Find Your Perfect KS3 English Literature Tutor

Hi, I’m Iseabhail! I’m currently an undergraduate student at the University of St Andrews studying French, Arabic, and Persian. I achieved A*s in both French and English Literature at A-Level, as well as an 8 in French, and a 9 in English Literature at GCSE. I’ve focused on building a strong academic foundation that is rooted in a deep love for Literature and Modern Languages which allows me to communicate complex ideas clearly. Through my experience as a Class Rep for Persian at university, I advocate for fellow learners and bring leadership and communication directly to my tutoring. My journey began through informal tutoring and mentoring, supporting my sister, her friends, and family friends through their own exams. This experience introduced me to the various styles of teaching required to help students progress and understand different ideas or concepts. I pride myself on adapting my teaching style to fit each individual, ensuring they don’t just ‘learn’ the content, but truly engage with and enjoy it. Whether it’s breaking down a difficult text or mastering new grammar, I use flexible teaching methods tailored to the student’s needs. I understand the dedication and commitment required to excel in the UK exam system and I am dedicated to helping students find their own passion for their subjects, turning ‘difficult’ content into an enjoyable challenge. My goal is to create a comfortable and encouraging environment, where students feel confident to ask questions, engage with the material, and ultimately secure top grades.

Hi! I’m a friendly, enthusiastic and academically driven tutor who is passionate about helping students build confidence and achieve their goals. I achieved an A* in A Level Politics, an A in A Level Geography, and Grade 9s in GCSE Religious Studies, Spanish, English Literature, English Language and Geography. Alongside my academic achievements, I have developed strong communication, debating and leadership skills through attending the international session of the European Youth Parliament and chairing several Model United Nations conferences. These experiences have strengthened my ability to explain ideas clearly, think critically and engage with different perspectives. I use exam-board specifications, past papers, mark schemes and proven exam techniques to make lessons engaging and closely aligned with what students need to succeed. I tailor each session to the student, whether they need help understanding content, improving essay structure, mastering exam technique or pushing towards the highest grades. Outside academics, I enjoy playing badminton and staying engaged with politics and current affairs. I aim to make every lesson supportive, interactive and enjoyable, while helping students make real progress.

Hi, I’m Mehnaz! Having achieved A*AA in my A-Levels, an A* in my EPQ, and all 8s and 9s in my GCSEs, I’m now a graduate Law student at the University of Leeds. With 3 years of formal tutoring experience, I take a dynamic approach to teaching, catering to each student and their needs. I maintain an engaging, thoughtful approach to ensure the student is left feeling confident in their learning. As well as focusing on understanding the content, I can also hone in on exam and revision techniques to ensure the student is fully equipped with all the skills to succeed in their subject. These skills have not only helped my students, but personally helped me achieve top grades in my GCSEs and A-Levels: English Literature, History, Theatre Studies and an EPQ. I have a deep passion for learning and I hope to encourage this in my students! If you have any questions please get in touch. I look forward to working with you!

Hi! I'm Stella, and I just graduated with a Master's degree from Queen's College, University of Oxford. At GCSE, I achieved all grades A/A*/8/9, including 9s in English Literature, English Language, and History, and an 8 in Mathematics. At A-Level, I achieved grades A*/A*/A in English Literature, Government and Politics, and Art and Design, which led me to receive an unconditional offer to study at the University of Birmingham. I graduated from Birmingham with a First-Class Honours BA in American and Canadian Studies, which involved writing First-Class essays on literature, history, politics, and art history. I was also the sole recipient of the Brian Harding Prize for excellence in my field. At Oxford, I was awarded the George Oakes Scholarship for American Studies on the merit of my application and undergraduate writing samples, meaning that my studies were funded. During my Master’s, I completed Distinction-graded essays in literature, poetry, and philosophy, achieving a high Merit overall. Outside of academia, I have worked in gallery and museum outreach, through which I have years of experience patiently and enthusiastically teaching young people about the humanities and supporting them to feel knowledgeable and confident. As someone who went to state school and then received a scholarship to study at Oxford, I am very motivated to continue to support others!

I am Tanisha Kirpalani, a Medical student at the University of Manchester. I am an IB graduate from Dulwich College Singapore, where I achieved a 42 with 7s in Biology Chemistry Psych HL and Math AA SL, as well as an A in my Extended Essay and TOK. believe in tailoring my teaching to the individual needs of each student and , recognizing that everyone learns differently, and prioritizing weaker areas that need more focus. Finally, at the core of any big exam lies a vital and often overlooked component - the 'markscheme'. As a tutor I aim to develop an in-depth understanding of this in students to help them score better in the tests and interviews they will face.

During my English degree at the University of Cambridge, I learnt the incomparable educational value of one-to-one discussion with a subject specialist. I am continuing my studies with the Cambridge MPhil course, using the communication skills and technical knowledge I have gained to provide highly-informed tutoring in Oxbridge applications and English-related subjects. I offer a tailored approach to each student that improves weaker skill areas through targeted exercises, while building confidence through rapport and using accessible introductions to complex key terms and ideas. At Cambridge, I have studied texts from every section of the GCSE & A Level syllabus at a First Class standard, and the rigourous course provided me with broad historical, cultural and philosophical knowledge to enrich textual study. I have worked with students ranging in ability and interest in the subject, so have developed strategies to encourage enthusiastic participation in learning, including the use of Quizlet flashcards, and constructive essay feedback. Effective communication is at the heart of English study; the tone of my lessons is pitched specifically for each individual, but is always friendly and enthusiastic. Educational qualifications: Literature, Culture and Thought, MPhil, University of Cambridge (in progress) English, BA Hons, University of Cambridge A*A*A* at A Level (English, Russian, Physics) 11 A* at GCSEs

Hello! I am currently studying English and History at Royal Holloway, University of London, where I was awarded the Barbara Raw Scholarship. I achieved grade 9s in GCSE English Language, English Literature and History, as well as As in English Literature and History at A-level. I offer tutoring in English and History from KS3 to A-Level. I have one year of tutoring experience, including volunteering with CoachBright, where I taught a group of four GCSE English students from disadvantaged backgrounds. I am passionate about helping students build confidence and achieve their full potential in exams. I use fun, interactive activities, alongside personalised feedback and examiner reports to help students strengthen their essay writing skills.

Hi there! My name is Clara, and I am currently studying Philosophy at the University of St Andrews. I have been tutoring since 2023 and have taught more than 800 sessions through Edumentors, working with students of a wide range of ages, abilities and learning goals. My Tutoring Experience: Over the past few years, I have had the privilege of supporting students with different needs and aspirations. I believe that every student learns differently, so I tailor my sessions to the individual - whether that means breaking down a challenging topic, identifying gaps in knowledge, developing exam technique or simply helping a student feel more confident in their abilities. In 2024, I also completed a training course in supporting students with SEND, which further developed my ability to communicate clearly, adapt my teaching style and create an inclusive and supportive learning environment. I want my students to feel comfortable asking questions and making mistakes without judgement. Building confidence is an important part of my approach, alongside helping students achieve their academic goals. I also hope to encourage a genuine enjoyment of learning, rather than focusing solely on exam results. Academic Background: • University: University of St Andrews - MA Philosophy • A-Levels: A*A*AA • AS-Level: A • GCSEs: Six grade 9s and four grade 8s Student Testimonial: “Clara tutored me for the last 3 weeks of my A-levels for religious studies A-level (OCR), starting a week before my first exam in this subject. She was incredibly helpful, allowing me to understand the key content that I needed to know and filled in any gaps in my knowledge and understanding. She also marked an essay I sent her and responded to any questions I sent through messages whilst revising outside of scheduled lessons. It was exactly what I needed to build some confidence just before the exams for this subject and helped me feel clearer about what I needed to do for revision and the exams to do my best. We got on really well and she was very non-judgmental and listened to me and my needs, I would highly recommend her for tutoring!” - Lizzie, A-Level student

At GCSE level, I achieved grade 9s in all of my Humanities subjects, including English Language, English Literature, and History. Passionate about education, language, and the ways in which they interact in our everyday lives, I pursued the study of English Literature, History, and Psychology at A Level, alongside completing an EPQ. Achieving an A* in History and full marks in my English Literature coursework, I chose to continue my study of English at university. Throughout the past three years, I have worked formally as a tutor for both English Language GCSE and English Literature GCSE. My approach is constantly evolving and is led by the belief that enjoyment of learning is the prerequisite to success. Therefore, I always strive to identify the most effective learning style for each individual student and help to embed enjoyment of learning into the process of working towards academic aspirations. Further to my formal tutoring experience, I have led workshops for the National Literacy Trust for children from disadvantaged backgrounds regarding literacy, guided students and my peers to improving their GCSE grades beyond teacher prediction, and have coached table tennis for people of all ages (leading to the completion of an advanced DBS check and safeguarding course).

Hi, I’m Faiza, a second-year Data Science student at the University of Bristol with previous experience tutoring GCSE Maths and English. I achieved an A in A-Level Mathematics and Grade 8s in GCSE Maths, English Language and English Literature, so I understand both the subject content and the demands of preparing for exams. My lessons focus on making difficult topics feel manageable. I break concepts down step-by-step, identify gaps in understanding and then use targeted practice and exam-style questions to build confidence. I adapt my explanations to the individual student rather than expecting every student to learn in the same way. From my previous tutoring experience, I’ve worked with students at different ability levels and learnt that sometimes a student doesn’t need something explained more they need it explained differently. I aim to create a relaxed environment where students are comfortable asking questions and making mistakes, while still keeping lessons focused on measurable progress. I can support students with GCSE Maths and English, whether they are struggling with the foundations, aiming to improve their grade, or looking for additional exam practice.