Hannah
Bonjour! I am a passionate and experienced Private French, Italian and Spanish Tutor with a strong background in supporting students across all key academic levels, including Pre-GCSE, GCSE, AS and A-Level, and University-level French. For over twenty five years I have helped learners of all abilities grow in confidence, improve their language skills, and achieve excellent results in their exams. Bilingual French/English, I hold an MA in Education, International Development and Social Justice, Cambridge (CELTA) Certificate in English Language Teaching qualifications and a BA joint honours in Italian with French. I have lived, studied and worked in France, Italy, Spain and Mexico .
Tutoring Experience
Pre-GCSE & GCSE French,Spanish and Italian: Building a strong foundation in vocabulary, grammar, listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Focused support for exam preparation with a clear understanding of all major exam boards (AQA, Edexcel, OCR).
AS & A-Level French: Advanced language tutoring tailored to curriculum requirements. Emphasis on oral and aural fluency, literary analysis, essay writing, and complex grammar structures.
University French: Academic support for undergraduate students, including help with translation, French literature, essay structure, and exam techniques.
French , Spanish and Italian for Work; French , Spanish and Italian for Travel: functional, living language lessons to suit your objectives.
Tutoring Approach
My sessions are student-centered, engaging, and flexible, adapted to suit individual goals and learning styles. Whether you're aiming for top exam results or simply want to feel more confident speaking French, I tailor every lesson to you.
I use a variety of authentic resources, including French films, news articles, podcasts, and literature, to immerse students in the language and culture.
I offer:
Structured, goal-oriented lessons
Detailed feedback and progress tracking
Support with homework, coursework, and revision strategies
Regular speaking practice to build fluency and confidence
Friendly, supportive, and motivating learning environment
I offer both in-person and online lessons, with flexible scheduling to suit your needs.
| Languages | English (British), French, Italian, Spanish, German |
|---|---|
| Availability | Weekends, Weekdays (all times) |
| References Available | On File |
Qualifications
| St Mary's Twickenham | 2023 | Masters | Education International Development and Social Justice | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Reading | 1997 | Bachelors | BA Joint Hons Italian and French | |
| University of Reading | 1997 | Bachelors | BA Hons Italian and French | |
| University of Cambridge | 2007 | Professional | Certificate in English as a Second Language Teaching | |
| University of Cambridge at St Giles College | 1998 | Professional | Certificate in English Language Teaching |
| English | In-person | Online |
|---|---|---|
| Primary | £45 | £42.75 |
| Secondary | £45 | £42.75 |
| GCSE | £45 | £42.75 |
| A-Level | £45 | £42.75 |
| Casual Learner | £45 | £42.75 |
| French | In-person | Online |
|---|---|---|
| Primary | £45 | £42.75 |
| Secondary | £45 | £42.75 |
| GCSE | £45 | £42.75 |
| A-Level | £45 | £42.75 |
| University | £45 | £42.75 |
| Casual Learner | £45 | £42.75 |
| Italian | In-person | Online |
|---|---|---|
| Primary | £45 | £42.75 |
| Secondary | £45 | £42.75 |
| GCSE | £45 | £42.75 |
| Casual Learner | £45 | £42.75 |
| Spanish | In-person | Online |
|---|---|---|
| Primary | £40 | £38 |
| Secondary | £40 | £38 |
| GCSE | £40 | £38 |
| Casual Learner | £40 | £38 |
| English (Foreign Language) | In-person | Online |
|---|---|---|
| Primary | £45 | £42.75 |
| Secondary | £45 | £42.75 |
| GCSE | £45 | £42.75 |
| A-Level | £45 | £42.75 |
| University | £45 | £42.75 |
| Casual Learner | £45 | £42.75 |