Online English Tutor Daniel

• Tutoring – 7+, 11+, 13+: English, Reasoning
• Tutoring – GCSE English Language & Literature
• Tutoring – A/AS-Level English Language & Literature
• Tutoring – Schools and Higher Interview Skills and Personal Statements
• Tutoring – SATS: English, Reading, Writing
• Tutoring – Creative Writing, All ages
• Tutoring – Confidence and Public Speaking, All ages
• Tutoring – Business English: Beginner to Advanced
• Speaker on Excellence, Presentation and Confidence in Business
• 9 years full-time professional private tutoring in London & Sydney, with online students also in Beijing, Shenzhen, Dubai, Lahore, Shanghai, New York, Los Angeles, Washington, Moscow, Rome, Paris and Zurich.
• 4,000+ hours of online tutoring
• 3,000+ hours of in-person tutoring

PLEASE SEE SELECTION OF VERIFIED REVIEWS AND TESTIMONIALS BELOW: VERY MANY SATISFIED AND SUCCESSFUL STUDENTS! :)

7+, 11+ , 13+, GCSEs, Interviews, Admissions

11+ has become a crucial milestone in the school system but presents tough obstacles too. Competition is hot for the best schools, and dedicated home tuition often brings great results. I always work in tandem with what my students are learning at school. It can be invaluable for them to focus on problem areas and hone their sharp edges too.

I have had exceptional success with getting students into all the top London schools, often with multiple offers. My approach includes mock exams near exam time and interview practice in just the right amount so as not to appear too rehearsed!

GCSEs

Similarly, the GCSE landscape is as tricky as ever. Several boards have changed their curriculum in recent years, some more than once, and there are new grade structures to deal with as well as greater competition than ever to filter students up towards the right A-levels and choice of university access.

I work with students to cover all aspects of their course material with many specific exam techniques that ensure maximum performance at the critical time. The English exams are a combination of obstacle course and writing race, and, truer than ever, every little helps.

WRITING

All kinds of writing covered - academic, business, and personal.

If creative writing is your aim, we can focus on that. I can share with you top tips and techniques from twenty years of professional and creative writing experience, and the difficulties - and solutions thereof! - of getting what’s in our head (and heart) onto the page.

And if you just need to get ahead in class or in the office, or to face down any demons you may have, then we can do that. English is nothing to be afraid of, and it has a great deal to celebrate.

STUDY:LIFE

I specialise in helping my students prioritise what to focus on and to see improvement quickly. I often receive feedback saying how I have motivated students to feel more positive about learning, which is a lovely compliment.

As a writer, I have five books published and a regular series of newspaper columns. For a number of years, I was the director of a small publishing company based in London.

This means I have a lot of practical experience on both sides of producing and appreciating texts. This understanding is core to my teaching and lets me help you to engage with English in a more rounded and useful way.

We will take time at the beginning to carefully evaluate your needs and to decide exactly on the best course for you to take.

INTERVIEWS & PUBLIC SPEAKING

Published in a revised, post-Covid edition in 2022, my book Interview Superpower is available from all online stores, and is packed with easy-to-read tips to make your interview process positive, successful, and even fun.

As a trained interviewer I conducted hundreds of interviews in a corporate setting as well as reviewed thousands of CVs. As a tutor, I help students and adults alike to pinpoint what to focus on in their interviews and to practice and feel confident for the big day. I can also show you how to craft ace personal statements, and introduction and query letters.

I specialise too in teaching public speaking and presentation, helping you to get up in front of other people to deliver with self-assurance and poise, and even to enjoy it!

*** TESTIMONIALS AND VERIFIED CLIENT REVIEWS ***

All 5-Star Reviews (many more available on request)

Katerina
English Student
GCSE We only found Daniel some 6 weeks before my daughter’s English Language and Literature GCSEs and I can honestly say that, even in that short time, he managed to stretch her and improve her skills and give her confidence in her ability. This was evidenced by the improvement in her grades which she received from her school teachers for practice assignments. He is personable, with a good sense of humour and a pleasure to liaise with for bookings etc.
Subject : English
Outcome : He definitely added value and I would thoroughly recommend him.

Susan
English Student
Excellent tutor Daniel worked with my 14 year old son Louie on public speaking. Louie is autistic and very shy so finding out he had to engage in public speaking as part of his GCSE courses was causing some anxiety! Daniel gave Louie practical advice and breathing exercises and tips on how to hold himself physically all of which have made a huge difference. He is also managed to boost his confidence considerably.
Subject : Public Speaking
Outcome : Much improved performance!

Manisha
English Student
Excellent teacher for the right technique for 11+ entrance tests Daniel is a lovely teacher who really works with the child and brings out the best in him by encouraging and teaching the right techniques! My son loved his teacher & he would openly discuss his creative ideas with Daniel who helped him to funnel it down with the right strategy . 11+ preparation needs to be focused and that’s what he helped my son with . We focused on creative writing skills & the comprehension techniques! His guidance really helped & my son got offers from 3 top independent schools ! We are very happy & proud to have given him the right support at the right time .
Subject : 11+ School Exam Preparation
Outcome : 3 offers in hand ! We chose Haberdashers Boys for our son as it was our no. 1 option; we got it . Thank you Daniel.

Amine
English Student
Great tuition and results Daniel has done a great job in bringing our son up to speed in English as we came back from another country. Our son very much enjoyed each lesson and we’ve seen very quick tangible progress in just 3 months leading to the admission of our first school choice. We highly recommend, Many thanks Daniel!
Subject : 11+ School Exam Preparation
Outcome : Dulwich College year 7 admission

Gulnara
English Student
Excellent English Tutor! Daniel has been working with my son over the past year. English was my son’s weakest subject yet with Daniel’s help, my son’s English has improved greatly. In his ISEB my son tested the highest in English and VR. Daniel is very patient, he adjusts to various learning styles, ensures steady progress. He has helped my son to overcome his fear of creative writing, encouraged him to read (by providing a very wide range of books to explore), taught him exam techniques. Overall-great experience and great outcome! Daniel is now tutoring my daughter for her upcoming 11+
Outcome : Acceptance to Harrow

Olumide
English Student
Daniel is a very good and patient tutor. I will be too glad recommend him.
Subject : English

Melissa
English Student
Excellent tutor Daniel is an excellent English tutor. He is experienced, professional, together with a very encouraging and pleasant teaching style for children. He built the rapport with my son very quickly, who enjoyed every lesson with him.
Subject : 11+ School Exam Preparation
Outcome : Received an unconditional offer from one of the most competitive schools in London.
English Student
Fantastic and inspiring My daughter has thoroughly enjoyed her sessions with Daniel. Daniel is a fantastic and inspiring English tutor. He has an amazing wealth of knowledge in so many aspects of 11+.
Subject : 11+ School Exam Preparation
Outcome : Passed 11+ with flying colours

Dee
English Student
11 Plus Daniel is a fantastic tutor. Our son had a few lessons in English for 11+ but primarily helped our son with interviews/scholarship interview techniques. Daniel is thorough, and well prepared. Our son is quite reserved by nature and expressing his thoughts is quite challenging. Daniel with sensitivity, empathy and insight was able to read and understand our son very well, communicate effectively and reach out to him in a way he was willing to trust. As a result they listened and shared without inhibitions. He worked together with him, built his confidence and brought out the very best in him. It is very rewarding for a parent to watch your child’s self-belief grow after every lesson. Its not just all the top schools he got admitted or the interviews that he aced, today when we hear our reserved son talk to strangers with confidence and sureity, the rewards are simply outstanding! Outcome : Confident and improved communication
English Student
A brilliant teacher Daniel is a cut above other tutors we’ve met. He approaches his pupil with maturity, respect and great care. The thought and preparation he puts in to the lessons is impressive and we have seen a real improvement in our child’s ability and confidence since they’ve been working together.
Subject : 11+ School Exam Preparation
Outcome : Improvement all round

Michelle
English Student
Excellent Interview Practice Daniel helped my son prepare for the Merchant Taylor School interview. I was hugely impressed by how he brought out the best in him and made him really shine. Daniel is extremely experienced and knows what the schools are looking for.
Outcome : Successful in winning a place at the next round.

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English Student
Very enjoyable lessons Had some really good sessions with Daniel prior to my wedding and a few work events. He’s got a skill at getting the best out of people and getting them to reach major milestones in their development. Highly recommended.
Subject : Public Speaking
Outcome : A successful wedding speech and radio interview

Roua
English Student
11+ Daniel has been fantastic in preparing our son for the 11+ Entrance Exams. He is professional and has an immense knowledge of the requirements for the 11+ exams. Our son has become much more confident and always looks forward to lessons with Daniel.
Subject : 11+ School Exam Preparation
Outcome : My son is more confident and loves English now

James
English Student
Excellent English Tutor Daniel was kind, encouraging and definitely boosted our son’s confidence in tackling writing tasks. Our son looked forward to the lessons. Daniel improved our son’s appreciation of different writing styles, equipped him with techniques and increased his enjoyment of writing overall.
Subject : English
Outcome : More confidence and 11+ success

Samantha
English Student
Review Daniel tutored our son for a GCSE English Language resit and he was wonderful and the end result was a mark two grades above his original grade! Thank you.
Subject : English
Outcome : Grade risen

Aisha
English Student
Tutor to the rescue With just 6 months of tutoring my son achieved an A grade in GCSE English. Leading 6 months to the exams we were told by my son’s independent school that he does not stand a chance of passing English Language. Daniel came to the rescue and I can’t ever thank him enough. We were desperate for a pass. Never thought he would walk away with an A grade. You are a star! Thank you
Subject : English
Outcome : A in English Lanuage

Vladimir
English Student
Excellent Teacher I approached Daniel to assist me in preparing for the English Language and English Literature GCSE’s. We started by working on developing the complexity of my essays, on increasing fluency and grammatical accuracy in writing as well as looking at model examples from newspapers. During the exercise, Daniel used his guided teaching style to pinpoint my mistakes and provided insightful advice and helpful exercises. This helped bring my writing to a new level by developing my weaknesses and expanding on my strengths. Closer to the actual exam we worked together on practising essays, exam technique and comprehensions. I also sent a myriad of essays to Daniel to mark, all of which he provided with detailed, constructive criticism and commentary. I also feel its important to mention that Daniel helped me write a personal statement and prepare for an interview for an application to City of London school, which was a success. All in all, despite the fact that we had relatively few lessons together, I feel that they really did count and where absolutely instrumental in my progress from a 6 in English Language in the mock to a 9 in the GCSE. Subject : English
Outcome : 9 in the English Language and 7 in English Literature

Linda
English Student
A really helpful and nice teacher! Daniel’s lessons have always been very helpful and interesting. They have improved my writing and other English skills significantly. I really enjoyed the lessons.
Subject : English
Outcome : I feel more confident in English, especially writing.

Aisha
English Student
Best tutor ever It has been a great pleasure having Daniel as my son’s English tutor. My son really struggled with his writing and it was one of the subjects he detested. Thankfully we found Daniel at the right time. He has not only been a tutor but a great mentor as well. He helped him build his confidence, motivate him and been inspirational. I have seen his writing improve significantly. We wish we had found him sooner. Will be in touch again for my younger son’s English GCSEs soon.
Subject : English
Outcome : More confident! Waiting for GCSE results

Juliet
English Student
Excellent Daniel has been an excellent tutor for R. R, though academically bright, was not ready for his imminent GCSE English exam and was underperforming at school in the subject. Daniel came in just a few weeks before the exam and gave R some strong support in firming up his exam techniques, working from R’s strengths to maximise his confidence and to improve his purchase on the subject. R found him very helpful, and well qualified to tutor him at GCSE level in the areas where he most needed guidance and advice. R went in to his exam greatly boosted by Daniel’s teaching - and we are very grateful to him for his sensitive, informed and robust approach.
Subject : English
Outcome : Exam result not yet known, but we feel Daniel has significantly improved R’s chances of doing well in his English GCSE.

Satyen
English Student
Excellent, insightful tutor Daniel is a superb, thoughtful and insightful tutor who helped our son with his English in prep for major exams. Daniel established a great rapport with our son and was able to push him when necessary but ease off at the right time to make sure he wasn’t losing confidence. We can’t recommend him highly enough.
Subject : English
Outcome : Significant improvement and success at top London schools

Rebecca
English Student
Excellent tutor Daniel is an excellent tutor. He has been providing lessons for my son for almost two years and it made a tremendous difference in my son’s writing skills and interest in the subject. And As a result my son’s English and Media grades have improved. Daniel also goes the extra mile by recommending good reading books and advices on presentation skills and has also recommended events my son can go to to enhance his interestand talent. I recommend Daniel as a tutor highly
Subject : English
Outcome : English and Media grades have improved

Jarema
English Student
A Man of Distinction A person, a teacher and a professional of true excellence. It’s a sheer delight to meet Daniel and even more to work with him or have the privilege to be tutored by him. One of a kind.
Subject : Creative writing
Outcome : All Accomplished

Belinder
English Student
My Summer Angel! JIa has just finished year 8, and all Texas results were adequate, but a real noticeable weakness from all subjects- she wasn’t able to articulate her point well enough. Daniel is a fantastic teacher, we have read a book a week and he has discussed current affairs and different types of writing. I only wanted him over the summer, and that was absolutely fine, and the best thing for me is Jia is going into year 9 motivated, developed and suddenly loves english.
Subject : English
Outcome : summer mission accomplished

Belyse
English Student
The best Daniel, I just would like to say that you are the best. You did a great job with me and I am so happy and grateful. I feel more confident and I have passed my exam. many thanks. Belyse
Subject : English
Outcome : Grazie