I have gained a wide variety of invaluable teaching experience of over 35 years, including ENGLISH, MUSIC, ART and SPECIAL NEEDS, Preschools, Primary and Secondary Schools, PRUs, Hospitals, Special Schools, face-to-face or online EXAM PREPARATION/ HOME TUTORING/ MENTORING/ HOME SCHOOLING LESSONS/ SUPPORT/ also SCHOOL HOLIDAY LESSONS AVAILABLE - keep up and/or catch up.
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27 customer reviews
Gail Thompson
Piano Lessons
Annie is just delightful, my first lesson is actually next week but we had an amazing phone call and I know we are going to be firm friends, it already feels as if I’ve known her for years. I can’t wait to start brushing up my skills on the piano interspersed with much laughter and fun. Highly recommended ❤️ More...
Amjid Mohammed
English Lessons
Annie was very knowledgeable and informative in how she would be able to provide support to my son with his GCSE English
Karen
English Lessons
Brilliant teacher we can't thank Annie enough.
harvey cooper
lessons were understandable if not she can easily explain it to you and learn alot
Steph
Annie has been a wonderful teacher to our son over recent months. After years of struggling in his English lessons at school, she has carefully guided him through different strategies and techniques to aid his understanding and to develop the depth of his written responses. She has a lovely manner with him, showing kindness, patience and humour. Our son has genuinely enjoyed the teaching time he has had with Annie and feels he has progressed more in a matter of weeks than he has done in nearly five years at secondary school. We are so pleased that he now feels more confident in his own ability. More...
Allan
English Lessons
I found Annie to be very professional and caring for my son in English and in the outside world and as a parent I see how annie grew my son confidence and improved my son English. Every thing Annie promised at the start that things would changes for the better and she did just that with my son flowing through his exams and in school and lastly she made him enjoy writing enjoy story telling again that's all thanks to Annie. So I would highly recommend Annie as a tutor. More...
Zaire
Annie has helped me immensely with my writing and understanding of the English subject.
Beforehand, my vocabulary wasn’t as high my writing wasn’t as good as it is now.
I struggle using the right English techniques but as time progressed with annie all of that changed so much so that I passed my English test on my first try. By understanding when to put commas, full stops and how to write interesting descriptive stories.
Now, in school writing up projects is so much easier, teacher's are blown away on how it’s written thinking i got it from a website but no I got it from Annie.
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Dylan Copeland
Singing Lessons
She seems really passionate about teaching and music, and also seemed very interested in helping me as well.
Ilaria Norsa
English Lessons
Annie was/is absolutely great , my son got his English GCSE thanks to her wonderful support . Annie understood my sons learning dispositions . She gave him confidence which helped him build on his self esteem . Teaching him strategies on how to give full answers to to exam questions . She was also extremely kind in always finding an available slot if we missed a lesson ! More...
Gordon Johnson Houghton
Piano Lessons
She rang & was very nice to talk to.
Tanja Matoska
English Lessons
Annie started working with my son at the beginning of Year 5, helped him to confidently pass the 11+ test, and he continued to work with her in Year 6 as well. I really liked her approach of teaching across proper understanding and knowledge of grammar, punctuation, the building blocks of creative writing etc, and once those were covered, moving onto practice in a test environment. She is very caring, kind, patient and made a very good bonding with my son. He particularly enjoyed the creative writing ideas that she sparked with him and strengthened his vocabulary. More...
Sandra Rowe
Clarinet Lessons
Hi Annie sounded lovely but am not up for online tuition . Decided to put lessons on hold for now and Thank You Sandra Rowe .
Meliza
English Lessons
Annie is a wonderful tutor. My son enjoyed her lessons. She has excellent way of teaching - from English Literature content to exam techniques.
Barbara Whitney
Piano Lessons
A wonderful piano teacher, first & foremost an intuitive teacher. As an adult pupil (over 50!) I never thought I could learn to play piano but Annie very subtley engages you into learning almost without you realising it. So delighted I am learning piano & reading music in a relaxed but informative, enjoyable and encouraging way. The perfect teacher! More...
Sharon
Piano Lessons
I contacted Annie to help my daughter who was struggling with her grade 4 piano. Within 2 short lessons with Annie there was a vast improvement. She explained, corrected and gave examples which all helped my daughter to progress. Not only that but she started to enjoy playing again. Annie is kind, caring and patient. Encouraging throughout. So pleased we found her. More...
MICHAEL UTCHANAH
Piano Lessons
easy to use system, very helpful info. straight forward. I will use again if need be...........................................
Otto Bennett
We employed Annie to help our 10yr old son to bring his English skills up to standard for a secondary entrance exam. He really enjoyed his lessons and loved the creative writing aspect. He is now much more confident with his writing and can easily apply those skills to reading and comprehension. We would highly recommend Annie for any student needing a boost in their English. More...
Amanda W
Piano Lessons
Annie, is such a lovely caring teacher. My son really loves his lessons and looks forward to them each week. I have been impressed with Annie's ability to engage with my son and adapt the lesson for his needs.
Darryl Cranwell
Piano Lessons
I had no prior music background when I started wanting to learn to play piano. Annie is a fantasic teacher that goes through the fundemental at a pace which help you learn better that suit the sstudent. Furthermore you can tell her love from the instrument as she speak about it. I would defidently recommend her for anyone who starting and is unsure. More...
Elisa
Tutoring
I've only had an initial phone call so far but I'm sold. She knows what she's doing and I believe she has my daughter's wellbeing and best interests at heart. She sounds amazing!
Lucy
Tutoring
Such a huge relief to have an actual conversation, with a kind and caring person, who actually wants to help us, as a family, to help our daughter.
Annie wanted to hear what I had to say and why my family had reached the decision we have, to ask for some help.
I was so nervous about speaking about matters that I hold so close to my heart, but Annie immediately put me at ease. I was overwhelmed by her positive attitude and similar feelings, regarding a child's individual learning journey. Remembering, most importantly, that all children are special and they deserve to be listened to and seen!
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Patrice Arthur
Piano Lessons
My son had lessons with Annie during lockdown and he really enjoyed it. I saw improvement in his playing over just a few weeks. Annie is a also motivating teacher and very patient who will go the extra mile to help you perform to your best ability. More...
Joanne wright
Piano Lessons
Absolutely amazing!! Im on the autistic spectrum and annie really understands my needs and she really is just brilliant!! Highly recommend her.
Paulo concieaco
English Lessons
Annie is a lovely lady very professional, understanding I really enjoy learning with her she knows what she's doing and very patient and passionate in what she does thank you Annie 😁
Margaret
Piano Lessons
I have been wanting to learn piano for many years and lockdown provided the perfect opportunity.I found Anne on bark and she replied very quickly. I’m really enjoying my weekly lesson.Anne is very patient and encouraging and obviously very knowledgable. I am so glad to have got to know her through my lessons. More...
Denise Copley
Singing Lessons
Annie is a great teacher. She let’s you learn at your own pace and has endless patience (necessary for me). I highly recommend. Thank you Annie.
Gordon
Piano Lessons
During the lock down, we are looking for an online piano lesson. Annie replyed me very quick and we have been runing online lesson for a few months. Annie is very patient with my son.
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