Welcome to Oxford Tutoring Zurich

We offer expert tutoring in English, French, and Italian, designed to meet a wide range of needs, from grammar-focused lessons and writing support to oral practice and exam preparation. 

All sessions are led by an Oxford-educated linguist and qualified teacher, combining academic expertise with practical teaching experience. This means every learner benefits from clear explanations, structured guidance and engaging activities that make progress both effective and enjoyable.

Our tutoring is suitable for students of all levels, from absolute beginners taking their first steps in a new language to advanced learners working towards fluency. 

Our one-to-one conversation classes in English, French and Italian are designed to help students gain confidence and fluency in speaking. Each session is tailored to their interests and level, making learning both fun and relevant.

We use a wide variety of topics as starting points - from current affairs and global issues to literature, history, culture, and everyday life - in order to help students build a stronger vocabulary, improve pronunciation, and develop the skills to communicate naturally and effectively, whilst encouraging curiosity, critical thinking and self-expression. 

Applying to university can feel overwhelming, but the process becomes far less daunting with the right guidance. It’s not simply a case of meeting academic requirements: a successful application stands out from the crowd and showcases the applicant's unique strengths, interests and potential.

With experience in helping students secure places at some of the world’s leading universities, we provide tailored support at every stage of the journey. Sessions are led by an Oxford-educated linguist and qualified teacher, who understands both the expectations of elite institutions and the challenges students face in preparing their applications. University preparation sessions include:

• Personal statement guidance – helping students structure, refine and polish their writing so that it highlights their academic achievements, passions and individuality.
  Interview preparation – practising common and challenging questions, building confidence in discussion, and developing the ability to think critically under pressure.
• Application strategy – offering advice on subject choices, course selection, and how to present a well-rounded profile.
• Ongoing feedback and support – ensuring students feel prepared and motivated at every stage.

It’s not just about what you know - it’s also how you organise, express and apply that knowledge. Many students find themselves feeling lost when faced with large amounts of material, unsure of where to begin or how to structure their work most effectively. 

We provide tailored support to help students develop strategies that make learning more manageable, efficient and rewarding. These sessions are suitable for students of all abilities and are particularly valuable for young people preparing for examinations, when organisation and confidence can make all the difference. The Oxford Tutoring study skills programme covers:

• Revision techniques – learning how to break down topics, create effective notes and use memory tools to retain information.
• Essay writing skills – structuring arguments, improving clarity and style and developing critical analysis for stronger, more persuasive essays.
• Exam tactics – managing time under pressure, approaching different types of questions and maximising marks by showing knowledge effectively.
• Organisation and planning – setting realistic goals, managing workload and building study routines to reduce stress and improve results.