Tutor profile
Jacob Berry
English & Humanities Specialist
Boarhills
Overview
A summary on Jacob Berry
A quick look at how Jacob teaches and what families can expect.
- Jacob is our English & Humanities Specialist.
- Over 3 years' of tutoring experience.
- Holds a 2:1 for his Bachelors of Art in Ancient and Modern History from Oxford University.
- Holds a 2:1 for his Masters of Art in Medieval History from St Andrews University.
- Currently preparing for his PhD.
- Offers Oxford Entrance Exam preparation lessons.
- Holds A*, A*, A*, for English Literature, History and Sociology at A-Level.
- Holds A*, A, A, A for History, English Literature, English Language, and Geography at GCSE level.
- He charges £25.00 per hour.
- Lesson reports for each session you take with him.
- Homework can be arranged free of charge.
Short summary
Jacob is an Oxford-educated english tutor and history tutor for KS3, GCSE and A Level, with 3 years’ tutoring experience. He also offers A Level Sociology plus Oxford entrance exam and personal statement support, with session reports.
Subjects and levels
What Jacob Berry can teach
A comprehensive breakdown of the areas and levels Jacob can help with.
English
English Language
Key Stage 3 GCSE A Level
English Literature
Key Stage 3 GCSE A Level
English skills
Key Stage 3 GCSE A Level
History
Ancient History
BA
History
Key Stage 3 GCSE A Level BA Master's
Modern History
BA
Humanities
Religious Studies
Key Stage 3 GCSE
Sociology
A Level
Teaching Skill
Oxford Applications
BA
Personal Statement
BA Master's
Biography
About Jacob
Jacob is currently preparing for his PhD, after having finished his Bachelor's Degree from Oxford in Ancient and Modern History, as well as his Master's Degree at St Andrews in Medieval History. During his time studying he began tutoring, having accumulated 3 years' worth of experience. He largely tutors History and English (language or literature) at A-Level to KS3, but can also teach Sociology at A-Level.
Jacob has an immense passion for learning. He believes that all students can achieve, and even exceed, the expectations of those around them. He believes that, as a tutor, his responsibility is not only to help students achieve their desired grades, but also to establish a genuine interest in academics amongst them.
Further reading
More about Jacob
Jacob Berry is an English & Humanities Specialist offering supportive, structured tuition at £25.00 per hour. With over 3 years’ tutoring experience, he teaches English Language, English Literature and History across Key Stage 3, GCSE and A-Level, and can also support A-Level Sociology. He also teaches Religious Studies at GCSE and Key Stage 3, and brings strong subject knowledge in ancient, medieval and modern history.
Academically, Jacob holds a 2:1 BA in Ancient and Modern History from Oxford University and a 2:1 MA in Medieval History from the University of St Andrews, and is currently preparing for his PhD. Alongside subject tutoring, he offers Oxford Entrance Exam preparation and support with Oxford applications, including personal statements, making him a strong option for students looking for Oxbridge tutors or a personal statement tutor.
In lessons, Jacob aims to help students work towards their target grades while also building genuine confidence and interest in learning. Students can expect clear lesson reports after each session, and homework can be arranged free of charge. His own academic record includes A*, A*, A* at A-Level (English Literature, History, Sociology) and A*, A, A, A at GCSE (History, English Literature, English Language, Geography), which helps him coach effective exam technique as a GCSE English tutor, GCSE History tutor, or A-Level History tutor.
