My students doing AQA GCSE English Language are doing extremely well.  One student gained a 120% increase in their marks after doing a mock exam.  How was this achieved?  The student in mind does not like reading, likes science but also has all the skills but little confidence in their abilities as an English student.  We practiced, funnelled wider knowledge the student possessed and showed him just how much he does know, and to actually break the habit of feeling at odds with English.  From West London English Tutor, English and Media Teacher in Harrow, London http://paltip.com/westlondonenglish/!4kh4