Martin

My name is Martin. I was born into a teaching family in which the house was often full of my mother's teaching colleagues. I am a lifelong resident of Oxford and have spent the majority of my career teaching locally.
In my spare time I write (a Latin course printed privately; a book about the Beatles, written as a ghost writer for my cousin; a history of my current school). I am currently writing a biography and a detective story.
Railways and old cars are also a great interest of mine and as a family we often visit heritage sites.
Before falling asleep, I like to read history or detective fiction.

Tutoring Experience

1974-5 Assistant Classics Master at Bristol Grammar School
1975-2003 Classics and English at New College School, Oxford
2003-2022 Classics and Thinking Skills at Winchester House School, Brackley (including five years as Head of Classics Department)
1978-2003 Classics and related subjects at Harris Manchester College, Oxford
1971-2003 Classics and many other subjects for Edward Greene's Tutorial Establishment, Oxford
1970- present A wide range of private students aged from 4-54 in a wide range of subjects from Primary to University level

Tutoring Approach

Every student is different and all need an individual approach. I like to work alongside learners and encourage at every stage of the process in order to build independence of thought. Lessons must be interesting and amusing. Confidence is vital to learning and I like to involve parents and carers in the learning. Some have sent the next generation to me and many families remain good friends years later.
Safeguarding is also a major priority; I keep my DBS certification up to date and complete all safety training as it is presented.