I'm Alex, a professional tutor and writer.

I graduated from Falmouth university with a 1st in English in 2018 and have been working as a tutor ever since.

I have a lifelong passion for reading and writing and I am published poet.

I've been tutoring and working in educational settings for over 8 years. Currently, I am part of the National Tutoring Program, an initiative that works closely with schools to deliver high quality tuition to students across the country. As part of that initiative, I have worked with students online and in-person across the UK, covering English language and Literature GCSE. I have worked in one-on-one settings, and I have taught groups of up to 6 students at a time.

During my time as a tutor, I've helped dozens of students improve their grades drastically, from GCSE to undergraduate level. I know all of the current GCSE, AS and A level exam board syllabuses intimately, and I make sure to keep up to date with the latest teaching innovations and techniques. I still work in schools as a TA and in-person tutor from time to time, so I know first-hand what examiners are looking for from students today.

My greatest pleasure is watching my students go on to get the grades they need to enter college, university or whatever educational or professional path they have set their sights on. I've also helped undergraduate students plan, structure and write assignments and dissertations with excellent results.

I see myself as a learning facilitator, encouraging students to think independently and develop the confidence to correct their own mistakes. Students learn far more effectively when they are given the time and space to reach their own conclusions, and when they can identify their own errors, they are much less likely to repeat them.

I aim to make literature accessible, engaging, and enjoyable. Literature should feel relevant and alive, and students learn best when they are genuinely interested in the material.

I currently teach via Google Meet, using a state-of-the-art virtual whiteboard to support interactive lessons. I provide tailored resources where needed, set weekly homework, and track each student’s progress through a personalised learning plan. I also provide detailed feedback after every lesson