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Tara Whiteson Tuition

 

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Welcome to Tara Whiteson Tuition

Welcome to Tara Whiteson Tuition

Having always had a love of learning, of words, stories, communication and a general fascination with how language works, I was inevitably drawn to a career in teaching English and English Literature.

Tara Whiteson Tuition was borne out of a desire to have more freedom and flexibility in my working life and to achieve a better balance for looking after my son.

Online tutoring has enabled me to focus on what I love: teaching. Remarkable academic progress occurs when working one-to-one or in small groups because the pace and style of the learning is dictated by the needs and ability of the student. Tutoring is teaching at its best because it is truly bespoke. 

Tutoring Style

My tutoring style is clear and organised. I am able to explain complex concepts, so students understand them. I am honest about students’ strengths and weaknesses and provide clear guidance about how they can improve their skills. I provide colourful, meticulously planned resources that are easy to follow and exam strategies that are simple to apply, with plenty of modelled examples and scaffolds to support learning and progress which will guarantee students approach each different question style with confidence and consistency.

My Aims as a Tutor

•    Ensure your child’s success and that they fulfil their potential
•    Facilitate your child’s progress, whatever their starting point
•    Help your child realise that aspiration is possible 
•    Ensure your child feels surprised about, and proud of, what they can achieve 
•    Enable your child to face their exams with confidence

11+, 13+, iGCSE, GCSE, and A Level English exams

 

English and English Literature tuition, where the focus is on improving writing and analytical reading skills.

 

Small Group Courses:

suitable for home-school or international students 

 

Maximum 6 students  ::  1hr sessions  ::  3 termly units per academic year

Includes personalised feedback on any work produced/assignments.

Please enquire about any short courses that are currently available or see Group Tuition  Courses

English and English Literature courses - Key Stage 3

 

- Year 7 and 8 - Wednesdays at 9am

- Pre-GCSE / Year 9 - Thursdays at 9am

Comprehensively designed schemes of work that introduce relevant English skills that your child needs to know and allow for continuity of learning. The skills will be taught using stimulating and exciting texts and approaches that encourage your child to be an active participant in his/her own learning and academic development. Students will be given plenty of opportunities to apply and experiment with new learning to improve their understanding of, and confidence with, English writing and analysis.

 

English Literature Courses - Key Stage 4

 

Fridays at 9.30am / Thursdays at 5pm

Exploration of relevant context, characters, themes. Close text analysis. Planning exam questions and writing high quality responses to meet your exam board's mark schemes. Clear scaffolding and model answers provided, along with a plethora of useful revision materials that will be suitable for all exam boards.

Please click here to see my timetable of classes available in the 2024-25 academic year. Texts likely to be covered:

•    Macbeth
•    An Inspector Calls
•    Dr Jekyll and Mr Hyde
•    Unseen poetry & poetry comparison

 

English Language Courses

 

Tuesdays at 9.30am / Tuesdays at 4.15pm

Adapted to suit all exam board specifications, clear guidance on how to plan and write excellent written responses that show off the writing skills examiners love to see. Please click here to see my timetable for available classes for 2024-25.

Writing Skills - Writing to Describe and Narrate and Non-Fiction Writing - writing to argue, persuade, review, inform etc


Analysis of Unseen texts – How to successfully demonstrate your reading skills in an exam

 

Easter Revision Workshops 2024 - dates and details for Easter 2025 TBC

 

Download the Flyer for 2024 details and prices

 

'Macbeth'

Part 1 - Tuesday 2nd April - 12.30pm to 3.30pm 

Part 2 - Thursday 4th April - 12.30pm to 3.30pm 

Analysis of Unseen Poetry - Friday 5th April - 1.30pm - 3.30pm 

 

'An Inspector Calls'

Part 1 - Tuesday 9th April - 12.30pm to 3.30pm 

Part 2 - Wednesday 10th April - 12.30pm to 3.30pm 

Exam Writing Skills - Friday 12th April - 9am to 12pm

To book a tuition session, simply fill out the enquiry form on the Contact page or email me directly here: hello@tarawhitesontuition.com

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Testimonials

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Harry, Year 11

Working with Tara has been a really positive experience for me. I find English difficult but she breaks down the texts and explains how to analyse  the differing parts in order to gain as many marks as possible. This exam technique has been so helpful to me and I’ve been able to understand and discuss plays and poetry in an away that would have seemed impossible a year ago. I’ve been lucky to work with her. 

Mrs W, parent of Year 11

Tara is completely brilliant in every way – she has transformed my son’s attitude to English Literature. A gem.

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D, English Literature A Level, Year 13

Thank you! You are one of the best teachers I've ever had. Your passion and fast talking and love of literature are so wonderful. I've genuinely had a lot of fun in your classroom. You're kind and dedicated and your comments on my work are always so thoughtful. You put so much effort in and I'm really lucky to have been taught by you. Thank you, D.

Ele 

Tara (I knew her as Miss.Whiteson!) was one of my favourite teachers at school. She is truly brilliant! I greatly looked forward to my English lessons with Tara, and always walked away feeling enriched and inspired. Her excellent teaching also ensured I achieved top results at GCSE and A Level. I am forever grateful to Tara and have only the fondest memories of her lessons; she is the kind of teacher you will never forget!

Mrs W, parent of Year 11

Tara has been an absolute godsend for my son. Having struggled with English for a long time, her encouraging and measured approach to teaching means that he has actually enjoyed some of the prescribed texts. I was initially apprehensive about Zoom tuition but it has worked perfectly and we have felt so supported every step of the way. Tara is a fantastic teacher with a real gift for breaking down previously inaccessible texts into manageable, buildable parts. We are so grateful to have found her. 
 

Unrivaled Experience and Track Record of Success

As well as relevant degrees in English Literature and teaching qualifications, I have extensive experience in tutoring students of various academic levels, ensuring high-quality instruction.

 

Personalised and highly effective approach to tutoring

I offer tailored guidance to each student, catering to individual needs in 1-to-1 or group sessions. My sessions are designed to maximise the potential of each and every student, regardless of their academic history. 

Real World experience of successfully placing students in leading UK schools

My website provides a wide range of resources and study materials, enhancing students' understanding of English literature.

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Online English Literature and
English Language Tuition 
 

Based in Brighton, Tara Whiteson Tuition offers 1-to-1 and group tuition via Zoom and Skype to students internationally.

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Brighton
Brighton & Hove
Sussex
U,K.