What we offer
Tailored one-to-one tutoring, online and in-person, designed to unlock students’ full academic potential.
11 & 13 Plus Creative Writing
Students develop essential writing and proofreading skills to become confident and savvy writers.
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Our 11+ creative writing tuition is designed to nurture a passion for story telling. We teach students how to write imaginative stories which score well in exams without reducing creative writing to a box ticking exercise.
Year group: Year 4, 5 & 6 (KS2)
Students will learn:
- How to plan and write short stories which allow them to show off their writing skillset.
- How to write engaging description with a little narrative.
- How to write well-structure and persuasive essays.
- How to edit and proofread their writing, making it shine.
11 & 13 Plus Comprehension
Students learn to how to respond to every comprehension question and close read texts.
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Through tuition, students learn how to close read, identify a range of literary devices and appreciate the depth and nuance in good writing.
Year group: Year 4, 5 & 6 (KS2)
Students will learn:
- Multiple choice exam technique.
- How to comment on literary devices, words and phrases.
- How to structure responses to written comprehension questions.
- How to interpret comprehension questions and how marks are awarded.
GCSE English (AQA, Edexcel & CAIE IGCSE)
Students learn how to read mark schemes, comment on the effects of writers’ methods, plan and structure lit essays, stories and transactional pieces.
We can cover both English Language and Literature for all of the exam boards above.
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In our classes, KS3 students learn to analyze texts in context, allowing them to respond thoughtfully to diverse genres. As they enrich their vocabulary and build confidence, students prepare for the GCSE English challenges and foster a deep appreciation for language.
Year group: Year 10, & 11 (KS4), for students aged 14 to 16
Students will learn:
- How to interpret and understand the AOs (assessment objectives in their mark schemes).
- How to comment on langauge and structural features.
- How to plan and structure lit essays.
- How to plan and write stories and descriptions.
- How to plan and write persuasive pieces.
- Exam technique.
Rates for tuition
- £60 per 55-minute class
- Interactive learning facilitated by Miro board
- £65 per 55-minute class
- In-person sessions available in Twickenham and nearby areas
- £80 per 60-minute class
- In-person sessions available in Twickenham and nearby areas
English subjects for all key stages
11+ & 13+
- 11+ & 13+ creative writing
- 11+ & 13+ comprehension
- 11+ verbal reasoning
- KS3 English
GCSE level
- GCSE English
- Cambridge IGCSE English
English as Second Language (ESL)
- IELTS (International English Language Testing System)
Key stages
- Key Stage 1: Years 1 to 2 (5-7 years old)
- Key Stage 2: Years 3 to 6 (7-11 years old)
- Key Stage 3: Years 7 to 9 (11-14 years old)
- Key Stage 4: Years 10 to 11 (14-16 years old)
Interview prep
- Interview prep
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Whether your child is preparing for an important exam or simply looking to hone their skills, we are here to help them thrive. Schedule a trial lesson today and watch your child flourish in a supportive and engaging environment.
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