English and the Humanities

English for Me

Tailor made courses for 16-18 year olds thinking of studying the subject at University. Bespoke advice on literary analysis, essay writing, wider reading, and critical methods for appreciating drama and film. Individual tutorials or small classes of three to five.

Culture for Me

The National Curriculum is frequently criticised for narrowness. Winchester College still offers Div: the Good Schools Guide commented: ‘It is the College’s enlightened commitment to the enduring principles of a “traditional” liberal education, as embodied by Div, that parents, dons and boys value the most’.

Consultations

Interviews

Mock interview (11, 13, 16 and 18+), followed by a written report on the interview, including advice on improving confidence and expression.

Second Opinions

Hints and guidance on personal projects and written submissions of every kind.

Personal Assessment

Lacking confidence? Disappointed by current achievement? Can’t decide what to study? Tim’s father when headmaster interviewed every Year 11 pupil personally about their progress and ambitions. Tim draws on a quarter of a century of his own interviews with over 3,500 pupils and uses a unique assessment method to offer advice to pupils and parents.