Gina

Congratulations to all of my students on your fantastic exam results!

I am a patient, creative and conscientious tutor, with an enthusiasm for supporting students in developing their full potential.

I offer one-to-one tuition in English Language and Literature, literacy (early years to adults), creative writing and general study skills. I also offer primary, KS3 and GCSE history tuition, among other subjects. For other areas of study, please enquire.

Tutoring Experience

I am a graduate with a degree in English and Creative Writing and a Master of Arts in Humanities.

After initially volunteering as a reading mentor, I quickly realized my passion for helping young people to achieve academic success. As well as one-to-one tutoring, I went on to teach a number of literacy, drama and creative writing workshops within primary schools.

I am a very friendly tutor with experience in finding a way forward for reluctant readers as well as those who lack confidence in literacy. I have also worked with higher-ability students in need of a greater challenge.

I am experienced in working with neurodivergent students and in mentoring students who may be struggling with confidence. I am passionate about supporting all students to identify their strengths and reach their goals.

Tutoring Approach

I believe that a love of reading can act as a gateway of discovery for young people, nurturing their imaginative and naturally curious minds, towards both analytical thinking and creativity.

I treat all my students as individuals, recognizing that I need to be adaptable to their learning styles and interests. I find this is an effective approach, sparking a passion for learning and developing enthusiastic students, with the skills they need for educational success. When faced with a challenge, I am always willing to research and learn, seeking new ways to support my students.

Supporting children in developing the skills (and an eager, enquiring mind-set) necessary for life-long learning, is one of my key objectives. I nurture young people to become confident students, curious about the world and equipped with skills for independent study.

I encourage my students to remember that learning and growing as a person is a life-long journey, and that we all make progress at different rates. Mistakes and struggles are learning opportunities!

I welcome tuition enquires for all ages.

While I previously offered lessons in person, in the present circumstances I am teaching online, mainly via Zoom. I do intend to resume in-person teaching at a later date.