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GCSE English Literature and Language Tutoring That Boosts Grades

From close reading and analysis to clear, confident writing, The Degree Gap connects students with experienced English tutors who make complex skills simple. We cover AQA, OCR, Edexcel, and International GCSE English across all levels.

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Exam Boards Covered

All sessions are tailored to your specification — AQA, OCR, Edexcel — with a focus on assessment objectives, mark schemes, and high-impact exam technique.

International GCSE

Supporting Edexcel and Cambridge IGCSE (First Language English & English Literature) students worldwide, with targeted guidance for each paper.

Key Topics Simplified

Language Papers 1 & 2. Literature essays. Poetry comparison. Unseen analysis. Quotations and context. We build structure, clarity, and examiner-friendly writing.

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50+ 5 Star Reviews

Isabel Heggie
Parent of IGCSE Student

The Degree Gap gave our son the support he needed for his IGCSEs, especially in Maths and Economics. Lessons were clear, engaging, and built his confidence. Highly recommended.

Nicolai Nissen
A-level student

Before joining The Degree Gap, I found it hard to follow the curriculum. The sessions helped everything click. Lessons were calm, focused, and easy to understand. Highly recommend.

Theresa McIntyre
Parent of GCSE Student

Harry and Joe were fantastic. Their knowledge and guidance helped my son find direction in both his studies and future plans.

Sarom Ing
Parent of A-level Economics Student

My son's Economics A Level tutor has been extremely helpful. They demonstrated great patience, kept the lessons engaging, and served as a strong motivator. Needless to say, their subject expertise is excellent.

Charles De-Vyott
A-level Maths Student

Joe and Harry helped me massively with partnering me with the right tutor to help me improve the standard of my dissertation. Very happy with the service and I’d highly recommend to others needing a boost with their academic progress.

Aila Muhammad
A-level Economics Student

Harry was amazing! He helped me shape my personal statement into something I was truly proud of, and thanks to his support, I got into my dream university! Couldn’t have done it without him—highly recommend to anyone applying to uni.

Nicolai Nissen
University Student

Had troubles connecting with tutors until I met The Degree Gap. They helped me understand the curriculum and theories in a way that stuck with me, also made each session feel calm and relaxing. Highly recommend.

Alex Allenby
A-level Student

Can’t recommend The Degree Gap highly enough. Quick and helpful responses from Harry. He immediately matched me with a very competent tutor, who was a massive help in helping me exceed my target grade and achieve a first class degree at university.

Ali Miles-Lambert
Parent of A-level Maths Student

Harry did an amazing job helping my grandson who was struggling with his economics work. Thank you again, Harry, for all your hard work.

GCSE English Tutors Who Understand Your School System

Our tutors have worked with students from a variety of schools and educational systems — state, grammar, international. Lessons are tailored to the exact exam structure and texts your school follows.

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GCSE English FAQ

Because we build strong fundamentals. Our tutors teach analysis that meets the AOs, planning that saves time, and writing that impresses examiners.
Book a free call — we’ll recommend a tutor in 15 minutes.
You have two flexible options: Lessons are online and fully interactive, with essay feedback, model paragraphs, and past paper walkthroughs built-in.
Qualified English teachers and graduates from top UK universities with proven results across AQA, Edexcel, OCR, and IGCSE specifications.
Language Papers 1 & 2 (reading & transactional/creative writing), Literature set texts (e.g., Macbeth, A Christmas Carol, An Inspector Calls), Power & Conflict poetry, unseen poetry, and comparative essays. Support is tailored to your school’s choices.
No contracts, no upfront fees — just pay per session. Most families choose 1–2 sessions a week to build momentum and consistency.
Try your first English lesson — no commitment.
Absolutely. We work with students in the UAE, Singapore, Europe and more who follow AQA, Edexcel, or Cambridge IGCSE routes. Sessions run online at convenient times across time zones.

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