FAQ
What levels do you tutor?
Sarah offers 1-1 tuition for:
- Key Stage 3 students looking to hone their skills and knowledge.
- GCSE English Language & Literature.
- A-Level English Literature.
Do you offer online lessons?
Yes, Sarah offers both online and in-person tuition. Online lessons are conducted via Teams and include all necessary materials shared digitally via Google Docs. They are just as rigorous and engaging as in-person sessions.
Where are you based for in-person sessions?
Sarah is based near Cirencester in the South West of England. In-person sessions are available depending on your location and her availability: please get in touch to discuss logistics.
What are your qualifications?
Sarah holds a BA (Hons) in English, a PGCE, and an MSc in Education. She’s also anchoring Chartered Teacher of English status with the English Association. Sarah has over 20 years’ experience teaching, including 12 years as Head of English at a top independent school.
How much do you charge?
- Key Stage 3: £45/hr
- GCSE: £50/hr
- A-Level & University Prep: £65/hr
All sessions are 1-1 and can be delivered online UK wide and internationally, or in-person in the Cirencester area.
Do you provide homework or resources?
Yes. Sarah offers tailored homework and study resources to reinforce what tutees cover in lessons, including model answers, reading lists, and exam-style questions.
Can you help with personal statements or interview prep?
Absolutely. Sarah can deliver sessions for Oxbridge preparation and interview coaching to help students present their best selves. These sessions will incur additional costs.
Do you work with students with SEND or learning difficulties?
Yes. Sarah has experience supporting students with a range of learning needs including dyslexia, ADHD, aspergers, and processing difficulties. Lessons are adapted to the learner’s pace and preferred style.
How do I book a session?
Please contact Sarah via sarah.jones@focus-tutoring.co.uk. She will then offer a free 15-minute initial consultation via Zoom to discuss your needs and requirements, and to see if the sessions will work for your child.
What is your cancellation policy?
Sarah asks for at least 24 hours’ notice for cancellations. Sessions cancelled with less notice will be charged at the full rate. Sessions cancelled in time will be ported over to the next month.
Hear From Sarah's Tutees
"One to one, tailored, supportive sessions covering GCSE literature and language in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere."
"Fantastic tutoring, very nice and understanding, makes English very easy to understand at KS3. I enjoyed working with her a lot."
"I was really struggling with my other A-level subjects - thank you for making English my academic safe place! In the tutoring sessions I felt I truly thrived - I am in no doubt that it was down to her extensive knowledge, enthusiasm and passion that I achieved an A* in my English Literature A-level."
"One to one, tailored, supportive sessions covering GCSE literature and language in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere."
"Fantastic tutoring, very nice and understanding, makes English very easy to understand at KS3. I enjoyed working with her a lot."
"I was really struggling with my other A-level subjects - thank you for making English my academic safe place! In the tutoring sessions I felt I truly thrived - I am in no doubt that it was down to her extensive knowledge, enthusiasm and passion that I achieved an A* in my English Literature A-level."
"One to one, tailored, supportive sessions covering GCSE literature and language in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere."
"Fantastic tutoring, very nice and understanding, makes English very easy to understand at KS3. I enjoyed working with her a lot."
"I was really struggling with my other A-level subjects - thank you for making English my academic safe place! In the tutoring sessions I felt I truly thrived - I am in no doubt that it was down to her extensive knowledge, enthusiasm and passion that I achieved an A* in my English Literature A-level."
