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It's completely natural to worry about your child settling into school in Leicester, especially when English isn't their first language. You want them to feel confident, make friends, and have every opportunity to succeed, from their GCSEs right through to university. But it can be hard to know how to best support them.
That's where one-to-one tutoring can make all the difference. By connecting your child with a friendly, expert English As A Foreign Language (EFL) tutor, you're giving them personalised support to build their fluency and their confidence. It's a partnership to help your child feel truly at home, both in the classroom and out.
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Why English Fluency is Key to Your Child's Future in Leicester
Strong English skills open up your child's world. It’s not just about passing exams; it's about giving them the ability to understand a tricky science question, analyse a quote in their English Literature class, or simply chat and laugh with their friends at lunchtime. Building this fluency is crucial for accessing the full school curriculum and achieving the strong GCSE results needed for future success, including coveted places at the University of Leicester or De Montfort University.
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The right support starts with the right person. We carefully select the best tutors from across the UK, accepting only 1 in 8 applicants, so you can be sure your child is learning from an expert who is also background-checked. Your child’s tutor will take the time to get to know them, understand their specific challenges, and build a positive, encouraging relationship that makes learning feel safe and enjoyable. Every one-to-one lesson is designed entirely around your child's needs. If they're struggling with grammar rules for their writing, the session will focus on that. If they need to build confidence in conversational English to help them integrate socially, their tutor will create fun, practical exercises. This tailored approach is why 90% of students improve by at least one grade with us – because the learning fits them perfectly. Finding that perfect tutor is simple. You can browse profiles, read reviews from parents just like you, and message tutors for free to find the best fit. With lessons taking place online, they can happen at a time that works for your family, fitting easily around school, clubs, and your busy life in Leicester.
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10 English as a Foreign Language EFL tutors in Leicester:
£24/hr
5.0
Jas J
Enthusiastic and motivated English tutor English as a Foreign Language EFL English
Hey! My name is Jas and I teach English as a second language.
I have over 8 years experience with teaching English as a second language, as I lived in Spain for 8 years. It was there, that I had the opportunity to teach all levels and ages after completing my TEFL course.
I am very flexible and can prepare you professionally or personally for any English difficulties you are having.
I am extremely confident with business English as I have a corporate background, so focusing on presentations, email writing and business vocabulary, but I'm also confident with everyday English and conversational...
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£77/hr
5.0
Lisa L
English & Drama Tutor English as a Foreign Language EFL GCSE, A-level, Degree, IELTS
Hello! I’m Lisa, and I have over 15 years of experience helping students of all ages flourish in English and Drama/Theatre Studies. With a master’s degree and a background in professional theatre—West End, regional tours, and live events—I bring both expertise and passion to every lesson.I love tailoring lessons to each student, whether they’re preparing for GCSEs, A Levels, National 5s, or working on essays and personal statements. My approach combines curriculum knowledge with real-life theatre experience, making texts like Macbeth, Romeo and Juliet, or A Midsummer Night’s Dream come alive. I al...
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£47/hr
5.0
Jonathan W
University of Cambridge-educated English as a Foreign Language EFL tutor
I am a graduate in Mandarin from the University of Cambridge who achieved a high 2:1 overall and “firsts” in all of his final year language modules. I combine both my subject expertise and my experience of learning Mandarin as a foreign language to deliver high-quality lessons which not only expose students to a wealth of high-level expressions and grammatical constructions, but which also effectively guide them through the process of learning Mandarin as a foreign language. Being a learner of Mandarin as a foreign language myself, I have a deep understanding of the difficulties which foreigners can...
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£54/hr
5.0
George C
Enthusiastic English as a Foreign Language EFL tutor
I am a secondary Teacher of English with significant experience in teaching KS3, 4 and 5. For KS4 I have been teaching AQA and EdExcel for A level English Literature at my current school in South East London.I work with students with a variety of different needs.My style is very much to focus on the specific requirements of the learner as my teaching is most effective when 1:1. I can provide feedback on work produced and give guidance about how to boost your grades. I am very flexible in my approach.My degree is in English Literature and I have experience of marking AQA English Literature Paper...
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£24/hr
5.0
Bray R
Easy-going yet conscientious English as a Foreign Language EFL tutor
Hi, I’m Bray.Thank you for considering my profile.I offer tuition in English as a Foreign Language and Biology. I am TEFL qualified (150-hour premier course) and I’m studying for a master’s degree in Biological Sciences. I have extensive experience tutoring and working in both subjects, as I’ll outline below. I’m British and Irish, and I have a neutral English accent.I have broken down my profile so you can jump to the information you need. Firstly, I will explain my approach. Then I will explain my background in teaching English as a foreign language. Skip below for information on my backgroun...
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£44/hr
5.0
Genevieve K
English as a Foreign Language EFL YOUR SUCCESS IS MY GREATEST REWARD!
VERY CARING AND DEDICATED LANGUAGE TEACHER.I am an enthusiastic native French speaking tutor.I would be very happy to help you, whether you are a beginner or whether you need some support with your exams:GCSE or ALEVELS ( Edexcel and AQA boards), or if you would like to practise your French or Spanish on a conversational level. I studied French in a Lycée for 7 years, where I passed the Baccalauréat ( Lettres).I then went to Madrid University toperfect my knowledge of The Spanish language which I had acquired when I studied it in a French Lycée for 5 years.Having lived in Cambridge for a great nu...
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£37/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 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) and part-time jobs 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...
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£70/hr
5.0
Halima F
English as a Foreign Language EFL Tutor - Your success is my success.
I have always been passionate in teaching. I have very good qualifications that I have received from my schools whether it is GCSE or A levels. I also, have a degree in Accounting & Finance (2015-2018) and now; aiming to complete 3 years of training to complete the ACCA qualification.I teach Mathematics be it beginners, KS3, GCSE, and A levels. I have tutored several people KS3 to GCSE students and have seen immense improvements. Please, do look at the reviews that I have obtained from my students.Methodology wise I am a person who is organised and therefore I carry out tasks in an organised manner....
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£25/hr
4.9
Momna A
Strategic Academic English as a Foreign Language EFL Tutor.
Hello Students,I am a passionate and dedicated educator with a strong commitment to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment. Experienced in designing and delivering creative theory-based, student-centred lessons that cater to diverse learning needs. Skilled in classroom management using techniques pursued for decades by schools, lesson planning and using innovative teaching and technology methods to promote academic growth and personal development. Committed to inspiring, encouraging critical thinking and nurturing a lifelong love of learning.I cater in KS1, KS2, KS3 and more specifically...
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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
Jennifer F
Jennifer is an extraordinary, meticulous, attentive teacher. Her lessons are always very original
Liliana C
20th Jan 2024
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Absolutely. Many of our English As A Foreign Language tutors have experience helping students prepare for university-level study. They can help your child with the specific academic English skills needed for higher education, from writing essays to understanding complex course materials.