English & Maths tuition
Having gained 17 years experience in one school, I now solely dedicate all my teaching time to 1-2-1 tutoring from home.
My ambition comes from the desire to deliver individual lessons for those children temporarily ‘lost’ in the classroom environment.
I build a good rapport with each of my tutees where they trust my techniques and belief in them.
I graduated from Cardiff University with B.A. (Hons) Education with Psychology.
Over my 17 years at St. Peter’s Primary School, I previously taught all subjects to all age groups. Along the way, I have undertaken various responsibilities including:
ExcellentBased on 13 reviewsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Vanessa Dove29 July 2024Both of my girls, aged 8 and aged 11 years old, attend English and maths tutoring with Beth and since having tutoring the girls have gained more confidence in their abilities and my eldest received great grades for her English and maths SAT'S. I would highly recommend Beth.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.robin vacquier23 July 2024We are so pleased with the incredible progress our daughter, Rosie, has made thanks to her wonderful tutor, Beth. When Rosie started, she was struggling with math, but now she’s not only meeting but exceeding expectations! Her English skills have also blossomed under Beth’s guidance. Beth has been a fantastic source of support and encouragement, always creating a positive and engaging learning environment. Communication with Beth was easy and open, and she had a great ability to identify Rosie’s needs. Each lesson was perfectly tailored to help Rosie thrive. We only wish Rosie could continue with Beth through secondary school! If you’re looking for a skilled and caring tutor, we highly recommend BethTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Lucy Price16 July 2024Mrs Carlisle was recommended to us via friends as we identified our year 5 daughter was struggling to keep up with the primary school maths curriculum and in turn with her peers, causing upset when at home. Owing to school pressure and expectations for year 6 SATS, we decided investment with a tutor was needed. Mrs Carlisle replied promptly to our contact and showed an understanding and empathy with our concerns and, with our daughter of whom was nervous about extra maths tuition! We needn’t have been worried. Our daughter has gained confidence throughout her weekly sessions with Mrs Carlisle and demonstrates an ability and understanding of basic maths arithmetic which was lacking and unable to be remedied in her school class setting. The investment also allowed for our daughter to secure a SATs score of the expected national standard!! A target which we never thought possible prior to the commencement of the maths tuition. SATS scores are of no significance to us as parents, but affording our daughter the confidence to sit the exams without distress is purely down to Mrs Carlisle’s support. I cannot recommend Mrs Carlisle enough for any child struggling to achieve their academic potential, we knew our daughter had the ability, but owing to Mrs Carlisle’s individualised and personal approach, we will continue to invest in Mrs Carlisle for our daughter as she moves into secondary education and recommend her to others seeking such support for their child.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Laura16 May 2023I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Beth for private tutoring she is just fantastic! My daughter absolutely loves attending sessions with her and her school teacher is amazed at the progress achieved in such a short space of time. Beth is friendly and professional and always provides helpful feedback at the end of every session. She has really helped my daughter grow In confidence and I hear her lessons are always such fun! Nothing is ever too much trouble and I really feel Beth goes above and beyond for her pupils - we cannot thank you enough Beth!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Anjanette Foote15 March 2023My daughter has been going to Beth for a number of years she really enjoys going and her confidence has grown loads. If she’s finding something difficult at school to do with maths Beth and her will go through the problem together. Beth is very friendly and kind but good at getting the children to work and try hard. I have recommended Beth to others and will certainly continue to. Thank you BethTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Noel Hellyer12 March 2023Our son has been taught for the last seven months with Beth and he has grown more confident in his reading, writing and maths work. It’s brilliant to witness this, his development is plain to see. Thanks so muchTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Danielle Johnson12 March 2023Totally recommend Beth to anyone! She has a Very friendly nature and very approachable and welcoming. My daughter has Autism and really struggles with meeting new people, but she has really formed a great bond with Beth already and is very understanding and accommodating to her needs! My daughter has always spoke negatively about maths, because of her struggles but already in a short space of time is speaking positively about maths, thanks to Beth! ☺️Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Helen Howell12 March 2023I have been visiting Beth for over a year for maths tuition. I really didn't like maths at school but now I love it. Beth has taught me ratios, short division, long division, percentages, fractions, how to convert units and much more! I am so much more confident and my teachers have noticed a big improvement. Beth is SO friendly, kind and explains things really well. THANK YOU, BETH !!!! you're the best :) :)Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Anna Pearce11 July 2022Beth is an amazing tutor, she tutored my son in English for approximately 2 years. He was reluctant to go but she made him feel really comfortable and he even enjoyed his lessons!! His ability and confidence came on leaps and bounds and he moved from middle level in bottom class to middle level top class, achieving well over 100 in his SATS test. Beth was always great at communicating with me, giving me an update on the lesson and his progress each week. I can not recommend her highly enough.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Claire Dixon8 April 2021I first met Beth when she taught at my daughters school. I sought Beth's help when my eldest daughter was struggling with secondary school math, she helped my daughter gain confidence and she no longer struggles or gets panicked by math work. Beth is now helping my youngest daughter with Primary School Math. Beth is patient and understanding, she knows how to communicate with the children, she has always communicated with me and clearly has a very good understanding of different children's needs and understanding. I find Beth's charging methods fair and reasonable, she never pressures me to spend more than i can afford and has gone above and beyond on many occasions offering advice and help, it is clear Beth loves to teach and her passion for teaching has a real positive impact.
“Beth is an exceptional tutor, and her dedication to helping my daughter with her additional needs is truly remarkable. My daughter’s progress since starting lessons with Beth is evident, and it’s clear that Beth goes above and beyond to support her.
Beth’s commitment to providing two lessons a week for my daughter is commendable. Her ability to adapt and cater to my daughter’s unique learning requirements is a testament to her expertise as a tutor. It’s not just about teaching; Beth genuinely cares about my daughter’s development.
My daughter’s progress and improvement in her studies are a direct result of Beth’s efforts. Beth’s patience and willingness to find innovative ways to engage my daughter in the learning process have made a significant impact.
Overall, Beth is an outstanding tutor who not only imparts knowledge but also provides the support and encouragement necessary for my daughter’s growth. Her dedication and the progress my daughter has made under her guidance make Beth a highly valuable tutor.”
“I really notice a difference in her confidence with maths now so thank you for your hard work. She loves it!”
“I am so happy for [my son] and very proud and it’s all thanks to you Beth. I can’t thank you enough for all your hard work.”
“We would highly recommend Beth as a 1-2-1 tutor. Over the past two years she has taught our daughter Evie, significantly raising her Maths and Literacy skills. Not only has she increased her academic skills but she has instilled in Evie, self confidence and motivation to learn. Beth’s lessons are engaging, fun and progressive and she provides us with weekly feedback on Evie’s learning. We are so pleased with the change in Evie’s attitude and confidence in her learning and can’t thank Beth enough for her attentive and patient approach to teaching. Thank you Beth! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐” – Mr and Mrs G
“I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Beth for private tutoring she is just fantastic! My daughter absolutely loves attending sessions with her and her school teacher is amazed at the progress achieved in such a short space of time. Beth is friendly and professional and always provides helpful feedback at the end of every session. She has really helped my daughter grow In confidence and I hear her lessons are always such fun! Nothing is ever too much trouble and I really feel Beth goes above and beyond for her pupils – we cannot thank you enough Beth!” – Ms G
Both of my girls, aged 8 and aged 11 years old, attend English and maths tutoring with Beth and since having tutoring the girls have gained more confidence in their abilities and my eldest received great grades for her English and maths SAT'S. I would highly recommend Beth.
We are so pleased with the incredible progress our daughter, Rosie, has made thanks to her wonderful tutor, Beth. When Rosie started, she was struggling with math, but now she’s not only meeting but exceeding expectations! Her English skills have also blossomed under Beth’s guidance. Beth has been a fantastic source of support and encouragement, always creating a positive and engaging learning environment. Communication with Beth was easy and open, and she had a great ability to identify Rosie’s needs. Each lesson was perfectly tailored to help Rosie thrive. We only wish Rosie could continue with Beth through secondary school! If you’re looking for a skilled and caring tutor, we highly recommend Beth
Mrs Carlisle was recommended to us via friends as we identified our year 5 daughter was struggling to keep up with the primary school maths curriculum and in turn with her peers, causing upset when at home. Owing to school pressure and expectations for year 6 SATS, we decided investment with a tutor was needed. Mrs Carlisle replied promptly to our contact and showed an understanding and empathy with our concerns and, with our daughter of whom was nervous about extra maths tuition! We needn’t have been worried. Our daughter has gained confidence throughout her weekly sessions with Mrs Carlisle and demonstrates an ability and understanding of basic maths arithmetic which was lacking and unable to be remedied in her school class setting. The investment also allowed for our daughter to secure a SATs score of the expected national standard!! A target which we never thought possible prior to the commencement of the maths tuition. SATS scores are of no significance to us as parents, but affording our daughter the confidence to sit the exams without distress is purely down to Mrs Carlisle’s support. I cannot recommend Mrs Carlisle enough for any child struggling to achieve their academic potential, we knew our daughter had the ability, but owing to Mrs Carlisle’s individualised and personal approach, we will continue to invest in Mrs Carlisle for our daughter as she moves into secondary education and recommend her to others seeking such support for their child.
I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Beth for private tutoring she is just fantastic! My daughter absolutely loves attending sessions with her and her school teacher is amazed at the progress achieved in such a short space of time. Beth is friendly and professional and always provides helpful feedback at the end of every session. She has really helped my daughter grow In confidence and I hear her lessons are always such fun! Nothing is ever too much trouble and I really feel Beth goes above and beyond for her pupils - we cannot thank you enough Beth!
My daughter has been going to Beth for a number of years she really enjoys going and her confidence has grown loads. If she’s finding something difficult at school to do with maths Beth and her will go through the problem together. Beth is very friendly and kind but good at getting the children to work and try hard. I have recommended Beth to others and will certainly continue to. Thank you Beth
Our son has been taught for the last seven months with Beth and he has grown more confident in his reading, writing and maths work. It’s brilliant to witness this, his development is plain to see. Thanks so much
Totally recommend Beth to anyone! She has a Very friendly nature and very approachable and welcoming. My daughter has Autism and really struggles with meeting new people, but she has really formed a great bond with Beth already and is very understanding and accommodating to her needs! My daughter has always spoke negatively about maths, because of her struggles but already in a short space of time is speaking positively about maths, thanks to Beth! ☺️
I have been visiting Beth for over a year for maths tuition. I really didn't like maths at school but now I love it. Beth has taught me ratios, short division, long division, percentages, fractions, how to convert units and much more! I am so much more confident and my teachers have noticed a big improvement. Beth is SO friendly, kind and explains things really well. THANK YOU, BETH !!!! you're the best 🙂 🙂
Beth is an amazing tutor, she tutored my son in English for approximately 2 years. He was reluctant to go but she made him feel really comfortable and he even enjoyed his lessons!! His ability and confidence came on leaps and bounds and he moved from middle level in bottom class to middle level top class, achieving well over 100 in his SATS test. Beth was always great at communicating with me, giving me an update on the lesson and his progress each week. I can not recommend her highly enough.
Beth has been brilliant with my daughter at giving her the confidence to believe in herself at English and maths. Any areas I felt she needed help with, Beth would create a lesson to tackle and feed back to me how it went. She put my daughter at ease and made learning fun- thank you for your help
I first met Beth when she taught at my daughters school. I sought Beth's help when my eldest daughter was struggling with secondary school math, she helped my daughter gain confidence and she no longer struggles or gets panicked by math work. Beth is now helping my youngest daughter with Primary School Math. Beth is patient and understanding, she knows how to communicate with the children, she has always communicated with me and clearly has a very good understanding of different children's needs and understanding. I find Beth's charging methods fair and reasonable, she never pressures me to spend more than i can afford and has gone above and beyond on many occasions offering advice and help, it is clear Beth loves to teach and her passion for teaching has a real positive impact.
My son is really enjoying his 1 to 1 math sessions with Beth. She makes the lessons fun whilst taking into consideration his needs. I highly recommend Beth my son has become more confident in maths since he has been working with her. In his words she’s the best tutor ever! Can’t argue with a 10 year who hates math and now looks forward to his weekly lesson.
My son Harry (Y5) began face to face lessons with Beth prior to lockdown. She quickly moved to online - this continuity was just what we needed. During lockdown she has been able to teach the areas she assessed as needing attention. Further, she adapts lessons if a school topic needs consolidating. This flexibility is what I think makes her so popular. I have found Beth's support invaluable over lockdown and nothing is ever too much trouble. Harry thinks she is fabulous too - her lessons are always engaging and he often has a smile on his face during his online lesson. Any homework she sets he has been, on the whole, able to do on his own and in this way he has grown in confidence. The schools are doing a fantastic job with home learning and Beth's additional guidance is the icing on the cake. Thankyou Beth.
I was recommended Beth by a friend who is also a teacher. My son has been working with Beth for approximately 10 weeks and his confidence levels and more so, his enjoyment of working/learning have increased ten fold. He has daily sessions (during lockdown) and loves every session. I would highly recommend Beth to anyone looking for additional tuition
Beth tutored our daughter Sophie weekly for just over a year leading up to and finishing Year 6. My wife and I cannot recommend Beth enough. She focused on any weak points in Sophie's learning and gave appropriate weekly homework to strengthen those weaknesses. Most importantly though, Beth gave Sophie the confidence to know she was doing things right. Sophie always came home with a smile on her face, so we know the learning environment was perfect for her. Thank you Beth for all your help, Sophie is going into her next year at secondary in the top sets for everything, and she is looking forward to more learning!
Want to say the biggest thank you ever for what you have done for both of the girls , you've made their time at school a little easier with your super powers of helping them. Both girl become more confident and comfortable with the subjects they were lacking in . Highly recommended.
The opportunity to lead my school’s in-house 1-2-1 tutoring initiative gave me an immeasurable sense of achievement that I was missing from whole class teaching.
The freedom to be permitted to teach what each child required and deviate to accommodate every child’s specific need was the turning point for me.
The initiative came about through the acknowledgement that children were being left behind, due to lack of timetable time to address this in a full classroom. Research showed that a 10 week program of targeted work had a direct correlation with class grades.
It was an absolute privilege to be involved with this for 3 years alongside my class based role, and witness childrens’ confidence grow alongside their results.
I began tutoring from home as well as my shared class responsibility and eventually turned all my attention to home tuition – I have never looked back!
Maths tutoring – ages 5-13
English tutoring – ages 5-11
I tutor after school Monday-Friday, offering 55 minute sessions. Families book children in to attend weekly for one subject, paid in advance.
Duration | Price |
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55 minutes | £30 |
Families sign up for an exclusive slot within my term-time diary, on a 1-2-1 basis, and it is expected therefore that lessons will be paid for in advance.
£30 deposit is taken when commencing a programme of tuition.
As I am a teacher, I am versed with the methods used and expectations. I check school maths policies to confirm that I am adhering to their chosen techniques. Further, I commonly email and liaise with class teachers. We all have a common goal to make your child the best they can be so are receptive to information sharing.
All I can say, is that if school is becoming uncomfortable and progress does not seem to happening… it is not an age thing, it is according to individual need.
I have children in Y1 requiring phonics and reading intervention, to Y7 children who have simply forgotten all their SATs skills and fallen behind.
I am used to hearing parents say that they wished they had started external lessons sooner!
For many reasons, including long term sickness- this is a growing area. Many children are overwhelmed and get left behind, or have social needs that a school is under-resourced to provide.
I have taught home schoolers, very successfully. These lessons can occur in the day, to give the ‘working school timetable’ vibe.
Yes. I make myself available in the school holidays as this provides consistency for children, allowing for the fastest rate of progress.
There is supporting research which confirms the dip in learning after prolonged periods of time out of the classroom i.e. the six week summer holiday.
“The summer break contributes to a widened knowledge gap between children, even if they start school with the same knowledge and skills.” (Alexander & Entwisle, 1996; Bormann & Dowling, 2006).
I realise that families have busy schedules with many outside activities being enjoyed by children. I think this is important too, so I am newly introducing the flexibility to attend during holidays only.
Most of my regular tutees carry on as routine through the holidays; it is this repetition that is key to success. I can not stress emphatically enough, how true this is.
My diary offers daytime slots (booked in advance, deposit payable) as the children are off. However, work and days out mean I can be flexible.
The only caveat is that priority is given to the term time tutees.
I teach from my house (address below) to keep the costs down. If I were to travel I would need to increase the costs as I could not teach as many lessons.
I do expect activities to be completed at home. However, it is always set at an achievable amount and designed to practice acquired skills. I pride myself on setting work that will give them meaningful practice, grow their confidence and not require support from the parent.
It may be written, or I may direct them to specific learning games. I make specific flashcards which are homework too. This revisiting of facts, has a quick impact so the children see the benefit of coming, which makes it easier for everyone concerned!
I run mini leaderboard competitions between the tutees on times tables for example, so many like that for their homework. It is again, optional to join; when and if they feel they want to compete. In my experience, this competitive element fuels them to practice at home – most can not resist!
As I run lessons after your child has finished, it would not be fair for me to stop and talk. However, I regularly send messages to parents. A Post-it® note will list any work, activities required for that week.
Most of all though, your best feedback will come through school; they will be noticeably more confident, achieve better grades, perhaps move up a group or level, gain a recognition award. All these are the most rewarding feedback. It literally is about clocking up meaningful practice… hours of lessons equates with success.
I keep a plan for each child in a book, which is updated each week. The next lesson revisits and checks knowledge, builds on it and moves forward at the pace dictated by ability.
Your child will attend weekly during term time.
If you wish to leave your regular term time slot, it will terminate at the end of the current school term (by reference to the Plymouth City Council term dates). It is not possible to end the agreement “mid-term”.
Currently, I take payments termly, monthly or at least 24 hours prior to the lesson – either in cash or by telegraphic transfer. Details can be found on the ‘Payments’ page.
You are also welcome to pay monthly or termly by standing order if this is easier.
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This contract should be completed prior to the first lesson.
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