James 

Education

University of Cambridge, MA, Classics

  • Senior Scholar in Classics 

  • Members’ Classical Latin Translation Prize

Merchant Taylors’ Boys’ School, Crosby

  • A Levels: English Literature (A*), History (A*), Latin (A*), Mathematics (A*)

  • Highly commended in the Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge Essay Competition

Teaching Experience

James is a Classics (Latin, Classical Greek, Ancient History) teacher and assistant housemaster at a leading independent boarding and day school in the United Kindgdom. He has taught at two boarding schools, guiding pupils to success in GCSE, A Level, and IB examinations in the full range of classical subjects. He has also had roles as an EPQ supervisor, Oxbridge preparation tutor, and academic scholar mentor.

James has also worked full time as a private tutor, tutoring across a range of age groups and subjects. His tutees have ranged from beginner to undergraduate level. James’ tutees have benefited from his clear, engaging teaching style, excellent preparation, and responsiveness to individual needs. He draws on a wealth of classroom and tutoring experience to ensure rapid, sustainable progress and builds students’ confidence by fostering a supportive, tailored learning environment.

Specialisms

Independent Schools Admissions

  • 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+

Subjects

  • English (7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, Common Entrance, GCSE, A Level)

  • Mathematics (7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, Common Entrance, GCSE)

  • Latin (Common Entrance, GCSE, IB, A-Level, Undergraduate)

  • Classical Greek (Common Entrance, GCSE, IB, A-Level, Undergraduate)

  • Ancient History (GCSE, A-Level, Undergraduate)

  • History (GCSE, A Level)

  • EPQ and extended essay support

Mentoring

James offers academic and cultural mentoring to students of all ages. He has experience nurturing the interests of and creating tailored reading lists and learning programmes for academic scholars.

University Admissions

Oxford and Cambridge Classics and Ancient History Admissions and Interview Preparation

UCAS Personal Statement Support (James has experience in Classics, Ancient History and Archaeology, English, Geography, History, and Politics, Philosophy, and Economics)

Extra-curricular interests

Outside of teaching, James enjoys playing the piano and violin, singing in choirs, and learning German. Whilst at Cambridge, he served as Deputy Editor of the student papers The Cambridge Student and The Porter’s Log. He has a keen interest in the arts and regularly attends galleries, plays, recitals, and operas. An active individual, he also enjoys hiking and playing cricket. He is deeply involved in school life, coaching sports teams and supporting student debating. 

Availability 

James is available for online tuition.