was asking, and what the examiner wanted to see in the answer when marking it. It was really astounding to see how the grades of my practice essays went up over the period that we were preparing for the exam.
- Hattie Hughes (15) GCSE student, Berkshire
Jane Harris is perfect.She is completely lovely and makes one feel confident and relaxed during lessons. She has an excellent knowledge and understanding of drama and related topics. She is completely supportive and enthusiastic as a teacher. When it comes to coursework she will encourage, battle and support you through it, in a very methodical way ensuring she gets the best possible work out of you. It's been a pleasure working with her and I would recommend her to everyone who is studying drama!
- Tom Lipfriend, (18) Year 13 student, Sidcot, Somerset
Every drama lesson was extremely enjoyable; whether it was practical or written. Mrs Harris’ teaching allowed me to understand the plays I was studying in great depth and she taught me to use this knowledge to write the best essays that I possibly could. In my opinion she is a fantastic teacher and without her help I would not have achieved the A grade that I did for my A level Theatre Studies
- Emma Hall, (18) first year university student studying Psychology
Jane has the ability to get the best out of you. My written skills have improved, and my confidence has too. When marking work, Jane’s feedback is very detailed and she offers some great ideas to expand on. I can always approach her with any queries or problems and she goes the extra mile to give as much help as possible. Jane’s friendly and enthusiastic attitude is very motivating. I am so pleased that I am on my way to improving my grade and, hopefully getting into university.
- Jennifer Hall, (19 ) student re-sitting A level Drama, Sheffield
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Jane taught me Drama from GCSE to A-Level. I couldn’t have asked for a better teacher. She is vivacious and passionate about alll aspects of Drama. I achieved A grades throughout, due to insightful teaching methods. She has a belief that everyone can succeed in Drama and makes it her mission to find this skill in all the students she works with..
- Megan Donnelly, (22) Graduate Bristol University 2010
I could never have obtained an A at A level theatre studies if it wasn’t for Mrs Harris. She put in so much time and effort to help me. She is truly dedicated to all her students and will go the extra mile.She inspired us all to excel and the high grades the group obtained are a reflection of her enthusiasm. She prompted me to draw from my own ideas and she helped me communicate these in a written essay. I thoroughly recommend her to any student who is struggling with the written aspect of their course.
- Megan Palfreyman, (18) studying drama at Sheffield University
Jane Harris was my Drama teacher throughout my senior school years at the Marist Senior School. Jane is passionate about drama, and she dedicates herself to the success of her students, combining both her academic and practical knowledge of the subject. Her teaching is excellent and she is a wonderful person to get to know. The benefits of her tutorials will reach far beyond the realms of the dramatic arts. Jane will be a fantastic tutor for anyone studying drama.
- Zara MacGregor, (21) third year drama student, Manchester University
Mrs. Harris is a truly inspirational teacher, who is passionate about the practical elements of theatre and extremely dedicated to every one of her students. Although at first, I did not realise my passion for Drama, Mrs. Harris inspired me to study it for A Level, and it is a choice I do not regret and as a result I am now going to study Drama at University. She teaches both the practical and theoretical aspects of Drama in such a precise and scintillating manner, that it is impossible not to be inspired.
- Kate Weston-Webb, year 13 drama student, Ascot
Jane Harris is a truly amazing and dedicated drama teacher. Her knowledge of practitioners and the theory of drama is vast and inspiring. Through years of practical experience she has become a fountain of wisdom on the subject of theatre. Studying with her enables anyone to learn and develop as a patron on theatre. They will gain knowledge of drama as a whole and her expertise will benefit anyone.
- Dani Gaudoin, (20) 2nd year drama student, Bath Spa University
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