Why September Is the Right Time to Start English Literature Tuition
Carón Drake · 22 August 2026
Why beginning GCSE or IGCSE English Literature tuition in September, rather than before exams, gives students time to think — not just revise.
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Thinking about English Literature, analytical writing and the way students learn
Insights is a collection of articles for parents and students exploring some of the ideas that shape my teaching — reading attentively, interpreting independently, analysing writers' choices, constructing arguments and writing with clarity and precision. Articles will also consider wider questions in English education, including the thoughtful use of artificial intelligence.
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Published articles will appear here as they are added, each with its own permanent page accessible from the Insights menu.
GCSE and IGCSE English Literature: what's actually different
Carón Drake · 22 August 2026
How GCSE and IGCSE English Literature differ, and what it means for tuition — for UK, European and international school students alike.
AI and English Literature: using it without letting it think for you
Carón Drake · 22 August 2026
How students can use AI thoughtfully in English Literature study — as a tool to interrogate, not a substitute for reading, thinking and writing.