Tom

Hello! I am a second-year Japanese student at the University of Edinburgh, and I've been dedicated to studying the language for 8 years. In 2023, I passed the JLPT N2 exam, placing in the 95th percentile. I also scored a 9 in the Japanese GCSE in 2019.

My passion for languages extends beyond Japanese. I studied Spanish throughout school, achieving a 9 at GCSE and an A* at A-Level. Both languages remain integral parts of my daily life.

As an outgoing and passionate tutor who has recently achieved high in the above GCSE and A-Level exams, I am the ideal tutor for helping you to get the grades you deserve, and making your learning journey enjoyable and effective.

Tutoring Experience

I have taught Japanese to year 6 students at my school, and have taught Japanese classes to anyone in the school through a Japanese lunchtime club that I set up independently.

Tutoring Approach

I offer tailored Spanish GCSE and A-Level classes, as well as lessons for Japanese GCSE. Each session will be customised to meet your specific needs, boosting your confidence for the exams. (Please message me at least 3 days in advance with the topics you'd like to focus on!)
My teaching prioritises mastering exam techniques alongside the language itself, crucial for achieving the top grades. Additionally, I will share effective revision tricks and strategies to make your studies more efficient.
I have many resources from my own exam preparation, particularly for Spanish. These include an in-depth list of phrases to impress examiners in the oral exams (both GCSE and A-Level), and a detailed analysis of the novel Crónica de una muerte anunciada and the film María llena eres de gracia for A-Level Spanish. (Please note, I cannot assist with other novels or films for A-Level Spanish).
We will work through study resources and past papers together (speaking, reading, writing and listening), reinforcing what you've learned at school to give you an edge in your exams. If you have any questions, feel free to contact me. I cannot wait to see you in my classes!