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Expert Online Early Years and Reception Tutoring for Children in Exeter
Watching the catchment areas for schools like St Leonard's shrink each year, it's easy to feel like your child's future is being decided by your postcode. We understand that worry. You want to give them the very best start, a foundation of confidence that lets them thrive, no matter which school gates they walk through.
That's where we can help. From your home in Exeter, we connect your child with dedicated Early Years specialists from across the UK. It’s not about pressure; it's about sparking a love for learning through fun, one-to-one online sessions that build the skills and self-belief they need for a brilliant start in Reception and beyond.
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Building a Joyful, Confident Start to School Life
The early years are about so much more than just learning letters and numbers; they're about discovering that learning is an adventure. When a child grasps phonics through a fun game or counts objects with a smile, they're not just preparing for school – they're building a belief that they *can* do it. This is the confidence they'll carry into their Exeter reception class, ready to raise their hand, make new friends, and embrace every new challenge with excitement.
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Imagine a tutor who takes the time to discover what makes your child tick. Someone who notices their love for dinosaurs and uses it to make counting exciting, or turns their favourite stories into a phonics game. Our tutors – the top 1 in 8 who apply – are experts at creating that connection. They build a space where your child feels seen, heard, and excited to learn, transforming uncertainty into a series of happy 'I get it!' moments.
Each online session is an adventure designed just for your child. Forget one-size-fits-all worksheets. We're talking about interactive games that bring letters to life, creative activities that make numbers make sense, and gentle encouragement that turns 'I can't' into 'I'll try'. It’s personalised learning that nurtures their natural curiosity and helps them take those first important steps with confidence and a smile.
All of this happens online, fitting perfectly around your family's busy schedule in Exeter. There's no extra travel, no rushing to appointments. Your child learns from the comfort and familiarity of home, whilst you get access to the very best Early Years specialists from across the UK. It’s supportive, effective, and designed to work for you.
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6 Early Years and Reception tutors in Exeter:
£47/hr
5.0
Joshua F
Experienced and Supportive Early Years and Reception Tutor
Nature, Family, Work, Study, Rest. Everyday. Nothing else.I teach Sciences, Language, Arts. But here, Sciences & Mathematics only.Which ages? 6 to 16.KS2, KS3, 11+, GCSE, and A-levels? All of them.Come to me to focus.Zoom & Skype? Yes.Homework? That which is worthy, yes.Reclaim your memory. If I say repeat twice, repeat twice. Knowledge is in you, not in your notes.What about fun? If it happens, it happens.Come to me for a point.I will stay with you, stay stable, and not go.~~~~~~~~~~If you walk one-tenth of the day, then every ten years, you'll have walked around the Earth.This is to walk once...
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£24/hr
5.0
Raquel A
Supportive and Structured Early Years and Reception Tutor
Hello and welcome! My name is Raquel and I look forward to meeting you soon. In the meantime, allow me to share with you why I choose to tutor: Mixed memories of middle school and college spring to mind. Excitement bubbling up to return to school after a fun and well spend summer holiday with family and friends. What formed part of the anticipation was the sense of being ready. Ready to sit in class with fellow classmates, ready to take home homework, planning and organising assignments. It may seem as if I had forgotten the stress and pressure I found myself under in the previous school year,...
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£35/hr
5.0
Lauren H
Early Years and Reception Tutor of English & Maths, Full of Smiles!!
**NOW TAKING WINTER BOOKINGS**Hello, my name is Lauren and I am a young and enthusiastic teacher of many subjects, including English Language and Maths.I have taught both in-person and online, across a wide range of websites and teaching platforms. I have also taught privately for a few years and now work part-time as a supply primary school Teaching Assistant, so I consider myself a person who has done it all!!?My passion is teaching to anyone who wants to learn and I LOVE working with Children! They are my joy and delight and I absolutely love the ways in which they learn! I have teaching qualifications...
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£50/hr
5.0
Jacqueline B
Enthusiastic Home school Early Years and Reception tutor,as well as primary SATS Early Years and Reception tutor
I have been tutoring for over six years working with children with learning behaviours and dyslexic. Due to the nature of working with children with SEN needs i will only undertake face to face tuition. I am now working with children who are home schooled, which I am happy to do from reception upwards. I am happy to take the lesson outside and think outside the classroom environment. This helps children gain confidence and feel more at ease with their learning.I have over25 years experience in primary school. I love making reading, writing and maths fun for the younger children. If your child is...
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£62/hr
4.9
Clare C
Looking for last minute 11+Early Years and Reception Tutoring? Look no further!
I lived abroad for many years teaching in the British School of Rio de Janeiro and have experience teaching KS2, KS3, GCSE and IB students. I have also taught University Level classes in pedagogy and the art of teaching. I have experience working with SEN children and encouraging those with learning difficulties to reach their full potential.
During my time at the British School I taught Key Stage 3 ICT we covered topics like video making, podcasts, spreadsheets, databases, word-processing, e-safety, communications, project management, hardware and software, using a variety of different software...
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£47/hr
5.0
Joana M
Creative Early Years and Reception tutor
Experienced SEND Tutor – Portuguese / IT / Maths / English (TEFL) / Homework / Study skills / vary My name is Joana Massana, I’m Portuguese and have been living in the UK since 2016. I am an experienced SEND Tutor who supports children, teenagers and adults in Portuguese, English, IT and Maths, always adapting to different needs, goals and learning styles.Working as a Teaching Assistant in schools, a 1:1 SEND Tutor and an Online Tutor has given me strong skills in planning personalised lessons, differentiating work, using visuals and technology, and helping learners build confidence step by ste...
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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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We completely understand that concern. Our goal isn't to add pressure, but to build a foundation of skills and confidence that will help your child thrive in *any* school environment. By nurturing their natural curiosity and making learning fun, we help them start Reception feeling capable and excited, which is the very best preparation for their educational journey.