James

4.8 200+ students

13+ Common Entrance Tutor | PGCE in Upper Primary Education

My name is James, and I am a dedicated 13+ Common Entrance tutor with over twelve years of experience helping students succeed in their senior school applications. Before becoming a full-time tutor, I taught at a leading prep school in Surrey, where I supported hundreds of pupils through the CE pathway. Over the years, I’ve helped students secure places at schools such as Eton, Harrow, Winchester, Radley and Charterhouse.

Teaches:13+ Common Entrance

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Qualifications

13+ Common Entrance:Qualified Online Teacher

PGCE:Upper Primary Education

Former Prep School Teacher:12+ Years Experience

Vetted Tutor

Personally Interviewed

Our tutors go through a rigorous selection process, having been interviewed to assess their teaching skills and subject knowledge. They have extensive tutoring experience with a track record of success, helping students achieve their academic goals.

Tutoring Experience

I studied History at Durham University before completing my PGCE in Upper Primary Education. During my teaching career, I served as Head of Year 7 and led both the English and Humanities departments. This experience gave me a deep understanding of what top independent schools expect from students academically and how best to prepare them for the demands of Common Entrance.

Tutoring Approach

I believe that successful preparation is built on strong foundations and steady confidence. In my lessons, I focus on strengthening key skills in Maths, English, Science and Humanities, teaching clear essay structure and source analysis, helping students approach multi-step Maths problems with confidence and building effective exam techniques for the wide range of Common Entrance papers. I also prepare students for interview stages through guided practice.

Every lesson is tailored to the individual, creating a calm and encouraging environment where students feel comfortable asking questions and challenging themselves. My aim is not only to help them succeed in the CE but to ensure they step into senior school feeling capable, confident and ready for the challenges ahead.