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Give Your Derby Child a Confident Start with Online Early Years & Reception Tutoring
Watching your child start Reception, it’s natural to think about the years ahead. With brilliant schools like Littleover Community School on the horizon, you want to know you’re giving them the strongest possible foundation. You worry that if they fall behind in phonics or numbers now, it could affect their chances later on.
We understand completely. That’s why we connect children in Derby with some of the UK’s most caring and creative Early Years tutors, all online. Together, we can nurture that natural curiosity and turn learning into a joyful adventure, building not just skills, but the confidence they'll carry with them for years to come.
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More Than Phonics & Numbers: Building a Lifelong Love of Learning
Early Years education isn't just about ticking boxes; it's about lighting a spark. When your child pieces together their first sentence, they're not just learning to read – they're discovering how to express their own ideas. When they grasp simple sums, they're building the first blocks of logical thinking that could one day lead them to tackle complex engineering challenges. This early stage is where we build the resilience and curiosity that transforms a student from someone who *has* to learn into someone who *loves* to learn.
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The Right Support to Help Your Little Learner Flourish
The right tutor sees the unique person your child is. They take the time to understand what makes them giggle, what puzzles them, and what makes their eyes light up. This isn't about drills; it's about building a bond of trust where your child feels safe to try, to make mistakes, and to celebrate every little breakthrough. It’s that moment of shared delight when a tricky word finally clicks into place.
Imagine lessons that feel more like play. One-to-one online sessions for your child in Derby are built entirely around their needs and interests. A tutor might use digital building blocks to explore numbers or create a fun, interactive story to practise phonics. This playful approach helps your child build skills without the pressure, turning 'I can't' into 'I can try' and, eventually, 'I did it!'.
Because it's all online, you get access to the UK's best Early Years specialists without any extra travel around Derby. Sessions fit around your family's schedule, right from the comfort of your home. It’s simple, stress-free, and gives your child access to a level of specialist support that just might not be available locally. It's expert help that works for you.
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7 Early Years and Reception tutors in Derby:
£59/hr
5.0
Michael B
Friendly, enthusiastic Early Years and Reception Tutor
I absolutely love what I do, and channel that enthusiasm within each of my lessons. I believe a child can very easily see if a teacher is passionate about what they are teaching, which is why I believe only those who absolutely love their profession should teach. I want to provide the most engaging and challenging lesson for myself, because I hold very high standards for my quality of work, but more importantly, for the child. I want a child to leave each session safe in the knowledge that they have learnt something new that day.I like to approach each session differently, learning what interests...
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£48/hr
5.0
Lucie M
Committed and Professional Early Years and Reception Teacher
Qualifying with a PGCE from Leeds University in 2009, I am an experienced Primary School Teacher and 11+ tutor with a passion for building children's confidence and helping them to achieve their full potential. Children make the most progress when they are confident and happy in their learning, my main aim during my sessions is to create an environment where children can make mistakes, ask questions and build on their existing skills and knowledge. My lessons are varied and interactive and I strive to make learning as fun as possible. I specialise in teaching Maths, English and phonics at Early...
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£62/hr
4.9
Clare C
Looking for last minute 11+Early Years and Reception Tutoring? Look no further!
I have extensive teaching experience in the British School of Rio de Janeiro, working with KS2, KS3, GCSE, and IB students, as well as teaching university-level courses in pedagogy and the art of teaching.
I specialise in ICT, having taught Key Stage 3 students on a variety of topics including video production, podcasting, databases, e-safety, and project management, using freeware tools like GIMP, Animoto, and Audacity to promote learning beyond the classroom. At Key Stage 4, I covered the IGCSE ICT course (0417) from Cambridge, focusing on both practical skills and theoretical knowledge,...
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£54/hr
4.9
Padma A
Early Years and Reception Friendly, cheerful, enthusiastic, and patient.
Hi,
I am an enthusiastic and friendly tutor, offering math and English tutoring for primary school children.
I prepare students for 7+, 9+, and 11+ entrance exams, as well as SATs. I also tutor Year 7 children in math and science.
I hold a Master's degree and a teaching qualification, along with an Enhanced DBS check. I began tutoring in 2014 and have since guided numerous children through their learning journeys.
I have tutored over 100 children, each with different ages and abilities. I recognise that every child is unique, and I adapt my teaching approach to meet their individual...
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£37/hr
5.0
Linda F
Enthusiastic, experienced Early Years and Reception Teacher
Hello, my name is Linda and I am a mother, grandmother and primary school teacher with over twenty years experience of working in education, from early years through to year six. As a still practising teacher, I have an in-depth knowledge of the primary school curriculum and have taught children in classes, intervention groups and individually throughout the primary age range. I have experience of teaching children with a whole range of abilities including those with Special Educational Needs,supported children through their SATs, both year 2 and year 6 and taught verbal and non-verbal reasoning...
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£37/hr
5.0
Helen B
Qualified, creative primary teacher Early Years and Reception tutor
I'm a qualified Primary teacher with both QTS (Primary ages 5–11, University of Derby) and Early Years Teacher Status (ages 0–5, University of Northampton) - one of the few tutors who can work confidently across the full Early Years to KS2 range, including children working significantly below age-related expectations.
I'm trained in Read Write Inc. (RWI) and Little Wandle, the two leading systematic phonics programmes, and bring a structured, evidence-based approach to early literacy. With a background in the arts, I weave drawing and creative activities into sessions to keep children engaged.
M...
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£52/hr
5.0
Raluca D
Caring, enthusiastic and creative Early Years Early Years and Reception teacher
I am a caring, enthusiastic and creative teacher. I have taught Nursery and Reception for more than 10 years with a vast amount of experience in helping children to read, write and supporting development of mathematical skills. In last last few years I am working asSpecial Needs teacher ( speech and language difficulties, learning difficulties such as dyslexia, conditions such as autism, social, emotional and mental health needs, or have a combination of these difficulties) and I love seeing them developing every day.My aim is to make learning fun for children by hands on resources and games. I...
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98% of our students said
their tutors made a difference
Find a tutor Fiona B
Fiona is an amazing teacher: she is a true professional, knows how to keep a child’s attention and immediately establishes a good rapport. Most importantly, the results are instant! She is an exceptionally competent educator who really knows and loves what she does.
We are very happy that we found Miss Fiona straight away and we are delighted to continue the lessons with her until we achieve our goals and objectives.
Kseniia F
26th Nov 2025
Tracy M
Tracy has a lovely teaching style and engages my daughter in her lessons very well. Over time, she has grown her interest in maths, an area she has not felt confident in. She looks forward to her lessons with Tracy which is lovely to see. Tracy's encouraging and nuturing teaching style really has drawn my daughter to appreciating and enjoy the learning experience. Many thanks Tracy!!
Alfreda A
4th Jul 2025
Melanie W
Highly recommend Melanie. She has been brilliant for our son.
Katherine W
19th Jun 2025
Minny Y
Minny is a thorough and patient tutor. She is quite knowledgeable and has really helped our daughter improve her confidence in her weaker subject. I would recommend her to friends and family.
Chinnie I
11th Jun 2025
Rachael T
Rachael has been teaching my son, who recently started reception, and her impact has been remarkable. She quickly identified the areas where he needed extra support and has been incredibly intentional in tailoring her lessons. The detailed feedback she provides is invaluable, helping us understand how to support him effectively at home. My son genuinely looks forward to his classes with her, and although I was initially concerned about his ability to focus during an online session, he now asks eagerly every day if he'll be seeing Mrs Rachael again.
Olatunde O
4th Oct 2024
Joanne W
Joanne was fun and engaging and the boys enjoyed their lessons.
Tuebi Z
29th Sep 2024
Kim G
I cannot say enough good things about Kim. We are so lucky to have found her. She brings an incredible amount of enthusiasm and energy to every lesson making it fun and engaging for even the most challenging of children. We are very much looking forward to continuing our lessons each week and my 5 year old daughter is very excited each morning to be having lessons with Kim.
Keeley S
4th Sep 2024
Meera P
It's very challenging to get my 5yr old to do anything, but Meera is patient and knows how to bring his attention back to what they're doing. I am very impressed with her work and would definitely recommend her.
Jency K
15th May 2024
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See all FAQs Absolutely. A strong start in Reception builds the core confidence and skills that underpin all future learning. By nurturing a positive attitude towards literacy and numeracy now, our tutors help ensure your child doesn't just keep up, but feels capable and engaged as they progress through primary school, which is a fantastic foundation for any future goal.