About James
About James
I am a highly skilled and experienced teacher with experience in both independent prep and state primary schools. I have also worked at an inspirational, innovative school in New Zealand (where we used the International Baccalaureate).
I have a track record of outstanding pupil progress, with my classes and students doing very well in 11+, SATs, Common Entrance and Scholarship examinations.
In my roles of Specialist Leader of Education (Literacy) and Kent County Moderator, I was responsible for assessing pupils’ work across Kent. As Head of English and Deputy Head (Academic) in a leading prep school, I led various aspects of school improvement and was responsible for delivering training to teachers.
I have been working as a tutor since 2021. Since then, I have helped lots of students work towards a wide variety of learning goals. Prior to the start of a course of lessons, I take time to discuss students’ needs with parents, in as much detail as necessary. This really helps me to better understand each student and maximise their outcomes. After each lesson, I provide parents with a verbal summary of the work covered, and am available to answer any questions.
I have an Enhanced Certificate from the Disclosure and Barring Service. This is the same level of check for any teacher working with children and young people.
I am a registered member of The Tutors’ Association.