Key Stage 5 (AS/A-Level) English language & literature (Per Hour)

About this Course

A-Level English is a significant step up from GCSE — and the gap between what was enough at KS4 and what is expected at KS5 can catch even strong students off guard. These one-to-one online weekly sessions are designed to support sixth form students across all A-Level English options — English Language, English Literature, and English Language & Literature — helping them develop the advanced analytical, writing and independent thinking skills that A-Level demands. Whether your child needs help with coursework, essay technique, set texts or exam preparation, every session is tailored to their specific subject, exam board and individual needs.

Who this is for

• Students in Years 12 or 13 studying A-Level English Language, English Literature or English Language & Literature
• Learners who are finding the jump from GCSE to A-Level more challenging than expected and need structured support to bridge the gap
• Students who are managing but want to push from a C or B grade towards an A or A* with targeted, expert guidance
• Those with coursework deadlines approaching who need support planning, drafting and refining their independent work
• Parents who want their child to have the best possible foundation for university applications and the confidence to perform under A-Level exam conditions

What you will learn

• Advanced text analysis across prose, poetry, drama and non-fiction — developing the depth, precision and independence of thought that A-Level examiners reward
• Essay writing at A-Level standard — constructing well-argued, clearly structured and precisely expressed responses that go beyond description into genuine critical analysis
• Coursework support across all components — from initial planning and text selection through to drafting, refining and meeting the assessment objectives
• Exam technique tailored to their specific exam board and paper — understanding the exact demands of each question type and how to allocate time effectively
• Contextual and theoretical frameworks for English Language and combined Language & Literature students, including relevant linguistic concepts and analytical approaches
• Building the independent reading, critical thinking and academic writing habits that will serve them not just in A-Level exams but throughout university study