Oxbridge-Educated British English Writing Tutor

Cambridge-trained British teacher

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About Abi – A Cambridge graduate and Online British Writing Tutor

I’m Abi, a Cambridge-educated online English tutor with over 20 years’ teaching experience across the UK and internationally. I founded Home Star Tuition to provide expert British writing tuition for families worldwide. Many of my students are based in China and I also serve the expat community, supporting children with writing with clearly and confidently.

Abigail Thorpe founder of Home Star Tuition, based in the UK

My approach to online writing tuition

Every child I teach gets a fully customised lesson, built around their individual learning style, ability and pace. I use the latest teaching technologies to deliver engaging, interactive sessions – making high-quality British English writing tuition accessible to families anywhere in the world, regardless of time zone.

Culturally sensitive, inclusive teaching

Having taught in the UK, New Zealand and online across multiple countries, including China, I bring genuine international experience to every lesson. I work with children from a wide range of backgrounds and learning needs, and I’m committed to creating a learning environment where every child feels valued, included and inspired.

online lessons for children worldwide

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Supporting the Whole Child

Academic ambition comes with pressure — and for children navigating international school systems, entrance exam preparation or a new language environment, that pressure can feel significant.

At Home Star Tuition, I believe that confidence and wellbeing are inseparable from academic progress. My lessons are designed to be a calm, encouraging space where your child can make mistakes, ask questions and grow at their own pace — without fear of judgement.