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Read. Think. Question.
Teaching your children to think for themselves and develop independent learning skills.
With over 20 years of experience as a former Head of English and Drama, I specialise in tutoring students in English Language and Literature at Key Stage 3, GCSE, A Level, Undergraduate.
Charlie Birkett
Qualified. Experienced. Successful.
Outstanding former Head of English with over 20 years’ experience teaching Key Stage 3, GCSE and A Level. I also deliver literacy support to improve reading age, spelling and understanding.
- I hold an enhanced DBS-check. My students consistently perform in the top 5% of the country.
- Underperforming students reach their grade/level.
- Rated as an 'Outstanding' teacher, in an
- 'Outstanding' department, in an 'Outstanding' school by Ofsted in 2013.
Reference available on request.
How I can help you
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1:1 English & Literature Tutoring
Bespoke, one‑to‑one tutoring in English Language and English Literature for KS3, GCSE and A-level students who need focused, personalised support.
Each session is tailored around your child’s curriculum, current texts, exam board, and confidence level, with clear, practical goals: stronger essays, better use of evidence and terminology, and a calm, repeatable approach to exams and assessment.
Five-session courses
(approx. one hour a session, £300-350 depending on Key Stage)
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Online and international tutoring via Zoom
High‑quality online tuition for students across the UK and overseas, ideal for families juggling busy schedules or living outside easy travel distance.
Lessons are delivered via video, with shared on‑screen texts, whiteboards, modelling, shared writing, and interactive activities, so your child can access outstanding English teaching from home while you save time on travel and logistics.
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Specialist literacy courses
Targeted courses in literacy and focused reading skills for GCSE to build the foundations that so many students are missing: vocabulary, reading comprehension, question processing, essay structure, and clear, confident writing.
These can run as individual programmes or in small groups and are especially useful for students who work hard but still “don’t get it”, or whose grades are held back by weak spelling, grammar, and structure rather than ideas.
Michael, Year 11
"Mrs B challenged me to think for myself, I feel more confident that I will do well in my exam."
Noelle, Georgia's mum
"Georgia said that she learnt more in her time spent with Charlie than the last year at school! She found the experience refreshing and motivating. I think this says everything about Charlie's communication skills as a teacher. Her enthusiasm about her subject and care for her student is a delight."
Karen, Jack's mum
"I can't praise Charlie enough....she gave my son a real boost in confidence. He felt for the first time he was really understanding what was expected from him in the exams. Charlie is friendly, enthusiastic & extremely knowledgeable. I would not hesitate to recommend Charlie to anyone seeking English tutoring."
Teacher Mum Podcast
My son is taking his GCSEs. Five minutes ago, he was playing with Lego; now, he’s in the eye of the exam storm. As a teacher with over 20 years of experience, I thought I was ready for this. I wasn't.
The Teacher Mum podcast is an honest, and practical guide to navigating the "pivotal years" of your child’s education.
Being an educator gives me a unique lens, but being a mum gives me a completely different reality.
In this series, I pull back the curtain on the triumphs, the struggles, and the constant dilemmas of balancing my professional expertise with the visceral, biological anxiety of being a parent during the exam season.
Get in Touch
For inquiries about tutoring sessions or to discuss your educational needs, please feel free to reach out. I'm here to help guide you on your learning journey.
Finstock,
Chipping Norton,
OXON.,
Tel: 07970 206276