Afshan Noreen

15 Years Experience | Prep to Grade 8 | Pre O-Level 1,2,3 | 31 x 5-Star Reviews ?

Hi! I'm Afshan - Senior Plus Tutor with 15 Years of Teaching Experience & 31 x 5-Star Reviews on FindTutors. Plus Tutor Badge - Trusted by 30+ UK & International Families.

My Journey:
I have taught for 15 years - from Prep (Age 4-5), Grade 1 to Grade 8 - in both Regular / Non O-Level (Matric / National Curriculum) and Cambridge Track. I have 2 Years dedicated Cambridge Curriculum experience teaching Pre O-Level 1 (Grade 6), Pre O-2 (Grade 7), Pre O-3 (Grade 8). I understand both systems deeply, so I can help any child whether they are in local school or O-Level track.

UK Equivalent: EYFS / Reception, KS1, KS2, KS3 (Year R to Year 9)
US Equivalent: Preschool to Middle School (Grade PreK to Grade 8)

What My Lessons Are Like:

Format: My lessons are 100% child-centred, interactive and online. I use Zoom with whiteboard, slides, stories, games, and visuals. No boring lectures! Every lesson is planned according to your child's level and goal.

Content:
- Early Years & Primary (Prep to Grade 5 / Year R-6 / Ages 4-11): Jolly Phonics, Reading Fluency, Handwriting, Basic to Advanced Grammar, Vocabulary, Creative Writing, Story Writing, Reading Comprehension, Spelling, SATs Preparation, 11+ English.
- Middle School (Grades 6-8 / Pre O-Level 1,2,3 / Year 7-9 / KS3): Advanced Grammar Mastery, Essay Writing (Descriptive, Narrative, Argumentative, Formal/Informal Letters), Reading Comprehension (Inference, Analysis), Vocabulary Building, Cambridge Lower Secondary Checkpoint Preparation, O-Level Foundation, Presentation Skills.

Dynamics & Method - My IIW Formula:
I use Introduce - Invest - Withdraw.
1) Introduce: I introduce new concept with a fun story, picture, or real-life example. Child connects instantly.
2) Invest: This is 70% of lesson - child speaks, writes, reads, answers. I don't talk too much. I guide, correct gently, and make them think.
3) Withdraw: I withdraw my help step by step so child becomes independent and confident. Homework is given to practice.

Experience with Different Learners:
In 15 years I have taught every type - shy kids who don't speak, struggling readers, kids with weak grammar, advanced learners who need challenge, ESL learners in UK. I am warm, patient, but also result-focused. I give regular feedback to parents after every lesson and weekly progress plan.

Why Parents Choose Me:
- 15 years = I have seen all curriculums and mistakes kids make. I fix them fast.
- I teach BOTH Matric and Cambridge - you don't need two tutors.
- 31 x 5-Star Reviews - parents trust me.
- I make English LOVE not fear. Kids start enjoying reading & writing in 3-4 weeks. Grades jump from C to A.

Book a trial lesson today! Let's discuss your child's needs and make a plan from Prep to O-Level ready! I would love to help your child become confident in English.

Looking forward to meeting you!