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It's completely understandable to worry that your child's developing English skills might hold them back in Tower Hamlets' busy and competitive schools. You want to see them flourish, but fear a language barrier could prevent them from showing what they're truly capable of.
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Mastering English is about more than just passing exams; it's about giving your child the key to access their full academic potential. Strong English skills mean they can confidently tackle everything from writing History essays to understanding complex Maths problems and, crucially, achieve the GCSE results they deserve. This fluency builds a strong foundation for securing a place at a top local sixth form or aspiring to a university like Queen Mary, opening up a world of opportunities for their future.
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6 English as a Foreign Language EFL tutors in Tower Hamlets:
£59/hr
4.6
Kathryn B
Enthusiastic and Experienced English as a Foreign Language EFL Tutor
English Literature is a fascinating subject that requires curiosity, critical thinking, and creativity. As an experienced teacher, I am dedicated to inspiring my students to express their opinions, challenge my interpretations of the text, and be challenged in return. I have taught both Secondary and A-level students and enjoy exploring the world of literature through my students' unique perspectives.I am also passionate about history and hold an A-level in the subject. The study of literature and history share many similarities, similar to how physics and maths are connected subjects. I enjoy...
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£37/hr
4.7
Cedra J
Enthusiastic teacher for English as a Foreign Language EFL
I am Mrs Cedra M, I have been teaching for over 30 years. My subjects include Maths, English, Geography, Spanish, ICT and ESOL.Most of my work at the moment is online.I am familiar with the UK syllabus. I am also keen on professional development which allows me to be up to date with current trends in teaching. I hold a BA degree from University of London and a MA Ed degree in Education from the Open University. I also have a Diploma in Education (ICT) fromLondon Metropolitan University. I enjoy tutoring as it gives me the opportunity to spend quality time to interact with students and encourage...
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£50/hr
5.0
Shamim U
Specialist and Experienced English as a Foreign Language EFL Tutor
Hi! I am Shamim. I've been teaching students across London for the last 6 years. Since, I've been enjoying sharing my passion for Maths, English as well as Sciences. My students, notably, enjoy my lessons and demonstrate thorough engagement. I always ensure to create specific lesson plans, tailored to the needs of my students.I enjoydeveloping deeper understanding of topics and create opportunity for students to apply learnt content through a combination of worksheet and exam style questions. After each lesson I'll be providing free feedback to parents to ensure adaptations in teaching to meet...
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£39/hr
4.8
Mamun A
✅ Experienced|9 years|Proven result English as a Foreign Language EFL |SAT|KS2/3|11+
Dear Parents and Students,I’m Mamun — an highly experienced private tutor with over 9 years and 12,000+ hours of tutoring experience across online and in-person platforms. I hold a bachelor’s degree from Northumbria University, Newcastle, and specialise in Maths, English, and Science from Primary through GCSE level, including 11+, Grammar & Private School Entrance Exams.📍📚 My Teaching ApproachMy lessons are clear, structured, and results-driven. I focus on helping students build confidence through:✅ Simple, step-by-step explanations ✅ Continuous assessment and progress tracking ✅ Custom lesson...
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£33/hr
5.0
Ester E
Experience English as a Foreign Language EFL Tutor
With over 20 years of living experience in the vibrant city of London, I have developed a deep appreciation for its cultural richness and diversity. My journey as an educator has taken me across the globe, having lived in Malaysia, China, the Dominican Republic, and Spain. These international experiences have profoundly enriched my teaching practice and cultural understanding.As a certified TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) and ELE (Español como Lengua Extranjera) instructor, I have been passionately teaching both English and Spanish since 2016. My teaching experience spans various ...
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£93/hr
5.0
Jessica P
English as a Foreign Language EFL Highly experienced, friendly tutor
Not only am I a supportive and encouraging teacher, with many years of experience as a qualified teacher but I also work for the Department for Education as an Education Consultant which means that my lessons are highly effective. I have prepared fast track courses to support students from the age of 5 right through to masters university level.I am fortunate enough to be an Examiner of KS2, GCSE and A-Level providing me with detailed insight into a range of exam boards as well as working on university-based assessment panels.I have enjoyed many years of work as a private tutor on a 1:1/small group...
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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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