I think of tutoring like a conversation (the fancy educationalist word is ‘dialogic), and that exchange starts before we meet. After speaking with the family I ask for writing samples before our first session so I can perform a diagnostic exercise and assess strengths, weaknesses and potential objectives. Each session is then structured around developing […]

Education is about confidence and personal development. It is about change and engagement. As a tutor and a teacher, I see my role as that of facilitating that developmental process. Tutoring is about developing a trusting and helpful environment which is negotiated by those involved in it.

I first became passionate about writing in Year 8 when I began to see my writing improve from using basic connectives. Suddenly, I felt in control of my words and it became easier to interpret different view points and analyse varying interpretations. This gave me confidence in a lot of subjects as I started my […]

I focus on making sure that my students absolutely understand the basic concepts of a topic the whys along with the whats and the hows.

My sessions are inspired by the tutorial/supervision teaching style that Oxbridge is famous for, and so they are rigorous and thought-provoking. I am passionate about discovering the specific way each student thinks. I use this as a springboard to cultivate new and unexpected patterns of thought so that they are constantly progressing. Practice is essential […]

Since I taught my first class to undergraduates at Princeton, I have greatly enjoyed helping students explore what they love about Classics. Tutoring gives me the opportunity to find out what motivates and inspires the people I work with, and it’s a real privilege to build a rapport one on one and facilitate their learning. […]

In all subjects, I encourage active involvement, and aim to make the process as enjoyable as possible. Private tuition is a unique opportunity to benefit from a one on one learning environment, a form of learning that should be enjoyable, challenging and help a student develop a passion for their subject. It is important to […]

Confidence and inquisitiveness are to my mind crucial in the learning process. Building confidence and inspiring inquisitiveness thus lie at the centre of all my teaching. I work with tutees to help them develop the skills needed to acquire and deploy knowledge in a given subject, as well as to know how to resolve an […]

In my tutor sessions the interaction of the student is extremely important. I aim to create a relaxed environment where students can ask questions and attempt answers without fear of embarrassment. During sessions I ask students questions to test depth of understanding and set written problems to apply knowledge. Since everyone learns differently I tailor […]

When teaching and presenting complex theory and research, communicating with clarity is an absolute necessity, which I have done extensively in the cross-cultural environment of international MA degrees. Training people from very different social and cultural backgrounds is challenging and rewarding, and I have developed very good skills in conveying information and getting feedback in […]

I am an enthusiastic, caring, and motivational teacher: I inspire my students to fulfil their potential. As a tutor, it is incredibly fulfilling watching your students develop their skills, gain self-confidence and achieve their goals. For me, the key to good tuition begins with establishing a nurturing environment, as I aim to build a student’s […]

Explaining your ideas to someone in a clear way is a hugely helpful first step before putting them on the page. So I start by discussing your project and asking you questions to help you clarify what it is you want to say. Then we can break the writing down into manageable chunks and find […]

Everyone is different, and so every tutoring session needs to be tailored to the requirements and personality of the student.  It is also important, of course, to have a clear sense of the structure of the course being studied and the expectations of assessors or examiners.  I aim to encourage students to be confident, to […]

I believe in a supportive and enthusiastic approach to tutoring, with the core of my teaching looking not only to simply pass an exam, but for the student to gain wider knowledge and skills. I look to give my tutees a skill set that can benefit them throughout their life, with well rounded holistic tutoring […]

I aim to discuss your goals with you, whether you are already on your degree or preparing a portfolio for higher education, and need assistance with brainstorming, research, writing or media development. In this way, I am able to tailor your requirements within your chosen creative practice, considering ideas for progression and setting realistic targets […]