About

Billy is a professional tutor of English Literature and Language, and a PhD candidate researching Education at the University of Cambridge. His speciality is supporting students on their Russell Group admissions journey through GCSE, A-Levels and admissions tuition, particularly pupils with recently diagnosed SEN. Billy's MA and PGDE are from UCL and he is an examiner of GCSE English Language through AQA.

Currently taking bookings by phone and email:

billy_bradley@icloud.com

07926564829

Billy is a professional, qualified teacher of English and school leader with six years of experience. Working as Reading Lead at Ark Pioneer, an 'Outstanding' school, he gained expertise in teaching reading and literacy for weaker readers. OFSTED endorsed Billy's work in their report that reading was 'taught by experts' - staff Billy had coached for the year prior to the inspection. While working as an English Teacher during his Teach First training placement, he launched a programme for A-Level students to gain admission to Russell Group universities by enriching their personal statements with authentic reading experiences. Prior to becoming a teacher, Billy graduated with a Masters degree in English Literature from UCL and a first class undergraduate degree in English and Comparative Literature from Warwick.

Teaching Approach

Billy unlocks university level thinking for his students. He encourages young people to become independent and self-efficacious learners by adopting a constantly questioning approach in preparation for the challenges of their assessments and afterwards. By providing consistent, clear and encouraging feedback in conversation and in writing, Billy helps young people develop the self-aware and reflexive outlook possessed by great readers and great writers. He provides interactive feedback using innovative approaches such as shared Google Docs and Padlet during his online lessons.