Gregory

I am an English literature graduate from the University of Cambridge with years of experience in both SEN support in schools and private tutoring. I have taught English, History, French, Philosophy/Free thinking, Creative Writing, and have also prepared students for Oxbridge admissions. Having graduated with a double first in English and with a Certificate in advanced French, I have students across all abilities from primary school to university level.

Tutoring Experience

I have years of experience running in person creative tutoring groups with primary school children for Inkhead learning, as well as running admissions (11 plus and 9 plus) tutoring for PiAcademy. In addition, I tutored at GCSE and A level with Renewed Learning. From 2023 to 2024 I also worked in SEN support at the Charter School North Dulwich, where I also tutored select A level students and supported them with Oxbridge admissions. I therefore have experience tutoring in English Literature, French, History, Philosophy/Critical Thinking, Creative Writing, and Admissions across all ages and ability levels.

Tutoring Approach

My approach tends to be that of being friendly, patient, and trying to set the students goals which are simple and achievable. I will set out a larger goal which we want to hit over the course of the lesson, but then break that down into hierarchical steps, so that the process is is not overwhelming for the student. However, I also will test the student through conversation, trying to tease analytical, insightful thoughts out of them. This is true especially in subjects such as English, History, and Philosophy, where analysis and insight is crucial. When it comes to marking I will also be ruthless, and yet always constructive and helpful. In addition, I may adapt the materials and steps of a lesson across my lessons with a pupil, tailoring my pedagogical approach to the learning style of the pupil.