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Expert Online Art Tutors in Derby to Help Your Child Shine
Watching your child pour their heart into their art is wonderful, but in a creative city like Derby, you might worry if their schoolwork is enough to build a truly competitive portfolio. With prestigious courses at the University of Derby and Derby College nearby, the pressure is on to make sure their passion translates into real opportunities.
Finding them the right one-to-one support can make all the difference. An online Art tutor can work with your child to refine their skills, develop a unique creative voice, and build a body of work that truly stands out, giving you peace of mind and giving them the best chance of success.
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Why a Strong Art Portfolio Opens Doors for Your Child
Art is more than just a GCSE; it’s a subject that teaches creativity, critical thinking, and dedication. These are skills that universities and employers value highly. A well-developed portfolio isn't just a collection of drawings; it's a demonstration of your child's unique perspective and technical ability. A great Art tutor can help them hone specific techniques, from life drawing to digital design, ensuring their work is sophisticated enough to impress admissions tutors and secure a place on their chosen A-Level or degree course.
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Personalised Art Tutoring to Nurture Your Child's Talent
The right tutor does more than just teach; they become a mentor for your child. By getting to know their artistic style, strengths, and goals, they can provide the personalised guidance needed to flourish. We help you find that perfect match from our hand-picked tutors—we only accept 1 in 8 who apply, so you can be sure your child is learning from the best.
Every online lesson is built around your child. If they need to master perspective for their GCSE coursework or want to explore a new medium to make their A-Level portfolio distinctive, their tutor will tailor the session to focus on exactly what they need. This targeted support is why 90% of students on Tutorful improve by at least one grade.
Arranging support for your child shouldn't be stressful. With online tutoring, you can forget about travel and find a verified, background-checked tutor who fits your family’s schedule. It’s a flexible and convenient way to give your child the creative support they deserve, right from your home in Derby.
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7 Art tutors in Derby:
£54/hr
5.0
Mark H
Communication and Art expert
I am an award winning photographer, writer, artist and lecturer with over thirty years’ experience as an advertising and editorial photographer. I have been exhibited internationally and have contributed to many conferences and journals. I ama widely respected external examiner and pedagogic lead in the arts. My PhD was entitled The Light Ages: Photography and the Hegemony of Light. This reflects my research interest in light and in structures of control and in the operational programs surrounding photographic practice. Recently I have been leading the REF case study research on a £2.5 Heritage Lo...
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£47/hr
5.0
Georgina B
Experienced Art tutor
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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£41/hr
4.8
Richard S
Friendly Art tutor
PLEASE NOTE: WILL ALL PARTIES REQUESTING MY TUTORING SERVICES PLEASE DISCLOSE THEIR AVAILABILITY IN THEIR FIRST POST; DOING THIS WILL IMPROVE THE SPEED AT WHICH LESSONS CAN BE BOOKEDI began tutoring in October 1990 and have (in the already listed subject areas) taught in community groups, family history societies, further education colleges and in private homes covering the Leeds-Bradford and Wakefield area of West Yorkshire. I have also performed poetry and participated in both the Headingley and Ilkley Literary Festivals. Currently, I serve as Chairperson for Leeds Combined Arts, and this role...
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£28/hr
4.8
Momna A
Strategic Academic Art Tutor.
Hello Students,I am a passionate and dedicated educator with a strong commitment to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment. Experienced in designing and delivering creative theory-based, student-centred lessons that cater to diverse learning needs. Skilled in classroom management using techniques pursued for decades by schools, lesson planning and using innovative teaching and technology methods to promote academic growth and personal development. Committed to inspiring, encouraging critical thinking and nurturing a lifelong love of learning.I cater in KS1, KS2, KS3 and more specifically...
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£25/hr
4.2
Hypatia A
Energetic Art tutor
I am based in Lincoln with along term professional career in archaeological sciences andpractical teaching experience at primary and secondary levels;I have a detailed grounding in the history and development of scientific knowledge and offer patient and comprehensive tutoring in the Sciences, History,Geography, Maths and related subjects, to whichever level is appropriate to the needs of the student.I offer a flexible approach with subject content adjusted to relate to the student's preffered interests, with the aim of encouraging the development of critical thinking skills that can be applied...
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£28/hr
4.9
Viktoriya R
BSc Biological Sciences Graduate teaches Art for 11+, GCSE and A-level online
Hello! My name is Viktoriya and I recently completed a BSc in Biological Sciences at the University of Westminster with First Class Honours. I’m currently starting my master’s at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine in MSc Medical Microbiology. I’ve always wanted to help the younger generation further understand biology and become knowledgeable young scientists :). I’ve had excellent mentors in school and university, which has really contributed to my growth and success in continuing this path further.My experience in tutoring started at A-level as I was part of the Learning Support...
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£39/hr
5.0
Alessandra Maria M
Expert in Italian and Classics tutoring. Art
I am a committed teacher and lecturer with over twenty years of experience in private tutoring, academic and heritage institutions. I am pleased to welcome any student of different levels and motivations to learning Italian, Latin, Ancient History of Roman and Greek Art and of Classical Archaeology.I am willing to travel away from a given address for of a minimum of 1.30 hour.I am Italian from the city of Naples located in the southern of Italy, one of the world's best city visited by tourist. I gained my First degree (Laurea Magistrale di Dottore in Lettere, Indirizzo Classico, Orientamento Storico-Archeologico,...
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Tanja P
My daughter 11 years old enjoyed having lessons with Tanja. Classes were planned taking into account the interests of the child, the teacher explained everything clearly during the lesson and also gave recommendations on the necessary materials.
Iuliia C
9th Mar 2026
Catherine D
Catherine is an incredible art teacher and a very pleasant person. She is amazingly talented and inspiring, and she has so much to teach both children and adults. Thank you so much for helping my daughter improve in art and truly enjoy the process.
Yulia K
5th Jan 2026
Ashley M
My daughter really benefited from Ashley’s help with her Art GCSE coursework. We will definitely book Ashley again.
Sonia M
19th Oct 2025
Devya K
she a very helpful and thanks to her I was able to improve a lot faster than working on my own
Ayman D
4th May 2025
Elena B
I’ve done several art lessons with Elena and the have been really fantastic. I’m a mature student studying an alevel equivalent course and all these lessons have helped me understand art techniques and try them myself
opeyemi A
20th Jan 2025
Candice W
What a great and talented teacher! Candance helped to prepper my 12 years daughter portfolio for her art scholarship. Great knowledge of art! Great approach to teach my daughter. She shared a lot of great things and tips and my daughter learned a lot from her.
Very well planned, organised, informative and supportive. Thank you so much.
Ola O
16th Nov 2024
Anne C
Ann has been an incredible help in supporting my daughter in her A Level portfolios. She is engaging and encouraging in her approach, gives very clear instructions and is extremely knowledgeable about the exam board’s requirements. Ann is very personable and flexible with her time, happily discussing ideas to improve my daughter’s art portfolios. An excellent art teacher, I would not hesitate to recommend Ann as an A Level Art tutor.
Emma M
14th Nov 2024
Esther R
Esther is a wonderful art tutor. She is patient and kind but takes my daughter’s sessions in so many different, creative directions. She’s opened up my daughter’s mind to different techniques and styles and each session is something she looks forward to. I would recommend Esther 100%.
buzzy R
14th Oct 2024
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Absolutely. Many of our Art tutors are specialists in portfolio preparation. They can provide expert guidance on selecting your child's best work, developing new pieces to fill any gaps, and presenting it all professionally to meet the university's specific entry requirements.