Tutor profile
Jacob Berry
English & Humanities Specialist
Boarhills
Overview
A summary on Jacob
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 Berry is an English tutor and history tutor for KS3, GCSE and A Level, with 3+ years' experience and Oxford (BA) and St Andrews (MA) degrees. He also supports Oxford entrance exam preparation and personal statements.
Subjects and levels
What Jacob 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 who offers supportive, structured tuition in History and English (English Language and English Literature) from Key Stage 3 through to GCSE and A Level. He also teaches Religious Studies at GCSE/KS3 and provides A Level support in Sociology, making him a strong fit for students looking for an experienced history tutor or english tutor across multiple humanities subjects.
Jacob has over 3 years’ tutoring experience and an academic background in History, with 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. He is currently preparing for his PhD. His own exam results include A*, A*, A* at A Level (English Literature, History, Sociology) and A*, A, A, A at GCSE (History, English Literature, English Language, Geography).
For students aiming high, Jacob offers Oxford Entrance Exam preparation, along with support for Oxford applications and personal statements (acting as a dedicated personal statement tutor where needed). His teaching is shaped by a genuine passion for learning: he works to build confidence, strengthen subject understanding, and help students develop an authentic interest in academics alongside their grade goals.
Jacob charges £25.00 per hour. After each session, he provides lesson reports, and homework can be arranged free of charge.
