Kate
Tutees excel with a consistency of a predicted grade increase by 2, 3 or 4 grades, Consistently 5* rated Sociology Tutor over 15 years.
About
Success rate year on year at A Level, is a 100% with a consistent increase in predicted grades by 2, 3 or 4 grades, with students securing the grade for their university of choice. Tutee performance of 2025 continued to be excellent; with many achieving top grades A* and A grades. At GCSE level, tutees gained results far beyond their predicted grades; or achieved top grades for those who were home schooled. The grades achieved are far beyond what their starting point was; all have
I have a track record of success with undergraduate support. *Tutees increase either their final degree classification, or are able to progress onto the next level of study, if they were referred. I provide support, direction and academic and academic sign posts of where and how to improve through extending the breadth and depth of essay writing and dissertation work.
I am a highly experienced, innovative teacher with over 29 years’ experience in teaching Sociology, and Health and Social Care. After being a Department Head for 10 years, I went back into main classroom teaching after my son was born and to concentrate on developing educational success for all students, by offering alternative forms of support for students when needed. I now tutor full time as the need is greater than ever for tailor made support.
I am a qualified Coach, Counsellor and NLP Practitioner. I can therefore provide support for students with anxiety and exam stress; if required. I use relevant counselling, Neuro Linguistic Programming techniques (NLP) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help young people cope with everyday challenges and the challenges of study. I am qualified to do so.
I teach a varied range of tutees , all with differing needs , including neuro diverse tutees, all of my tutees, achieve high levels of success from far beyond their starting point.
I have taught Sociology and Health and Social Care since 1993 and introduced GNVQ BTEC programmes in Health and Social Care in different sixth form colleges and have led and managed Sociology departments. I have the expertise required to ensure academic success for all tutees; regardless of the exam board or level.
At have experience in delivering Sociology at GCSE Level and A Level, Psychology at A Level, and Health and Social Care, at BTEC Levels 2 and 3.
I scaled back my departmental roles to focus on more holistic training and approaches to education.
I am a Sociology Examiner with AQA.
I have a variety of experience in supporting undergraduates in raising their degree classification.
In addition to my role in education, I have 14 years’ experience of pastoral work with students; coaching clients/students and 5 years’ experience of practicing NLP and CBT. The strategies I use can help overcome stress and anxiety, which I incorporate during the sessions.
MY APPROACH
My approach is flexible; all learners have different needs and learn in different ways. I contact my tutee beforehand, to find out as much as I can about the ways they like to learn, this enables me to plan and prepare sessions so the tutee gets the most out of the time we have together. Homework is set, and thorough assessment and feedback form an integral part of the tutoring.
I am able to help the tutee master those tricky areas that may take more time to get to grips with. These areas are usually on specific topic areas or skills that relate to how to answer exam questions. These skills are vital for exam success. Also, a qualified and experienced life coach, my method of delivery ensures that motivation never wavers and exam stress, panic and anxiety is dramatically reduced.
*UNDERGRADUATE TUITION RATE £90.00 PER HOUR
Subjects & pricing
Languages
- English Native
Qualifications
Higher education
- MA Sociology · Salford University · Distinction · 2007 Salford University · Distinction · 2007
- BA (Hons) Organisation Studies · Bradford an Ilkley Community college · 2:1 (Upper second) · 1990 Bradford an Ilkley Community college · 2:1 (Upper second) · 1990
- Dip/HE Contemporary Studies: Sociology, Women's Studies, Race Studies, Social Policy · Bradford an Ilkley Community college · Merit · 1990 Bradford an Ilkley Community college · Merit · 1990
- HND Counselling · NCC · Merit · 2019 NCC · Merit · 2019
- HND Life Coaching · Noble Manhattan · Distinction · 2008 Noble Manhattan · Distinction · 2008
- HND Neuro Linguistic Programming NLP · International NLP Trainers Association INLPTA · Certificate of Completion · 2014 International NLP Trainers Association INLPTA · Certificate of Completion · 2014
Teaching qualification (PGCE / QTS / QTLS)
- PGCE Further Education · Greenwich University · 1993 Greenwich University · 1993
- PGCE Education Management · EdgeHill University · 1998 EdgeHill University · 1998
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Fiona
Kate is amazing - she helped my son improve four grades in his retake and in doing so totally transformed his understanding of and enthusiasm for Sociology as a subject. She is a wonderful tutor and combines her great knowledge with kindness, humour and approachability. I genuinely don't know what we would have done without her, and we are immensely grateful for her expertise and support.
Kate replied
I am so pleased I could help James; a pleasure to support him through his journey :)
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claire
Kate has been amazing with my daughter. She knew instantly what she needed to work on with her and arranged lessons accordingly. My daughter felt the lessons were invaluable and gave her confidence to sit her exams with minimal stress. Many thanks Kate
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Solomon
Kate has been a great tutor to my daughter, she has developed great knowledge of exam techniques and how to answer exam questions on sociology.
Kate replied
Thank you Solomon . I am so happy that I have been able to help !:)
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Katy
Kate was absolutely fantastic. My daughter got A* for her A Level. She is so professional and taught her how to answer the questions to get the higher grade.
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Sally
Kate has been absolutely fantastic- I was struggling with confidence in year 12 sociology and ended my Alevels on a strong A*! She is friendly, fun and super effective! Would recommend to anyone. Thanks for all your help Kate!
Kate replied
Thank you Abi ! You absolutely deserve that A*! All the very best :)
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Dhruv
Kate is an excellent tutor and her classes immensely benefitted my son. He moved up several notches and eventually got an A in his A Levels. Thank you Kate !
Kate replied
A pleasure ! Thank you ! All the very best :)
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Flora
Kate was an excellent tutor for our son. We funny know how the online tuition would go, however, he preferred it. She is very knowledgeable about the ALevel exam and supported him not only with content but exam techniques also. We were delighted with his grade and Thank Kate for her support
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Roger
Kate’s support for my son really was excellent. Not only was the A-level tutoring great, but the support provided in steering a course through the difficult ‘exam’ process in 2020/21 was invaluable. Kate developed a great rapport with my son and kept me (dad!) informed when needed. I’d have no hesitation recommending Kate to anyone looking for a tutor.
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Wendy
Kate tutored my son online throughout Year 13 which has been invaluable, especially during the lockdown. Kate's style of teaching is professional yet very friendly and patient, so my son felt comfortable asking for clarification of anything that he didn't understand. Charlie's progress with Kate's support has been amazing, I recommend her without reservation.
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Bethan
My daughter has just started sessions with Kate and we are very impressed. She has a very good teaching style, is well prepared and has already provided my daughter with some excellent insight to improve her exam performance.
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Tyra
Kate was brilliant - extremely personable and offered excellent tutoring and feedback. Would recommend her to anyone looking for a sociology tutor.
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Iftiaz
Kate is a great Sociology tutor who worked with my daughter and helped boost confidence and grades. Kate has great experience and a great knowledge of the specification. One of the best Sociology tutors available online.
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Mirca
I have never met such a holistic teacher. Her attention to my daughter's needs has been exceptional and the impact will help her in all her subjects. I was dubious about skype tuition until we met Kate which really means something as my daughter was briefly homeschooled online and it was a great experience. Kate has interpersonally connected with my daughter in such a short space of time and probably upped her grades in just a few sessions. But more importantly she has given my daughter a new found confidence. Kate has also improved my daughter's wellbeing which goes beyond tuition and was something I never expected. Will always be grateful to Kate's help.
Kate replied
That is very kind of you. It has been an absolute pleasure; your daughter has been a delight to work with!
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Grace
Kate has been tutoring our daughter in A Level Sociology for a few weeks now and her input has been invaluable. Grace finds her approach really helpful and her feedback very useful. We are looking forward to working with her more over the next months.
Kate replied
Grace is a pleasure to work with and is progressing well. I look forward to working with Grace too over the next few months !
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Jyoti
It was really good experience, she was very professional and helpful. She is very good and understand very well about individual needs for the studies. Yes I will recommend her she is an amazing tutor looking forward to work in future
Kate replied
It's been a pleasure !
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Julia
Kate's help has been invaluable. She has given my daughter real clarity when it comes to what is expected in her upcoming exam. She has a lovely friendly approach and delivers clear and concise lessons. I would highly recommend Kate and feel we could have made a choice choice for A2 sociology.
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Student
I am extremely lucky to have found such an excellent tutor. Ms knows exam techniques and is helping me to reach my full potential in this subject. I have been directed to several sources of information to further enrich my knowledge and push me to the highest grade. I would definitely recommend this teacher.
Kate replied
Thank you Symi. You are a pleasure to work with !
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Mary
Kate, so far Grace has found you supportive and a great listener. You have explained points to her in such a way that she can readily understand the information and have provided excellent reference materials. You've also been a great source of information and support for us as parents! Thank goodness we found you!
Kate replied
Thank you for your kind comments. It is lovely tutoring Grace; a pleasure to teach!
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Barry
We have absolutely no hesitation in recommending Kate. Kate has a great approach, is positive and has great knowledge and is able to tutor brilliantly. Our son found his sessions with Kate gave him the direction and organisation he needed during his exam revision. I'm sure it gave him extra confidence going into the exams. Thank you Kate, you are very much appreciated!
Kate replied
I look forward to hearing how Matthew gets on in the summer! Fingers crossed for his first choice of Universities!
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Derek
As a parent, I have had previous experience with number of tutors and I hold a somewhat cynical view as to the diversity of their ability. However, Kate EXCEEDS EVERY EXPECTATION ON EVERY LEVEL. She has an unprecedented understanding of exam structure and conveys it in a practical manner. This ability is only exceeded by her hard work and caring attitude. I am so profoundly confident in Kate that I would be happy for her to share my personal contact in order I may personally underline my satisfaction.
Kate replied
Many thanks for your feedback Derek. I have thoroughly enjoyed tutoring Max. I am so pleased that he has turned everything around; with his hard work and his resilience. You must be very proud of him! Kate