Find an expert A-Level English tutor
Find a tutor
Online A-Level English Tutors
The leap to A-Level English can be a shock. Suddenly, the texts are denser and the analysis needs to be so much deeper. It’s hard to watch your child struggle with a subject they used to enjoy, and even harder when you don’t feel you can help with it yourself. But you can still help them.
Our Tutor Finder does the work for you. By asking a few simple questions about your child and their specific A-Level course, we can recommend a small, handpicked selection of tutors we’d genuinely back to help.
How Tutorful Works
Step-by-Step Guide for Using Tutorful
Choose your tutor
94% of our tutors hold advanced degrees, Master’s and PhD), have 2+ years of experience and are fully DBS-checked. Find the perfect tutor to boost your confidence and achieve your learning goals.
Book your tutoring session
Start your learning journey with a guaranteed first lesson. Choose a time that works for you, book seamlessly through our platform, and pay only after your lesson.
Start your tuition online
Learn with personalised private lessons in our secure online classroom. Watch and rewatch recorded sessions anytime. Start your tailored learning experience today!
More than literary analysis — it’s about finding their voice
The right tutor helps your child untangle complex themes and structure a convincing argument. Soon, they're not just reading the text, they're developing their own ideas about it. This is the confidence that changes how they feel about the subject.
It’s a skill that goes far beyond the exam hall, helping them write with clarity and conviction in their personal statements and at university.
Find a tutor 
Matched to the right tutor, without the guesswork
Our Tutor Finder asks what your child needs, from their exam board to how they learn best. We use this to find the right person, so you don't have to search.
Every tutor is DBS-checked, and we only accept 1 in 8 applicants. It’s a real recommendation. As thousands of parents have found, rating us 4.6 stars, the right fit makes all the difference.
Most families have their first lesson within days. It’s a chance to get to know each other, and if it's not quite right, our First Lesson Guarantee means we'll find someone else, at no extra charge.
Search more tutors:
Meet some of our
89 English A-Level tutors:
£24/hr
4.7
Tim W
English Tutor - Fun Learning
I am a graduate of the University of East Anglia, with a BA (1st class) in English Literature and an M.A. in Creative Writing. I've been teaching English Literature and Creative Writing at an FE College and as a private consultant for 17 years.I believe in the potential of every student and seek to bring it out through an empathetic, patient and holistic approach. I have taught students with a wide range of abilities and backgrounds, including those with conditions on the autistic spectrum. I believe it is important to get to know the student as an individual and to tailor learning to their strengths...
Read more
£39/hr
4.9
Amy S
Patient, upbeat and encouraging English tutor
Since I started tutoring over 6 years ago now, during a summer break in my first degree, I've only grown to love working with young people more and more. All of them surprise me with the insight they're capable of and how much they're able to achieve with just a little encouragement!My particular expertise is in Religious Studies - I have a Master's with Distinction and BA with a First in Theology, from Durham and KCL respectively. I'm now approaching the completion of my PhD, also in the Theology field; this also gave me the opportunity to do a little classroom teaching of first year degree students....
Read more
£42/hr
5.0
Jessica B
'Outstanding' qualified English Teacher and 11+ Specialist
A fully qualified and committed teacher, I offer tutoring for:- pupils studying KS2, KS3, GCSE, A Level or degree-level English - adult learners taking Step Up to English, Functional Skills qualifications or QTS skills tests - pupils preparing to take entrance examinations including 11+, 13+, 7+, 8+, ISEB, CEM and other independent and grammar school admissions - KS2 SATs and Maths up to KS3I have over 9 years experience teaching in a comprehensive classroom environment where I was consistently reviewed as “outstanding” by local authority and academy trust executives. As an active GCSE examiner for...
Read more
£50/hr
5.0
Dr Maria A
Award-winning tutor, FHEA English
I am an award-winning professional musician, pianist and tutor with over fifteen years international experience across different educational settings, backgrounds and abilities. I hold a Ph.D. in Musicology and a Master's degree in Art, Law and Economy as well as diplomas in Piano, Classical Harmony, Counterpoint and Fugue, which enable me to easily work on the theoretical, technical, performative, stylistic and structural elements of music scores and help my students understand the background of each piece, whilst being creative and achieving essential progress.With an in depth knowledge of musicianship,...
Read more
£39/hr
5.0
Jyoti S
English Literature and Language Expert English
I am a certified TESOL Trainer from the University of Northumbria with nearly 15 years of tutoring experience both online and at respected institutions such as Darlington College, Sunderland College, and Northumberland College. I specialize in teaching English to speakers of other languages and offer support for all major UK and international exam boards including AQA, Edexcel, Cambridge, Oxford, and OCR. In my sessions, I focus on engaging with students to build rapport, ensuring a comfortable and productive learning environment. I customize each lesson to meet individual needs, integrating past...
Read more
£39/hr
5.0
Molly L
Dedicated English tutor English English
Hi, I’m Molly! I’m a dedicated English tutor specialising in English language and English literature. I am a qualified teacher and currently hold a PGCE and Bachelor of Arts in English literature, as well as experience as a classroom teacher, Learning Support Assistant and school librarian. I’ve worked as a private English tutor since 2023 and have tutored students from Year 2 all the way through sixth form, with a focus on helping students prepare for Year 6 SATS, GSCE, iGSCE, and A-levels. I specialise in literacy, reading comprehension, grammar, spelling and punctuation, vocabulary, and creat...
Read more
98% of our students said
their tutors made a difference
Find a tutor Aileen L
Couldnt have asked for a better tutor. Her patience was undoubtedly one of the first thing i noticed about her tutoring, and as a consequence, I was able to learn at a pace that felt most comfortable to me! Equally her style of tutoring and constant pushing of me to go further for A level English is something i couldnt have asked for more of!!Thank you Aileen, it has been a pleasure having you as a tutor :)
sam M
19th Jun 2026
Dr Lucy Y
As a parent, I cannot recommend Lucy highly enough. While my daughter was already doing well in English, she needed extra guidance to truly master the deeper analysis required for the top grades.Lucy was definitely exactly what we were looking for,she was able to effectively teach my daughter how to break down texts and articulate arguments with a level of sophistication that wasn't really taught at her school.The impact was immediate - my daughter's analysis became much more mature,and she constantly told me she wished she had found Lucy sooner. My daughter really enjoyed her lessons with Lucy -she created a wonderfully positive encouraging environment that kept my daughter motivated and engaged! If you want a tutor who will be able to genuinely elevate your child's confidence and skills, look no further - she is absolutely fantastic!
Rani N
11th Jun 2026
Nikolaus T
Niko is very helpful as a tutor , do his personally tailored lessons and extra resources he provides to improve my grades ! He is friendly and supportive , always ensuring full interaction and understanding in his lessons. He has helped me to improve my grades reaching up to an A from a C/B grade . Would highly recommend:))
Amelia S
4th Jun 2026
Sophia Serena J
Sophia has been fantastic in supporting my daughter with A Level English Literature over the past six months. She is knowledgeable, encouraging and has really helped improve her confidence and approach to the subject. The sessions are always engaging and tailored to her needs. I would highly recommend Sophia to anyone looking for an excellent English tutor.
Leon A
2nd Jun 2026
Donald S
We only wish we had found Donald a few weeks earlier. He was able to place the methodology, exam technique and essay-writing style into a context that truly engaged our son and helped him understand the material more clearly. As a result, his independent revision became far more structured, much higher in quality and, most importantly, far less of a chore. We worked with Donald for A-level Combined English, and our son’s exam experience was the best it has ever been. We are extremely grateful for Donald’s support, and I have no doubt that the time he spent with our son, together with the more focused revision that followed, helped him feel significantly more confident going into his exams.
Samantha R
27th May 2026
Matthew B
Matthew was an excellent English lang/lit A level tutor for my son. He struck the perfect balance of support and motivation and was able to work well with the SEN support needs he had too. I would definitely recommend.
Alex G
18th May 2026
Paul Martyn S
Very happy.Paul is very kind and helpful and tries to accommodate our lessons thank you
H. O
7th May 2026
Gloria J
Gloria is fabulous; she really helps with explaining things clearly, making sure I understand. I feel more confident and happier in my subject
Kate L
4th May 2026
Frequently
asked questions
See all FAQs Rates vary based on the tutor’s specific experience and qualifications, but you will always see clear, upfront pricing on every profile before you book.