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Classics is a fascinating subject, but it can be demanding. From mastering Latin grammar and translation to structuring high-level essays in Classical Civilisation, students are often expected to handle a large volume of complex material at once. If your child is struggling to decode passages or turn their knowledge into strong written arguments, it can be difficult to guide them without specialist expertise.
A specialist tutor removes that pressure. You remain the supportive parent, while an experienced Classicist helps your child build confidence with language, analyse primary sources, and develop the critical thinking skills needed to succeed in exams and coursework.
A specialist tutor removes that pressure. You remain the supportive parent, while an experienced Classicist helps your child build confidence with language, analyse primary sources, and develop the critical thinking skills needed to succeed in exams and coursework.
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Our Tutor Match service does the hard work for you. Simply tell us what your child is working towards—whether that’s GCSE, A-Level, or IB—and we’ll match them with a tutor who specialises in that exact area. Every tutor is carefully vetted, with only a small proportion of applicants accepted onto the platform.
That means no endless scrolling, no guesswork—just a carefully selected specialist from the very first lesson.
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Our online classroom is designed specifically for analytical subjects like Classics. It’s a focused learning space where students and tutors can work together in real time using interactive tools.
They can annotate Latin or Greek texts on a shared whiteboard, break down translations step by step, and build essay structures collaboratively using shared documents and screen sharing. This keeps lessons active, structured, and highly effective for both language and literature-based study.
To support ongoing progress, tutors also provide weekly updates, so you can clearly see how your child’s understanding, confidence, and exam readiness are developing.
They can annotate Latin or Greek texts on a shared whiteboard, break down translations step by step, and build essay structures collaboratively using shared documents and screen sharing. This keeps lessons active, structured, and highly effective for both language and literature-based study.
To support ongoing progress, tutors also provide weekly updates, so you can clearly see how your child’s understanding, confidence, and exam readiness are developing.
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£85/hr
4.9
Alice A
Classics Tutor - Making learning memorable
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- 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.
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- 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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£47/hr
5.0
Victoria Beatrix F
Classics are my life!
I did my BA in Classical civilisations (majors: Greek, Latin) at the University of Basel and my MA in Ancient Greek and Ancient Near East Studies (archaeology and languages, i.e. Hebrew and Arabic) also at the University of Basel yet spending one semester at the Humboldt University of Berlin and the Free University of Berlin during an ERASMUS exchange during my MA. I then completed my DPhil in Classical Languages and Literature at the University of Oxford (Lady Margaret Hall) with a thesis on Classical Lingusitics. Last but not least, I did an MPhil in Theoretical and Applied Lingustics at the...
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£41/hr
4.8
Richard S
Friendly Classics 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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£80/hr
5.0
Abu S
Specialist Classics Tutor, 11+, 8+, 7+ Exam
Hi!My names Abu and I'm an enthusiastic English and Maths tutor. I specialise in tutoring primary school children of KS1, KS2, KS3 and KS4. I have been teaching across London for the last 5 years, both privately and in schools. I have a patient yet optimistic nature and I enjoy developing rapport with my students. Schools that I help my students get into are of the following: Harrow School Admission King’s College Wimbledon School Admission Marlborough College School Admission Radley College School Admission St. Paul’s Girls’ School Admission Wellington College School Admission Benenden School Admis...
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£31/hr
4.8
Paul Martyn S
Classics Experienced Multi Discipline Tutor
My name is Cllr Dr Paul M, BA LLB (Hons), MDipNLP & I am pleased to make your acquaintance. I am a highly certified/qualified, experienced, inspirational/motivational Tutor/Trainer, with over 30+ years of applicable experience in industry/Academia. Within this, I am keen to work with learners of all backgrounds/proficiencies and help them to realise their potential to the maximum. As an academic, I am well-versed in applicable curriculum/exam processes/standards for AQA. Council for Curriculum and Examinations Assessment ( CCEA ) Pearson Edexcel. Oxford, Cambridge and RSA Exams (OCR ), Welsh Joint...
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£54/hr
5.0
Ethan G
Award-winning researcher: have taught Classics for years.
Iwork with the world's leading Professors across institutions such as The Department for Education, The British Cabinet, Harvard, Stanford, Oxford, and Cambridge. My research has been award-winning, I publish in magazines and newspapers for general audiences, and have tutored students across several elite schools (Harrow, St. Paul's, and Westminster Schools).My lessons aim to fast-track your essay writing skills.I have had enormous success having tutored hundreds of students. My approach is unique and specialised, knowing that most people are never taught in detail how to get their ideas onto paper...
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Ethan G
Ethan has been a fantastic help for my daughter in A level History, English and Classics. Encouraging and always patient (which is key to teaching I think) he’s helped her develop her essay structure and technique, work that just can’t be covered in the classroom - there isn’t time in lessons.
His knowledge of history and classics is amazing, whatever she was working on in class, he already had a deep understanding of it, which meant they had great discussions and debates around any topic.
I can’t rate him highly enough, thank you Ethan
Lynn P
22nd Jun 2025
Clementine S
Clementine really helped my daughter in the run up to Classics GCSE. She knew the specification well, explained things in an engaging way, answered all questions, and encouraged her to think harder about some of the themes. I would have no hesitation recommending Clementine to others.
Victoria S
8th Jun 2025
Andrew L
Starting Lessons with Andrew I already feel so much more confident. He quickly helped me identify my problem areas and explains everything clearly and patiently. I’m really enjoying the lessons and can already see a gradual improvement. Highly recommend!
ned M
27th Apr 2025
Louise A
Really pleased with all of the help and confidence building Louise is giving my daughter ahead of her A-levels, thank you so much!
Casper C
17th Apr 2025
Peter Z
My 14 year old is really enjoying her lessons with Peter and is very engaged with the subject matter. She is intent on taking Classical Civilisation GCSE and Peter is the perfect person to help her with this. Along with excellent teaching, he is providing her with the right links and resources, and she is demonstrably enthused after every lesson.
Anna S
24th Feb 2025
Peter D
Absolutely, amazing teacher! Helped me through my work every step of the way and I would never have done so well in my second year at uni without him.
He knows everything about Classics so he is able to provide so much context and clarity on any topic. A truly great tutor who really cares about your work and puts in so much effort. Thank you for your time.
Zohra B
18th Feb 2025
Richard S
Richard has been helping me with Classics and RS GCSE. He has been a super helpful in covering a range of topics. Richard is extremely knowledgeable on subject matter and brings a broader perspective to help me, given his vast experience. In particular, this is helping me bring in wider points into longer mark GCSE questions so that I can achieve top grades. Thanks!
Izaan Z
7th Dec 2024
Lauren A
Lauren is an expert in her field and my daughter really enjoys her lessons.
Ann Q
17th Aug 2024
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