Ruth Chuck

I love teaching. I taught English to Years 7-13 for over 20 years and was head of a busy and successful English department for much of that time. Since I left classroom teaching 8 years ago, I’ve been working as a tutor and a GCSE exam marker so I have a very good understanding of the demands of the curriculum and the exams.

When we first meet, I will ask you about your experience in English lessons and why you’ve decided to look for a tutor. We’ll talk about the things you enjoy as well as the things you find challenging and this will help me to adapt my lessons to suit your needs and interests. I will keep in regular contact with your parents or carers and we’ll keep reviewing the way that we work to make sure you’re happy.

My students have always said that they find their sessions enjoyable and helpful. Parents have described me as a very caring teacher who has helped their child to engage in the subject and make good progress. Many parents have commented that the work their children do in my lessons has also had a positive impact on other subjects and my students have always reached or exceeded their target grades.