Nicola Mouskis

Ms Mouskis supported me through both my GCSE and A-Level English studies. Her teaching style and interactive discussions made topics genuinely engaging. In particular, her after school tutoring club helped me fill in the gaps where I struggled most. I felt comfortable to share my weaknesses with her as I entered secondary school still new to the English Language. Her confidence in me pushed me to take English Literature A-level although I knew it would be a challenge. She would give me detailed, line by line feedback on my practice essays, showing me exactly how to improve my analysis which I found most helpful.

Ms Mouskis taught me English Literature for three years at GCSE level. Her teaching style allowed me to improve and progress from a grade 5 to a grade 8 in my formal GCSE exam. It is particularly due to her very detailed and constructive feedback that guided me to adapt a more sophisticated style of writing. Ms Mouskis tends to focus on writer’s intent and how every piece of literature we study is significant, allowing me to connect with novels on a more personal level. Due to her passionate and attentive teaching method, I was encouraged by her to pursue English Literature further into A level, where I achieved an A. Beyond her capabilities as an English teacher, she worked closely with me to perfect my university application that granted me a place at Oxford university. I’m incredibly thankful for her for being such a caring teacher and going beyond pure academia but also showing a genuine interest in my well being as a person.

Ms Mouskis taught me English GCSE, her teaching style was interactive, encouraging all to participate in class discussions and activities. Her welcoming approach made English a subject we looked forward to studying and excelling in. She was able to come up with ideas on the spot to create a lively environment, bringing the texts to life demonstrating that learning was something to enjoy.