Private IB English Tutors

Katherine is a highly accomplished IBDP English A Literature and Language and Literature specialist. With over eight years of dedicated teaching experience in the classroom and in personalised tutoring settings, she has established a strong reputation for transforming her students' understanding and performance in the rigorous IB English courses. Katherine's expertise is underpinned by her professional credentials, including serving as a former Head of English at a prestigious international school teaching the IB. Her previous experience allows her to bring a deep knowledge of the curriculum demands and assessment requirements, allowing her to guide her students to their highest potential grades. Parents often comment on Katherine's remarkable quality for raising confidence in her subject, a testament to her student-centred, empathetic approach that encourages critical thinking and fosters intellectual curiosity.

Lana E Tutor Profile

About me

My name is Lana E.
I am a mother of four and a resident of Maidenhead since 2000; you may see me cycling around it on my bike.
I am avid tennis player, a poet and regular at St Mary’s Church.
I am a qualified teacher and have been teaching since 1992.
Life motto: The best is yet to come!

Approach to tutoring

BA in English Language and Literature, MA in Linguistics.
Author of a bespoke curriculum and textbook for English language centred on critical thinking and project based learning.
I view learning as one of the best things life can offer, and take that approach to my students.
It’s a journey of discovery of ourselves and the world around us and formal education is just one of its segments.
Learning is a two way street and for me as a tutor it is essential to find out how a student learns and understands the subject before I tailor-making a course that would suit the needs.
Whether it is a preparation for an exam or following a regular curriculum, it is vital that a student is motivated to learn.
Often, students underperform due to the lack of confidence which can be caused by various reasons.
In my many years of tutoring experience, I have found that building a student’s confidence is a key to success.
When working with SEND students, I have developed a unique tutoring style which includes music and songs, audio cards for vocabulary and non-verbal communication, a sequence of shorter activities in order to keep focus and interest.
There is no greater satisfaction than seeing an initially withdrawn student blossom, sing and realise their potential, almost always moving towards the next stage of education, rejoining schools and colleges.

Teaching experience

I have over 35 years of teaching and tutoring experience.
I specialise in teaching English (GCSE, IB), EAL, English for Functional Skills, Levels 1 and 2, but can also help with maths.
I am also a SEN tutor with over 7 years of experience.

Career Aim

To bring the English language and literature to life by imparting its knowledge and beauty. To help students gain confidence and achieve the next level. To remain an unforgettable teacher.

Lisa C holds a Bachelor's Degree with Distinction in Secondary Education (French minor and Spanish major)and a Master of Arts in Spanish Applied Linguistics from the University of Alberta in Edmonton, Alberta, Canada. She has been teaching French, Spanish and English from grades 4-12 since 2005. She has also taught high school students Spanish Ab Initio and Spanish B SL and HL as well as French Ab Initio. Lisa has a wonderful way of teaching languages in a fun and communicative manner while always keeping her focus on the IB themes and assessment criteria used in the written and oral exams. Lisa's primary goal is to provide her students with the linguistic and cultural foundations required to enable them to communicate effectively and confidently in Spanish, French or English.

Mariana S is a second-year Neuroscience undergraduate at University College London (UCL), where she achieved a first-class average in her first year. During her time at Liceo Europeo in Madrid, Spain, she achieved an outstanding score of 44 points, including a 7 in Biology HL, English B HL, Mathematics: Analysis and Approaches SL, Philosophy SL and Spanish A: Language & Literature SL, as well as an A in both Theory of Knowledge (TOK) and her Extended Essay in Philosophy.
Mariana is a hard-working and motivated tutor with first-hand knowledge of the IB Diploma Programme. She is committed to helping her students build confidence in their subjects and achieve their full potential. Having recently completed the IB herself, she is familiar with both the academic demands and also the importance of taking a strategic approach.
Her lessons focus not only on developing a strong understanding of subject content, but also on understanding marking criteria, exam technique, paper structure and the wider IB assessment system. In this way, she aims to equip students with the full toolkit they need to comprehend exactly what IB examiners expect from them.
Mariana takes a friendly and supportive approach to tutoring, tailoring the experience to each student’s needs, areas for improvement and learning style while helping them develop the skills needed to excel in the IB Diploma Programme. She aims to make her lessons interactive, productive and enjoyable, creating an environment in which students feel comfortable asking questions and making mistakes as they learn.
Mariana is bilingual in Spanish and English and can teach comfortably in both languages.

I am a UK-qualified international Business and Economics teacher with 13 years of teaching experience across the UK, Vietnam and Thailand. I currently teach IB Business Management, IB Economics and AP Microeconomics at the Canadian International School in Ho Chi Minh City, where I also supervise IB Extended Essays. Previously, I taught IGCSE Business and Economics at Singapore International School and have lectured in Business and Economics at university level.

I hold a BSc (Hons) in Business & Law, a Master of Education (M.Ed.), an International Postgraduate Certificate in Education (IPGCE), and I am currently undertaking a PhD in Business Management. I have also completed the IB Diploma Programme Economics Category 2 professional development workshop, further strengthening my expertise in delivering the IB curriculum.

Before becoming a teacher, I spent ten years as the Managing Director of a successful training company. This commercial experience allows me to bring business theory to life by connecting classroom concepts with real-world examples and current business practice.

My lessons are tailored to each student's individual needs and learning style. Whether a student is preparing for examinations, improving their understanding of difficult concepts, or aiming for the highest grades, I focus on developing confidence, critical thinking and effective exam technique. I believe students learn best in a supportive environment where they feel comfortable asking questions, challenging ideas and taking ownership of their learning.

Mariia graduated from the International Baccalaureate programme in Norway with 42 points, placing her among the highest-performing IB students globally. She achieved a 7 in Higher Level History, placing in the top 3% of candidates worldwide, and a 7 in Mathematics: Applications and Interpretation. Having completed the IB recently herself, she offers students an up-to-date understanding of the syllabus, assessment criteria, and examination expectations. She has experience supporting IB students with Internal Assessments, essay writing, source analysis, revision planning, and exam strategy across different stages of the programme. Her teaching combines discussion-based learning with targeted practice, detailed feedback on completed work, and a focus on developing the skills examiners reward. In Mathematics, she emphasises problem-solving methods and exam technique, while in History she focuses on argument construction, evidence selection, and analytical writing. Students also have access to the notes, revision materials, and study methods that contributed to her own results. Mariia will begin studying Law at the University of Bristol in autumn 2026.