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Enquiry-onlyEnglish tuition: close reading, argument and written control
English teaching that builds close reading, structured argument and clean, deliberate prose.
- Who it is for
- GCSE, A level and IB English students, and students who need stronger academic writing.
- Levels
- GCSE, A level, IB Diploma, academic writing for degree study
- Format
- One-to-one online lessons, 60 minutes
What this actually does for you
- 01
Read closely enough to say something precise about how a text works.
- 02
Structure an argument that answers the question set.
- 03
Write with control: sentence variety, accuracy and deliberate word choice.
Availability, provider and price
- Provider
- Delivered by the Shaw Academics team
- Availability
- You can make a real availability enquiry. Specialist capacity for this service is limited, and we will confirm honestly at the consultation whether we can take the work.
- Duration
- 60 minutes
- Price
- £60 — Indicative £60 per 60 minutes, or £570 for a ten-hour block. Fees are pending owner approval.
- Currency
- GBP. Any international exchange or transfer costs are yours and are explained before payment.
- Last reviewed
- 2026-09-12 (next review 2027-01-15)
No payment is taken on this site
There is no card checkout here. After a free consultation you receive a written scope and, if you choose to proceed, a hosted invoice or payment link with the exact total and terms.
See the fee schedule and the cancellation and refund terms.
Scope detail
- Exam boards
- Confirmed at the consultation
- Topics
- Close reading, comparative essays, unseen texts, academic writing
- Lesson example
- Annotate 12 lines together, build one analytical paragraph, then write it timed
- Assessed work
- Permitted feedback only; you remain the author
What is included
- Written learning plan
- 60-minute lessons with texts supplied
- Set reading and writing between lessons
- One marked essay per cycle with written feedback
- Progress review every six lessons
What is not included
- Examination, test, application or university fees
- Writing, sitting or submitting assessed work on your behalf
- Guaranteed grades, scores, offers or employment
- Coursework drafted or rewritten for you
How the work is staged
- 01Diagnostic essay and discussion
- 02Close reading method
- 03Argument structure and paragraph craft
- 04Timed essay practice
- 05Accuracy and style refinement
- Diagnostic
- One timed essay before the first lesson.
- Independent work
- One reading task and one writing task between lessons.
- Marking and feedback allowance
- One marked essay per lesson cycle.
- Progress checks
- Written progress note every six lessons.
Evidence, honestly stated
A sample marked essay with feedback is available on request.
We are an independent education and progression service. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by or acting on behalf of the universities, test providers or employers mentioned on this website. Names are used to identify students’ possible destinations and preparation needs.
Questions about english tuition
Do you cover set texts?
Yes, once we confirm your board and texts at the consultation.
Is this suitable for a second-language speaker?
Often yes, but an English test course may suit you better. We will say which at the consultation.
Can you help with creative writing?
Only where it forms part of your specification.
How is writing marked?
Against your assessment criteria, with a written comment and one specific rewrite task.
Do you help with university essays?
Academic writing method, yes. We do not edit assessed work beyond permitted feedback.
How many lessons are typical?
Blocks of six to ten, reviewed before continuing.
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Discuss english tuition first
Twenty minutes, free, no payment details. We will tell you honestly whether this is the right course for you and whether we can take the work.