Ella

Education 

Drama Studio London, M.A, Professional Acting (2024-2025) 

  • Achieved 1st class grades in written and performance assessments. 

University of Cambridge, Wolfson College, B.A, Theology, Religion and Philosophy of Religion. (2021-2024) 

  • Achieved starred 1st in final year dissertation.

  • Highest mark in cohort for ‘Theology and Literature’ modules 

  • Member of Cambridge Footlights

Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, Diploma Foundation in Acting (2019-2020)

Godolphin and Latymer School (2017-2019)

  • English Literature (A*) Politics (A*) Religious Studies (A*) EPQ on Islamic Theology (A*) (in person pre-covid examinations) 

  • Philosophy Scholar 

  • Editor of school Philosophy magazine 

Downe House (2011-2017)

National Youth Theatre membership training (2016) 

Bute House (2005-2011)

Teaching Experience 

Ella began her tutoring career in 2020 and has since developed a breadth of experience rooted in over four years of dedicated teaching. She is particularly skilled at cultivating intellectual independence and helping students develop a confident command of their learning. Her extensive work with students with special educational needs has deepened her sensitivity to diverse cognitive and communicative styles, enabling her to ignite curiosity and academic engagement across a wide range of learners.

Warm, nurturing, and engaging, Ella brings a wealth of experience across a diverse academic spectrum, from 11+ preparation to advanced university-level coursework. At GCSE and A level, she takes particular pleasure in guiding students as they unlock the intricacies of literary analysis, often in transformative and unexpected ways. Her approach is notably holistic, Ella goes beyond the confines of examination syllabi, fostering in her students not only subject mastery but also effective study strategies, intrinsic motivation, and lasting academic confidence.

Ella has also played a key role in supporting students through competitive university admissions, offering incisive feedback on personal statements and tailored mentorship that has helped secure offers from Oxford, Cambridge, and other leading Russell Group institutions.

Specialisms 

Subjects

  • English (7+, 8+, 11+, ISEB GCSE Literature and Language, A-Level Literature, IB)

  • Drama (GCSE, A-level, LAMDA Exams) 

  • Politics (GCSE, A-Level, IB) 

  • Philosophy (GCSE and A-Level, IB, BA)

  • Religious Studies (GCSE, A-Level, in Christianity, Buddhism, Hinduism and Islam)

  • Theology (BA) 

University admissions 

  • Oxbridge Theology Interview Preparation

  • UCAS English Personal Statement Support 

  • UCAS Philosophy Personal Statement Support 

  • UCAS Theology Personal Statement Support

  • Drama School Personal Statements, Mentoring and Audition Support. 

Ella also offers academic mentoring for students with ADHD and dyslexia.

Extra-Curricular Interests 

Ella is embarking on her career as a professional actor. A former member of the Cambridge Footlights, she has a particular passion for writing comedy scripts alongside her work on stage. Beyond theatre she enjoys canoe tripping through the Canadian wilderness, singing with her ukulele and watching live music.

Availability

Ella is available for in-person tutoring in London and online.