S4 & S5 – Group English Coursework Classes
This course is an eight-lesson, two week programme for a maximum of 12 students who want to:
- achieve results in English National 5 and Higher coursework
and
- write personal essays more effectively.
Why Study This Course?
30% of the final grade in English is coursework. The essay can be completed before school starts meaning when others are panicking before prelims, you can enjoy peace of mind. This course assists with the personal essay.
Key Outcomes
- Understand the requirements of the coursework
- Methodically design and write a personal essay
- Use feedback to improve the essay
Summary:
Week One (26th – 29th July)
- Study exemplary essays
- Choose a topic
- Plan the essay
Week Two (2nd – 5th Aug)
- Write the essay
- Use feedback to improve the essay
- Review each other’s essays.
£100.00
Key Course Information
Course Start Date
26th July 2021
Lesson Time
Mon-Thurs 4.30 – 5.30pm
Course Duration
8 x 55 Minute Lessons
Course Price
£12.50 per Lesson.
£100 for Full Block (8 Lessons).
Modules
English Coursework
- Personal Portfolio Essay
Why Take S5 Group English Classes
Give your child the upper hand
Maximise your Marks
Understand the Higher English scoring system and how to maximise your marks
Improve Critical Essay Skills
Improve and practise critical essay skills
Understand Close Reading
Develop comprehensive knowledge of RUAE question types.
Chris
Maths | English | Study Skills
Chris established Learning Better in 2017 to offer a new dimension to the education sector. Within the Learning Better team, Chris leads on tutoring maths, English and study skills. His expertise lies in implementing goal oriented personal development.
Chris studied at the University of Edinburgh before qualifying as a teacher of maths with a Post Graduate Diploma in Education from the University of Birmingham. Chris taught English around the world, most recently for the British Council in Hong Kong where he pioneered work on independent learning.

1-1 Tutoring
Learn on a one-to-one basis for the highest level of support and the fastest improvements. Every lesson is customised around the student’s individual needs.
Our teachers are experienced, qualified and include authors, SQA markers, department heads and subject leaders.
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Up Next: S4 Maths Applications
Our next block, will focus on the third topic of National 5 maths, applications, equipping students with the knowledge and skills to study maths effectively and succeed.