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Peter
My Qualifications
The Open University
Social Science
Pass (2012)
University of Wales Institute, Cardiff
Dipl. Youth Work
Pass (2005)
Oxford University
History
2:1 (1983)
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Information about Peter
I am a working teacher, live near High Wycombe in Buckinghamshire and have a BA (Hons) degree in History from Oxford University.
My specialism is History at A Level and GCSE but I also offer other Humanities subjects up to GCSE.
If unable to meet face-to-face, I am very happy to meet through Skype, WhatsApp or other media.
I`ve worked with young people since 1998 as a youth worker, teacher and tutor, and have an annually updated enhanced DBS check.
My first session is free and with no obligation. It`s a chance to explain what I can offer, find out more about your knowledge and needs, and for you to ask any questions before making a final decision.
I prepare individually for each tutoring session and bring a sheet covering the key points. This is also available by email so that students can read, augment or revise from it as best suits them.
I like to motivate and enthuse pupils as well as stimulate their curiosity, and help them make the essential connections between historical events, themes and analysis.
I also help with coursework assignments, exam essay structure and techniques.
Availability: I`m available on weekdays between 4pm and 9pm as well as many weekends and most school holidays (please check weekend and holiday availability with me in advance).
IMPORTANT: I also offer small group lessons. In my opinion the benefits of joint working compensate because of the opportunities for wider discussion about the topics. Also not all parents can afford a tutor so some students have an advantage over their peers. While I do need to charge a living rate for my work, I`m keen to redress this so far as I can. Therefore I also offer tuition to two or more students at a time with a much cheaper fee per student. Also, if families have genuine difficulties with tutor rates I am happy to do group-work at the lower one-to-one fee.
Please also note that my published rates hold for anyone living within 6 miles/10km of my home if I`m travelling to you. If you live further away, I do have to consider the time and expense of travel (not least given the traffic in these parts).
Therefore, if you live further away and I`m travelling to you, my rate will be £40 + £10 = £50 per hour.
Willing to travel: 10 miles
Experience: I began my working career in bookselling and publishing.
Later I trained and became a qualified Youth & Community Worker. After 16 years` experience as a youth mentor, youth worker and youth work manager, I started teaching secondary pupils in 2014 and now work as a full-time teacher at a local secondary school.
I have also marked History GCSE and O Level exams, employed by Cambridge International Examinations.
I can provide certificates for all degrees and qualifications on request.
DBS Check: Yes
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Feedback For Peter (33)
Sadia (Mrs)
28/03/2022
Peter is an excellent teacher, my daughter enjoys his lessons and has made good progress.
Tutors Response :
Many thanks for your positive feedback, Sadia, and it is much appreciated.
Peter
Alison (Mrs)
13/01/2022
Peter has been a great support to our son over the past few months, with A level exams looming he has been very helpful with checking topics done at school (via teams) and then exam practice and essay recommended. Highly recommended.
Tutors Response :
Many thanks for your feedback, Alison - it is much appreciated. Peter
Mandy (Mrs)
23/06/2021
Peter has been helping my daughter prepare for her GCSE history exams since Feb. He has a great teaching style and my daughter was much more engaged in the lessons. Peter identified her learning gaps and promptly brought her up to speed, even learning new topics himself to support her. He also focused on exam preparation and provided prompt feedback on assessments. Overall, I am really thankful to Peter for helping my daughter find her passion for History again!
Tutors Response :
Very many thanks for your kind feedback, Mandy - much appreciated! Peter
Sue (Mrs)
28/12/2020
Highly recommend Peter. Connected with my daughter instantly; a very knowledgeable and motivating tutor.
Tutors Response :
Many thanks for your feedback, Sue - much appreciated. Peter
Nadia (Mrs)
19/03/2020
Peter is the most amazing history tutor one could ever wish for. Impressive Historian. Incredibly knowledgeable, passionate about his subject, with many years of experience, with a depth and understanding ot the exam specifications and techniques, very patient and adjusting all his speed and teaching techniques to the individual needs of his student. My son, currently in year 11, loves every single lesson with Peter. I am absolutely certain that we will continue looking for Peter`s help with our daughter in the future. Peter, it is an honour for Boris to work with you!
Tutors Response :
Nadia - thank you and that is so kind of you to write that! Boris is developing very well and it I am so sorry that the Covid-19 crisis means we have had to suspend face-to-face work. Hopefully there will be clarity about the grading arrangements now exams are cancelled and I will be delighted to give my view of Boris`s improvements if this will help with his final grade. Best regards, Peter.
Jane (Mrs)
19/03/2020
Peter is a thorough and dedicated tutor and has really helped my son to enjoy and progress in his gcse history. Thank you Peter!
Tutors Response :
Thank you very much for your positive feedback. I am so sorry that the Covid-19 crisis means we have had to suspend work. Hopefully there will be clarity about the grading arrangements now exams are cancelled and I will be delighted to give my view of Josh`s (very strong) capabilities if this will help with his final grade. Best regards, Peter.
Kate (Mrs)
10/12/2019
Totally inspiring, professional and thorough. Makes history come alive and exams seem less onerous. Extremely helpful and encouraging. My daughter really looks forward to his tutor sessions.
Tutors Response :
Hi Kate and thank you so much for your positive review - it is very much appreciated! Best regards, Peter.
Neelam (Mrs)
20/11/2019
Peter had been a fantastic tutor for my son . He has been punctual to lessons, provided notes after each lesson and also checked in advance what my son wanted to learn in the lesson . Great work !
Tutors Response :
Many thanks for your kind review - it`s much appreciated!
Best regards,
Peter
Varun (Mr)
11/11/2019
Peter was Amazing
Tutors Response :
Thank you Varun and much appreciated. It was pleasure working with you. Best regards, Peter.
Miss R (Miss)
11/09/2019
Peter is a great tutor with a real passion for history and an in-depth knowledge of a wide range of topics which gave me a different insight into my studies. After working with Peter for half a year I gained an increased confidence in my academic ability and managed to achieve an A* in my A level history.
Tutors Response :
Thanks very much for your positive feedback and many congratulations on your great result! It was a pleasure working with you and all the very best in your studies and for the future.
Peter
Jo (Mrs)
27/08/2019
Totally recommend Peter, his enthusiasm for the subject is amazing, he really inspired my son to work independently between sessions, my son sat IGCSE history this year and got an A* (he was predicted A/B but was getting B/C in his tests).
Tutors Response :
Many thanks for your kind review Jo and again well done to your son: he was enthusiastic, worked really hard and well deserved the result.
Best regards,
Peter
Minnie (Mrs)
22/08/2019
So today we got my sons results and were totally surpsieed at the amazing grade that he got for History!
In his mock exam, he had a grade 5 but today, he got a grade 8! We contacted Peter after his mock results to see if he could help.
What I liked about him is that his first lesson was free so that we could see if he was right for our son - and he was! His way of teaching is more conversational and he checks what is most needed for the student.
Thank you Peter so much for everything!
Tutors Response :
Thank you for your positive feedback Minnie and well done to your son on his great result. It was a pleasure working with him and all the best for the future.
Best regards,
Peter
Asad (Mr)
20/05/2019
Peter, is very helpful, he has a great attitude and lots of energy which rubs off on the student, the lessons always seemed to be very busy which was good. The feedback from my son was very positive also. I would definitely recommend Peter to anyone. We will miss his presence! The proof of the pudding will be in the exam result in this subject of course, so fingers crossed!
Tutors Response :
Thanks very much for your kind feedback Asad, and best of luck to your won in the exam. Best regards, Peter.
Yuki (Mrs)
06/09/2018
Peter tutored my son for his A level history exam. He always arrived promptly and carried out a well prepared lesson. Peter showed a great deal of knowledge on the subject and my son enjoyed their discussions. Peter also assisted in my son`s exam technique which ultimately gained him his A grade. I would whole heartedly recommend his services.
Tutors Response :
Thank you very much for your kind review Yuki (and for your excellent coffee!) and all the very best to Kai for the future.
Best regards,
Peter
Eleanor (Ms)
23/08/2018
We would highly recommend Peter. Thomas improved his grade from a 5+ to a 7 after lessons from January to June! Furthermore he enjoyed every moment of his lessons.
Peter is very enthusiastic, personable, and encouraging. His passion for the subject was contagious, and he would be likely to give confidence to any pupil. Thank you so much Peter. Thomas is now looking forward to continuing History at `A` level.
Tutors Response :
Thank you very much for your positive feedback Eleanor and well done Thomas - all the best for his A levels too! Peter
Yuki (Mrs)
18/03/2018
Peter is my son`s A level history tutor. Since he started teaching my son a year ago, my son`s grade for the end of year exam and mock exams improved so much. We are so pleased.
He has tremendous knowledge and resources and makes each session enjoyable. I really recommend Peter.
Tutors Response :
Thank you for your kind words - they are much appreciated!
Best regards,
Peter
Stuart (Prof)
11/03/2018
good subject knowledge and practical advice
Tutors Response :
Thanks very much for your feedback - much appreciated!
best regards,
Peter
Sadia (Mrs)
26/09/2017
I found this tuition really helpful. Peter is very flexible as a tutor in regards to timing. His teaching style is excellent, helping me remember the information better and in more detail as well as being something I looked forward to. He helped me achieve an A* in a GCSE. I would totally recommend him if you need to improve you exam technique or knowledge.
Tutors Response :
Thank you very much for your positive feedback and all the very best in your future studies!
Peter
Helen (Mrs)
25/09/2017
Peter has a lovely way of teaching along with fantastic knowledge, he has given my son confidence with his A level History. Thank you.
Tutors Response :
Thank you for your feedback Helen - it is much appreciated! Peter
Helen (Mrs)
25/09/2017
Peter has a lovely way of teaching along with fantastic knowledge, he has given my son confidence with his A level History. Thank you.
Georgina (Miss)
10/09/2017
Peter tutored my daughter in A`level History. His knowledge was brilliant and my daughter liked his teaching technique which he adapted when he found out she was dyslexic. He always goes the extra mile. Predicted a D by the school and achieved a B - say no more!!
Tutors Response :
Thanks so much for your kind review and well done to Georgina who worked really hard. Best of luck to her in all she does in the future.
Best wishes,
Peter
Harry (Mr)
06/08/2017
Really helpful and understood the needs of my child
Tutors Response :
Thank you very much for you kind review - much appreciated. Regards, Peter
Chris (Mr)
21/06/2017
Fantastic history tutor, incredibly knowledgeable on the subject and has certainly improved my essay structure.
Tutors Response :
Thank you very much for your kind review, Chris, and have a fun and relaxing summer: you`ve earned it! Peter
Anna ()
27/12/2016
Peter seemed really nice, he gave a lesson to my kids (7 and 8 y.o). I guess older children can benefit from Peter`s lessons more though.
Georgina (Miss)
30/11/2016
Prompt, professional with good knowledge of the subject. Very pleased.
Tutors Response :
Hi Georgina and I`m sorry but I missed this review when you posted it so am only responding now to thank you. Hope the last International Relations paper went well and enjoy the summer.
Peter
Madison (Miss)
06/09/2016
Peter was brilliant at not only helping me to learn what I needed to know but also at interesting me in a topic which played a huge part overall in my success in the exam.
I cannot recommend him highly enough
Maddie Wiseman
Tutors Response :
Very many thanks for your review Maddie and have a great time at University!
Best regards,
Peter
Dawn (Mrs)
05/09/2016
Further to my earlier Feedback. My son exceeded his predicted grade at A level and I would suggest that this was almost entirely down to Peter`s tuition. Thank you Peter, we are ever grateful.
Tutors Response :
Thank you for your feedback, Dawn, and well done that man!
Best regards,
Peter
Caroline (Mrs)
02/09/2016
Peter has been such a help and inspiration to my son throughout his A level History preparation. I am sure Peter played a big part in helping my son to get his place at King`s to read History. I recommend him very highly.
Tutors Response :
Very many thanks for your kind words and all the very best in future studies!
Peter
Dawn (Mrs)
12/06/2016
I cannot recommend Peter highly enough. He puts incredible preparation into each tutor session to ensure the boys were going over subjects where they needed help, rather than just rolling out a general revision session. He was incredibly patient and managed to strike a good balance between firmness and humour! I will definitely be contacting him again when my younger son needs some help.
Thank you Peter
Tutors Response :
Dawn, thank you very much for your positive feedback and I appreciate it very much.
Best regards,
Peter
Kelley (Mrs)
22/04/2016
Can`t recommend Peter highly enough! He has given my daughter her confidence back (A2 level).Extremely organised and has a fabulous manner. Thank you.
Tutors Response :
Thank you very much for your feedback - most kind and much appreciated.
Peter
Caroline (Mrs)
06/03/2016
My son has had two revision sessions with Pater for A level History. He has been so impressed by Peter`s knowledge and ability to explain and engage with the student. So far we are very happy.
Dongli (Mrs)
02/02/2016
Peter has taught my daughter Grace for English literature nearly 6 months, Grace enjoys it and loves it so much. Peter is polite, patient and punctual. With his rich `History` background, he always combines some interesting history into English literature, which is great to yound kids. I would recommend peter as a trustworthy, knowledgeable tutor.
Catherine (Mrs)
02/02/2016
Peter is fantastic. My son enjoys his sessions and his History grade has improved. Peter is reliable, always well prepared and is enthusiastic about the subject. Highly recommended.
Tutors Response :
Thank you very much for your review, Catherine, and it is much appreciated. Peter