The Lessons

Lessons are generally held once a week for one hour, with fees based on the number of tutees sharing a lesson. I offer 1:1 tuition at my home in Didsbury, and small group sessions can be arranged upon request.

Following a thorough initial assessment, lessons are tailored to individual needs and learning style, with clear and achievable goals. My tutees thrive due to my engaging teaching style, enjoyable lessons, and multi-sensory approach. I draw upon an extensive bank of learning resources—many of which I have personally developed—to support all areas of learning and accommodate a wide range of needs.

 Availability

Term-time hours are generally Tuesdays to Thursdays until 7 p.m., with a limited number of sessions during school holidays.

To enquire about current availability, please visit my contact page HERE .

I am usually fully booked for after-school sessions and operate a waiting list. If no slot is available when you enquire, I will notify you as soon as a space becomes available.

Child Tuition

My lessons are aligned with the requirements of grammar school entrance exams as well as the National Curriculum, covering the following areas:

11+ Preparation	Spelling Strategies	Handwriting
Recount Writing	Grammar	Vocabulary
Essay Writing	Punctuation	CEM & GL 11+ exams
Narrative Writing	Comprehension	Reading
Descriptive Writing	Exam Strategies	Verbal Reasoning

Planning & Structure

SATS Preparation

Speaking & Listening

I hold an up-to-date Enhanced DBS certificate, available to view on request, along with my professional qualifications.

With an extensive bank of differentiated learning resources and entrance exam papers for leading grammar schools, I provide highly targeted support to help students excel. My success rate in securing grammar school places is exceptional, and many families stay with me for several years, often with multiple siblings. Most of my tutees come to me through word of mouth.

Adult Tuition

My adult tutees come to me for a range of reasons: to improve English for work, support their children’s learning, or develop their own skills. Some require ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) tuition, while others need Basic Literacy support if they missed parts of their early education.

I also assist adults with dissertations and vocational courses, offering guidance with planning, research, grammar, punctuation, proofreading, and Harvard referencing.

Homework

I maintain high expectations for both my tutees and myself. Homework is an essential part of each lesson, reinforcing learning, providing structured practice, and allowing me to assess progress to plan future lessons effectively.

The amount of homework is agreed at the start, taking into account age and other commitments. Consistent completion of homework is key to achieving faster and more substantial progress.