John

I have extensive experience working in both Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) and Medical Education Services, specializing in supporting hard-to-reach students in Key Stage 3 (KS3) and Key Stage 4 (KS4). My role has primarily focused on helping students who face significant challenges—whether behavioural, emotional, or medical—overcome barriers to learning and achieve their academic potential.

Working in these unique and often challenging environments has allowed me to develop a strong ability to build rapport and trust with students who may feel disconnected from traditional education. I pride myself on my capacity to engage students by making learning relevant, interactive, and accessible. I tailor my teaching approaches to meet the diverse needs of my students, providing individualized support and intervention to help them close gaps in their knowledge and improve their academic performance.

My work in these settings has also required a high degree of flexibility, patience, and resilience. I have successfully helped students not only to increase their grades but also to develop the confidence and skills needed to succeed beyond the classroom. My commitment to fostering a positive and supportive learning environment has been a key factor in helping students re-engage with their education, often leading to significant improvements in both their academic results and their overall well-being.

Tutoring Experience

Working in a Pupil Referral Unit (PRU) and Medical Education Service is both challenging and rewarding. These settings typically cater to students who have been excluded from mainstream education due to behavioural issues, mental health challenges, or other special educational needs. The experience can be intense but is also deeply impactful, especially when you see progress in students who are often deemed "hard to reach" or have lost their motivation for education.
✅ KS2, KS3 and KS4 Curriculum
✅ Assist in passing Levels 1 and 2 Function Skills
✅Determine any misconceptions and areas of learning gaps to aid in advancement.
✅Assist underachieving pupils in achieving a grade 4
✅Advance pupils to the subsequent GCSE level.
✅Assist students in moving from the foundation paper to the higher paper.

Tutoring Approach

✅Understanding Individual Needs/ get to know the student
✅Baseline assesment to identify curriculum gaps
✅Making Maths Accessible and Engaging
✅Focused Exam Preparation
✅Encouraging a Growth Mindset
✅Continuous Feedback and Assessment