About
I have been teaching for almost 20 years and have worked in a variety of Geography related roles such as; teacher of Geography, Head of Geography, Head of Humanities and my current role is a Geography Director.
I have been an examiner predominantly for AQA and OCR for over 15 years and a senior examiner for the last 10 years.
Expect tutoring sessions to be interactive, you will need a device to work on as well as a device to communicate with me on.
First sessions are pretty diagnostic where I can see what it is your need to work towards the goal that you are trying to achieve. This might be that you have knowledge gaps, are struggling with revision or a tricky concept or simply know your stuff but need help applying it to questions so that you can gain the marks for exactly what the examiner is looking for.
Subjects & pricing
Discount
10% for block bookings of 5 sessions or more.
Languages
- English Native
Qualifications
Higher education
- BA (Hons) Geography · University of Northumbria · 2:1 (Upper second) · 2002 University of Northumbria · 2:1 (Upper second) · 2002
Teaching qualification
- PGCE Geography · University of Durham · Pass · 2003 University of Durham · Pass · 2003
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Nic
Jill was amazing. My daughter was really lacking in confidence with the A Level Geography given that is was a new exam and there were very few past papers. But amazingly she received an Astar - she couldn't have done without Jill's help.
Jill replied
Rosa was a pleasure to tutor and I am so pleased she received an A* as it was the grade that she truly deserved, well done and good luck!
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Anesa
Friendly, gives lots of resources, has helped my son incredibly- wish i had found her earlier
Jill replied
Thank you for your feedback, really enjoy tutoring your son he is working very hard!
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Janice
Jill teaches a very high standard of higher geography - friendly, planned, curriculum driven. My daughter just loves her sessions. Her geography knowledge has improved immensely. Thanks.
Jill replied
Thank you, Zoe is a pleasure to teach.
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Rhona
Jill has been tutoring my 17 year old son A level Geography for about 6 weeks. I asked Jill to help after my son failed his mock exam. Jill was very positive that the situation could be turned around and gave my son a much needed confidence boost, persuading him that it was not an impossible task. She is incredibly patient and my son feels much more confident. Jill is also excellent at keeping me informed about progress. I would highly recommend Jill.
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Tariq
Jill is very professional and clear with her communication. She took the time to contact me ahead of the first session with my son and listened to the areas where I felt that my son needed help. Jill, very quickly, also picked up on where my son needed help. Her teaching manner also made it easier for my son to learn. I'm very pleased with the early progress that Jill has made with my son. Thanks.
Jill replied
Thank you, that is so kind of you to say so.
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Tariq
Jill is very professional and clear with her communication. She took the time to contact me ahead of the first session with my son and listened to the areas where I felt that my son needed help. Jill, very quickly, also picked up on where my son needed help. Her teaching manner also made it easier for my son to learn. I`m very pleased with the early progress that Jill has made with my son. Thanks.
Jill replied
Thank you, that is so kind of you to say so.
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Chris
An excellent Tutor that has helped me significantly. Explains everything clearly and always willing to help. Very approachable and friendly, and can't recommend enough!
Jill replied
Thank you so much and all the best of luck!
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Jan
As Charlies Mum am very pleased at the speeds of your response to our request, your ability to offer a lesson speedily and the tailoring of the lesson to Charlies needs. Thank you! Charlie was very satisfied with the first lesson, although I don't know the content of it. The rest is up to Charlie now!
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Michael
Delighted with the response, committment and enthusiasm from Jill. My daughter is extremely happy, received excellent guidance and after only 2 sessions I have a sense that this is money very well spent in preparing my daughter for her A levels. Thank you.
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Julie
Thank you so much for agreeing to tutor Paige, after searching for a tutor for ages we were always drawn to your profile and felt that you understood the needs for both parent and student. Paige feels so comfortable and already feels confident that she will do well. Obviously time will tell but this is a fantastic start and she is looking forward to the next session. Thanks again, I feel so relieved and happy we found you!
Jill replied
Thank you so much, Paige is a pleasure to teach.
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Andrea
My daughter has had 2 sessions with Jill so far to prepare forA level both of which went very well. Jill is very clear and explains things well.
Jill replied
Many thanks for the feedback, your daughter is already making great progress!
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Lynda
I was apprehensive at first never having used a tutor before, however I was quickly put at ease. I'm so happy with the service that has been given. We were so lucky to have chosen the right tutor for Sam. He has come on so much and not just work wise but in confidence which is true testament to all the guidance that he has received. It's not often I've been able to say that I would thorough recommend someone but I would have no hesitation in recommending you, Jill, you have achieved so much in a short time it's quite remarkable From wondering how we could forward Sam has now had 3 conditional offers for Uni. I doubt this would be the case had you not been there. I can't thank you enough. Lynda
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Helain hinchcliffe-hume
Only 2 sessions is far but impressed with advice given in re. Resits and 17 yr old son seems happy. Also, good communications.
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Kathryn
I've been really impressed with Jill's efficiency and professionalism since I first made contact with her. My son really likes her and I can already see a huge improvement in his interest and approach to his Geography A level work. Not only does Jill provide the hour tutorial time but the extra you gain from homework/revision set outside that hour is invaluable. As a parent I feel I have learnt more from Jill in the last few weeks about the A level course and what my son needs to achieve than I have from his school. I would not hesitate to recommend Jill as a tutor.
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Joe
Only a couple of lessons in but so far so excellent! Jill is more than prepared, very helpful and encouraging and always willing to be flexible re times and dates. We are very much encouraged that she will mend the holes and turn things around.
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Margaret
I cannot praise Jill highly enough! She has been an amazing help to my daughter with her GCSE Geography. Jill is efficient, highly professional, prompt, reliable and amazingly gifted as a tutor. She is also kind, friendly and thoughtful. My daughter loves working with Jill and I highly recommend her.
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Clare
Jill is an outstanding tutor, really easy to get on with & my daughter really looks forward to her lessons. In the short time Jill has tutored my daughter, her knowledge has increased noticeably.Jill is flexible with lessons & reliable. Thank you Jill
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Vivienne
An excellent support. Positive, encouraging, responsive to requests. Great direction on both exam technique and content.
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Nic
My child has only had one session with Jill but has already found her a brilliant teacher who knows her subject inside out but can also relate to teenagers. I am so pleased we found her.
Jill replied
How kind, thank you so much.