English Matters
Specialist English Tuition
Welcome!
I am Sumona Singhal, an English teacher (M.A. English Literature, M.Ed.)
I specialise in preparing children for the crucial 11+ entrance exams and KS2 SATs or general consolidation.
Offering face to face and online 1:1 and 2:1 sessions for 11+ and Key Stage 2.
Group sessions are also offered.
Why Choose English Matters?
One of my key strengths is a deep understanding of how to engage students and deliver personalised study plans to strengthen core English skills.
All key aspects- like developing reading, writing and analytical skills under timed conditions are extensively covered with a strong emphasis on vocabulary. Presentation skills, structure and handwriting are also reinforced. A strategy that works well beyond 11 plus success.
Tailored Learning
- Bespoke Sessions- relevant resources
- Time management
- Structured responses
- Effective exam techniques
- Aligned with the student’s goals.
- An extensive repertoire of past papers
Proven Success
- Curated learning towards specific schools
- Core skill consolidation to maximize progress.
- Covering both standard & multiple choice format
- Focus on both Comprehension, Writing skills and VR
Convenient Options
- 1:1 and 2:1 & Group Sessions
- Face to face and online
- Small Group size( Max 5)
- Homework tailored to individual needs
- Flexible booster sessions
- Term time only
- Holiday Workshops
30+
Years of experience
300+
Students Taught
100%
Customer satisfaction
What is covered
All key areas of English skills that are required specifically for 11+ and KS2 Sats or general consolidation. Essentially everything to make your child achieve their true potential.
Guidance and tools to improve structure, presentation skills and handwriting as they play a crucial role in student confidence and exam success.
- Comprehension
- Creative Writing
- Vocabulary ( VR)
- Grammar
- Punctuation
- Spelling
Sessions targeted towards…
No matter what is the purpose of seeking guidance all sessions are meticulously planned with the pupil in mind. Generic materials that are irrelevant are excluded to maximise learning.
Grammar Schools
- Tailored sessions preparing for targeting Henrietta Barnet, (first and second round) and QE English paper-with a focus on specific exam techniques and question styles.
- Focus on both standard format and MCQ.
Independent Schools
- Sessions focus extensively on providing wide exposure to varied texts that match the difficulty level of the exam. Vast repertoire of past papers
- Focus on both standard format and MCQ with time management.
Key Stage 2
- Support for SAT prep and core skill foundation and consolidation
- Focus on SPAG, comprehension, creative writing, and vocabulary.
- Build a robust vocabulary to express themselves with clarity and creativity.
Schools where our pupils have procured places
Grammar
Schools
- Henrietta Barnett School
- Queen Elizabeth’s School
- Sutton Grammar
- Dr. Challoner’s (Girls)
- Tiffin School
- Watford Grammar
- SW Herts Consortium Schools
- Buckinghamshire County Grammar.
- Wilson’s School, Sutton
- The Latymer School
Independent
Schools
- North London Collegiate School
- Merchant Taylors’ School
- St. Paul’s (Boys) and (Girls)
- Haberdasher Aske’s Girls’ School
- Haberdasher Aske’s Boys’ School
- The John Lyon School
- North London Independent Girls’ School Consortium
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