Honorata Siu

Honorata Siu is an academic specialist and educator with an interdisciplinary background in linguistics, literature, history, and criminology. A candidate for the Master of Applied Linguistics at the University of Hong Kong, she also holds a Master of Arts in Hong Kong History and a Bachelor of Arts in Criminology from Durham University. Alongside her academic achievements, she is a CertTESOL-certified instructor, skilled in tailoring her teaching to diverse learners while emphasizing critical thinking and confidence building.

She specializes in exam preparation and academic coaching, helping students excel in international curricula through structured, skill-based learning. Her teaching focuses on contextual and thematic text analysis, research-driven academic writing, and connecting literature with history and social sciences. Areas of expertise include:

• Exam Preparation & Academic Coaching:

  • IGCSE/GCSE English

  • IB Language & Literature (HL/SL)

  • IB English Language

  • SAT/SSAT Verbal & Writing

Beyond academics, Honorata brings the mindset of an elite athlete into her teaching. Having represented Hong Kong internationally in lawn bowls, she embodies resilience, discipline, and strategic thinking—qualities that shape her approach as a mentor. Guided by the belief that “mastery begins with curiosity and thrives on persistence,” she aims not only to strengthen students’ analytical skills but also to inspire self-driven learning and long-term confidence.