Feeling frustrated about the progress of your child?

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• Are they struggling to read?

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• Do they panic with numbers or forget 'how to do' something?

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• Is spelling or x tables a constant worry?

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• Do you feel they are overlooked at school?

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I can't promise a miracle cure but when you book me you and your child will have my undivided attention.

Here to help

Dear Parent,

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I loved my time teaching in Primary classrooms (well 90% of it!) but one of my biggest frustrations was not being able to give quality time to all the children who needed it.

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Some children demanded more of your time than others - those with behavioural issues, some with particular learning difficulties and those who needed constant challenge.

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Despite my skill as a teacher and the presence of Learning Assistants, there were always the 'middle ground' children who didn't get the attention they deserved or make the progress I felt they should.

Now it's PAY BACK time. I'm thrilled to be able to offer 1:1 learning just for your child

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Neil

Primary Maths & English

I tutor children from Y1 through to Y6. My initial consultation lesson will assess learning needs and establish a plan of action.

ESL

I provide tuition for all levels, ages and needs. My initial consultation lesson will establish an individual learning plan. Goals and strategies will be put in place.

About Me

A good teacher is like a candle - it consumes itself to light the way for others" - Japanese proverb

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• When I started teaching it was 'just a job.' I thought little of the impact I could have on the lives of others. Now, over thirty two years later, bringing the best out of people and a passion to see them learn  are what motivate me the most.

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• Born and raised in Cardiff, a graduate of Portsmouth University with a Degree in Geography, I completed my PGCE at the University of Chichester before starting my teaching career in the same city. After that I taught in Montego Bay, Jamaica and in a few different schools back in the Chichester area before working and developing my craft in two excellent schools in W. Sussex & Hampshire - one state, one private.

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• In addition, I have a TEFL Certificate, have recently completed the CELTA course in Cardiff and am a member of IATEFL. In July 2020 I completed a short course on teaching English online. Since the summer of 2017 I have been tutoring 1:1 both Primary and ESOL students.

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• This face to face interaction has provoked me to start Sharpway Tutoring, a great platform to grow this most rewarding profession.

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33 years of  teaching experience

• KS1 & KS2

• Dyslexia, Dyspraxia

• Gifted & talented

• ESL (conversational, business, ESOL & more)

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