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Academic History

Completed SLT Foundation Training in SEND (2023)

LLM Human Rights Law (Distinction) (University of Nottingham) (2016)

LL.B Law (2:1) (University of Birmingham) (2013)

A Levels: History (A*), Psychology (A*), English Language (A), AS French (B)

GCSEs: 9 GCSEs in total from A*- C including English (A) and Maths (A)

About Me

My tutoring approach is rooted in a student-centred and personalised learning experience. I strive to create a supportive and engaging environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and exploring concepts. I employ a variety of teaching techniques and methodologies to enhance comprehension and retention, adjusting my teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and preferences. I leave no stone unturned in helping students to achieve their academic goals.

Recent tuition

I offer tuition in the following subjects:

• Law (A Level, LNAT exam preparation, undergraduate)
• 7/8+, 11+ and 13+ entrance exams: I assist with all aspects of these exams, including English, maths and reasoning.
• GCSE English: I work with students to assist them with their GCSE English Language and Literature studies.
• EAL: I work with non-native speakers to help improve their English skills and prepare for internationally recognised exams such as IELTS and Cambridge.
• KS1/KS2 English & Maths: I also provide general English and maths tuition.

I have prepared students for a wide range of competitive grammar and independent schools from 7+ admission all the way to 13+ entry. I navigate students and their families through this process together. I have successfully prepared students for admission to a wide variety of schools including: St Paul’s, Westminster Under, Latymer Upper, Sevenoaks School, Eton College, Winchester College, Brighton College and many more.

Here are several examples of my recent tuition:

Law

I recently worked with an undergraduate Law student who, prior to tuition, had failed his first year of studies and needed to retake several exams. After six months of tuition, he achieved a high 2.1 in both his English Legal Studies (2% away from a first) and Public Law (1% away from a first) modules.

I also recently worked with an aspiring Law student who was enrolled on a Foundation Year at Durham University. In order to enrol on the LL.B. Law programme, he needed to pass the LNAT entrance exam. After several months of tuition, he was successful in the exam and was admitted to Durham University to study Law.

7/8+ Preparation

In October 2023, I began working with a Year 3 student to help prepare him for the 8+ entrance exam at Sussex House.

This student faced challenges in his reading comprehension and creative writing. To tackle these problems I developed specific strategies tailored to him to improve his reading comprehension abilities. We also embarked on an intensive creative writing course.

The student was successful in his entrance exam and has been studying at Sussex House for the past year. Tuition continues and we will soon be working together to prepare for 11+ entrance exams.

11+ Preparation

From June 2024, I began working with a Year 5 student in order to help prepare her for her upcoming 11+ entrance exams. Tuition was initially focused on preparing her for her ISEB pre tests, followed by the entrance exams for schools such as Queen Anne’s and Cheltenham Ladies’ College, the latter being her target school.

Given that English was not her first language, the main hurdle this student faced was improving her written English. Over the course of a year we worked hard to improve this and she was delighted to receive offers from both Queen Anne’s and Cheltenham Ladies’ College and will be attending the latter from September 2025.

Based on this positive experience, the family have asked me to commence 11+ tuition with their youngest daughter from September 2025.

KS1/KS2 English

I also have significant experience in providing general English and maths tuition at Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2 level.

I am currently working with several KS1 students to provide general English and maths tuition. I am aware of the importance of maintaining attention and focus of such young learners, as well as of instilling good study habits they can take with them into further education. With this in mind, I employ a range of strategies and activities to make lessons fun and interactive as well as an incentive-based behavioural system in order to encourage good behaviour in the classroom.

EAL

I continue to work with many students for whom English is not their first language. As well as providing general EAL tuition, I also prepare EAL students for a range of internationally recognised exams including IELTS and Cambridge exams.

A recent IELTS student of mine scored an overall band 8 in her exam and was successful in application to college in UK. She went on to study at MPW college and where she studied her A levels, with a view to entering further education to complete a degree in Business.

Another student of mine, who I continue to provide EAL tuition, scored a total of 203 points (out of a maximum of 210) in his Cambridge Advanced exam and was awarded C2 level. He has completed further exams in his home country and is intending to study Aerospace Engineering at university from September 2025.

Mentoring

Alongside preparing students for exams or helping them with their academic studies, I also provide mentoring to students, whether that be in helping them to develop better learning strategies and time management skills or dealing with exam anxiety.

Hobbies and Interests

I am a keen writer and will be publishing my first collection of fictional short stories, titled ‘Peace and Quiet’ (And Other Stories) in October 2025. The leading story of this collection (‘Peace and Quiet’) was longlisted for the Yeovil Literary Prize 2024.

 Testimonials

“Elliot, an incredibly knowledgeable English teacher, combines a rich life experience with an extensive academic background to provide truly exceptional lessons. His engaging personality and insightful conversations not only make each session fascinating, but also deepen my understanding and love for the English language. Simply put, Elliot is an inspiring mentor whose teaching goes beyond the traditional classroom setting.”

Subject taught: English

“Elliot has proven to be an exceptional tutor who is dedicated, patient, and knowledgeable in his field. Elliot has been very good at communicating my daughter’s progress and outlining her strengths and weaknesses, as well as providing suggestions on how to improve and enhance her academic skills. My daughter has benefited greatly from Elliot’s tutoring services, she has improved her reading skills, and academic performances. Elliot has a unique ability to connect with his students, which has helped my daughter feel comfortable and confident in her ability to achieve success.”

Subject taught: 11+ Exam Preparation