Experienced Head of Languages (retired), 35 years teaching KS3, GCSE and A level Spanish within the UK education system. Proven track record. Highly qualified - BA Honours, PGCE, MA, FCCT - and human!

I am pleased to recommend Gordon as a Spanish tutor. I have known him as a teaching colleague for over 20 years. He is friendly, approachable, patient and knowledgeable with excellent communication skills. His strong command of the Spanish language along with his ability to explain concepts clearly and adapt to different learning styles will make him an outstanding tutor. I am confident that his enthusiasm and professionalism will make a positive impact on his students.

I met Gordon in 2009 when he taught my son, and later my daughter. Both my children were inspired by his enthusiastic and supportive teaching and remember him with affection.

In 2014 Gordon and I became colleagues, within school he was highly regarded for his maturity and experience, and willingness to ‘go the extra mile’ for his students.

I worked with Gordon for nearly twenty years and know him as a passionate and committed Spanish teacher. Gordon always worked hard with students to gain the best possible outcomes and as such I would highly recommend him to prospective students.

Gordon is an exceptional teacher and mentor. His ability to motivate and encourage the pupils in his care is exemplary. Having such a warm and friendly nature ensures he gets the best from his students. Gordon taught my daughter, Year 9, and her capacity to learn, confidently retain knowledge and vocabulary, and make progress in all areas of the Spanish curriculum, went from strength to strength over the weeks and months. I would highly recommend him to others.

Gordon taught our daughter at school. He did an amazing job helping her get her GCSE’S. I would recommend Gordon as he is a lovely patient teacher with years of experience and definitely brought out the best in our daughter who at first had no confidence in Spanish. He was inspirational and positive.

Gordon taught both our children at secondary school, our daughter from Yr 7 - Yr13 & she achieved top Grades in both her GCSE & at A level.
Phoebe had very little languages exposure at primary school but it became very clear that she was both interested & engaged in language learning in particular Spanish. I have no doubt that her passion for Spanish was influenced hugely by the quality of Gordon’s teaching & his passion for his subject. We would not hesitate to recommend him as a tutor for Spanish at any level he has been a hugely positive force in the learning of Spanish for both of our children & he has a very friendly & approachable manner too!

Gordon was a much loved member of staff during his time in school. He taught my daughter GCSE Spanish and brought such warmth, patience and gentle humour into his classroom.
His passion and commitment for his subject is undeniable as are his hopes and ambitions for every student in his care to reach their full potential.

Gordon was an outstanding teacher and mentor for my daughter whilst she studied Spanish from Y7 upwards. My daughter's decision to opt for GCSE Spanish was solely based her enjoyment of Gordon's excellent lessons, his dedicated guidance and his words of wisdom to always 'aim high'. I would highly recommend Gordon.

Gordon instilled a passion for Spanish in my son right from the very beginning and worked tirelessly to grow that love and enjoyment in the subject, guiding him to an excellent A-level result. He strikes a perfect balance between offering support and building academic stamina, making sure that the child defaults to thinking for them-self rather than asking for the answer. Gordon inspires trust from his pupils and in return will work tirelessly to ensure their understanding and progress; I would not hesitate in recommending him as an aspirational and immensely supportive tutor.