IGCSE & A Level English Language and Literature Tutor

Cambridge IGCSE / AS & A-Level • IEB • IB Diploma Programme | English Home and Second Language

Neil is a passionate and engaging IGCSE A levels English Language and Literature tutor with over 32 years of international teaching experience across South Africa, Eswatini, the United Kingdom, the UAE, Malaysia, and Kenya. He holds an Honours degree in Educational Drama and a Postgraduate Certificate in Education from the University of Cape Town.

Neil’s teaching blends creativity, structure, and empathy — a combination that helps students find their unique voice in both academic and creative writing. He has successfully guided learners through the Cambridge IGCSE, AS, and A Levels, as well as IEB curriculum, fostering confidence, analytical skills, and a genuine appreciation for language and literature. His experience marking Cambridge IGCSE English exams gives him a valuable understanding of assessment standards and exam strategies, which he integrates effectively into his lessons to support student success.

In addition, he has taught IB Theatre Arts and supervised IB Extended Essays, demonstrating his versatility and deep understanding of international education frameworks. With a strong foundation in Drama and the Creative Arts, Neil brings storytelling, discussion, and imagination into his English lessons, cultivating an interactive and supportive learning environment. His students describe him as friendly, enthusiastic, and genuinely invested in their growth.

📚Subjects and Levels Taught

IGCSE English Language & Literature (Core & Extended)

Cambridge AS & A-Level English Language & Literature

Exam-focused: past papers, mark-scheme strategies, command-term mastery

IB Diploma Programme

• Studies in Language & Literature (SL & HL)
• English Language & Literature (SL & HL)
• Extended Essay (EE) guidance in English & Literature
• IB Theatre Arts (DP, HL)

IEB / CAPS English Home Language

English First Additional Language / Second Language

Literature & Comparative Studies

Academic writing, research skills, and creative writing

⭐Skills & Specialisations

• Academic essay writing, research, and exam technique
• Creative writing: short stories, poetry, scriptwriting
• Public speaking & presentation skills
• Literature analysis and comparative studies

📝Exam Preparation & Support

• Cambridge IGCSE English (Home & First Additional Language)
• Cambridge AS & A-Level English Language & Literature
• IEB English exams and FET Phase assessments
• IB Diploma assessments, Internal Assessments (IA), and Extended Essay (EE)

🎓 Studies and Qualifications

• University of Cape Town (UCT) BA (Bachelor of Arts) – Majors: English and Drama
• Higher Diploma in Education (Postgraduate) – Secondary Level Teaching Qualification
• BA Honours (Educational Drama) – Specialisation in Creative Arts Education