Tutor profile
Elizabeth Shimwell
English and Humanities Specialist
Wirral
Overview
A summary on Elizabeth
A quick look at how Elizabeth teaches and what families can expect.
- Elizabeth is our English and Humanities Specialist.
- She is a final year Politics and International Relations student at the University of Sheffield.
- With over two years of tutoring experience, she is well-practiced in all exam specifications.
- Holds A*, A*, A, A for English Language, an Extended Project in Human Rights Law, Law, and Government and Politics at A-Level.
- Holds 2 A**s (2 9s) for English Literature and English Language at GCSE level.
- She charges £30.00 per hour.
- Lesson reports for each session you take with her.
- Homework can be arranged free of charge.
Short summary
GCSE English tutor and A-Level English Language & Literature specialist; also supports GCSE/A-Level Politics and Law. University of Sheffield Politics and International Relations student with 4 years’ tutoring, exam-focused lessons with reports and optional homework.
Subjects and levels
What Elizabeth can teach
A comprehensive breakdown of the areas and levels Elizabeth can help with.
English
English Language
Key Stage 3 GCSE A Level
English Literature
Key Stage 3 GCSE A Level
Other
Law
GCSE A Level
Politics
Government and Politics
GCSE A Level
Biography
About Elizabeth
Elizabeth is a dedicated Politics and International Relations graduate, driven by a passion for teaching and a track record of academic excellence. With a solid foundation in English Language & Literature, Law, and Politics, Elizabeth achieved remarkable A*, A*, A, A grades at A-Level, secured impressive 9s at GCSE, and is pursuing her QTS as a Secondary English Teacher.
Having been tutoring English literature and language for 4 years (with extensive work experience in schools, colleges and academic summer camp), she has refined her teaching approach to be exam-orientated with all resources provided (whilst keeping it as fun and engaging as possible!).
Beyond tutoring, Elizabeth is a published academic author, having contributed to recognised articles during her first year of university, but can generally be found with her head in a book (probably re-reading The Secret History) and a cup of tea in hand.
Further reading
More about Elizabeth
Elizabeth Shimwell is an English and Humanities Specialist and a final-year Politics and International Relations student at the University of Sheffield. She teaches English Language and English Literature across Key Stage 3, GCSE and A Level, and also supports students with Government and Politics and Law at GCSE and A Level, making her a strong choice for learners looking for an English tutor as well as a politics tutor or law tutor.
With over two years of tutoring experience and four years tutoring English Language and Literature, Elizabeth brings an exam-orientated approach, providing resources while keeping lessons fun and engaging. She has experience working in schools, colleges and an academic summer camp, and she aims to help students build confidence, structure strong responses, and develop clear analysis for essays and exam questions. Lesson reports are provided after each session, and homework can be arranged free of charge.
Elizabeth’s own academic results include A*, A*, A, A at A Level (English Language, Law, Government and Politics, plus an Extended Project in Human Rights Law) and 9s (A**) in GCSE English Literature and English Language. She is also pursuing QTS as a Secondary English Teacher and has contributed to published academic articles during her first year at university.
She charges £30.00 per hour.
