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Subjects Taught

German	Hourly Rate
Primary	£25.00
Secondary	£25.00
GCSE	£25.00
Latin	Hourly Rate
Primary	£25.00
Secondary	£25.00
GCSE	£25.00
History	Hourly Rate
Primary	£25.00
Secondary	£25.00
GCSE	£25.00
Law	Hourly Rate
Primary	£25.00
Secondary	£25.00
GCSE	£25.00
A-Level	£35.00
University	£35.00
Casual Learner	£35.00

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Personal Description:

I am currently studying for a doctorate in human rights law at Balliol College. I completed my undergraduate degree (in English and German law) at Oxford with a first class grade and a prize in one paper. I also completed the BCL masters degree at Oxford, attaining a distinction and a prize. I passed the Bar in 2016 with an Outstanding grade. I am also offering tuition up to GCSE in Latin, German and History. I can also teach law at GCSE or A-Level. I try to be enthusiastic and assiduous, and I will do whatever is necessary to help.

Tutoring Experience:

I have a great deal of tutoring experience. In addition to the four years I have worked as a private tutor at both A-level and GCSE, I have also taught law to both school pupils and undergraduates at summer schools in Oxford. I am also a senior trainer for a student welfare and support charity, for whom I train volunteers to look after their fellow students. I have assisted in teaching mooting to beginners.

Tutoring Approach:

My general approach in languages would be an emphasis on a solid understanding of the grammar rather than the trotting out of set phrases, but this obviously depends on the tutee's level, and just how far they want to go in the language. For history I would probably emphasise understanding the mechanics of an argument. However, once again, this all depends on the tutee, and I will do my best to adapt my teaching to their learning style, rather than trying to force them to adopt their learning style to meet my teaching.

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Native Language: English (British)
Additional Languages: German
Availability: Weekends / Weekdays (all times)
References Available: Yes (✔ On File)

Qualifications:

Balliol College, University of Oxford (2015) - Bachelor of Civil Law; Distinction (Masters) (✔ On File)
Balliol College, University of Oxford (2014) - BA Jurisprudence with Law Studies in Europe (Germany); First Class (Bachelors) (✔ On File)
Abingdon School (2010) - A-level Latin at grade A (School) (✔ On File)
Abingdon School (2010) - A-level History at grade A (School) (✔ On File)

Tom's Feedback

Tutees Providing Feedback:	14
Tutees Providing Positive Feedback:	14 Av. 5.00/5.00

From Aimee (5/5): (University Law)

From Waheeda (5/5): (University Law)

From Simon (5/5): (University Law) I have only had a handful of tutorials with Tom so far, but already I feel lucky to have found him. He has enormous range as a teacher – able to switch from advanced theoretical discussion to simply and patiently explained basics. He responds very well to any questions, no matter how inane!
He is, perhaps, like one’s ideal lecturer or textbook: lucid explanations which address complexities, without talking down to, or patronizing, the student.

From Dina (5/5): (University Law) I met Tom last year and I have been taking lessons with him ever since, I haven taken up to 35 lessons and I really consider myself lucky that I met him.Tom has been exceptional since day one very smart and friendly. He is very patient and ready to find different approaches when needed. He understand the student's needs and adapts to them.
His analysis of difficult and complex issues is original and incisive.furthermore, Tom is someone who made the classes fun, approachable, I always felt that I can ask any question I wanted.Communication with Tom is also great and he has made himself available through email if i have any questions. He went above my expectation in both excellent communication and proficiency. I cannot thanks him enough for all the help and support provided as there was no way I would be able to pass my first year without him. I honestly think he is the best teacher I have ever had.
I would recommend him.

From Andrew (5/5): (GCSE Latin) Tom has been an outstanding tutor in Latin for my sixteen year old son, who feels that he has progressed very well under his tutelage. Tom has been understanding, trustworthy, flexible and thorough; I would not hesitate to recommend him. When asked, my son said "Tom is a very good tutor indeed".

From Marcia (5/5): (GCSE German) Tom has been helping my son with his German GCSE and has been extremely helpful. I would certainly recommend Tom as a tutor without hesitation.

From Susan (5/5): (GCSE German) Tom is helping my son prepare for his GCSE German. He takes a structured approach to grammar, which is really helping fill in the many gaps in my son's knowledge. I am very impressed by his diligence and ability to relate, and pleased that my son now has a better attitude and more enthusiasm for the subject.

From Patrick (5/5): (GCSE Latin)

From Sylvia (5/5): (GCSE Latin) The sessions with Tom boosted my son's confidence and motivation before his GCSE. I would highly recommend Tom as a tutor his sessions are well structured, motivating, confidence building and adapted to meet the tutees need.

From Angela (5/5): (Secondary Latin) Tom gave my son 3 intensive lessons over a 5 day period. His teaching methods are nothing short of fantastic. Thanks to Tom's intensive work Alex's understanding of Latin grammar and structure has come on leaps and bounds and he now has a confidence with Latin translation he did not have before. We are very grateful to Tom for all his efforts, he is a great teacher.

From Caroline (5/5): (Secondary Latin) Tom is doing an excellent job, helping my son in Latin and also in maths. After only a couple of sessions my son has much more confidence and has already been praised by his Latin teacher for his improvement. More importantly my son is really enjoying the sessions with Tom who is keeping him engaged and enthused.

From Joanne (5/5): (Secondary Latin) Tom has spent two mornings helping my son with his Latin. He arrived on time and was very well prepared. According to the pupil himself, the lessons have been really helpful and I was actually thanked for organising them. 'Latin is making sense' he says. Tom pulls no punches in addressing the weak areas of the language, helping my son to understand that at the end of the day, only the student can do the necessary hard work.

From Susan (5/5): (GCSE German) Tom has relatad well to my grandson and he has made real progress in his understanding and knowledge. He was a great find.

My grandson has now taken his German GCSE. I know that without Tom's tuition, he could have taken the attitude that there was no point in him doing the exam. Tom proved himself to be a very able tutor, giving my grandson the confidence and knowledge that enabled him to take the exams; feeling much better prepared. As a retired teacher I recognise in him the skills that make a good teacher. His preparation was well thought out, his relationship with his pupil was friendly, but firm; recognising that my grandson had a negative attitude to the subject, he dealt with this in a sensible way that did not leave him feeling patronised. A very professional approach.

From Jacquie (5/5): (Secondary Latin) Tom was very patient and encouraging. He really helped my son grasp the basics which he was struggling with.

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