Private Tutor and Academic Coach
Now preparing Oxbridge interviews and UCAS applications
Latin, Classical Greek, Classical Civilisation, Spanish and French from KS1 to A level, plus academic coaching for students of every age. In person in London and online.
I’m Vera, a Classics and Modern Languages teacher based in London, and I have been tutoring for over ten years. I graduated from University College London (UCL) with First Class Honours in BA Classics and French, and spent a year reading Lettres Classiques at the Sorbonne in Paris. I now teach Classics and Spanish at a leading London GDST school, and act as TA and lecturer on a Master’s programme. I am also completing an official teacher-training Master’s, so my lessons draw on current research into how people learn as well as on years of experience.
My lessons are structured and detail-oriented, adapted to each student’s needs (including SEN). I use summarising, repetition and grammar drills, oral exposition, creative projects, games and flipped learning, supported by digital resources, and I connect what we learn to culture and etymology.
I am an empathetic and patient person who adapts to the needs and pace of each student; at the same time, I am rigorous and firmly committed to maximizing my students' potential, using an approach that seeks to encourage rather than force. I am proud to say that all my students have seen their grades improve, but—more importantly—they have also gained greater self-confidence and developed a passion for the subject.
Hover over a bubble, or tap it, to see levels, what I cover and my background in each subject.
Every lesson is structured, detail-oriented and adapted to each student's needs, including SEN.
Fixed packages of sessions covering your personal statement, drafts with detailed feedback and interview preparation, including Oxbridge. Places are limited ahead of the UCAS deadline.
If you would like to study with me but your financial situation is difficult, please reach out anyway so we can find a solution. I don’t believe money should be an obstacle for motivated and capable students.
My lessons are £55 an hour online and £70 an hour in person. I offer discounts on packs: a 5h in-person pack for £330 and a 10h in-person pack for £630.
That covers the time we spend together plus the time I spend planning material around your goals and needs and marking your work, so we can use our time on the things that will help most. The in-person rate includes my travel costs.
For University Entrance fees, please check the University Entrance section.
If you would like to study with me but your financial situation is difficult, please reach out anyway so we can find a solution. I don’t believe money should be an obstacle for motivated and capable students.
From students, parents and learners. Every one rated me 5 out of 5.
"She helped me pass high school subjects that I had been trying to pass for a long time, such as Spanish, Latin and Greek. Not only that, she also helped me get A/A* in my A levels. There is no better teacher, nor one that I could recommend more than Vera."
Angela, student (Spanish, Latin, Greek and A levels)"She has worked with our children for two years. They have felt very comfortable with their classes and have learned a lot. She has a lot of experience and quickly gains the children's trust."
Maria, parent"Lovely experience with Vera, such great mentor. Not only did she help me improve my writing, but also taught me how to think independently and argue my ideas with flair."
Safi, A-level student"She has been boosting my French skills, starting from 0. She knows what aspects to teach at which pace to make the classes efficient, adapting them to your needs."
Adrian, French learner"Excellent teaching method. Preps before lessons, follows up, very friendly and makes learning interesting and fun."
Hussain, client"She helped me a lot with the language because I improved a lot and she prepared me for the First Certificate."
Rocio, English learner"She is hugely intelligent and is able to explain concepts clearly. Vera helped me a lot while we were at university together, explaining difficult ideas from lectures and helping me with structuring essays."
Saoirse, university studentTeaching, lecturing and education.
Checks: Enhanced DBS, first aid trained.
Languages: Spanish and English (native), French (C1/C2).
References on request.
Teaching experience
2016 - present
Over ten years of tutoring, online and in person, in London and Madrid. Every school and university student I have prepared has passed, improving by at least two points out of ten on their previous grade. I also teach Spanish and French to adults, some of whom have studied with me for over four years. My lessons are structured and detail-oriented, adapted to each student's needs, including SEN, and delivered with enthusiasm for the subject and a friendly approach.
Independent girls' school, London. 2025 - present
Part-time teacher at a leading London school: KS3 Latin and Spanish, and KS4 Spanish and Classical Civilisation. I also teach an after-school GCSE Classical Civilisation programme in partnership with local state schools, and support the department with lesson resources and trips.
ICMP, London. 2026 - present
After delivering guest lectures as the top student of my cohort, I was invited to join as Learning Assistant. I support lecturers across the MA programme, coach students on their projects and deliver occasional lectures.
Other experience
Goldman Sachs, London. 2019
During my degree I interned at Goldman Sachs and, although I earned valuable knowledge, the experience confirmed that my real passion was teaching and the world of academia and research, alongside my interest in music, which I have been doing since graduating.
Education
UNIR, online. 2026 - present
Official Spanish teaching qualification. Expected completion: June 2027. Specialisation: French.
ICMP, London. 2024 - 2025
Distinction (80 overall). Outstanding Student Award.
University College London (UCL). 2016 - 2020
First Class Honours (73 overall). 2020 Dean's List. 2020 Otto Skutsch Prize. Directed Aristophanes' Frogs at the Bloomsbury Theatre.
Université Paris-Sorbonne, Paris. 2018 - 2019
Tell me the subject, level and what you want to achieve, and I will reply to arrange your free intro call.
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