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Lucy

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Lucy
Lucy
Tutor
Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire
Feedback Score:
+21
Member Since: 18/07/2016
Last Login: 1 day ago
Response Rate: 80%
Expected Response: < 14 hours
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My Qualifications

PhD
Oxford University
History
Pass no corrections.  (2022)
MA
King`s College London
Shakespeare Studies
Merit  (2017)
BA
Oxford University
History and English
First  (2016)
International Baccalaureate
King`s College School
HL History, HL English, HL Physics, SL German, SL Econo...
42  (2013)

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Rates summary: £43.00 to £59.00 per hour
PrimaryKS3GCSEA-LevelDegreeIB
Creative Writing---£50--
Eleven Plus£46-----
English£43£45£51£56-£56
History£43£54£56£56-£56
Personal Statements---£59£46-

Information about Lucy

I am an experienced History and English tutor with a doctorate from Oxford University. I have seven years of experience, ranging from KS2 to A-Level and IB, during which I have established my teaching style.

In the last seven years, I have taught over eighty students, helping all of them raise their grade a minimum of one grade boundary. In 2019, my four A-level students all moved from a C/D to an A/A* with my help. In 2020, all my students met their university offers, despite the pandemic. In 2021 and 2022, all of my students improved their grades to an A/A* or 8/9.

I aim to build a student`s confidence and interest in a subject as part of improving their grades. I make my lessons interactive, with plenty of space for independent thought and activities that spark students` imaginations, such as videos and creative writing. With both History and English, I work to improve a student`s subject knowledge and analytical skills, before working up to writing essays. I teach my students how best to plan their essays, as I find structure is one of the hardest things for teens to grasp. We then work on paragraph shaping, topic sentences, and arguments, in order for students to communicate their ideas to best possible effect.

I set homework that addresses the issues a student is currently facing, in order to practice their new skills and get used to working on their own. I give detailed feedback on homework, especially essays, and go through it in class so students understand exactly what is required of them.

I am experienced with the 9-1 GCSE, and multiple exam boards. I aim to tailor my tuition exactly to the specifications and learning objectives set out by each board, aiming to cover at least one major LO per lesson. use a lot of past papers in testing students` ability to reproduce what they have learned, as well as ensuring they meet the standards set by the board.

I can also help students with university and schools admissions, particularly Oxbridge. I have carried out mock interviews for students applying to Oxford and Cambridge with the charity Oxfizz, in order to help them prepare for the gruelling admissions process.

I`ve just been awarded my DPhil in History at Oxford University, researching how early modern drama was part of the debate over visions of political authority. My interest in early modern politics and drama began while I was doing my undergrad in History and English at Oxford, and developed while I did my MA in Shakespeare Studies at King`s College London.

Availability: I am extremely flexible on hours. I work on Zoom, usually, and can offer slots both after school and at the weekend, so can work with your child`s availability.

Willing to travel: 50 miles

Experience: I am experienced with teaching KS3, GCSE, A-level and IB for History and English. I can also help with Common Entrance and Oxbridge applications. I am experienced with helping with personal statements and with carrying out mock interviews. I have achieved extremely good results from my students, including both top grades and Oxford admission.

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Feedback For Lucy (21)

We have a total of 21 review(s) for Lucy.

Robert (Mr)
06/11/2023

5/5 Rating

Lucy has been Tom`s tutor for the last half term. They have formed a good relationship and Tom looks forward to their sessions. He is completing tasks set ahead of time and is thinking about what he needs to do. Tom is a reluctant reader but bright and articulate. Trusting his tutor is important in this GCSE year. Lucy has also accomodated a number of time changes due to weekend commitments. Altogether a positive experience.


Saido (Mrs)
17/10/2023

5/5 Rating

Lucy supported my son with his Personal Statement and provided some very important feedback on how to perfect his draft as an Oxbridge applicant. My son was impressed with Lucy’s input and really benefited from the sessions he had. Lucy is a very professional and knowledgeable tutor and I would not hesitate in recommending her services to others!


Aga (Mrs)
02/06/2023

5/5 Rating

I would highly recommend Lucy as an English tutor. Her knowledge and passion for English Literature is amazing and has truly helped my daughter improve in the span of only 3 months.

Tutors Response :

Hi Aga,

Thanks so much for this kind feedback. I enjoyed teaching your daughter very much.


Maria (Mrs)
31/01/2023

5/5 Rating

Great tutor


Jo (Mrs)
13/07/2022

5/5 Rating

Lucy was very knowledgeable and helpful I only wish I had found such a good tutor for my daughters A `level earlier.


Saima (Mrs)
19/06/2022

5/5 Rating

Excellent tutor.


Rebecca (Miss)
11/01/2022

5/5 Rating

Good communication and very knowledgeable. Lucy has been very helpful and flexible. Would definitely recommend her.


Ishfaq (Mr)
02/02/2021

5/5 Rating

Lucy is a fantastic tutor, very diligent and has great knowledge. My daughter really enjoyed the lessons and gained some excellent value.


Sonia (Ms)
01/12/2020

5/5 Rating

Lucy was very helpful with ELAT prep. Unfortunately, she is no longer available.


Susan (Ms)
26/11/2020

5/5 Rating

Brilliant tutor. She is well organized , supportive and patient. I am happy to recommend her.


Julia (Miss)
16/09/2020

5/5 Rating

Lucy is an impressively knowledgeable and reliable tutor who understands my aims well. She has helped me a lot through suggesting the right material to explore, and encouraging further research into incredibly relevant although non trivial aspects of my first year university reading. Lucy`s work and approach is very inspiring and motivating as I have found that the modules and literary genres/eras I has struggled with a lot have become incredibly enjoyable and fascinating. I look forward to continuing working with Lucy throughout the year and can confidently recommend her as a tutor.


Lauren (Mrs)
20/06/2020

5/5 Rating

My daughter has been working with Lucy on History Mock revision. Lucy is very knowledgeable and understands how to get the most out of their sessions. She communicates in a really productive manner and is thorough on each topic. I would definitely recommend Lucy as a tutor and we will continue to use her for History A level support.

Tutors Response :

Many thanks for this very kind feedback! I have been enjoying my lessons with Madison.


Lesley (Dr)
24/02/2020

5/5 Rating

Lucy is well organised and approachable and I am sure will make a positive difference to my son`s learning.


Stephen (Mr)
19/06/2019

5/5 Rating

Lucy has carried out face to face and online lessons which have had an immediate impact and we would highly recommend her


gaynor (Ms)
01/08/2018

5/5 Rating

Can thoroughly recommend Lucy. Within 2 sessions she had my daughter back enjoying a subject she had begun to think she couldn`t do, and her results have improved significantly. She is a naturally good teacher and my daughter looks forward to her tutoring.


Rebecca (Mrs)
11/07/2018

5/5 Rating

Lucy is a very good teacher! My daughter really enjoys her lessons!

Tutors Response :

Thank you for this feedback, Rebecca!


Paul ()
24/11/2017

5/5 Rating

Lucy is ferociously clever, but also a very supportive, direct and down to earth tutor. She gave invaluable help preparing our daughter for the Cambridge ELAT admissions test.


Ahyoung (Ms)
25/10/2017

5/5 Rating

She is bright and nice.
We are satisfied with her lesson.


Regina (Mrs)
04/06/2017

5/5 Rating

Excellent, thorough History tutor (especially good for essay help!). Very punctual and flexible. Highly recommend.


Myriam (Mrs)
08/10/2016

5/5 Rating

Amazingly knowledgable and super interactive


Cathy (Ms)
24/09/2016

5/5 Rating

Lucy is friendly and professional. She put my daughter at ease and is currently helping with A Level history. I would recommend Lucy.


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