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- English
- English Literature
Online GCSE English Language & Literature Specialist | Science Tutor | A-Level Bio/Chem/Maths | 2–3 Grade Improvements
- English
- English Literature
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About Salma
I am a dedicated and academically driven tutor who achieved mostly Grade 9s at GCSE and A/A* at A-Level. I understand first-hand what it takes to succeed in competitive exams, and I aim to help students approach their studies with structure, confidence and clarity.
I tutor because I genuinely enjoy breaking down complex ideas into manageable steps. Many students struggle not due to lack of ability, but because they haven’t been shown how to approach exams strategically. My goal is to build both skill and exam confidence, ensuring students feel capable and in control of their progress.
I am patient, organised and professional, and I tailor each lesson to the individual student’s needs. I also provide clear communication and regular feedback to support steady improvement.
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About the lesson
- Primary
- High School
- NCEA Level 1
- +7
levels :
Primary
High School
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Adult education
Undergraduate
Masters
Diploma
Doctorate
- English
- Arabic
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Arabic
I specialise in GCSE English Language and Literature, helping students move from confusion and low confidence to clear, structured and high-scoring answers. My lessons focus heavily on exam technique, mark scheme understanding and building adaptable responses that can be used across different questions.
For English, I teach students how to:
• Analyse quotations at Grade 8/9 level
• Structure comparison and unseen poetry answers
• Write high-scoring creative and transactional writing
• Understand exactly what examiners are looking for
Many of my students improve by 2–3 grades within a few months through focused exam strategy and consistent feedback.
I also tutor GCSE Maths and Sciences (Biology, Chemistry and Physics), as well as A-Level Biology, Chemistry and Maths. My science lessons emphasise clear conceptual understanding first, followed by exam-style practice and structured mark scheme application.
Lessons are typically 60 minutes, though longer sessions can be arranged for A-Level or exam preparation. Each lesson includes:
• Clear objectives
• Guided practice
• Exam-style questions
• Personalised feedback
I achieved mostly Grade 9s at GCSE and A/A* at A-Level, and I understand first-hand what it takes to perform at a high academic level. I aim to pass on not just content knowledge, but the discipline, organisation and exam confidence needed for top results.
I also offer Medicine interview preparation support, including structured MMI practice and answer development. Additionally, I am fluent in English and Arabic and can support bilingual students or communicate with Arabic-speaking families if preferred.
My lessons are suitable for:
• GCSE students (all exam boards)
• A-Level Biology, Chemistry and Maths students
• Students aiming to improve grades/pass or push towards 8/9 or A/A*
A free initial session is available to discuss goals and create a personalised plan.
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Salma is a really helpful GCSE English tutor who explains things in a way that’s easy to understand. She helped me with GCSE English and showed me how to structure my answers according to what the mark scheme wants and how to analyse quotes properly, which made a big difference to my confidence. Her lessons are clear, supportive, and focused on what actually helps in exams. Because of this, my grades jumped from a 3 to a grade 8. I would definitely recommend Salma to anyone looking to improve their GCSE English, whether that is language or literature.
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- $46
Pack prices
- 5h: $230
- 10h: $460
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