Experienced history and politics teacher, with an Oxbridge background, who specialises in 11+ tuition and supporting students from KS3-KS5.
I have taught in a range of educational settings, giving me a broad understanding of different curricula and student needs. My classroom experience includes teaching at a leading London International Baccalaureate (IB) school and at a high-performing grammar school, where I supported students in achieving strong academic outcomes and preparing for competitive examinations.
Alongside my classroom teaching, I have several years of experience as a private tutor, working with students across the 7+, 11+, GCSE, A Level, and university application stages. I provide personalised, one-to-one tuition in History and English, including comprehension, essay writing, creative writing, and exam technique, tailoring each lesson to suit the individual student’s goals and learning style.
In addition, I worked as a Graduate Adviser at UCAS, supporting students through the higher education application process. This experience has given me valuable insight into university admissions, personal statements, and helping students present themselves confidently when applying to competitive courses and institutions.
I tailor every lesson to the individual, adapting my teaching to suit each student’s strengths, areas for development, and learning style. Whether preparing for the 11+, GCSEs, A Levels, or simply aiming to improve subject knowledge and confidence, I focus on building strong foundations, developing critical thinking, and equipping students with effective exam techniques.
History is much more than memorising dates and facts—it is about analysing evidence, evaluating different perspectives, and constructing persuasive arguments. I enjoy helping students master these skills while making lessons engaging, interactive, and relevant.
I believe that the best learning happens when students feel supported, motivated, and encouraged to ask questions. My aim is not only to help students achieve excellent academic results but also to foster independent learners who leave each lesson feeling more confident, capable, and inspired.
University of Cambridge
MA History
University of Oxford
PGCE History
Emily has been an amazing tutor for our daughter. She quickly identified the areas that needed the most attention and created engaging lessons that built both her skills and confidence. We noticed a huge improvement in her comprehension, creative writing and exam technique.
Our son genuinely looked forward to his lessons with Emily. She made learning enjoyable while maintaining high expectations, and her calm, encouraging approach really helped him believe in himself. We were delighted when he received an offer from his first-choice grammar school.
Emily’s lessons are always engaging, well-structured and tailored to what I need. She helped me improve my essay technique, develop stronger arguments and use evidence more effectively. I felt much more confident going into my exams thanks to her support.
Emily has a real talent for making Politics interesting. She challenges me to think beyond the specification while making sure I understand exactly what examiners are looking for. My predicted grade improved from a B to an A after working with her.
