
English with Kate
Master the IEB Syllabus
Expert guidance for exam-ready confidence, top marks, and distinction-level essays.
20+
Years Teaching
200+
Distinctions
About Kate
- Over 20 years of experience teaching English
- 200+ distinctions achieved by students under her guidance
- SACE-registered educator
- Experienced matric examination marker with deep insight into marking criteria
- Specialist in essay writing, prescribed texts, poetry, language and comprehension
- Focused on improving results through targeted, structured support
- Dedicated to developing clear thinking and structured writing
- Committed to literary analysis and helping each student find and refine their unique voice
- Builds confidence, independence, and critical thinking in every student
“I don't just teach English — I teach students how to think critically, how to construct arguments, and how to write with clarity, precision, and authority.”
Category: Setworks and Poetry
What You Will Master
Master every IEB setwork, including The White Tiger, Brave New World, and Othello, with in-depth video analyses and clear explanations. Access PowerPoints packed with exam-style questions and expert guidance on how to answer for top marks. Analyse all matric poetry, unpack unseen poems, and develop the confidence, insight, and skills to write high-scoring, structured responses.
To access the instructional videos and PowerPoints, subscribe to the sections of your choice… or all sections with a discount.
IEB Poetry
All 16 prescribed poems, along with thematically linked poems for comparison and unseen poetry — each supported by a video and PowerPoint

The Sun Rising
John Donne

Ozymandias of Egypt
Percy Bysshe Shelley

Remember
Christina Rossetti

Namaqualand After Rain
William Plomer

Mirror
Sylvia Plath

Strangers Forever
Amin Kassam

Ulysses
Alfred, Lord Tennyson

The Poet
William Shakespeare

These Fought in Any Case
Ezra Pound

Stealing
Carol Ann Duffy

Crossing Over
Chris Mann

Constantly Risking Absurdity
Lawrence Ferlinghetti

The Herb Garden
Stephen Gray

For Oom Piet
Finuala Dowling

Superstition
Minji Karibo

Trespasser
Tatamkhulu Afrika

Common Themes: Superstition & Constantly Risking Absurdity
Comparative Study

Common Themes: Trespasser & For Oom Piet
Comparative Study

Unseen Poem Analysis
Exam Technique

Mastering Unseen Poetry
Exam Technique

Unseen Poem Analysis: Questions & Practice
Exam Technique

Common Poetry Errors and How to Fix Them
Exam Technique
Literature
Prescribed setworks · Videos and PowerPoints

The White Tiger
Aravind Adiga
19 lessons
Brave New World
Aldous Huxley
18 lessons
Othello
William Shakespeare
12 lessonsCategory: Language and Textual Editing
What You Will Master
Master every aspect of IEB Language and Textual Editing with clear, structured lessons and targeted practice. Learn how to identify and correct errors in grammar, punctuation, and usage, including sentence structure, concord, word order, ambiguity, and tense consistency. Develop precision in editing through focused work on commas, apostrophes, colons, semicolons, hyphens, dashes, and ellipsis. Strengthen your understanding of active and passive voice, direct and indirect speech, word forms, prefixes and suffixes, and commonly confused words.
Gain confidence in tackling exam-style textual editing passages with step-by-step strategies, detailed explanations, and PowerPoints packed with practice questions and guidance on how to secure top marks.
Grammar & Usage
- •Sentence structure
- •Concord & word order
- •Ambiguity
- •Tense consistency
Punctuation
- •Commas & apostrophes
- •Colons & semicolons
- •Hyphens & dashes
- •Ellipsis
Voice & Speech
- •Active & passive voice
- •Direct & indirect speech
Word Forms
- •Prefixes & suffixes
- •Commonly confused words
- •Word formation
Editing Practice
- •Exam-style passages
- •Step-by-step strategies
- •Detailed explanations
PowerPoints
- •Targeted practice questions
- •Guidance for top marks
- •Model answers
How It Works
Four Simple Steps
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Choose from 1 category, 2 categories, or the full package.
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Pricing
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Language & Textual Editing
Stand-alone Language Package
Purchased separately from the Setworks & Poetry packages below.
Language & Textual Editing
Grammar, punctuation, voice, speech, word forms, and exam-style editing passages — with step-by-step strategies and PowerPoints.
- Sentence structure & concord
- All punctuation rules
- Active/passive & direct/indirect
- Prefixes, suffixes & confusables
- Exam-style editing passages
- PowerPoints with practice questions
R200
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Setworks & Poetry Packages
One Category
Pick one area to master
R200
Choose from:
- • IEB Poetry (all 16 prescribed poems, comparison & unseen poetry)
- • Othello
- • The White Tiger
- • Brave New World
Includes:
- Videos of explanation
- PowerPoints with exam-style questions
- Step-by-step guidance on how to answer
- Model answers with key literary devices explained
- Common mistakes to avoid
Two Categories
Combine any two categories
R300
Choose from:
- • Poetry + Othello
- • Poetry + The White Tiger
- • Poetry + Brave New World
- • Othello + The White Tiger
- • Othello + Brave New World
Includes:
- Everything from 1 category, applied to both areas
- More content, more exam preparation
- More confidence in multiple areas
Full Package
Master all your IEB English setworks
R450
Choose from:
- • Poetry + Othello + The White Tiger
- • Poetry + Othello + Brave New World
Includes:
- Master all your IEB English setworks
- Exam-ready across multiple categories
- Best value — full coverage
- Complete PowerPoints for every prescribed text
- Confidence across all poetry, drama and the novel
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What Parents & Students Say
“Kate was a lifesaver for my son in his Matric year. English Home Language isn't easy, but she supported him every step of the way. It wasn't just about improving his marks; you could see his confidence grow with each session. She really understands the exam requirements and has the patience to break things down so he could know and get to grips with what he struggled with. He finished Grade 12 with a distinction he's really proud of, and a big part of that is thanks to Kate's knowledge and calm, supportive approach. If you're looking for a tutor who genuinely cares and delivers results, I'd definitely recommend her.”
Andrew
Pretoria · Grade 12, 2025 · Parent
“Kate is truly a master of English across every level. She teaches with heart and depth. Her real experience and genuine commitment to her students' success are evident in the brilliant results she never ceases to produce. A worthwhile investment for anyone at any level.”
Sizwe
Johannesburg · Grade 12, 2017 · Student
“After years of struggling to achieve a distinction in English, mere months of classes with Kate made this feat seem both enjoyable and straightforward. Through sharing her own passion for English, and by teaching me a deeper understanding of the subject, I confidently achieved a distinction in matric. I will be forever grateful for her dedication and exceptional approach to teaching.”
Arjun
Pretoria · Grade 12, 2025 · Student
“Kate is a gifted English teacher, who not only loves her job but truly has the ability to instill the love of English and the study of the language into all her students. Learning under her was a privilege, and laid the foundation for a grasp of the English language which has continued to serve me in every professional sphere. Her experience coupled with her extensive knowledge of the syllabus will guarantee not only excellent grade results, but will also pave the way for successful articulation and communication in every avenue of life. Undoubtedly the best English teacher I ever had!”
Aayesha
Cape Town · 2018 · Student
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Why Start Now
Every question has a strategy, every answer has a formula
Time is Limited
Don't waste hours guessing what to write before exams
Get Clarity
Structure and confidence in every answer you write
Impress Markers
Step into your exam knowing exactly how to score top marks
“Every question has a strategy, every answer has a formula, and every student has the potential to achieve.”
Personalised Support
1-on-1 Tutoring
Fully personalised sessions focused on your specific weaknesses and goals. Essay writing, comprehension, prescribed works, language — or all of it.
To book an individual lesson, please email Kate directly.
Email KateWhat we can cover:
- Essay writing
- Comprehension
- Prescribed works
- Language & editing
- Oral preparation
- Exam strategy
Coming Soon
More Categories on the Way
We're expanding our resources to cover even more of the IEB English curriculum.
Comprehension
Visual Literacy
Transactional Writing
Dedication
“He found his home in words and music — and here, his love for English lives on in every lesson learned and every voice found.
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