Elinor

Hi, I’m Elinor! I am originally from the USA, but relocated to the UK when I began my undergraduate degree 7 years ago. I now have a Postgraduate Certificate of Education (PGCE) with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). I have 3 years experience as a primary school teacher and many more as a tutor.

Tutoring Experience

I have been a primary school teacher for 3 years and a private tutor for much longer.

My tutoring experience ranges from phonics and early reading and arithmetic, to intensive KS2 SATs preparation. I am well equipped to support your child in any aspect of primary school learning!

Tutoring Approach

My lessons typically last about an hour, but with younger children I usually recommend two 30 minute segments with a break in between. Lessons can be up to 2 hours for KS2 SATs tutoring.

Regardless of your child's age, attainment level or interests, my main goal is to help them feel empowered and supported-- every child is uniquely intelligent and, with the right support, can thrive in academic settings. For KS1 and lower KS2 pupils, I make a point to incorporate as many learning strategies as possible, often including games to keep things interesting. I use many techniques to assess children's learning: from formal assessment methods (though I do try to avoid these wherever possible), to asking questions and using tiered worksheets to determine the challenge level they are best able to work at. For upper KS2 pupils, I take a more structured approach to learning, and will recommend lots of practice papers and lessons on particular mathematical or grammatical concepts.