Confidence-building
English tutoring
I’ve been an English teacher, lecturer and wordsmith since the dawn of the millennium. I’ve guided hundreds of young people on their journey into a deeper, more excitable understanding of English.
Whether your young person needs exam preparation, coursework guidance, support with pronunciation or simply a gentler way into English, I offer personalised, one-to-one tutoring that meets them exactly where they are.
After every lesson, you get a written report, so you can see progress week by week.
“Lucy inspired me during each and every lesson when she taught me GCSE English language and literature.”
GCSE English language & literature tutoring
Perfect for language students who need structure, clarity and a step-by-step approach to improving writing.
Ideal for literature learners who want guided, confidence-building help with essays or text analysis.
A level English language & literature tutoring
Perfect for students aiming for top grades or preparing for university-level study and for learners who need clearer explanations, structured notes and high-level feedback.
Pronunciation and intonation coaching
For bilingual students and international learners who want to sound more natural, confident and expressive in spoken English.
We work on rhythm, stress patterns, clarity and authentic intonation.
From the pens of students
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She is the teacher everyone says is their favourite
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Lucy is a dynamic and passionate teacher who goes above and beyond in everything she does
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Her subject knowledge is exemplary, as is her ability to engage even the most disaffected students
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I feel I have grown and improved my writing to the point that I don’t even recognise it sometimes
• She is the teacher everyone says is their favourite • Lucy is a dynamic and passionate teacher who goes above and beyond in everything she does • Her subject knowledge is exemplary, as is her ability to engage even the most disaffected students • I feel I have grown and improved my writing to the point that I don’t even recognise it sometimes
For the grownups
“It is rare that a teacher can live long in one’s memory as someone who could think beyond the curriculum and truly help others to think outside the box.”
University essay-writing tutor (any subject)
Turning overwhelm into progress, we break tasks into manageable steps, build independence and keep you and your writing on track.
Creative writing champion
Whether you’re shaping a first novel, polishing a short story or learning to trust your poetic voice, I offer a calm, structured space to develop your craft.
Business writing champion
As a wordsmith accountability buddy, I support small business owners, founders and freelancers who need to communicate with a voice that sounds warm, real and trustworth.
Tailored sessions, clear progress
We start with a free consultation, so I can understand your goals, strengths and challenges.
Each session includes:
✔ personalised teaching — by video or in person (in BS48)
✔ targeted practice tasks
✔ an end-of-session written report
✔ optional weekly homework
✔ ongoing email/WhatsApp support
Experience You Can Trust
My background in teaching and professional writing creates a potent concoction of academic precision and real-world clarity.
PGCE English, University of Nottingham
Deputy head of English, Theale Green School
Senior lecturer in English at Salzburg University
Senior lecturer at Salzburg University of Applied Sciences
Lecturer at Salzburg Teacher Training College
GCSE examiner/marker
Mentor to young writers in Gaza, preparing their stories for publication in We Are Not Numbers
Author of Actually, the Comma Goes Here (American punctuation and grammar)
Editor for Sesame Street Palestine, The Fixer, and Legacies in Blood
“Best teacher ever! Lucy is not only a great instructor, but also wonderful mentor. I have learned a great deal in her classes, and I am grateful to have had such an inspiring teacher during my studies. ”