Charles Hellens

My lessons are tailored to the student. I fully believe that tutoring should allow a student to gain confidence in their work and enhance their skills in preparation for an exam, university application, and for their own enjoyment.

If a student is preparing for a public exam (I.e. GCSE), I would send them a small task before the lesson which would tell me their level.

If the student is worried about passing their exam, I would print off some old exam questions and we would work through them together at the student’s pace. If they are working on coursework, I would acquaint myself with the set texts and then make my suggestions with the student during the lesson. I always focus on the positive in my lessons because all students underestimate their capabilities.

If the student is looking for something more challenging, I would prepare my own resources before the lesson (sometimes from off the curriculum) and then discuss and work through them with the student. My tutor sessions are very much a team effort, as working something out with another person has been proven to boost confidence. I am also happy to help with University applications, University tests and interview practice.

I am willing to travel up to 15 miles to a student's home (although special requests will be noted) as well as do online learning. I am sufficient in both forms of tutoring, although working in person is more worthwhile I have found. Please feel free to get in contact with me regarding lessons; I have availability throughout the terms and holidays.