Specialist KS3 English Tutoring in Redhill
Literature at KS3 introduces students to texts that stretch their understanding and challenge their thinking. This is where many students either develop a love of reading or begin to struggle. Effective tutoring makes all the difference.
Making Shakespeare Accessible
Shakespeare can seem like a foreign language to Year 7 students. My approach makes the plays come alive:
- Story First: Understanding the plot, characters, and conflicts before tackling the language
- Speaking the Lines: Reading aloud brings Shakespeare's rhythms and humour to life
- Modern Connections: Finding parallels between Shakespearean themes and contemporary experiences
- Language Investigation: Exploring what unfamiliar words meant in Shakespeare's time
By the time students reach GCSE, they approach Shakespeare with confidence rather than dread.
Poetry Without Fear
Many students claim to dislike poetry, often because they've never been taught how to approach it. In our sessions, we learn:
- How to identify what a poem is doing before analysing how
- The difference between personal response and analysis
- Techniques for unpacking complex imagery
- How to write about poetry without simply translating it
Redhill Secondary Schools
Students from Carrington School, Merstham Park School, and St Bede's School each study slightly different curricula. I adapt my tutoring to support whatever texts and skills your child's school prioritises.
The Novel Study Approach
Whether studying Skellig, Stone Cold, or A Christmas Carol extracts, we develop transferable skills:
- Character Analysis: Understanding how authors reveal character through action and dialogue
- Theme Tracking: Following ideas as they develop through a narrative
- Context Awareness: Connecting texts to their historical and social backgrounds
- Quotation Skills: Selecting and embedding evidence effectively
Creative Writing Development
KS3 is the time to develop a genuine writing voice. We work on:
- Descriptive writing that creates atmosphere and engages readers
- Narrative techniques including structure, pacing, and dialogue
- Non-fiction writing for different audiences and purposes
- Finding and developing individual style
Next Steps
Book a free consultation to discuss how personalised tutoring can help your child engage with literature.