Ansel

Oxford student in Mst Early Modern History

ABOUT ME

I am a first-class St Andrews graduate, the recipient of the Rev David A Murdoch Prize for best performing student in Church History, and current Master's student in Early Modern History at the University of Oxford.
I would be highly keen to tutor high school students in English, History, Theology, Classical Greek, or any other closely related subject.

At school, I was awarded 8 A* and As at GCSE (including best in the cohort for First Language English), and 43/45 for the IB programme with a high 7 for HL English Language and Literature. I am therefore familiar with the syllabi of these exam boards and am well-placed to guide exam skills and techniques. I have maintained first-class marks throughout my time at University, and prepare for and teach a weekly Cantonese class for beginners.

My main academic interests include the history of the British colonial state in Hong Kong and South Africa, and the history of the Church in non-biblical worlds, giving me a broad range of knowledge across the Humanities. I also have a passion for learning languages: I speak fluent German, Dutch, Afrikaans, and Spanish in addition to speaking English, Mandarin, and Cantonese on a native level, while also possessing an extensive knowledge of written Latin and Classical Greek.

MY APPROACH

Effective tutorials are built on strong teacher-student relationships. I aim to be approachable, open, and genuinely curious about my students’ interests, while maintaining high standards and clear goals. By modeling the processes of thinking and writing, I help students develop the skills that lead to strong outcomes.

My focus is on equipping students with the core skills needed to excel in their discipline. For essay-based subjects like History and English, this means:
– constructing clear, evidence-based arguments;
– mastering grammar and syntax;
– using precise and varied vocabulary;
– researching, planning, and writing essays efficiently to achieve high marks.

Parents can expect regular, honest feedback on their child’s progress and timely communication of any concerns.