As an experienced secondary school English teacher, I offer tuition that corresponds to the UK English Curriculum, from Key Stage 2 and 3 to GCSEs and A-Levels. With challenging, enjoyable activities and useful feedback, my pupils take pride in their progress. Those who may struggle with disengagement or low confidence in any key skills are offered expert guidance in nurturing interactions, which boost their self-esteem whilst preparing them well for exams and beyond. I also have experience in supporting and differentiating for SEND and EAL students, as well as students struggling with mental or physical health. 

Everyone needs to relax, but sometimes we can forget HOW to do it! Treat yourself to a restorative, empowering session that is personalised to suit your needs. You may want something more physically active or a chance to fully let go (maybe both). After sharing your requests, I'll create a special healing session just for you. Reconnect with your body, breath and wise inner self under the calm guidance of a formally trained yoga and meditation teacher. I fuse elements from Hatha, Kundalini, Vinyasa and Yin traditions, with influence from other healing modalities, such as Tai Qi, Qi Gong, Reiki and Ayurveda. 

Whether you're a complete beginner or very fluent, these personalised lessons will ensure that you reach your English goals. Some students have a specific task or event to prepare for (e.g., an interview, exam or presentation). Others want to sharpen all key skills and improve their vocabulary, pronunciation, and grammar. Then there are a few students who simply want role play scenarios with feedback to increase their confidence and ease in conversations, both professional and social. With extensive training and experience in teaching, as well as a grasp English to a publishing standard, I tailor lessons to suit each students' unique level, personality, needs and goals, incorporating a wide range of evidence-based methods. It is so rewarding to notice progress in every lesson!

There is an art to analysis that can be applied to any text or creative piece, and it begins with one of my favourite words: 'Why?' Expressing personal responses to works of art can be the most magical process when we have the tools needed to do justice to our perspectives, but this can be very frustrating when ideas are disorganised, we lack confidence and/or we 'can't find the words'. Perhaps you have a book, poems, paintings or songs that you would like to critically examine, or you want to dive into Shakespeare's beautiful plays and poems with a true fan who has studied them all. From close language and form analysis to making comparisons and evaluations, you will be able to confidently articulate your thoughts in speech and/or writing that is nuanced, strong and clear.