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Watching your child struggle with their studies or lose confidence at school is tough. You want to help, but it’s not always easy to know where to start, especially with the demands of exams like GCSEs and A-Levels getting closer.
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The right tutor does more than just teach a subject; they get to know your child as an individual. We only accept 1 in 8 tutors who apply, so you can be sure you’re choosing from the best. They are experts at identifying your child’s unique learning style and creating a supportive space where they feel comfortable asking questions and making progress at their own pace.
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7 tutors in Barnstaple:
£39/hr
5.0
Samantha F
Professional tutor
Hello, I’m Samantha — a qualified secondary school maths teacher offering clear, supportive 1:1 online GCSE maths tuition.I work with students who may understand maths in lessons but struggle to show this in exams, feel overwhelmed when they fall behind, or lack confidence when working independently. My aim is to help students feel calmer, more confident, and more in control of their maths. I also provide extension and challenge for higher-attaining GCSE students. This is for those who feel they need more challenge than what they receive in the classroom and are aiming to achieve those top gra...
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£93/hr
5.0
Andy K
A Level Business Tutor & Examiner
Business & Economics Exam Preparation Professional I have been working as a certifiedteacher and exam coaching professional for over 15 years. I specialise in helping people identify and achieve their A level and GCSE goals by developing simple exam technique strategies.As an examiner for both Business and Economics I am able to provide valuable insights into what the examining board requires to achieve the higher grade levels.I currently work in Salisbury at Bishop Wordsworth Grammar School and i am the former Head of Business Education at Canford School. I live in Bournemouthand help students...
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£85/hr
5.0
Swithun D
A-Level Economics Examiner and Business Tutor
I have 4 years experience as an AQA A-level Economics examiner. I am also a fully qualified teacher and have taught and tutored both children and adults since 2011. My specialisms are A-level Economics and Business Studies but I have also prepared candidates for Oxbridge entry. I also taught many tutees with various SEND needs.I have tutored both the domestic and international exam boards for many years including: AQA, Edexcel, OCR, EDUQAS, WJEC, CIE, International Edexcel, IB, Pre-U and SEB. I have tutored online for over 4000 hours and find that for Economics and Business Studies it is as good...
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£47/hr
5.0
Georgina B
Experienced in English 7, 11 & 13 Plus English Preparation
Creative writing Technical EnglishComprehension 7+ 9 +11+13 + Courses in English comprehension; Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling & Creative Writing English Exam and Scholarship Preparation courses available this October half term 2025 and throughout the academic year. My approaches to tutoring Allowing regular and timely practice:Adequate preparation time plays a unique role in 7 - 13 plus preparation. Planning regular well paced lessons, beginning with the teaching of foundational core skills and fostering deeper learning,is far better for your child. By planning and investing in time, with regular...
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£54/hr
5.0
Lisa T
Help with exam technique, essay writing & psychology
I will help you to gain higher marks from your assignments, essays and exams by focussing on exam technique and writing skills; working with you so you can achieve your potential.
I have worked with many students studying different disciplines; Psychology, Sociology, Business Studies, Midwifery, Nursing, Biochemistry, Geography, Masters of Business Administration (MBA) and many professional qualifications, as well as; 'A' Level, Degree Level, Masters (MSc) and PhD. With each of these student we have worked together to improve writing skills, specifically for essays, assignments, dissertations;...
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£44/hr
4.9
Florence B
Native French tutor, passionate, experienced, great results
I am a French native who studied English in the UK.I worked for many years in a specialist children's language school in the UK teaching French to children both from France and the UK in a mixed language environment. I am also DBS checked. Living in England for over 35 years I have been a language tutor for the last 20 years teaching both Adults and Children who are either studying for exams or want to learn or improve their language skills. I have tutored children starting age 5 through to GCSE, A level and University. I have taught French to students living in Qatar, Switzerland, Florida, France,...
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£60/hr
5.0
Amy S
Experienced and friendly A-Level science tutor
I am an enthusiastic and friendly teacher with 10 years of teaching experience at A-Level. As the head of the Chemistry department in my place of work, I have a strong knowledge of the Chemistry A Level specification, and also teach within the Biology A Level department too as I love both subjects! I am an examiner with OCR so have first-hand experience understanding how students approach questions, and common misconceptions that can arise in science so I'm always happy to share tips. I work hard to personalise content to the topic and exam board that you study on, as well as to accommodate for...
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Samantha F
completely on his needs and explaining.
EVELINA A
23rd Apr 2026
Sotia N
My daughter is feeling much more confident now and starting to actually enjoy chemistry. Sotia is patient and engaging in her lessons which has been great for my daughters motivation. Thank you for being a great teacher.
Agnes W
23rd Apr 2026
Chloe S
Chloe is fabulous! My daughter says she loves how she explains everything and she is very clear and patient with her questions.Highly recommend.
Juanita A
23rd Apr 2026
Hannah D
We are very grateful to Hannah for all her help and support. My son had missed a couple of months of school, so he needed extra help with Geography, and Hannah made a huge difference. She helped him catch up on the material and prepare for his mock exams with confidence.
His level improved significantly, and even his school teacher was very pleased with his progress. Hannah is an experienced and knowledgeable tutor who explains the subject clearly and effectively. She is also very friendly and pleasant to communicate with, which made the lessons enjoyable for my son.
My son truly enjoyed studying with her, and we highly recommend Hannah as a tutor!
Ana E
23rd Apr 2026
Holly R
It's been invaluable to have Holly helping my daughter get to grips with content she found pretty daunting. Holly's helped her make incredible progress and she has been clear and concise and compelling all the way. My daughter has enjoyed the sessions, too and has emerged pretty confident about impending A-level exams, not something I expected to see at all...
heather D
23rd Apr 2026
Flora I
Flora explains everything and is really encouraging. We have found her to be an excellent tutor for our year 9 son. He is developing his skills analysing text and being able to provide comprehensive answers to exam style questions. He looks forward to his sessions and his confidence is growing week by week.
Andrea C
23rd Apr 2026
James Thomas W
James went over the lesson topic in a good amount of detail - you could tell he did a good amount of preparation before the lesson. He also tailored the lesson to what I asked to focus it on by linking it back to the clinically-relevant aspects which helped to accomodate my understanding. He was also very patient and asked throughout the lesson if I was okay with how it was going which I appreciated.
Khaled R
23rd Apr 2026
Anna F
Anna was incredibly helpful in guiding me through my personal statement for an MA in History. She gave thoughtful, detailed feedback that really improved the clarity, structure, and overall quality of my writing, and was also very friendly and easy to talk to, which made the whole process feel comfortable and straightforward. Her support helped me feel much more confident in my application, and I’m really grateful for her help throughout the process. Thank you again!
Mary M
23rd Apr 2026
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