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It's completely understandable to feel concerned about your child's future in a competitive place like Brighton. When you know that getting into colleges like BHASVIC or Varndean requires more than just good grades, it's natural to worry if they have the deeper analytical and essay-writing skills to truly stand out.
You want to give them the best possible chance of securing a place at a top university like Sussex, and you're not alone in that. Finding the right one-to-one support can make all the difference, helping your child build not just their knowledge, but the confidence to use it effectively.
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Building the English Skills Your Child Needs for College and Beyond
Strong English skills are the foundation for success in so many areas. It’s about more than just passing exams; it’s about teaching your child how to think critically and communicate their ideas clearly. Whether it's crafting a compelling argument about a character in 'An Inspector Calls' or analysing the structure of a poem, these abilities are exactly what top colleges and Russell Group universities look for. A great tutor helps nurture these skills, preparing your child to thrive in A-Levels and a future degree.
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Focused English Support, Tailored to Your Child's Goals
Finding the right person to support your child is everything. That’s why we’re so selective, accepting only 1 in 8 tutors who apply. Our tutors are experts not just in their subject, but in getting to know how your child learns. They’ll take the time to understand their specific goals and worries, creating a supportive partnership where your child feels safe to ask questions and build genuine confidence.
Every one-to-one lesson is planned around your child. If they’re struggling to structure a comparative essay or need to deepen their analysis of a tricky text, the session will focus on exactly that. It's this personalised approach that helps so many students achieve their goals – in fact, 90% improve by at least one grade, with our support proven to help students improve their GCSE results by up to 2 grades.
With online tutoring, you can forget the stress of rushing to appointments. You can find the perfect English tutor from anywhere in the UK and schedule lessons at times that fit around your family's life. It’s simple, flexible, and trusted by thousands of parents, which is why over 4,100 have rated us 4.6 stars.
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6 English tutors in Brighton:
£95/hr
5.0
Michael G
Experienced English teacher and AQA examiner.
I am a fully qualified English teacher and AQA examiner with seventeen years’ experience in education, including seven years teaching in secondary schools and ten years working as a private tutor. I specialise in GCSE English Language and Literature, supporting students across all major exam boards and at every level of attainment.A particular strength of my tuition is helping students who understand the content but struggle to organise their ideas, structure essays or translate what they know into effective exam answers. My previous role as a whole-school literacy coordinator gave me a strong u...
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£47/hr
5.0
Michaela O
English, Chemistry and English tutor
I am a fourth year medical student who is enthusiastic about sharing my knowledge of subjects and working with students to improve their self-confidence, so that they can reach their full potential. I really enjoyed learning the content for exams and I want to help others to do the same.My interest in teaching and helping other people with learning started during my A levels, where I helped one of my classmates who was struggling with how to answer exam questions. We worked on the problem together, with me explaining my thought process and how he could translate that into his own way of working,...
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£56/hr
5.0
Claire D
Very experienced English, English teacher
I am a full-time online tutor with 16 years’ secondary-school teaching experience, 5 years teaching EFL abroad and 9 years tutoring full time.I teach History at KS3, GCSE and A level, covering OCR, AQA and Edexcel specifications. My GCSE experience includes the Cold War, Migration, Anglo-Saxon and Norman England, Elizabethan England, Crime and Punishment, Medicine Through Time, Germany and the USA, 1954–75. A-level topics include the Tudors, Russia 1851–1953, Mao’s China, Industrialisation, Franco’s Spain, Fascist Italy, the Crusades, the English Civil War, Modern Britain, the French Revolutio...
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£95/hr
5.0
Grace B
Qualified English Teacher and Examiner
CONTACT FOR EXAMINER-LED NOVEMBER RESIT LESSONSSPACES AVAILABLE FROM SEPTEMBERI am a certified secondary English Literature and Language teacher with over 10 years' experience teaching.As I am also a GCSE English examiner, I know exactly what is required of my students to achieve their target grade and I work with them to build the skills and confidence they need to succeed.As a positive and enthusiastic tutor, I aim to build my pupils' confidence in and enjoyment of English. I have experience teaching a range of exam boards and support my students in ensuring they have a full understanding of...
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£37/hr
4.9
Ian S
Experienced EFL and English teacher
I hold a Master's degree in English Literature and have 18 years of experience teaching English as a Foreign Language. I specialize in teaching English from A1 (Beginner) to C2 (Proficiency) levels, preparing students for Cambridge First, Cambridge Advanced, GESE, and IELTS examinations.In my sessions, I prioritize creating a dynamic and engaging learning environment tailored to individual needs. By connecting English language concepts with real-world contexts, I help students improve their reading, writing, and speaking skills while fostering a love for the subject.In addition to my EFL experience,...
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£93/hr
5.0
Jessica P
English Highly experienced, friendly tutor
I am an experienced educator and current Education Consultant for the Department for Education, which enhances the effectiveness of my lessons. I specialise in Psychology but also offer tutoring in Entrance Exams, English, Maths, Science, Health, and Humanities for students from age 5 to university level, including KS2, GCSE, and A-Level.
In my sessions, I focus on interactive and engaging methods, incorporating humour and student interests to create a supportive learning environment. This approach not only makes learning enjoyable but also fosters deeper understanding and retention of key concepts.
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98% of our students said
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Find a tutor Connor L
Connor tutored my son for around a year, he was always well prepared, flexible and dedicated. He built a great rapport with the family and was always on time, very supportive and patient. He helped my son raise his GCSE English Language result by 2 grades.
Highly recommended!
Louise M
7th Sep 2026
Ruth M
Ruth is an amazing tutor. She took my daughter from a worryingly low grade (2's and 3's) to a strong pass (5) with a merit in a short space of time. English wasn't my daughters favourite subject and she not only did she struggled with the subject but didn't enjoy it at all. That all changed after Ruth's lessons. She suddenly started showing an interest and really to looked forward to her lessons with Ruth. Ruth is very engaging and my daughters confidence grewsubstantially during the course of the study. I am so impressed with Ruth as a tutor, she pulled my daughter back from the brink and installed a love of English literature in particular.
I only wish I found Ruth sooner. I highly recommend Ruth as a tutor. Thank you Ruth for your help.
Tania L
7th Sep 2026
Kevin A
Kevin was my English tutor for only a few months but the progress that I was able to make before my GCSE exams was extraordinary. Each session was personalised to where I was struggling and my homework was meaningful and provided support and revealed areas to work on. Alongside this Kevin was always so welcoming and nice and made learning so much more enjoyable.
Polly A
6th Sep 2026
Elizabeth D
Elizabeth has been an amazing tutor and really helped build my daughter’s confidence. She is always willing to help and goes above and beyond to ensure Siyena gets what she needs. Highly recommended
Priti P
4th Sep 2026
Carole G
Carole helped my son with reading lessons over the holidays and he has made so much progress with her. She is incredibly conscious - lessons are well prepared and adapted to suit our learning needs. She also makes them fun and engaging! I cannot recommend Carole highly enough!
Sanny P
4th Sep 2026
Tim W
Tim is a very good teacher. He is helping me a lot
Ale M
2nd Sep 2026
Cheryl G
Great tutor, my son genuinely enjoyed the lessons. His written work improved so well achieving top marks in English Literature and Language. I would recommend Cheryl without any hesitation.
Sreeja M
2nd Sep 2026
Zala S
My daughter really enjoyed working with Zala - the lessons were well structured and enjoyable
lee S
2nd Sep 2026
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See all FAQs Yes, absolutely. Many of our English tutors have specific experience helping students develop the sophisticated analytical and essay-writing skills needed to stand out in applications and interviews for competitive colleges. They can help your child go beyond the curriculum to build a deeper understanding of the subject.