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Clare
- Rate $67
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$67/h
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- English
- Creative writing
- Literature
- Modernist literature
Highly experienced English tutor, arts writer & curator, and an award-winning children's author, teaching (in person or online) Creative Writing, Comprehension and Literature 11+ and GCSE
- English
- Creative writing
- Literature
- Modernist literature
Lesson location
About Clare
I am a professional arts writer, curator, award-winning children's author, and a former magazine editor in London and Paris. I take an academic, creative, technical, enjoyable, and mindful approach to Creative Writing, Reading Comprehension and English Literature studies, focussing on the senses, and on descriptive, observational and interpretation skills that will transform your writing and exam achievements, at 11+, GCSE, IGCSE and beyond.
My café tutoring classes, based on a successful Paris model, in a local café in Richmond and in the V&A museum in South Kensington, are particularly popular, in a designated quiet area. I offer a free 'introduction' class at either venue. I also offer online tuition.
In addition, I offer classes in History of Art, which can be combined with Writing classes, and feature optional trips to museums and exhibitions.
My students achieve precision, creativity, clear logical thinking, and a rise in confidence, reaching ambitious or personal goals, to fulfil their potential. This includes acceptance at top London schools.
I completed my MA Honours degree at The University of St Andrews, under Professor Martin Kemp (world authority on Leonardo da Vinci and Emeritus Professor at Oxford). I also studied English Literature and Music to advanced degree level, with Distinctions.
I fit the tutoring into my independent work as an arts writer and curator, with recent exhibitions in the V&A, Somerset House, and Milan Design Week. I can be flexible, and am DBS checked.
From 2009 to 2019, I was a participating author in The Children's Bookshow, performing in theatres around the UK and giving school workshops on the award-winning book 'Little Leap Forward: A Boy in Beijing' - a semi-fictional account of a musician's childhood in the Beijing alleys, with a magical twist. It was written with musician and composer Guo Yues, and I also turned it into a play that toured in the UK.
I am also giving new classes in 'Mindful Writing Practice' to all ages: in selected London cafés, Kew Gardens, the V&A Museum, Tate Modern, and Richmond Park, for both individuals and small groups, learning to observe and document in the present moment, using all the senses. The classes can become a valuable form of therapy and relaxation, to calm and focus the mind, improving memory; and can also provide valuable skills and material for your own creative writing.
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Elementary School
Middle School
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Senior
Adult Education
Doctorate
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Kindergarten
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
With over a decade of teaching experience, working with children of varying abilities and learning aptitudes, my one-hour or 90-minute English classes are bespoke as well as syllabus-focused and highly creative, tailored to the individual, for success at 11+, GCSE and IGCSE levels, or for general help and improvement. Classes are possible for individuals or small groups. I take a warm, relaxed but very focused approach, which students seem to enjoy, gaining in confidence.
In-person classes, based on a successful Parisian café model, can be in a lovely quiet café setting in Richmond, by the river (by special arrangement with the café who are very supportive), and in other locations across London, or online. I teach Creative Writing (descriptive and narrative), Reading Comprehension (prose & poetry), Directed Writing, and English Literature (the syllabus plays, poetry and novels), depending on the individual's needs. We work together to understand practice papers, improve planning and structural thinking, adding layers of detail and creativity. Interview technique and practice are also offered. My former pupils have succeeded in getting into some of the leading London schools and vocational colleges, depending on their wishes and personal goals. Testimonials are available.
I also teach creative and mindful writing for adults, in cafés, gardens and museum settings, which can also be combined with Art History studies. Inquiries can also be made about A Level tutoring in English and in Art History.
From 2009-19, I was a participating author in The Children's Bookshow, performing in theatres throughout the UK and giving workshops in schools, which included reading practice, creative story-telling and integrated art with philosophy, tailored to children aged 8-12 years. Please see reviews on the website for The Children's Bookshow too.
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Clare is an incredibly talented writer and tutor, and really brings out genuine interest, and a balance between technical writing skill and creativity in students. She is kind, trustworthy, and highly experienced, and I would not hesitate to recommend her.
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Rates
Rate
- $67
Pack rates
- 5h: $301
- 10h: $603
online
- $60/h
free lessons
This first lesson offered with Clare will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
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