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02/09/2026

Lots of GCSE English students think that spotting devices like metaphors, similes, personification or labelling words as a verb, adjective, noun is going to help them get high marks in English.

In reality, the analysis is more important - how you explain writers' language choices.

That's why I teach my students to stop feature spotting and start analysing. This is what examiners really reward.

If you want higher grades in GCSE English, you need to perfect this skill.

If you would like to perfect your approach to language analysis, my first session is Wednesday 2nd September, 7pm in the GCSE English Coaching Hub

https://www.skool.com/gcse-english-support-programme-9246/about?ref=850715937d6f4c5d9ee75608a4352db9

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02/09/2026

FIRST LIVE LESSON TONIGHT 7PM

If you are a parent thinking about revision for GCSE English, the GCSE English Coaching Hub can help you out.

I am a qualified English teacher, examiner and tutor and have created a community that is much more accessible that traditional 121 tuition.

The Hub includes:
-weekly live lessons (English language and English literature)
-lessons recorded for revision purposes
-expert examiner advice and feedback
-practice exam questions and workbooks
Plus lots of other bonus sessions.
To join, go to my bio.

The price is set at £12.50 (although the platform charges in dollars) until Thursday only. If you join at this price, it will stay this price as long as you are a member.

https://www.skool.com/gcse-english-support-programme-9246/about?ref=850715937d6f4c5d9ee75608a4352db9

30/08/2026

If you can spot similes, metaphors and personification - great! But, unless you are able to analyse them, your marks for GCSE English language won't improve.

I teach students to UNDERSTAND how these devices work. Because, when you know how they work, you learn to analyse and explain the writer's intentions.

Tenor, vehicle and grounds are key to understand. But lots of practice is needed too.

The first half-term worth of GCSE English language lessons is dedicated to this. Plus, understanding this will improve your GCSE English literature skills too.

To join the waitlist, see the link below.

Not long now until we open.

The introductory price will onmy be available for 48 hours after we open.

https://stan.store/englishwithleonie/p/early-access-list-to-the-gcse-english-coaching-hub

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Questions you may have about my AQA GCSE English Language November Resit GroupYou may have seen that I am offering an in...
30/08/2026

Questions you may have about my AQA GCSE English Language November Resit Group

You may have seen that I am offering an intensive course for students who will be resitting AQA GCSE English language in November.
This is for students who came out with a grade 3 but were close to getting a grade 4.
2 weekly sessions, 2 night-before exam boosters, marked work, access to the GCSE English Coaching Hub.
If you would like to secure a place, send me a message or comment RESIT for more info.
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29/08/2026

Did your child just miss out on a Grade 4 in GCSE English language? Are they hoping to resit in November?

If they're sitting the AQA GCSE English Language November resit, I've created a new 8-week intensive English resit programme specifically for students who were close to passing and want to get English out of the way so they can focus on college, sixth form or their other studies.

We will meet TWICE a week - one session dedicated to reading and one to writing.

I will be taking a maximum of 6 students so I can reallu focus on giving specific feedback that will help students improve.

There are 18 live sessions altogether, including a decided Paper 1 and Paper 2 Booster the night before each exam.

Students will also get access ro my GCSE English Coaching Hub for the duration of the programme.

I'm a qualified teacher with 15+ years' experience, GCSE examiner, tutor and former Pearson Assessment Leader. I've recently supported resit students to secure their English Language pass.

This opportunity isn't for every student - some students will need more time before they resit. It is specifically for AQA students who were relatively close to the Grade 4 boundary.

Only 6 places available.

Comment RESIT if you would like the info.

23/08/2026

I’ve had lots of questions about when the live lessons will be, so here is the weekly timetable for the GCSE English Coaching Hub 💚

The Hub opens for sign-ups on 1st September and our first live lesson will be on 2nd September.

Opening the space the day before gives students time to have a look around, find their way through the Hub and access some of the resources already waiting for them, including catch-up plot recordings.

Every live lesson will have a downloadable workbook and opportunities to practise exam board specific questions. Lessons will also be recorded, so students can catch up if they can’t attend live.

The topics will change each half term, allowing us to cover different Literature texts and English Language skills throughout the year.

If you haven’t joined the priority waitlist yet, the link is in my bio 💚

21/08/2026

Yesterday was a bit of a whirlwind. I'm still waiting to hear on a couple of results but my students did themselves proud.

For some students, getting that grade 4 was really important. Other students wanted those top grades.

I'm so proud of every one of them.

They all had their individual challenges but their resilience and hardwork paid off.

No matter the grade you got, well done for even going through the GCSE course - it's tough.

I'm now excited to welcome the next lot of year 10 and year 11 students.

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https://stan.store/englishwithleonie/p/early-access-list-to-the-gcse-english-coaching-hub

18/08/2026

Things you should never say to a worried parent.

If you are a parent worried about your child's progress and grade in GCSE English, you are likely worried because you know that a good grade in English can open doors.

Being told your child needs to revise more, English doesn't matter, or maybe they are just not an English person is just not helpful. All students can improve with the right support, even if it is a tricky subject for them.

If you would like to know that GCSE English is taken care of because your child has an expert guiding them through, consider joining my GCSE English Coaching Hub. They will get weekly live lessons, workbooks, access to examiner feedback. And you'll get reassurance.

New here? Here's why you might want to stick around...If GCSE English is going to be a big part of your life this year, ...
18/08/2026

New here? Here's why you might want to stick around...

If GCSE English is going to be a big part of your life this year, hi 👋

I'm Leonie. I'm an English teacher, tutor and GCSE examiner, and I've spent 15 years teaching English. Oh, did I mention I'm a mum of 4 boys. Two of them have been through their GCSE years.

I created this page because there is so much GCSE English advice out there, and not all of it is helpful.

I focus on practical advice and teaching you exactly how to improve your GCSE English grades without false promises of a grade 9 if you use a certain word.

Because I have to turn students away each year (as I simply don't have space for everyone who wants tuition), I'm opening my GCSE English Coching Hub where I can help more students.
We open 1st September.

But, I want to know who is here too.
Are you a student, parent, teacher or tutor? And if GCSEs are on the horizon, what are you hoping to gain from my account?

Come say hello 👇

https://stan.store/englishwithleonie/p/early-access-list-to-the-gcse-english-coaching-hub

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17/08/2026

I really hope everyone is happy with their GCSE results on Thursday.

However, if you are disappointed with results, it can feel really lonely when everyone else is celebrating results.

Please don't worry alone. There are practical things you can do, and your school, college or sixth form are best placed to come up with a plan.

Don't automatically assume that you won't be allowed on the course you had selected.

If you need support, my inbox will be open.

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