About me

Hi, I’m Jenna Rowland, the Jenna in Psychology with Jenna.

I have over 16 years of experience teaching Psychology A Level including 9 as Head of Department at one of Somerset’s top independent schools. My departmental results were consistently in the top 10% of the country. In 2023 I stepped out of the classroom to run my own business, tutoring and supporting other Psychology teachers.

  • Qualified and experienced teacher with 11 years as Head of Psychology in the state and independent sectors

  • A proven track record with results (40% A-A*, 80% A*-B in A Level Psychology 2022)

  • Experienced (11+ years) and current A Level examiner

  • Psychology BSc First Class (Hons) degree from University of Durham

  • Masters of Arts in Education from University of Durham

  • Trainer for Cambridge and other organisations, delivering CPD in the UK and internationally for Psychology teachers

  • Experience as an Honorary Lecturer and guest speaker for UCL and the University of Exeter, examining at Masters Level on two programmes

  • Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (2013)

  • Enhanced DBS check.

Learning with expertise

Transformative Psychology tuition with Jenna

I combine my subject expertise, passion for psychology and my examining experience to support students to achieve success, offering online 1:1, group tuition and Masterclasses.

  • Group tuition

    I offer small group tuition sessions for pupils in Lower and Upper Sixth. Sessions are interactive and include assessment of current knowledge, application of knowledge to examination questions and individualised feedback.

    Group tuition

  • 1:1 Tuition

    I also offer 1:1 tuition for a limited number of regular students (term time and holiday) with space for additional pupils to access ad-hoc sessions during school holidays.

    1:1 Tuition

Core Values

Inspiring student growth

In Psychology with Jenna, I am guided by a set of values which shape every aspect of my work with students.

  • Whole child

    Whole child

    As well as knowledge and examination skills I develop confidence, organisation, time management and independence.

  • Impact

    Impact

    My sessions are carefully designed to have an impact on students from day 1.

  • Together

    Together

    Working with students and their families is key to achieving shared goals.

  • High Quality

    High Quality

    I pride myself on having a reputation for high quality tutoring.

Unlocking Your Potential

Who can benefit from A Level Psychology tutoring?

From those at the beginning of their Psychology A Level to those approaching the final term, anyone can benefit from dedicated time fine-tuning examination skills with a specialist Psychology A Level tutor.

  • Lower Sixth/Year 12 students new to psychology

    I tutor students from the early stages of their psychology journey to build solid foundations so that they can thrive.

  • Upper Sixth/Year 13 students

    From E grade students who have lost all confidence in their ability to those hoping for an A*, I ensure that every student is supported appropriately.

  • English as an Additional Language students

    I have extensive experience of working with EAL pupils in A Level Psychology, a number of whom have gone on to study Psychology at degree level.

  • Home educated students

    I offer expert guidance with A Level Psychology and GCSE content as well as examination skills and self-study.

Grow with confidence

How can students benefit from Psychology with Jenna?

I know that tuition is a big investment for parents, so I aim for you to make a high return on this investment which will help your child for years to come. Choosing to invest in Psychology A Level tuition with me brings opportunities to:

  • Develop academic excellence by clarifying difficult concepts

  • Develop a comprehensive understanding of links between topics through discussion

  • Complete examination preparation and receive feedback from an experienced examiner

  • Benefit from accountability with regular check-ins on revision tasks and progress

Faqs

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Do I need to do an assessment?

    No, but in our discussion before starting tuition I speak to students and parents about strengths and weaknesses. Students can also send pieces of work such as examination papers from school, so that I can analyse performance. To tell me about your individual needs, get in touch.

  • What happens in tuition sessions?

    All sessions, both 1:1 and group tuition involve informal assessment, simplification and delivery of content around examination questions and examination practice. My sessions may include quizzes, analysing student model answers, examiner marking activities, or writing exam answers in timed conditions with opportunities for individualised feedback. I apply the principles of effective questioning to give students thinking time and I scaffold to build confidence.

  • How many students are in your group tuition sessions?

    Groups are kept small to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to receive direct help and feedback. I have a maximum of 7 students in a group because research from the Education Endowment Fund (EEF) suggests that once group size increases above this, tuition becomes less effective. Read more about group tuition here.

  • What happens if I miss a session?

    I ask for 48 hours notice if you wish to change a 1:1 session and I endeavour to reschedule these 1:1 sessions where possible. If you miss a group session, resources are provided to help you to catch up and I offer 15-minute catch up sessions prior to the next group session.

  • Do I have to have my camera on?

    Having a camera on is really helpful for me as a tutor, and in group sessions it helps to build rapport with the other students. During the winter students would attend in their onesies looking very comfortable! If there is a reason why your child doesn’t want to have the camera on then they can try with a camera off if this means they can engage with the session.

  • Do students complete past examination questions?

    Of course! We usually work on examination questions in our sessions – often two or three!

  • Do you set homework assignments?

    Yes, independent work is posted on my student portal after every session to consolidate learning.

  • Are there opportunities for feedback on examination answers?

    Absolutely! My 1:1 students get specific feedback on their assignments and we rewrite answers together if necessary. My group students also have the opportunity to present their work for feedback during the group sessions.

  • Do you run sessions in the holidays?

    Yes. While my regular group classes pause in the school holidays (I run to Somerset term dates – link) my popular Masterclasses run in the holidays to support mock and final exam preparation and revision. I also offer ad hoc 1:1 sessions which can be booked via my parent portal.

  • How does payment work?

    Sessions are invoiced a month in advance. Once a student is registered with me, parents receive access to a Parent Portal where there is a calendar/booking and reminder system as well as easy payment options.

  • Do you offer refunds?

    No, I meet with parents and students for a free no-obligation Zoom call to outline how my tuition works and answer questions. If you try an initial session and decide it’s not for you then you can let me know. Once you’ve committed after the trial session parents/carers pay on a monthly basis so there is no long term commitment.

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