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Katherine Oddy
Founder, English Language and Literature Specialist
Professional Overview
I am a UK-qualified English teacher with over six years’ experience teaching English Language and Literature across KS3–KS5. I have held senior curriculum responsibilities, including oversight of assessment design, coursework moderation, and student progress tracking.
My work focuses primarily on Cambridge IGCSE English qualifications, where I support students through both long-term skill development and high-stakes exam preparation.
As an IGCSE First Language English examiner and external coursework moderator, I bring up-to-date understanding of assessment standards to every lesson, ensuring precise, criteria-aligned feedback.
Areas of Specialism
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Cambridge IGCSE First Language English
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Cambridge IGCSE English Literature
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Cambridge AS/A Level English Literature
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Coursework guidance and moderation-informed support
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Exam preparation and assessment literacy
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Narrative, descriptive, and analytical writing
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Targeted intervention across the full syllabus
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Public speaking skills
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Progress tracking
Teaching Approach
At the heart of my teaching is the belief that no two learners are the same. Progress is most secure when students feel understood, supported, and challenged appropriately. My lessons are therefore carefully structured, responsive, and grounded in clear academic expectations, while remaining flexible to the individual learner in front of me.
I place particular emphasis on:
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developing precise analytical and writing skills
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building confidence with exam language, assessment objectives, and mark schemes
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encouraging independent thinking rather than formulaic responses
Whether working on coursework, exam technique, or foundational skills, my aim is always the same: to help students articulate ideas with clarity, confidence, and control.
Who is Katherine best suited for?
Katherine works particularly well with students who:
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Are studying Cambridge IGCSE English Language or Literature, as well as AS/A Level Literature
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Need clear, structured guidance with coursework or exam technique/strategy
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Benefit from high academic expectations alongside calm, supportive teaching
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Want to build confidence, independence, and control in their writing
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Need coaching to become more independent and chase their future goals or aspirations