Ben S

I am a certified teacher with over 15 years of international teaching and tutoring experience. I teach iGCSE and IB English Language and Literature, as well as English B, TOK, and Philosophy. My strong background in Philosophy, with a BA and MA in the subject, enhances my teaching in these areas, going beyond the curriculum to share meaningful applications and connections, and helping students see the relevance of their studies. I specialise in academic writing, providing expert guidance to help students improve their Internal Assessments and Extended Essays, achieving better outcomes and greater confidence in their work.

"Ben was great, for the first time in english language and literature I felt like I was heard and he gave me the faith that I needed in myself to go and pull off a high grade in english. Ben is able to assess what you need and provide you exactly with that. He has definitely helped me in understanding how to properly approach and analyze texts for both IB English language and lit paper 1 and paper 2."

“Ben was very helpful, and helped to understand literary works better.” IB Student

Following my undergraduate studies in English and Philosophy, I pursued a MA in Philosophy and a Postgraduate Certificate in Secondary Teaching. I then went on to complete a PhD in Education with a focus on English for Academic Purposes, which has provided me with unique insights and skills to teach students how to effectively communicate their ideas. Over my career I have consistently helped my students to excel in their studies and fully satisfy iGCSE and IB assessment criteria. I am known for my deep command of my subject areas and ability to build a strong rapport with my students, inspiring in them a deep engagement with their learning.