Online Religious Studies Tutor Alanna
Alanna
Theology and Religious Studies MPhil
$104/hr
Highly experienced teacher of RS, Philosophy, Critical Thinking and EPQ with many years' experience of mentoring students through their studies and university applications. My aim is to build my students' confidence so that they can really start to enjoy their work.
Alanna5.073 classes
Cambridge University - Theology and Religious Studies - MPhil
Highly experienced teacher of RS, Philosophy, Critical Thinking and EPQ with many years' experience of mentoring students through their studies and university applications. My aim is to build my students' confidence so that they can really start to enjoy their work.
| Recent Students: 8 |
| Total Hours: 68 |
| Last Online: |
| All-time Students: 12 |
| Total Classes: 73 |
| Signed Up: |
| Recent Students: 8 | Total Hours: 68 | Last Online: |
| All-time Students: 12 | Total Classes: 73 | Signed Up: |
About Me
I started my career working in the media, which sounds exciting but really felt like 'work' to me, and office hours used to drag. When I moved into teaching in my late twenties, I realised I'd never be bored at work again: engaging with students, watching them grow in confidence and sharing knowledge never feels like work to me. I love the 'lightbulb moment' when a student gets a concept for the first time. My teaching role is 50% academic and 50% pastoral, with an emphasis on inclusion and wellbeing, and I strongly believe that having the right support in place underpins academic progress and success.
I live by the coast, and I'm one of those 'mad' (at least, that's what I get called a lot!) people who love cold water swimming all year round. I'm also a keen baker and cook, and can't resist a new cookbook!
Tutor Experience
I have nineteen years of experience as a subject specialist and A Level examiner in Philosophy, Religious Studies, Critical Thinking and EPQ teacher in elite independent schools, including Marlborough College, Benenden School and The King's School, Canterbury. I have tutored students in all A Level RS specifications. My specialism is improving essay technique and building academic confidence.
I currently work as Head of Y11 at an online school which specialises in supporting students with SEND and mental health issues. I work regularly with neurodivergent students and am skilled at understanding and delivering strategies to support learning needs.
I have created my own mnemonics to support essay technique, and these have been featured in the Reflective Project for the IB CP: Skills for Success book.
I have held posts including Head of Oxbridge applications, Head of Extended Project Qualification and head of co-curricular debating and have extensive experience of preparing candidates for Oxbridge interviews and mentoring UCAS applications more widely. I have also assisted numerous students with LNAT, BMAT (Section 1) and TSA (verbal reasoning) admissions tests. I regularly interview prospective candidates for sixth form entry.
My tutoring ethos is based around my belief that a happy young person will be a successful learner. I aspire for my classroom – whether real or virtual – to be a place where every student feels supported, encouraged and challenged in equal measure. I work hard to get to know my students and their learning styles well in order to provide a tailored, effective programme of study that meets their individual needs. I am a trained educational and wellbeing coach, ans well and a mental health first aider, and routinely use coaching skills in sessions to unlock students’ natural abilities, boost motivation and bolster confidence.
Topic Expertise
A Level: Philosophy of religion, Ethics, New Testament, Developments in Christian Thought (all exam boards)
Philosophy: Epistemology, moral philosophy, metaphysics of God
GCSE Religious Studies: all exam boards. Christianity, Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Islam.
EPQ: essay, artefact and performance. Edexcel and AQA
Thinking Skills: verbal reasoning (Cambridge board and general)
Oxbridge preparation
UCAS assistance
Client Reviews
Very impressive class! My son was very happy and is looking forward to the next one.
Markus - Religious Studies
Alanna has been incredibly helpful in supporting our daughter to think about how to construct her personal statement.
Hannah - UCAS
Fabulous teaching as always
Kathryn - Philosophy
As always very useful. Alanna is a fabulous tutor
Kathryn - Philosophy
Thank you, Alanna:)
Mosammat - Critical Thinking
Testimonials
Alanna was a fabulous tutor: really knowledgeable with excellent resources which helped my son to be confident to undertake a new a level in a couple of months which is no mean feat. Always quick to respond and be flexible around my son’s mad schedule. Thanks so much!
Tutoring Subjects
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Qualifications
BA Theology and Religious Studies, Cambridge University (First-class honours with distinction)
MPhil Theology, Cambridge University
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