Information for Parents and Carers

English study at this level becomes more varied, engaging and analytical. Coursework often allows students to explore topics that reflect their individual interests.

English Language

Students will investigate how English is used around the world in a range of social and cultural contexts. They will explore how and why the language has evolved over time, influenced by factors such as travel, immigration, media and technology. They will also examine how language use can vary – even within the same community – depending on age, social class, profession and other social influences.

English Literature

Students will study a diverse selection of texts, including plays, poetry and novels. They will explore themes such as gender and technology, and will be expected to analyse texts in greater depth – interpreting writers’ intent, recognising nuance and considering multiple readings of a text. Depending on the exam board, some students may also study how language is acquired by children and by speakers of other languages.

I have extensive experience supporting students at this level and am familiar with the course content and assessment criteria of all major exam boards.

One-to-one tutoring:

Each one-hour lesson is designed to help your child grow in confidence, strengthen their reading and writing skills, and achieve their full potential in GCSE English. (See testimonials)

You’re not paying just for a lesson: you’re benefitting from a structured, supportive approach that helps students make consistent, meaningful progress.

GCSE English Tuition – £60 per session

For this price, you will receive in excess of two hours of my time dedicated to each session.

You and your child will get:

• A one-hour one-to-one lesson with interactive activities and tailored to your child’s individual needs
• Personalised lesson planning (40+ minutes): I take great care to plan every lesson so that your child not only feels supported, but also makes clear, measurable progress in English. Each session is carefully tailored to their individual needs, taking into account their current level, exam board, and target grade, as well as any work they have shared with me. This personalised approach means your child receives exactly the right support at the right time, whether they are building confidence in key skills or striving for the highest grades.
  
  My aim is for every student to leave each lesson feeling more confident, more capable, and motivated to succeed. Over time, this consistent, individualised support leads to real improvements in both skills and results.
• Targeted weekly practice: The day after each lesson, I will prepare and send your child a focused piece of weekly practice based on the previous day’s lesson (30+ minutes). These carefully designed tasks will reinforce what we have covered, helping to strengthen their analytical skills, writing and exam technique, so progress continues between lessons.
• Exam-focused marking and feedback (30 minutes): Every time your child completes a piece of work for me, I will assess it using easy-to-understand comments based on the official GCSE mark schemes. This will help each student understand how to improve their responses and gain more marks in both English language and English literature.
• Regular parent updates and support: you’ll be kept fully informed about your child’s progress, and I’m available to answer questions or provide guidance outside of lesson times.

This approach ensures your child not only improves their skills, but also develops the confidence and exam technique needed to succeed in GCSE English.

Limited spaces available to ensure each student receives dedicated attention. Enquire now to secure a place.