What we cover
Topics covered
- Set Text Analysis — Prose Novels
- Set Text Analysis — Drama
- Set Text Analysis — Poetry
- Unseen Poetry Technique
- Unseen Prose Technique
- Essay Planning and Structure
- Quotation Integration
- Language and Form Analysis (AO2)
- Context and Interpretation (AO3)
- Exam Timing and Paragraph Technique
Why students lose marks in Literature in English
The most common reason students underperform in Literature is that they retell the story rather than analyse it. Examiners mark on the quality of argument, the precision of textual reference, and the ability to comment on how language creates effect — skills that must be explicitly taught.
How our tutors help
Our tutors work through the set texts line by line where necessary, teach the difference between plot summary and analysis, and train students to respond to unseen material using technique rather than guesswork. Past papers and mark scheme comparisons are central to every session.
Frequently asked questions
Which set texts do you cover?
We cover the current Cambridge IGCSE and ZIMSEC Literature set texts. Contact us with your child's set texts and we'll confirm before booking.
How is Literature in English different from English Language?
English Language tests comprehension and writing skills. Literature tests the ability to analyse and write about literary texts — prose, drama, and poetry. They are separate subjects and require different skills.
