Modern Foreign Languages Tutors : 1-1 Modern Foreign Languages Preparation

I am a recent graduate of the University of Oxford, with a BA in Modern Languages (Italian and Spanish). Prior to attending The Queen’s College, Oxford, I achieved A* in Spanish, A* in Art and Design, and A in English Literature at A Level. Over the course of my degree I acted as Student Ambassador and Equalities Officer, and was the President of the Oxford University Cheerleading Squad.

With a wide variety of experience in teaching in a classroom as well as in a one-to-one environment, I am well-placed to provide tuition at Key Stage 2 – 5. I am up to date on examination syllabi and am confident in making my students aware of the requirements for achieving top marks. I am a friendly, patient, and enthusiastic tutor who endeavours to connect with my students personally and encourage them to feel comfortable and confident in their academic abilities.

I’m Nick, an experienced educator and Head of Modern Languages, specialising in German tuition from GCSE to Degree level. I have a proven track record of helping students secure places at their desired universities, including colleges at Oxford.

I provide systematic preparation for the MLAT tests and offer interview coaching where needed. My teaching philosophy prioritizes deep understanding over rote learning, ensuring my students feel confident, well-prepared, and equipped for success.

I have a deep interest in the works of Ernst Jünger and Max Frisch, and gladly discuss German post-war (WWI & WWII) literature with my students. I have an affinity to works of German poetry and am very taken by the emotionalism that originated from the ‘Sturm und Drang’ movement of the late 18th Century.

In 2014, Rita Pierson’s TED Talk, “Every Kid Needs a Champion,” had a profound impact on me. Her insights resonated deeply with my educational values and reinforced the importance of fostering strong, meaningful relationships and ensuring all students have access to an enriching curriculum and an opportunity to succeed. This belief is personal to me. Removing anxieties and barriers to learning has become my core mission—whether supporting students or collaborating with colleagues. Celebrating young people’s individual achievements was the driving force behind my decision to become a teacher and subsequently a specialist tutor.