Samy

Offering online tuition only

⦁ I have studied in the 'classes préparatoires' in France, the best education in the country. There I studied French and English extensively for 3 years. I gained invaluable experience of translation practice and was awarded prizes and merit distinctions.
⦁ In the most prestigious Universities in France, "École normale supérieure de Paris", and Sorbonne University (Paris), I studied to become a teacher and gained my French PGCE.
⦁ I gained a MA in French, to be able to share the language I love so much.

Tutoring Experience

⦁ At the City of London School for Boys, I have successfully taught pupils for IGCSE French and A level French who have gone on to both Oxford and Cambridge.
⦁ I know of the academic excellence and high expectations of selective UK independent schools
⦁ I have extensive experience tutoring students from the most prestigious schools in and around London, among them:

• City of London School for Boys, where I have taught French IGCSE and French A-level
• Latymer Upper School
• St Marylebone School
• Eltham College
• Radley College
• Wisbech Grammar School
• Mill Hill School
• Roedan School
• King Edward VI School for Girls

and many more.

⦁ Due to my long tutoring experience, I know of the high expectations put on students. This is why I take pride in delivering top level tuition in every lesson.

⦁ I have learned that tailoring learning strategies to every student's skills - language skills, and/or analytical skills for A level - significantly increase the pupil’s confidence and improve the chances to achieve his or her goals. This is how I can make a difference to the students' lives.

Tutoring Approach

⦁ I spend an average of one to two hours preparing for every tutoring session
⦁ A patient and encouraging manner, that increases the student's confidence
⦁ A professional evaluation of the student's strengths and weaknesses, to keep track of the student's progress
⦁ Very clear explanations of grammar, followed by examples tailored for the exam
⦁ Focuses on the student's personal interests, which increases memorization and relates to his/her personal life

⦁ Guided conversation for Adult professionals, focused on 'real life' French:
- loads of uninterrupted speaking time, to build confidence speaking
- followed by a detailed feedback that you can implement immediately

⦁ Confidence building: Through an encouraging and patient manner, I build the student's confidence, which is often key to succeeding - especially for the Speaking and Writing part of the exams
⦁ Pushing students to reach their full potential, up to 9/A* standards - especially for grammar school students
⦁ Focus on exam technique and learning methods for better marks
⦁ Focus on grammar and language accuracy to reach top marks
⦁ For A2 Speaking: IRP and Speaking cards (topics and sub-topics on France and French speaking countries)
⦁ For A2 Writing: French Books and Movies (L'Etranger, La Haine, No et Moi, Un Sac de Billes, etc.)
⦁ A level French (AS, A2) for AQA, Edexcel, Eduqas
⦁ Cambridge IGCSE French
⦁ GCSE French, Higher Tier for AQA, Edexcel
⦁ 13+ Grammar Schools entry exams
⦁ Adult professionals