Carly Raper

Hello, I’m Carly , Key Stage 3 Lead in English, private tutor, and educational resource creator. I have been teaching for over ten years.
I specialise in helping students build confidence, improve their writing, and achieve strong results in KS2, KS3, GCSE, and A-Level English Language and Literature.

My lessons are calm, structured, and highly supportive. Every session follows a clear routine so students always know what we’re working on and why:

• a short warm-up to activate prior knowledge
• step-by-step modelling of the skill
• guided practice with clear scaffolding
• independent application
• personalised feedback and next steps

This approach helps students feel secure, organised, and motivated, especially those who struggle with confidence, structure, or exam pressure.

I teach using:

• model paragraphs and writing frames
• colour-coded annotation
• exam-board-aligned mark schemes
• retrieval practice and memory techniques
• SEND-friendly scaffolding for lower-ability learners

As a classroom teacher and leader, I know exactly what exam boards expect and how to help students meet (and exceed) those expectations. I have extensive experience supporting mixed-ability groups, low-ability learners, and students who need a confidence boost.

Students who work with me gain:

• clearer, more confident essays
• stronger analytical writing
• improved exam technique
• better understanding of texts
• a calm, structured learning environment
• a personalised plan that adapts as they progress

Please get in touch if you would like any further information!