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Expert Online English Tutoring for Students in Bolton
Perhaps a quiet word at parents' evening, or a mock exam result, has shown that English isn't quite clicking for your child in Bolton. It’s tough watching them struggle with essays or Shakespeare. We understand. You don't need to become a tutoring expert; tell us a little about your child, and we'll match them with an expert online English tutor from across the UK, ready to help from the comfort of your home.
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Finding the right tutor can feel overwhelming if this is new to you. You won't scroll through endless profiles. Instead, tell us a few things about your child – their English level, what they find challenging, how they learn best. We'll then carefully match them with a small number of expert tutors, chosen specifically for their needs, ready to build confidence and help them articulate ideas.
No more rushing across Bolton for lessons. Online sessions fit around your family’s schedule – after school or weekends. Your child accesses top English tutors from anywhere in the UK. If the first tutor isn't quite right, we'll cover the cost of your first session with a new one. It's support that works in your home, on your schedule.
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12 English tutors in Bolton:
£54/hr
4.9
Padma A
Maths,English,SATs,11+ specialist with 100+ 5-star reviews
Hi,
I am an enthusiastic and friendly tutor, offering math and English tutoring for primary school children.
I prepare students for 7+, 9+, and 11+ entrance exams, as well as SATs. I also tutor Year 7 children in math and science.
I hold a Master's degree and a teaching qualification, along with an Enhanced DBS check. I began tutoring in 2014 and have since guided numerous children through their learning journeys.
I have tutored over 100 children, each with different ages and abilities. I recognise that every child is unique, and I adapt my teaching approach to meet their individual...
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£28/hr
4.7
Kathy F
Royal Holloway Graduate (BA & MA) | English, History & French | Primary to GCSE
I hold a BA and MA from Royal Holloway, University of London, specialising in arts and humanities, giving me strong academic grounding across the subjects I teach.
I tutor English from Primary through to GCSE and Maths at primary level, including SATs preparation. I also offer History and French to GCSE. Having experienced first-hand the difference that one-to-one support can make to grades, I know what students need from extra tuition: clarity, patience, and sessions that feel constructive rather than stressful.
I adapt each session to the individual pupil, whether that means targeting...
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£39/hr
5.0
Minny Y
Patient, enthusiastic tutor (experiences of all ages & SEND)
After studying the PG Diploma in Psychology of Education and BA (Hons) in Educational Studies with Psychology at university, I have worked in a range of educational settings, including primary and secondary schools, early years settings, non-profit organisations, alternative provisions and private tuition.
Having different experiences in the education field allowed me to work with children from all age ranges and meet people from different backgrounds, culture, religion, social class and special educational needs. With these experiences, I have learned how to work in a non-discriminatory manner,...
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£44/hr
5.0
Ray B
Fully qualified English tutor/teacher 20 years experience
I have been teaching English for over 20 years in schools in London and Manchester. In that time, I have helped hundreds of young people to meet and exceed predictions about their potential grades at GCSE. My recent successes include helping a student improve by two grades in two months to achieve Grade 8 in her 2022 English Literature examinations and helping a student with limited levels of English as an additional language from Ukraine to achieve a Grade 4 pass in 2024.. I have also successful tutored a number of students to pass their 11+ reading and verbal reasoning tests - including my own...
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£47/hr
5.0
Eleanor H
Enthusiastic and Experienced Primary Tutor.
Hello, my name is Eleanor. I’m an experienced and passionate primary educator with over seven years of teaching experience. I have a strong understanding of the UK primary curriculum from the Early Years through to Year 6, and I tailor my approach to meet the unique needs and learning styles of every child I work with.For three years, I taught Year 2, where I guided pupils through their SATs with both structure and encouragement. When tutoring I have been able to pinpoint areas to work on with my students, build good working relationships and see great outcomes. I’m known for being imaginative and...
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£50/hr
4.5
Maariyah B
Building confidence, skills, and results in English
Hi, I’m Maariyah, a qualified secondary English teacher with four years of classroom experience. I support secondary students with English through personalised, confidence-building tuition, helping them make real progress both in lessons and towards exams.I have taught and tutored students of mixed abilities, and I currently teach AQA GCSE English Language and Literature. I have also taught Functional Skills English, so I’m confident supporting students who need to build skills from the basics as well as those aiming to improve their exam performance. I have strong knowledge of the English cur...
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£39/hr
5.0
Peter Z
Chartered Linguist and experienced Multilingual tutor
I am a Chartered Linguist and multilingual teacher with extensive experience, having taught nine European languages since 2002, starting at the University of Cambridge. I specialise in language development at both academic and professional levels, teaching languages such as French, German, Hungarian, Italian, Portuguese, Bulgarian, Romanian, Greek, and Turkish to learners of all ages. My qualifications also include teaching History, Art, and Drama at GCSE and A-Level.
In my sessions, I emphasise a creative and person-centred approach. I believe learning should be an exchange of ideas, where...
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£35/hr
5.0
Lindsey C
Committed and flexible tutor.
I have been tutoring children since 2014, occasionally supporting adults as well, and I previously spent more than a decade home educating my own children.I teach English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning. My experience covers learners at both primary and secondary level, while my tutoring work has also included occasional adult learners. Through home education, I took full responsibility for my own children’s education across all subjects, from primary through to secondary level.My first priority is to understand how a student learns, including their current abilities, individual n...
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£63/hr
4.8
Myles M
Making English Great Again! (QTS,PGCE), GCSE
I am a qualified teacher with a background in English Literature and Media, holding a 2:1 degree and A's at both GCSE and A Level. My training was completed at an 'Outstanding' secondary school in South West London, known as the second highest performing boys’ school in the country. I have also gained international experience by teaching in a private English language school in Shanghai and a public secondary school in Daegu. I have been one of the highest performing tutors on Tutorful for several years, averaging 18 lessons per student. I specialise in helping students build their confidence a...
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£37/hr
5.0
Carole G
Experienced Primary School Teacher
As a primary school teacher with 19 years of experience, I have been tutoring children from reception to year 8, primarily online, since February 2020.
I specialise in preparing students for SATs and school entrance exams, helping them gain confidence and enjoyment in their subjects. A recent success story includes a student who transformed from fearing maths to thriving, demonstrating a remarkable change in attitude.
In my sessions, I conduct regular assessments and engage in discussions with both students and parents to understand each child's unique needs and interests. This allows me...
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£56/hr
5.0
Rob R
Expert GCSE English Tutor with PhD. Learn from a Doctor!
I am an experienced English and Maths tutor with over ten years of dedicated teaching. I provide tuition for AQA, Eduqas, OCR, and Edexcel English Language and Literature, as well as all major specifications in Maths at both Foundation and Higher levels.
During my sessions, I use an interactive online system to keep students engaged and focused. I create tailored revision plans and employ effective time management strategies to help students maximise their results, ensuring they are well-prepared for exams. I also maintain regular email communication for any additional guidance or support.
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£70/hr
5.0
Michelle P
Passionate, energetic, first-class English tuition.
Hi. My name is Michelle and I'm a freelance writer and online English tutor. I also work casually as a Cover Supervisor, providing emergency teacher cover in high schools all over Chester and the surrounding area. I graduated in 2018, as a mature student, with a first-class English Literature degree and am available for hire as a private English tutor and mentor. I have lots of experience preparing students for 7+, 11+, GCSE, A Level, IELTS and all common entrance English exams.As the parent of two children myself (ages twelve and sixteen), I understand first-hand how difficult it can be trying...
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98% of our students said
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Find a tutor Shauna H
She set really useful and personalised homework’s which allowed me to test and push my skills while also not making it too difficult as to put you off doing them. She also made me a pdf of what we were going to be doing in lesson so that I could come prepared for it. She overall was super friendly and very kind.
Richard J
10th Nov 2026
Grace B
Grace is an amazing tutor, she really helped my daughter in three key ways. Firstly she lifted her confidence after difficult GCSE results outcomes for her. Secondly, the approach to teaching was well structured, with a great style, plenty of feedback and lesson materials and finally the results speak for themselves moving grades by two whole levels. Thank you and I would certainly recommend Grace.
Stephen H
8th Nov 2026
Megan R
Great tutor
Steven K
4th Nov 2026
Luke S
Patient and dedicated, great tutor
Sophie H
4th Nov 2026
janisha B
Explains everything clearly and makes learning easy.
Mujeburahman S
4th Nov 2026
Aiman Q
Aiman is a friendly, patient and supportive tutor who explains things clearly and makes lessons engaging and easy to follow. We really appreciate her encouragement, guidance and positive approach to teaching. It's a pleasure to have Aiman supporting our learning journey.
Ming K
4th Nov 2026
Anita A
Excellent teacher. Patient, understanding and very communicative . Ms Anita happily adjusted lessons for a shorter period of time as I requested for my son and he always felt comfortable. Very reliable and caring tutor.
rasika R
4th Nov 2026
Paul Martyn S
Very chatty and down to earth tutor. Look forward to working with you.
Hollie D
3rd Nov 2026
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