Emma achieved straight As at A-level, along with a 1 in S-level English Literature. She pursued a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature at Durham University, graduating with a 2:1 in 1996. The English department at Durham consistently ranked among the top three universities in the UK for English Literature over the past 25 years. Her university coursework covered a wide range of subjects, including Shakespeare, Victorian literature, Post-Colonial literature, Thomas Hardy, George Elliot, TS Elliot, Modernism, Chaucer, and Romanticism.
Following her university studies, Emma spent two years at the College of Law, initially studying for the Common Practice Exam and subsequently completing the Legal Practice Course. Her legal career commenced at Herbert Smith, where she began as a paralegal before advancing to qualify as a solicitor with SJ Berwin. She spent over a decade working in the City, specialising in Corporate Real Estate, and later transitioning into the role of a legal head-hunter.
After a career break focused on starting and raising her family, Emma chose to return to her true passion: English Literature. In 2018, she started training to become an English teacher. Her training included a full-time program with GITEP, involving a SCITT and a PGCE from Bristol University. Since obtaining her teaching qualification, Emma has dedicated herself to the education field, teaching English Literature and English Language at schools in Oxfordshire and Gloucestershire for the past three years. Additionally, she has embraced the role of a private tutor. Her love for teaching stems from her ability as a teacher to help a child understand and learn. As a teacher, Emma is often commended for her extensive subject knowledge, calm demeanour, enthusiasm and humour.
Emma specializes in tutoring English Literature and English Language at Key Stages 3, 4, and 5. Emma can adapt her teaching to align with the requirements of any exam board, and she is particularly familiar with AQA and Eduquas. Emma offers flexible tutoring sessions that can either be 60 or 90 minutes in duration, with a pricing structure of £35 per hour or £50 for a 90-minute session. She also provides multiple options for the format of the tutorials, including Zoom or in-person sessions, to accommodate her students' preferences and needs.
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Emma's teaching approach is characterized by patience, encouragement, and flexibility. She takes a personalized approach to her lessons, meticulously tailoring them to suit the unique learning style of each individual student. In her tutorials, Emma seamlessly blends her extensive subject expertise with unwavering attention and support, ensuring that her tutees receive a well-rounded educational experience. Her lessons encompass a wide array of areas and skills, including the analysis of poetry, prose, drama, or non-fiction texts, essay practice, text comprehension, exam question practice, and a comprehensive understanding of exam structure. Additionally, she provides guidance and support for those interested in developing their creative writing skills.
“My son has had weekly tutorials with Emma. He really enjoys his lessons with her, and he has gained confidence, knowledge and understanding of topics that he previously struggled with at school. I am happy to recommend her.”
- Parent of year 7 pupil
“Emma is an excellent tutor. She is patient, enthusiastic, organized and supportive. I think that her input has made a tremendous difference to my daughter’s exam results. She explains everything very clearly and makes the learning accessible and memorable.”
- Parent of year 11 / 12 pupil
“Emma was a terrific help to my 13-year-old son. She managed to reignite his enthusiasm for English Literature, and he most definitely looked forward to his sessions with her. We are grateful for all the hard work Emma put into tutoring him. Her teaching, guidance and tips have been invaluable.”
- Parent of year 8 pupil
