Expert Tuition for All Ages

The student struggled with anxiety and had other learning needs. I was asked to teach her art as she enjoyed drawing. Over the weeks I worked with her, her engagement increased dramatically. She greatly enjoyed the sessions as she was introduced to different media and artists. She then took the time to explore this in her own time before she successfully reintegrated back into school.

I originally began working with this student when he was fourteen and had completely disengaged from school. He had complex SEMH and SEND, requiring a careful approach. Over the years working with me and liaising with his school, he grew in confidence, being able to relate to people well and articulate his strengths. He learnt to read and became more proficient in maths. He was provided many trip opportunities and I also supported him in getting his provisional licence. Finally, I also supported him with a job coach and by the time I completed my work with him he had got a full time job.

This student had not attended school due to high anxiety for several months. My work commenced in February with the aim to help him secure a post-16 place and gain Functional Skills Maths and English qualifications. By working closely with his school, the above was achieved in just over 5 months.

The student's self -esteem was raised, he saw he could well with school work again. I supported him for his transition to his new setting where he did so well he was actually offered a place on the next course up!

This LAC student had been refusing to attend school. I was tasked with re-engaging him in education. Over the weeks he was delighted to be getting a 'proper education' (his words). I also supported this student with communicating his wishes and feelings for a new school and continued to support him until he started there.

Even though this student was attending school, he was exceptionally work avoidant with some complex SEND and health needs. Through patience, encouragement and working closely with the school I was able to help this student gain Functional Skills Level 2 in English (GCSE grade 4), which helped him secure a place on the college course he wanted.

He was stunned by what he'd ultimately been able to achieve, having previously assumed he'd leave school with no qualifications.

I supported this student for over two years being one of only a few professionals who could engage him on any level. This engagement took a great deal of creativity, flexibility and perseverance on my part! I also closely communicated with his school and the YOT, who were grateful for my excellent communication. This student really appreciated my work and at the end of my time working with him he gave me one of the most heartfelt thank you messages I've ever had.