Ellen

I am a passionate teacher with 7 years of classroom experience. Fascinated by the ancient world since a young age, I have studied the languages and civilisation of Rome and Greece for over 15 years. Classics is a joy to study and to teach, and that is what I always endeavour to pass onto my students. I did not find Latin easy at school, and started Greek ab initio (from scratch) at University, so I understand how challenging it can be - but with hard work and the right guidance, I believe success can be found by any student.

Tutoring Experience

Assistant Head of Classics - St Peter's School, York (4th oldest school in the world)
Greek Tutor ICCG for 6th form - ISSP (York Independent State School Partnership)
Summer School Tutor - ISSP
GCSE Latin Tutor - ISSP
Subject Leader of Latin & Classics - QEGS Blackburn
Achieved the Senior Johnson Prize for the highest mark in a degree in the School of Classics & Ancient History at Newcastle University (2017)

Tutoring Approach

Hard work and enjoyment should go hand in hand during education. Weekly sessions, between 30-60 minutes, are the most beneficial, with around 30 minutes of preparation by the student in between to consolidate and solidify learning.