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Child Development is a fascinating subject, but it can also be a dense one. When your child is struggling to connect the theories of Piaget to Bowlby, or make sense of coursework, it's hard to know how to help. But even when you can't help with the subject, you can still help them. Our Tutor Finder is built for this moment. Instead of asking you to search through profiles, we ask a few simple questions about your child. Then we recommend a small, hand-picked selection of tutors we believe are the right fit.

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With the right person, complex ideas are no longer just words in a textbook. Tutors who specialise in Child Development can bring the subject to life, using real examples to make sense of abstract concepts. It's about building a solid understanding from the ground up. This newfound clarity often means your child starts to contribute more in class and feels more confident tackling coursework. It helps them build a strong foundation for their exams, UCAS application, and future studies.
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£93/hr
5.0
Jessica P
Child Development Highly experienced, friendly tutor
I am an experienced educator and current Education Consultant for the Department for Education, which enhances the effectiveness of my lessons. I specialise in Psychology but also offer tutoring in Entrance Exams, English, Maths, Science, Health, and Humanities for students from age 5 to university level, including KS2, GCSE, and A-Level. In my sessions, I focus on interactive and engaging methods, incorporating humour and student interests to create a supportive learning environment. This approach not only makes learning enjoyable but also fosters deeper understanding and retention of key concepts. ...
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£32/hr
5.0
Michael G
Patient Child Development tutor
I've been a primary school teacher for 15 years and have expertise in English, grammar and reading. I have also tutored maths on a one-to-one basis at primary level. Furthermore, I have marked the SATS for the previous ten years and possess a strong knowledge of subject matter in relation to the core subjects. I am a passionate professional, who can make a difference on a one-to-one basis.Essentially, my background is English: I undertook an undergraduate degree in English and then a Postgraduate degree in Creative Writing. I qualified as a teacher in 2011, after completing a Primary PGCE and have...
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£50/hr
4.9
Alena S
experienced Child Development tutor
Highly motivated, experienced and dedicated tutor and mental health mentor with a PGCE education and a psychology qualifi cation. Years of experience in teaching students of different age groups, backgrounds and complex needs, as well as gifted and talented students as a private tutor and mentor with excellent results. Guiding them in their very complex life circumstances to support their wellbeing and learning. Teaching various subjects, such as Psychology, Business Studies and Academic writing on GCSE, A-level and University level. Dedicated to providing person-centred teaching and supporting...
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£39/hr
5.0
Madara O
Professional Child Development tutor
I am a Doctor of Psychology with university research and teaching experience supporting students at BA, MA and PhD level, as well as professionals. I teach Clinical Psychology, particularly reading disabilities and dyslexia, alongside other areas of psychology, research methodology and data analysis, preferably using SPSS. I also teach chess to children and adults, from the basics through to improving the technique of more skilled players. In psychology sessions, I can help you explore a particular subject, work through research methods or data analysis, and identify relevant literature....
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£85/hr
4.9
Alice A
Child Development Tutor - Making learning memorable
* Book your child in for SUMMER BOOSTER sessions TODAY* - I have had a HUGE increase this year in last minute requests for support, even for the day before the exam... - Many of these young people have been worrying about their GCSEs and A Levels behind closed doors and parents have realised too late that they need support. - If your child is in secondary school or 6th form now and you have any doubt about their independent study skills please consider summer sessions. - I hear all too often that the young people I am working with do not have the skills in order to attempt independent study....
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£62/hr
5.0
Peju N
Experienced Primary - Ks3 Child Development tutor with speciality in SEND
I am a British qualified Teacher with a passion for teaching. I have a wealth of experience in teaching and tutoring a diverse group of learners from Early Years to GCSE level in Mathematics, English Literature, Biology, History of Art/Architecture; including giving academic support to A-Level students in their studies, proof-reading of essays and dissertations. I am also a specialist-consultant in learning difficulties and disabilities (LDD) and work with children and young adults with a range of learning challenges. My teaching experience spans over 27 years working in international schools abroad...
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