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Which subject(s) do you teach?
I am a specialist eleven plus tutor in English and Maths and also cover Verbal Reasoning and Non Verbal Reasoning. I additionally have experience tutoring Geography, History, Theatre Studies/Drama and Music. I am also available for violin tuition up to grade 3 level.

Tell me about your qualifications.
Film Theory Degree from Leeds University (High 2:1)
3 A Levels (ABA) English Literature, Religious Education, Theatre Studies
4 AS Levels (AAAB) English Literature, Religious Education, Theatre Studies, History of Art
10 GCSEs (8 x A*, 1 x A, 1 x B) English, Double Science, Maths, Spanish, French, Theatre Studies, Philosophy, History, Geography.
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What kind of experience do you have?
I have worked for Bespoke Tuition for the past 6 months, tutoring English and Maths 11+. Prior to this, I have worked independently as a tutor whilst at university in Leeds and in London teaching English and Geography.
I have 100% success rate in preparation for the eleven plus exams to gain entry into St Pauls, Westminster, The Dragon School and Godolphin & Latymer.
I also work part time for ChickenShed, an inclusive theatre company, where I am responsible for children with special needs and learning disabilities.

How much do you charge?
£35 per hour

Where do you teach?
I am happy to travel approximately 15 miles from my home in North West London. Genearl areas include Central London, West London and South West London but I will consider other locations. I have taught in the following areas: Hampstead, Harrow, Earls Court, Hammersmith & Fulham, Kensington & Chelsea, Brixton, Shepherds Bush, Queensway, Hammersmith, Putney, Battersea, Wandsworth and Surrey.

When are you available?
I am contactable from 9am till 9pm and am happy to teach 7 days a week throughout the year (including half term and holiday tuition).

Which ages and levels do you teach?
I like to work with a variety of age groups and levels including Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2 and Key Stage 3. I have significant experience in teaching the 11+ where the goal is to achieve entry to either the grammar or private school of choice. I have also worked at Young England Kindergarten where I assisted in both work and play with children aged 2-5 years.

Which qualifications do you prepare your students for?
I have worked for Bespoke Tuition for the past 6 months, tutoring English and Maths 11+. Previous to this I have worked independently as a tutor whilst at University in Leeds and in London teaching English and Geography. I have 100% success rate in preparation for the 11+ exams to gain entry into St Pauls, Westminster, The Dragon School and Godolphin & Latymer. I also work part time for ChickenShed, an inclusive theatre company, where I am responsible for children with special needs.

Do you have an up-to-date CRB (Criminal Records Bureau) disclosure certificate?
Yes - Enhanced CRB

Where and with whom did you train?
I have been a registered tutor with Bespoke Tuition since the start of 2011.

Tell me about some of your current students.
Examples of recent/ongoing assignments:
- I am working with a 7 year old student, aiming to improve her ability to concentrate for longer periods of time and encouraging her to further her imagination in story writing.
- I am presently focusing on creative writing, descriptive writing and grammar with a 9 year old student.

Do you have a personal message for students?
Confidence is key in all academic study, at all levels. I strive to inspire my students to have confidence in what they do. I create a fun and interactive environment to nurture the child’s potential. Each student learns in a unique way so it is my job to tailor my approach to suit their needs.
I encourage my students to outline what it is they would like to achieve in a session and then, after the tuition, ask them to give notes to themselves on how they feel they have progressed. As well as highlighting their strengths I encourage them to make sense of the areas of study with which they struggle, in their own words. I find that their identifying these weaknesses allows them to find a way to make sense of a problem and move on with greater ease.

Articles

Unleashing a child's creativity
Subject: 11+ exam
Tags: creative writing, creative writing exercises, descriptive writing, reading motivation, word games
Created: 05/10/2011