£8/week
Billed monthly
No long-term commitment
Recordings of weekly hour group lessons in term time
Optional homework activities
RECORDINGS ONLY
£25/week
Billed monthly
No long-term commitment
Weekly hour group lessons in term time
Optional homework activities
Weekly feedback and progress reports
WhatsApp support with an expert tutor
Access to lesson recordings for revision and catch-up
WEEKLY BOOSTER GROUP LESSONS
£30/week
Billed monthly
No long-term commitment
Weekly hour group lessons in term time
A half termly 1:1 45-minute lesson
Optional homework activities
Weekly feedback and progress reports
WhatsApp support with an expert tutor
Access to lesson recordings for revision and catch-up
BEST OF BOTH!
Weekly group lessons and a half termly 1:1.
Immerse your child in imaginative fantasy and mystery settings to spark their creativity.
Don't let your child's lack of writing confidence hold them back!
Character Development
Create believable characters and practice showing, not telling.
Setting and Atmosphere
Use sensory details to build vivid settings and set mood and tone.
Plot Structure
Learn about story arcs (beginning, middle, end) and the role of conflict.
Dialogue Writing
Write natural dialogue with correct punctuation and formatting.
Point of View
Explore first-person vs. third-person perspectives and balancing thoughts with actions.
Word Choice
Encouraging strong verbs and adjectives, expanding vocabulary.
Pacing and Flow
Vary sentence length and use paragraph breaks effectively.
Editing and Revising
Practice self-editing and peer feedback.
Prompts
Use imaginative prompts to spark creativity.
Theme and Genre
Explore themes and experiment with different genres.
"She is kind, inspiring, fun and extremely patient."
About Mollie
Meet Mollie, a dedicated tutor whose goal is to inspire and empower her students to reach their full potential, fostering a lifelong love of learning.
Mollie ensures her sessions are interactive and engaging by incorporating multimedia elements like videos, interactive whiteboards, educational games, and quizzes. Participation is encouraged through open-ended questions and group activities, and she personalises learning by tailoring activities to student interests.
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How long do we have to sign up for?To start, we recommend booking a single lesson as a trial. After that, there is no long-term commitment; you simply book and pay on a monthly basis.
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Can we book both group sessions and 1:1 lessons?Yes, students can book individual 1:1 lessons in addition to the booster groups if they need more personalised support on specific topics.
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Who are the tutors?Our tutors are experienced professionals with expertise in their subject areas. They are carefully vetted and hand-picked by Portia to ensure high-quality tuition.
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Can I book a trial?Yes! We suggest beginning with a single lesson as a trial. This allows us to ensure we have paired your child with the most suitable tutor.
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Can I cancel a lesson one week?We request as much notice as possible when cancelling a lesson. 1:1 Lessons You may cancel one 1:1 lesson per term (three times a year) without being charged, provided you give at least 48 hours' notice. Lessons cancelled with less than 48 hours' notice will be charged in full. Group Lessons If you miss a group lesson, the tutor will record it for you to catch up at your convenience. If, for any reason, the session cannot be recorded and you have given 48 hours' notice, you will not be charged. This exception is allowed once per term (three times a year).
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What technology do we need for online lessons?You will need a stable internet connection and a computer or tablet. That's it!
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How long are the lessons?Lesson lengths vary based on the subject and level of study. Typically, sessions range from 30 minutes to an hour
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How do I pay for lessons?Payments can be made online via our secure payment system. Payments are made monthly by the 27th of each month.