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We know how much pressure there is for students at schools like The Park or Pilton to get the grades they need for Petroc College. When a Grade 5 in English can make all the difference for their A-Level choices, it's natural to worry if they're getting all the support they need. Finding a dedicated English tutor can feel like having an expert on your team. They'll work one-to-one with your child, building their confidence and giving them the focused support to help them achieve their goals.

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Why a Strong English GCSE Paves the Way for Success

A strong pass in GCSE English isn't just a requirement; it's the key that unlocks the door to your child's future choices, from the A-Levels they want at Petroc College to a place at a great university like Exeter or Plymouth. The skills they build – like analysing quotes from 'An Inspector Calls' or crafting a powerful argument – are skills for life, giving them the confidence to express themselves clearly in any career they choose.
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The right tutor does more than just teach; they build a real connection with your child. By understanding how your child learns best, they can tailor their approach, turning tricky topics like Shakespearean language or complex grammar rules into something that finally makes sense. We see it all the time – this is where the real confidence boost begins. Every online lesson is built around your child's specific needs. If they're struggling to structure an essay, the session will focus on that. If they need to sharpen their analysis of poetry, that's what their tutor will work on. This targeted support is why 90% of our students improve by at least one grade, and we can help your child improve their GCSE results by up to 2 grades. Finding the perfect English tutor in Barnstaple is simple and fits right into your busy family life. All lessons are online, so there's no need to worry about travel. You can find a fully vetted, background-checked tutor who fits your schedule and budget, giving your child the expert help they need from the comfort of your home.
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£85/hr
4.9
Alice A
English Tutor - Making learning memorable
* Book your child in for SUMMER BOOSTER sessions TODAY* - I have had a HUGE increase this year in last minute requests for support, even for the day before the exam... - Many of these young people have been worrying about their GCSEs and A Levels behind closed doors and parents have realised too late that they need support. - If your child is in secondary school or 6th form now and you have any doubt about their independent study skills please consider summer sessions. - I hear all too often that the young people I am working with do not have the skills in order to attempt independent study....
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£47/hr
5.0
Georgina B
Experienced English tutor
Creative writing Technical EnglishComprehension 7+ 9 +11+13 + Courses in English comprehension; Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling & Creative Writing English Exam and Scholarship Preparation courses available this October half term 2025 and throughout the academic year. My approaches to tutoring Allowing regular and timely practice:Adequate preparation time plays a unique role in 7 - 13 plus preparation. Planning regular well paced lessons, beginning with the teaching of foundational core skills and fostering deeper learning,is far better for your child. By planning and investing in time, with regular...
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£47/hr
5.0
Fiona O
Patient, friendly and experienced English tutor.
I am an experienced Creative Writing and ESL teacher with a background in publishing. I have an MA in Creative Writing, and a TEFL Certificate, as well as experience as a writer and researcher for academic publishers, including Oxford University Press. I teach Creative Writing, English Literature and English Language, as well as English as a Second Language (ESL) to children and adults of all ages and abilities, in one-to-one online classes.Classes may focus on pronunciation and phonics, reading comprehension skills, or spelling and grammar. I make lessons interactive and enjoyable, using a range...
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£40/hr
4.9
Paul P
Effective English tutor
I educate pupils in the local area around Plymouth on a daily basis.I teach English, Maths, Science other other subjects,I also specialize in learning difficulties and disabilities (ASD, ADHD, Asperses, & dyslexia/dyspraxia). Apart from classroom teaching and tutoring I've also been a curriculum coordinator for people with ASD.The role involved designing a unique syllabus/curriculum and managed a group of educators. I have over 10 year’s main stream teaching experience in a classroom environment and five years as a tutor/specialist.I’ve taught Music, English, Science, Maths, Art and Primary (KS...
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£54/hr
5.0
Rachel C
Qualified English teacher, and highly experienced examiner
Hi, I'm Rachel, an enthusiastic, patient and friendly tutor with more than 12 years' experience as a classroom teacher, and 16 years' experience as a GCSE English Literature examiner. I passionately believe that every student is capable of achieving their potential, given the right support, and I take pride in my ability to help students achieve their best. As a full-time online tutor, I have full availability for daytime lessons, and several years’ experience supporting home educated students.I qualified as a secondary school English teacher in 2008, and have been employed as a GCSE English L...
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£41/hr
5.0
Victoria H
Enthusiastic, experienced, kind English tutor
Twenty six years of delivering English Literature and Language to students of all abilities in learning environments ranging from academic state and independent schools and specialist S.E.N. units to those requiring improvement enables me to guarantee that any student will be nurtured to fulfill their potential with engaging, differentiated tasks and effectively assessed progress.Lessons deserve to be varied and carefully structured to the individual's need. Sessions often start with a warm up activity which introduces the skills needed to reach the learning objective. Students will always have...
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Absolutely. Many of our tutors are GCSE English specialists and understand the importance of securing a Grade 5 or higher. They can work with your child to target specific areas of the curriculum they find difficult, helping them build the knowledge and exam technique needed to feel confident and prepared for their exams.
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