English has always been my weakest subject, particularly writing. My essays are really mediocre and it takes me a very long time to do them. Because of this I'm considering getting tutoring, but I'm not sure if it's worth it. I know it doesn't hurt to get a tutor but my family isn't very rich so I want to make sure that I will make use out of it.
So, should I get a tutor? Are they useful? And if so, do you recommend I start now (I'm in year 11) or wait until next year? Thanks in advance
In your situation and from what you've said in your post, I would wait until next year and reassess then. I honestly don't think 1/2 is
that important to doing well in 3/4. If anything, I'd focus as much as realistically possible on nailing the metalanguage you learn - this will help you going into next year.
EngLang is a different beast. If it really clicks with you and it turns out you don't feel you need a tutor, awesome! If you get through the year and feel like you do, not much has been lost, and you can think about it again this time next year.