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You know your child is bright and full of potential. But in a busy classroom, you might worry that their English skills are masking their true ability, making it harder for them to keep up and show what they really know. It’s a common concern for many parents, especially when thinking about future steps like college and university.
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A strong command of English is about so much more than just passing an exam. It’s the key that allows your child to fully understand their other GCSE subjects, from analysing quotes in Macbeth to grasping complex ideas in science. Fluent, academic English gives them the confidence to ask questions in class, write compelling essays, and clearly express their thoughts. This is the foundation they need to secure a place at Portsmouth College or Highbury College, and to feel prepared for degree-level study at the University of Portsmouth.
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£39/hr
4.8
Joshua M
Professional, experienced, and passionate English as a Foreign Language EFL tutor
Hi there!I'm Josh, an experienced, successful and professional tutor, with over 5 years experience in teaching across 3 countries (and around 500 students!), a successful record of academic qualifications and an impressive repertoire of skills. I guarantee that all students are taught in an efficient and enjoyable manner, with ample guidance and help along the way. In addition, as I get to know each student's abilities, strength and difficulties, I always help by preparing revision guides, worksheets, and tailoring sessions as much as possible.I hold both an MA (Hons) in French and Linguistics...
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£44/hr
5.0
Harriet D
Award-winning English as a Foreign Language EFL English and maths tutor
I am an award-winning tutor. In 2020, I won the BKSB Skills Award for best English tutor and was also short-listed for maths tutor of the year at the same time. I have 15 years experience of delivering maths and English to apprentices who range in age from 16-70, so I am skilled at adapting my teaching to suit each learner's needs.
I have been described as 'a safe pair of hands' and I believe this is because of my ability to inspire confidence in the most anxious of students.
I am able to deliver maths and English functional skills, GCSE English language and literature and ESOL.
I am...
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£31/hr
4.5
Laudine K
Excellent English as a Foreign Language EFL English as a Foreign Language Teacher
My name is Laudine Kuhl. I grew up in the US and recently moved to the UK to be closer to family. I received Bachelors degrees in Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology and Linguistics and I have a Masters degree in TESOL, with a minor in Early Childhood Education from CUNY Lehman College in New York State. I am a qualified TESOL teacher who works with children and am DBS checked. For ten years, I worked with children between the ages of four and eighteen, in various capacities, including as a teaching assistant, a supply teacher/teaching assistant, and as a volunteer homework tutor. I briefly worked...
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£31/hr
5.0
Olivia H
Friendly & Supportive English as a Foreign Language EFL Tutor for Any Level
¡Hola! I'm Olivia, a passionate Spanish tutor with several years of experience helping students of all ages and abilities achieve their language goals. I also offer GCSE and beginner-level Italian tuition alongside Spanish at all levels.I graduated from the University of Leicester with a degree in Modern Languages and spent a year abroad studying at the University of Sevilla and the University of Pisa. Living and studying in Spain and Italy gave me a deep understanding of both languages, as well as the cultural context that brings them to life beyond the classroom.Over the past few years, I’ve su...
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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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£37/hr
4.9
Ian S
Experienced EFL and English as a Foreign Language EFL teacher
I am a friendly, creative and professional tutor who recognises that everyone learns in a different way, and encourages students to enjoy what they are doing by conveying my own enthusiasm for the subjects I teach. With a Masters degree in English Literature and eighteen years of experience in teaching English as a Foreign Language, I have a continuing interest in teaching students to read, speak and write the English language well. As an EFL teacher in and outside the UK, I have considerable experience in teaching the English language at all levels and to speakers of many different languages,...
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£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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£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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£45/hr
5.0
Matthew A
English as a Foreign Language EFL tutor in Cheltenham
Hello. My name is Matthew. I've been offering 1-on-1 tuition in science and maths subjects since the start of 2019 as I've often been told I'm great at explaining things and great with the kids. I've always loved science and found it highly interesting and fascinating, so I can inject a lot of energy and love for the subject in my lessons. I have a Bachelors Degree in Biochemistry and Genetics (University of Nottingham) and a Masters in Cancer Cell and Molecular Biology (University of Leicester), as well as A levels in Maths, Physics, Human Biology, and Chemistry.Some of my key strengths: - Efficient....
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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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