At Hicks Home Learning, I provide high-impact English tuition for GCSE students studying the AQA specification. Whether your school is aiming to raise attainment, reduce teacher workload, or deliver targeted intervention, I offer responsive, skilled teaching that gets results, without the inflexibility or impersonal feel of large tutoring companies.
With over eleven years of experience, including leadership roles in Kent secondary schools, I bring subject expertise, a strong record of exceeding expectations, and the ability to build trust and motivation in every student I teach.
✨ “Her track record of outstanding GCSE results speaks volumes; Jo consistently helps students reach their full potential, often exceeding expectations.” ✨
— Mrs Silvester, Assistant Headteacher and English Teacher. See Testimonials
Teaching strengths
Track record of success
Tailored support, not a generic package
Lessons are designed to meet your school’s specific needs, from curriculum planning to catch up and exam intervention. Agency tutors often follow one size fits all formats.
Direct communication, not a case manager
You will deal directly with the person delivering the tuition. This improves efficiency, trust, and responsiveness.
Local and reliable, not remote and rotating
I have taught in Kent schools for over a decade. Your pupils will see the same face each week, and your staff will know who to contact.
Cost effective quality
There are no agency markups, recruitment fees, or platform costs. You receive consistent, high quality tuition at excellent value.
✨ “Jo's exam classes exceed expectations, with pupils achieving grades that outperform pupils in sets above.” ✨
— Miss Donkin, Head of Department for English. See Testimonials
I charge a flat rate of £50 per hour, with no hidden fees or complex packages.
Travel is included for most schools in the Medway, Gravesham or Swale area. Additional travel may be charged for schools further afield.
“Jo has a great track record of helping pupils to make impressive progress in English. She is incredibly passionate about the subject, and this always inspires the pupils she teaches across all year groups. Jo is also highly motivated to make sure all pupils that she works with succeed, and always ensures that they know she has a genuine interest in them and their progress. This leads to her having excellent relationships with pupils, and as a result of this she has a proven track record of impressive results with her GCSE classes, including resit groups, and progress with Key Stage 3 pupils.”
Miss Eastman, Assistant Headteacher and Head of Department for English.
✨ "She has a proven track record of impressive results with her GCSE classes, including resit groups." ✨
— Miss Donkin, Head of Department for English. See Testimonials
You are welcome to get in touch by WhatsApp, phone, or email — whichever works best for you. I will get back to you as soon as possible.
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