About

My love for English started at school and I know how fundamental it is to enjoy a subject in order to succeed. After achieving a First-Class Honours degree in English Language and Linguistics at the University of Brighton. I moved back to London where I started my teaching career. I have worked as a teacher for over 10 years, including navigating online learning during the COVID pandemic; teaching full online lessons for my students throughout that period and creating comprehensive resources to complete at home.

Becoming a private tutor in 2017 allowed me to gain a greater knowledge and experience of different exam board criteria alongside my main teaching employment. I have worked with AQA, IGCSE, Pearson Edexcel and Eduqas (Part of WJEC).

After returning to work after my first maternity leave in 2019, I started my role as second in charge of the department focusing on the KS3 curriculum. During which time, I have adapted the curriculum and resources focusing on key concepts allowing students to progress effectively through GCSE, A level and beyond. The curriculum changes have directly contributed to the continuous improvement of my GCSE and A Level results year after year.

Since 2019, my work within school includes ITT mentorship enabling me to support and train new teachers starting their careers. This allows continuous professional development to ensure that myself and fellow trainees stay up to date with curriculum changes, evolving technology, and modern teaching methodologies. As a member of NATE, I keep up to date with relevant teaching publications to enhance my continuing professional development.

After returning to work after my second maternity leave in 2024, I secured a position as Head of House, allowing me to broaden my experience far beyond the realms of the English classroom. This experience is fundamental in my understanding of engagement and centring education around enjoyment as well as academia.

I have worked with students who love the study of English as much as I do and those who really struggle to enjoy it. Both students are always capable of success. I believe that building confidence is the core to progression and small group sessions are the key to unlocking true potential.

My teaching approach is centered around:

  • Personalised Learning: I understand that each student has unique needs. I work closely with my students to create customised lesson plans that target their specific areas of improvement, helping them progress at their own pace.

  • Engaging Lessons: Learning English can be both fun and challenging. I incorporate a variety of teaching methods—from quizzes that assess prior knowledge, to discussions centred around big ideas and real life examples. I provide reading exercises and writing tasks—to make online lessons engaging and memorable.

  • Real-World Application: I ensure that my students understand how English is used in real-world contexts, whether for business, travel, or everyday conversation. I focus on practical skills that they can apply immediately both in school and in their day-to-day lives.

  • Positive Learning Environment: I create a supportive and encouraging online environment where students feel comfortable making mistakes, asking questions, and learning at their own pace.

Every child is capable of success in English. With the right guidance, support and regular practice every child can achieve their goals.

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FAQs

  • As a busy parent myself, I understand the importance of convenient ways to help assist my child’s learning. Online learning allows tailored support and intervention in the comfort of your own home.

    I am an experienced English teacher working in mainstream education, I have a vast amount of classroom experience. I have also been tutoring since 2017 and have gained a substantial knowledge of different exam board criteria.

    Unfortunately, it is not always the case that people offering tuition are fully qualified or DBS checked. This is not the case with me. During our initial consultation I can provide you with my QTS (qualified teacher’s status) certificate and DBS certificate information. I also have up to date Safeguarding training (including Keeping Children Safe in Education KCSE and PREVENT training).

    Please also check the testimonial page to see parent review information.

  • The cost is £35 per one hour session charged at the start of each month. You are welcome to book multiple sessions a week or more than one hour, this will be added at the hourly rate.

  • Filling in the contact form and paying a deposit (50% of the first monthly invoice) will enable me to collate pupil information and allocate a slot accordingly. I will be in touch before the start of September to assign slots.

    Deposits are non-refundable and will be deducted from your first invoice.

  • As each session is planned and tailored to your child’s progress, late cancellation (less than 24 hours) will be charged at 50% of the hourly rate and added to your monthly invoice. There is a no refund policy if your child does not attend.

    Please ensure your child logs in to the session promptly. Any internet connection issues are solely the responsibility of the tutee.

  • If for whatever reason I am unable to attend a session, I will do my best to rearrange the session suiting your needs.

    However, if that cannot be done, the session will automatically be deducted from your next month’s invoice.

  • If you have to cancel a session, please email justine@enhance-english.com. The sessions are non refundable and if you cancel with less than 24 hours notice you will incur a 50% session charge on your next invoice.

  • When booking your child’s space through Enhance English, you automatically get a free consultation meeting that will be scheduled prior to your child’s start date.

    As well as that, I offer a free scheduled parents’ consultation (10 minutes) online every three months to discuss your child’s progress. This is often a great opportunity to share information from parents’ evening at school so I can best adapt the learning to target the student’s goals within their school setting.

    Any other concerns or questions can be emailed directly to justine@enhance-english.com.

  • The sessions will scheduled via GoogleMeet. The students will need a Google account to be added to the schedule list.

    It is best that the students work from a laptop or computer to fully access the software’s capabilities. For example, when working on GoogleDocs, students can instantly share their work with me and I am able to live mark for 1:1 intervention throughout the session.

  • Enhance English is looking to expand to provide a better range of options in terms of time slots. There may also be an opportunity for day time slots for students during holidays and half terms.

    Please check the website regularly for updates or email justine@enhance-english.com if you would like to get in touch regarding day time tuition.

    If your child is already registered with Enhance English, they will automatically get priority booking for school holiday day time slots. Information will be emailed out regarding booking.

Contact

Fill in the registration form to request a space for online tuition from September 2025 onwards.

In order to ensure the best possible grouping for your child, you may not be given your first option for time or day slots. Please give multiple options for this so I am able to cater best to your child’s needs.