Theatre Tutors : 1-1 Theatre Lessons

My name is Kate Valentine Crisp, and I am a writer and educator, raised in Glastonbury I am now based in London. I love teachings and sparking excitement and intrigue amongst my pupils.
Education should be joyful, uplifting, and inspiring. It’s a gateway through which students can unlock their futures, deepen their understanding of the world, and ultimately discover more about themselves. I love working with young people to help them achieve their educational goals. There’s something incredibly rewarding about witnessing that moment when a concept clicks or when a student begins to feel genuine excitement about a subject they once found daunting. My own enthusiasm for my chosen topics fills me with such joy and sharing that with my tutees is a privilege.
More than simply providing the right tools for academic success, I want to spark a sense of curiosity and fascination in my students. My goal is to encourage them to push themselves not out of necessity, but out of genuine interest, a desire to explore, question, and grow.

With over 16 years of experience in special education, I bring extensive knowledge and expertise to my role as a Specialist Support Tutor. I support learners with ASC, dyslexia, ADHD, physical/medical needs, PDA, SEMH, and dyspraxia. My qualifications include a degree in Special and Inclusive Education, a Level 7 certificate for assessing exam access arrangements, a Cert Ed in Further Education teaching, and QTLS status. I assess learners for their access arrangements in examinations, such as extra time, readers, and scribes.

I am passionate about helping hard-to-reach students, I regularly contribute to EHCP meetings, working closely with learners, parents, carers, and agencies to ensure effective support. My empathy, patience, and adaptability allow me to foster trust and build strong relationships with students, encouraging their confidence and growth. Many learners share their achievements with me beyond college, demonstrating the impact of our communication.
Excellent Communication is key in this role, both in writing and face-to-face as many learner’s lack self-esteem or confidence due to past experiences in education. I am a good listener and I am able to gain their trust and respect by being flexible and adaptive to their needs to promote child welfare.
I have safeguarding training and a portable DBS certificate.

I’m a passionate, bubbly, and energetic educator with over five years of experience inspiring young minds in both primary and secondary settings. Originally primary-trained, I transitioned into secondary teaching where I currently specialise in Religious Education. My broad classroom and tutoring experience has equipped me with the adaptability to support learners of all abilities across a wide range of subjects and key stages. I bring warmth, enthusiasm, and a deep commitment to student progress, whether I’m preparing pupils for SATs, GCSEs, or A-Level exams, or boosting their confidence in everyday learning. Known for my engaging teaching style and student-centred approach, I create safe and stimulating environments where learners feel heard, challenged, and celebrated. My holistic teaching philosophy nurtures both academic growth and personal development, empowering students to reach their full potential.

I have just completed an MSt in Modern Languages (French & English) at the University of Oxford, following a BA in French & Philosophy.

I started Sixth Form with a science focus, however quickly fell in love with studying French literature which enabled me to gain a deeper cultural understanding of my French heritage.

Throughout my BA and MSt studies in French, I explored a broad range of early modern and modern French texts and how these sit within the wider cultural, historical and political context. In particular, I am familiar with the works of Molière, Racine, Hugo, Camus, Sartre, Beckett, Ionesco, Marivaux, Beaumarchais, Mérimée, Maupassant, Flaubert, Duras and Djebar, amongst others.

For my undergraduate coursework project, I was awarded the inaugural Clément Olympe Lavanne Prize in 2023 for the best performance in Francophone Literature, with a preference for French Caribbean Literature.

My postgraduate studies spanned three particular areas of research: Beckett’s Poetics of Ignorance; Law and Literature in France from 1450-1700; and Molière’s celebrity status in the 17th century French theatrical landscape.

Having studied arts, humanities and sciences up to IB, I can support with mathematics and science from KS1 to GCSE, as well as French and English Literature up to A-level / IB standard. I achieved 41/45 points for my IB (2019) with a 7 in French, 6 in Chemistry and 6 in Biology at Higher Level; following 12 GCSEs all graded A*-A / 7-9. I am a native French speaker and received extensive translation and essay writing training over the course of my undergraduate studies.

I am happy to help with any university personal statements, support MLAT and interview preparation, and offer general information about the Oxford Modern Languages and Philosophy courses as well as demystify the college system and university life more broadly.

I also love theatre, cinema, dance, music and travelling!