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For IGCSE First Language English 0500/0990

Starting on 23rd February until 22nd April, two live lessons a week plus a weekly practice task. Study with an experienced IGCSE teacher and examiner to boost your grades!

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September 2, 2025 (6+ months)
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September 3, 2025 (6+ months)
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February 23, 2026 (9 weeks)
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This Narrative Writing unit is a masterclass in crafting compelling stories, perfectly tailored to the IGCSE First Language English syllabus. Each lesson builds purposefully on the last, guiding students from genre exploration to polished exam-ready narratives with clarity, creativity, and confidence. This unit doesn’t just teach students how to write stories – it teaches them how to think like writers. The balance of creativity, technique, and exam strategy is exceptional. Whether students are aiming for top marks or simply want to enjoy the craft of storytelling, this unit delivers. Highly recommended!

johnchuah007, Narrative Writing Unit

Mrs. O’Rourke’s lessons provide exceptional support for IB English students like myself, deepening our analytical skills and refining our writing to the IB standard.

Her feedback builds both confidence and improve our skills, I walked into exams prepared, all thanks to Mrs. O’Rourke’s teaching style.

Any English student, whether struggling or aiming for top marks, would benefit from her classes. 

Valeria, Year 13 IB student, Beijing

Teaching is tailored to what is expected of us in the mark scheme for the highest marks and excellent feedback.
Great and lively teacher as well!
These sessions are great for anyone aiming to score the highest of marks in the final exam.

Mishael, Year 11 IGCSE student, United Kingdom
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My name is Sarah and I've been teaching for 12 years, working in the UK and China.

Working as a teacher, tutor and examiner has given me a unique insight into finding ways to help students achieve their goals, whether that's for IGCSE or IB English.

I'm passionate about making educational resources that can help both students and teachers in the classroom.

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