Catherine

PhD from UCL - Former A Level Examiner - 20 years of tutoring experience. I specialise in preparing students for their A Level English Literature exams with my down to earth approach to the subject.

As a former A-Level specialist examiner for one of the major examining boards, I am well-versed in current exam requirements and I have an excellent track record of elevating grades with my tutees, working with students of all abilities to reach their full potential in their examinations.

I have a PhD, Masters, and BA in English from University College London (UCL) and am also a published academic author.

Although I have worked as a lecturer at the UK's top institutions, I enjoy working with students of all abilities and backgrounds and am a sympathetic and patient teacher who loves to share their passion for English, no matter the age of the student.

I hold a current Enhanced DBS certificate.

I am currently only offering tuition online but am able to offer daytime sessions, as well as evenings/after school sessions to suit your diary. Please drop me a message to enquire about my current availability.

Tutoring Experience

I am a former specialist examiner for the English Literature A-level for one of the main examining boards. In my private tutoring work over the past twenty years, alongside my lecturing, I have specialised in preparing students for A Level English examination, as well as supervising students with university dissertations across a broad range of humanities subjects.

I lectured at UCL for 4 years while completing my PhD, teaching across the English undergraduate syllabus. I currently lecture across two postgraduate Masters programmes but am able to take on private students in my spare time and can be flexible on timetable to suit your needs.

Tutoring Approach

I teach online to create a quiet, focused environment and usually work with students long-term to get the best results from our sessions. I offer regular Zoom sessions to fit in with your schedule, as well as intensive pre-exam sessions for those looking for last minute support or re-taking exams.

I tutor from A level upwards to postgraduate students, Masters dissertation supervision, proof reading etc. but am also happy to work with casual adult learners who want to cultivate their love of literature.

I am usually flexible in terms of my availability and can offer regular daytime sessions for home-schooled students, as well as the more traditional after school/evening slots. Please feel free to contact me to have an initial discussion about your needs and my current availability.