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It can be worrying when you know your child is a confident, conversational English speaker, but you're not sure if their skills are ready for the academic demands of South London's top schools. You want to be sure they can express their ideas with the same fluency in an essay as they do with their friends, especially with important GCSEs and A-Levels on the horizon.
Our specialist English as a Foreign Language tutors can help bridge that gap. They provide friendly, one-to-one support to build the specific academic vocabulary and writing skills your child needs to thrive. It’s about giving them the confidence to keep pace in the classroom and reach for their goals, whether that's a top grade or a place at a university like UCL or King's College.
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Why Strong Academic English Opens Doors for Your Child in the UK
A deep understanding of academic English is more than just a qualification; it's the key that allows your child to succeed across all their subjects. Whether they're analysing complex texts in English Literature, writing a detailed lab report in Science, or constructing a persuasive argument in History, sophisticated language is essential. Mastering this skill gives them the tools to achieve the GCSE and A-Level grades they need for top UK universities and future careers, ensuring a language barrier never holds them back.
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Every online session is designed around your child's individual goals. If they need to build the vocabulary to analyse a Shakespearean play for their GCSEs, the tutor will focus on that. If they're struggling with structuring A-Level essays, the lesson will be tailored to improve their writing technique. This focused approach is why 90% of students improve by at least one grade with us.
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11 English as a Foreign Language EFL tutors in South London:
£40/hr
5.0
Kevin A
Experienced Qualified Mature English as a Foreign Language EFL
RESULTS ORIENTATED: UNIVERSITY DIssertations - Guidance on structure , planning and argument.I have advised on subjects from micro- biology to religious architecture! I meet deadlines.A LEVEL History- Tudors- Stuarts 1603- 1714- French Revolution- Russian Revolution , Lenin, Stalin and Post war Teaching is very closely aligned to actual questions,I teach essay writing, and essay improvement. I happily explain the hard factGCSE ENGLISH Concentrating on critical analysis. language techniques,structure and commentary. The tutoring is very closely related to real exams using past papers to provide...
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£39/hr
5.0
Howard C
Enthusiastic English as a Foreign Language EFL tutor
I have experience teaching a wide range of age groups. My experience includes classroom teaching and private tutoring. I have DELE level B2 in Spanish and Spanish AS level, grade B. Experience in Business English as I have several of my own businesses. Also experienced in career coaching. If you have any questions, just ask. I offer mostly online classes but am flexible and can teach in person if this is what you prefer. My degree included several modules that were focused on maths, but I also have a passion for English and foreign languages. I started teaching informally in 2012, then did online...
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£47/hr
5.0
Seb D
High pass rates - IETS, 11+, English as a Foreign Language EFL Common Entrance
I have been teaching English since 2012.I hold a postgraduate degree from The University of Cambridge (PGCert in Teaching Creative Writing), an MA from Goldsmiths, University of London (Masters in Creative Writing and Education) and a CELTA (Certificate of English Language Teaching).I teach students for a range of learning outcomes: 11+ English; Common Entrance English; GCSE English; English for Academic Purposes; IELTS; Creative Writing; Undergraduate Humanities; Postgraduate Humanities. I help students with English 11+, Common Entrance, GCSE and IELTS by encouraging reading curiosity and boosting...
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£62/hr
5.0
Rhian P
English as a Foreign Language EFL Tutor in Ealing
Hi, I’m Rhian. I have a degree in English and American Literature from the University of East Anglia (2:1, 2013) and a Primary PGCE from UCL. With over eight years of tutoring experience and a background in both mainstream and SEND schools, I provide tailored support to help students build confidence and reach their full potential. I have tutored children as young as 3 years old, supporting early years development, all the way up to GCSE students preparing for exams. I have worked with learners of all abilities, including those needing additional support and those aiming for top grades. My experience i...
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£40/hr
5.0
Iman D
Qualified and specialist English as a Foreign Language EFL GCSE tutor, AQA Examiner
I am a fully qualified English teacher with over 13 years of experience teaching English Language, English Literature, and IELTS preparation. Based in London, I work with students at KS3 and KS4 to build confidence, develop strong analytical skills, and achieve excellent GCSE results.I became a teacher because I’ve always loved seeing students grow in confidence—there’s nothing more rewarding than when a student who once doubted themselves suddenly sees their own progress. This is what drives my teaching every day.As an AQA examiner, I have first-hand insight into what examiners are looking for, ...
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£39/hr
5.0
Evie O
Professional English as a Foreign Language EFL tutor
Hello! My name is Evie and I'm an experienced English as a second language, Spanish and French tutor. I am a native English speaker and I have completed a TEFL qualification. I have over five years experience teaching English as a foreign language for many different contexts, whether casual or for business use. I speak Spanish fluently, after having lived in South America, and I also speak French fluently, after having lived in France. Additionally, I have over two years of experience teaching Spanish as a foreign language. I have taught English and Spanish to various ages, levels and abilities...
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£62/hr
4.9
Clare C
Looking for last minute 11+English as a Foreign Language EFL 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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£44/hr
5.0
Genevieve K
English as a Foreign Language EFL YOUR SUCCESS IS MY GREATEST REWARD!
I am a dedicated and caring native French tutor with a passion for helping students achieve their language goals with confidence.I support learners at all levels - from complete beginners to advanced students preparing for exams such as GCSE and A-Level ( including Edexcel, AQA and WJCE). I also offer engaging conversational practice in both French and Spanish for those looking to improve fluency in a relaxed and supportive environment.I completed my education in France, studying French literature for seven years and achieving the Baccalauréat (Lettres). I later studied at university in Madrid, ...
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£30/hr
5.0
Aki M
Creative English as a Foreign Language EFL Tutor
Hi I'm Aki, an experienced Japanese teacher. I've been tutoring students in the United Kingdom for over 6 years. I taught a variety of students: e.g. young children (primary school), teenagers (GCSE /A-level), university students, and adults up to over 60 years old. Most of them are beginner or intermediate-level learners.Let me describe my teaching style with 3 key points: 1) TEACHING MATERIALS: I mainly use my original teaching materials which are full of visual-focused explanations and custom illustrations. I believe every lesson should be customised to some extent, because of the many different...
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£47/hr
5.0
Victoria Beatrix F
English as a Foreign Language EFL 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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£28/hr
5.0
Sally C
Experienced & Patient English as a Foreign Language EFL Japanese & Cantonese Tutor
Hello, everyone! I'm Sally. Nice to meet you :) I'm a qualified CELTA (Certificate in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) teacher (obtained in 2018).I studied in Japan and worked full-time (as a teacher) in Tokyo, Japan. I’ve taught English in five Japanese public junior high schools for 3 years and tutored private students in Japan before moving to the U.K..I was a part-time tutor in a secondary school in Hong Kong. With 8 years of teaching experience, I understand the challenges that second language learners encounter when learning a new language. Until now, I've taught over 400 p...
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Harriet C
Harriet is a very kind and supportive teacher. She makes the lessons comfortable and easy to follow, and always explains things clearly. I really enjoyed my lessons with her. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a friendly and helpful tutor! 🌟
Roshanak L
1st Apr 2026
Ben D
Ben has been tutoring my 3 kids (from 7 years old to 14 years old) for over three months now. He is absolutely brilliant! All of my kids love lessons with Ben because he is very patient and he managed to make the learning process engaging and stimulating.
Ben is reliable and punctual, always very good prepared to the lessons.
Excellent tutor. I would highly recommend.
Magdalena S
28th Jan 2026
Nicola D
Nicola has been tutoring my daughter for a few weeks now. She is absolutely brilliant! My daughter loves lessons with Nicola because Nicola is very patient and she managed to make the learning process engaging and stimulating. Nicola is reliable and punctual. Excellent tutor. I would highly recommend.
Magdalena S
24th Oct 2025
Eleanor J
I’ve been taking English lessons since May 2024 to improve my skills, and I couldn’t be more pleased with Eleanor. She has extensive experience teaching English to non-native speakers, having lived in multiple countries. This global perspective makes her exceptionally skilled at understanding the challenges we face when learning English.
What I appreciate most is how she tailors each lesson based on my progress, adjusting the content to ensure that it aligns with what I need to work on. She also uses a variety of teaching tools that make the lessons engaging and diverse, which keeps me motivated and excited to learn.
Her patience is unmatched, and she always takes the time to discuss the topics I want to focus on. Whether it’s specific areas I need to improve or particular subjects I’m interested in, she’s always accommodating.
I highly recommend her to anyone looking to improve their English skills – she’s been a fantastic teacher!
Wen-Ding C
1st Dec 2024
Jamila K
Jamila is amazing, she’s teaching my wife English as a second language and I can’t stress how organised and sufficient she is. My wife loves the classes! Thank you Jamila
Sharif K
29th Oct 2024
Isaac S
Issac is an outstanding teacher who truly understands his students and goes out of his way to customize the learning experience to fit my unique needs. Although I’m typically quiet and find it difficult to socialize, he has thoughtfully encouraged me to become more confident and engaged. He skillfully organized the class in a way that made me feel comfortable and supported, allowing me to grow both academically and personally.
Thamer A
29th Aug 2024
Karen D
Karen is a good teacher with excellent teaching methods and provides a great atmosphere during the lessons.
Nataliia A
9th Feb 2024
Elizabeth B
Ms Elisabeth was careful to make sure the lesson was the right level. Easy to follow. Enough material for me to try to remember afterward. Not too much. I enjoyed my lesson very much.
Made Pujawati H
29th Jan 2024
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