Tutor Profile

Ruth

(19 reviews)

Ruth

I am an English tutor with over 20 years’ experience of teaching in high schools and over 10 years’ experience of tutoring and GCSE exam marking. I am happy to provide both on-line and in person tutoring.

Teaching Experience

I have a broad range of experience both in and out of the classroom. I have taught English in high schools for over 20 years, working with Years 7-13 and covering GCSE and A level English literature and language. I have led a busy and successful English department for much of that time. For the last 10 years, I’ve been working as a tutor covering a wide range of GCSE exam boards. I have also worked, for several years, as a GCSE exam marker so I have a very good understanding of the demands of the curriculum and the exams.

Tutoring Approach

I offer support that is carefully tailored to the needs of your child. I have an excellent track record of supporting young people to develop confidence in English, to find more enjoyment in the subject and to make more rapid progress towards goals. Whether you’re looking for long-term tutoring or whether you’re close to exams, I will work closely with you to ensure that your child gets the very best out of the sessions.

When we first meet, I’ll ask your child about their experience in English lessons and why you’ve decided to look for a tutor. We’ll talk about the things your child enjoys as well as the things they find challenging and this will help me to adapt my teaching to suit their needs and interests. I will keep in regular contact with you and we’ll keep reviewing the way that we work to make sure that the lessons continue to benefit your child.

My students have always said that they find their sessions interesting and useful. Parents have described me as a very caring teacher who has helped their child to engage in the subject and make good progress. Many parents have commented that the work their children do in my lessons has also had a positive impact on other subjects and my students have always reached or exceeded their target grades.

Qualifications

PGCE

PGCE · Leeds University · 1992

Degree

Bachelors · Manchester · 1988

Reviews (19)

HelenFirst Tutors

Ruth is excellent. She took time to get to know us, our son and his expectations. Ruth has in-depth knowledge and experience of the curriculum and how to improve marks. I have no hesitation in recommending her.

Tutor response

Thanks Helen. It's been a pleasure working with your son.

EveFirst Tutors

Ruth has been an incredible English tutor for our son since last September, supporting him all the way through to his GCSE exams. Her structured approach to homework and thoughtful guidance have made a noticeable difference in his confidence and skills. She went above and beyond by offering additional sessions in the lead-up to exams, ensuring he was thoroughly prepared and focused. Ruth has a keen eye for identifying areas that need improvement and always provides clear, constructive advice on how to address them. Thanks to her expertise and encouragement, our son made significant progress and achieved results we’re very pleased with. We highly recommend Ruth to any parent seeking a thoughtful, committed, and effective tutor.

Tutor response

That’s lovely feedback. Thank you Eve! I really enjoyed working with your son and wish him all the very best with his A levels and beyond.

VarinderFirst Tutors

Ruth was an amazing tutor for my daughter who was lacking confidence in English. She made her feel at ease and took time to do a pre call to establish where she had concerns. My daughter thoroughly enjoyed her lessons with Ruth and we saw an impact very soon after starting tutoring with her grades going up by 2.

Tutor response

Thanks Varinder. I really enjoyed working with her and wish her all the very best with her results and into the future.

SholaFirst Tutors

Ruth has given my daughter great confidence in English. She is thorough and encouraging. I would highly recommend her as a tutor.

Tutor response

Thanks Shola. You know how much I’ve enjoyed working with your daughter. She’s been very committed and deserves every success. I wish her well with her GCSEs this year and look forward to hearing about her progress in the future.

DeepaFirst Tutors

We are associated with Ruth for the last 7 years as she initially turored my elder son and now younger son. My kids have really enjoyed Ruth's lessons and we can see the difference it has made to their results. Feedback she gives at the end of each lesson helps us see where our kids are. Thank you for your excellent tutoring Ruth!

Tutor response

Thank you Deepa. It’s been a pleasure to work with both of your boys. I was delighted when your eldest did so well in his GCSEs, then in his A levels and now in his medical course at Cambridge and I’m enjoying watching your youngest develop his skills and confidence with the same level of commitment.

VikasFirst Tutors

We're are really pleased with the support our son is receiving from Ruth. She has quickly established a comfortable learning space which is really helping him feel at ease in the sessions. Ruth is patiently addressing the areas our son needs help with and that certainly is helping his writing and confidence. It's been good to see our son's English skills improve, and he is enjoying his sessions. Ruth's has a clear approach to tutoring and provides encouragement which makes a great difference. We appreciate her commitment and the steady progress our son is making. Thank you for your efforts as a tutor.

Tutor response

Many thanks for your kind comments Vikas. Your son is making great progress because he responds so well to advice and guidance and it’s wonderful to see how his skills and confidence are developing.

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JanFirst Tutors

Ruth is an excellent tutor and a lovely lady. My son has autism and is very nervous around teachers but he got on with Ruth instantly. She has a very caring and calm manner and got to know his "foibles" quickly and directed him in a way he understood. She went out of her way to fit in extra sessions before exams and my son achieved the grade needed to stay on in 6th form, which wouldn't have happened without her tutoring. It's a pity we're not going to need her expertise for his 6th form subjects.

Tutor response

Thank you for your kind words, Jan. He did so well this summer and I wish him all the best.

VinnyFirst Tutors

We engaged Ruth for help with GCSE English and the results were excellent. She set just the right level of challenge in the sessions and homework and her thoughtful, engaging approach encouraged better understanding and independent thinking that not only improved on predicted grades in English by 2 points but also brought on marked gains in other subjects. Highly recommended!!

Tutor response

Thank you Vinny. Wishing him all the best in the future.

AbdulFirst Tutors

Resourceful, knowledgeable and my son feels he is learning and getting better.

Tutor response

Thanks for the feedback. Great to hear that he's finding it helpful.

MunibaFirst Tutors

Very easy and helpful

Tutor response

Thanks Muniba! Lovely to work with you both.

GangotriFirst Tutors

My son in Year 9 has started having English lessons with Ruth since last few months. Her lessons are engaging, useful, and she was very patient. She is always encouraging him to try different techniques. I would highly recommend her to anyone interested in learning English. Thank you Ruth.

Tutor response

Thank you Gangotri!

MichaelFirst Tutors

Ruth was a great help to my son leading up to his GCSE English (unfortunately Covid 19 put a stop to things). His grades improved and he was progressing well. I would have no hesitation in recommending Ruth.

Tutor response

Thank you Michael.

KatieFirst Tutors

Ruth has been a fantastic tutor for my 13 year old home educated daughter. My daughter had a traumatic experience of high school, and she suffers with severe anxiety along with other health conditions. Ruth has such a kind and gentle approach, and gets the best out of my daughter using positive praise and encouragement. Since being tutored by Ruth, my daughter has not only improved immensely with her English skills, and working at a higher level than her high school peers, but she has also grown in confindence and self esteem, and actually looks forward to her English lesson each week. I would highly recommend Ruth to anyone looking for private tuition. Katie

Tutor response

Thank you Katie. It's been a pleasure working with you both.

LindaFirst Tutors

Ruth has made a massive impact to my son’s enjoyment of English. She has helped him to gain confidence with the subject. Ruth is always so positive and enthusiastic it is a pleasure to watch and listen to her. Thank you Ruth

Tutor response

Thanks Linda! You know how much I enjoy working with Matthew. It's been an absolute pleasure to see him progress this year. No pressure Matthew but you do seem to be going from strength to strength! See you in September!

TimFirst Tutors

I am very pleased to give Ruth our highest possible endorsement. Ruth tutored our son toward his GCSE English - she came shortly after his mock exams and had an almost immediate impact. This, in turn, grew his confidence in English but also in other subjects. She was kind, patient, easy to deal with but also prepared, knowledgeable and professional. We are very grateful for her help.

Tutor response

Thank you for the lovely feedback. It was a pleasure working with Oliver and I'm looking forward to hearing how well he's done!

HaroonFirst Tutors

Ruth has been a great tutor for my daughter. She has a great deal of subject experience and was able to support my daughter each step of the way in preparation for her English GCSE examinations. My daughter felt that Ruth was patient with her, helped to build her confidence, and she felt very comfortable discussing her subject problems. Ruth really cares about how well her students do and has been very supportive. Thanks Ruth.

Tutor response

Thanks Haron.

AlanFirst Tutors

Ruth has done a fantastic job with my son. She has been consistently reliable and professional and has often gone beyond expectations to ensure that he is as well prepared for his GCSEs as possible. In the short time she has worked with him, he has become much more confident in his skills.

Tutor response

Thanks Alan!

BanFirst Tutors

Ruth is a professional, enthusiastic and kind tutor I believe that Ruth will help my son gain his confidence to preform his best in his GCSE English double award

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Subjects Taught
English
Secondary (11 to 14 years)
£45.00
GCSE or National 3-5
£45.00
English Literature
A-Level, IB or Highers
£60.00
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