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We know how much pressure there is for school places in Bristol. When you're aiming for sought-after schools like Redland Green or Bristol Grammar, it can feel like a single GCSE grade could close the door to the city's best sixth forms.
You worry that without mastering those tricky analytical skills in English, your child's chances of getting into a top university like the University of Bristol might slip away. That's where we can help. A one-to-one English tutor can be a wonderful partner, giving your child the dedicated support and confidence they need to reach their goals.
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Why Strong English Skills Open Doors in Bristol and Beyond
A great grade in English isn't just a number on a certificate; it's a key that unlocks your child's future. The ability to analyse a complex poem or write a persuasive essay on *An Inspector Calls* is exactly what top sixth forms and universities look for. These skills are essential for securing a place on competitive humanities courses at the University of Bristol and give your child a huge advantage in their future career.
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Personalised English Support for Bristol's Ambitious Students
The right tutor does more than just teach; they build a real connection with your child. By understanding how they learn best, a tutor can adapt their approach, whether it's breaking down Shakespearean language or building essay-writing confidence. It’s a partnership you can trust, which is why we only accept 1 in every 8 tutors who apply, making sure your child is in safe, expert hands.
Imagine lessons planned entirely around your child's needs. Instead of a one-size-fits-all classroom, each session focuses on what will make the biggest difference for them right now – from mastering punctuation for their GCSEs to refining their analytical voice for A-Levels. This tailored support is why 90% of our students improve by at least one grade.
Finding that perfect support shouldn't add to your busy schedule. With online tutoring, you can connect with the best English tutors from across the UK without leaving home. Lessons are flexible and can be booked around your family's commitments, making it simple to get your child the help they need, when they need it.
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£62/hr
5.0
Angie K
Experienced English Tutor working online
I am a very experienced and friendly online Primary age range tutor. If you would like some help for your child with any aspect of their English or Maths, I am ready and happy to help.The online platform is very user-friendly, whatever the age of your child.I am also happy to help with the early years of Key Stage 3 English work.Would your child benefit from some expert help with their Maths and/or English? Does your child need someone with patience to give them confidence with their schoolwork? Is your child too shy to ask for help in a class situation? Whether your child needs help with SATS...
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£31/hr
5.0
Becky B
simplified8 English and English
I am a medically trained professional with an MSc in Public Health, currently working in UK schools supporting students across different key stages. I provide structured support in Primary and KS3 Maths(+1 year), English(+1 year) and Sciences(+1 year). My academic background gives me strong subject knowledge, and I am familiar with UK curriculum expectations and GCSE exam board requirements. My teaching style is calm, structured and student-centred. I begin by identifying gaps in understanding and tailoring lessons to address specific areas of difficulty. I focus on simplifying complex topics into...
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£31/hr
5.0
Kath E
Experienced English ,English and phonics Tutor
Hi! My name is Kath and I am a primary teacher and phonics expert.I have been teaching for over 7 years and worked with KS1 and KS2.Due to this, my availability is mainly half terms and weekends but can do some evenings from 4:30pm. Monday - Wednesday 4:30 - 8pm Saturday and Sunday - Flexible all day. Half term - I can be flexible all day. I can support in any area of the curriculum whether it is to help your child reach greater depth or if they are not making the desired progress or in line with their peers. Children in year 1 are currently preparing for their phonics screening in June. Will your...
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£47/hr
5.0
Kerry K
Patient & Experienced English & English Tutor (KS1 & KS2)
Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. My name is Kerry and I am a qualified Primary Teacher with 13 years teaching experience. I have taught across the KS1 and KS2 National Curriculum, from year 2 up to year 6, and have supported children through their KS2 SATs. I have also been a private tutor for the last 2 years.I am an incredibly friendly, patient and positive person and I pride myself on the strong relationships that I develop with my students: this is the foundation to successful learning.I have taught so many wonderful children, each with differing needs such as dyselxia, autism...
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£65/hr
5.0
Kate L
Engaging English GCSE & A-level specialist
Fun and engaging English lessons with an experienced GCSE and A-level teacher and former head of English. I am passionate about helping students to achieve their potential — with over 13 years’ experience as a classroom teacher and tutor, I love sharing exam tips and tricks to help my students feel really confident in the exam.I worked at the exam board AQA for 6 years too and I'm examiner trained, but I've also worked in educational publishing, creating outstanding revision and learning resources throughout my whole career. I will focus each session on helping you to build the exam skills and...
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£37/hr
4.9
Ian S
Experienced EFL and English 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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£62/hr
5.0
Peju N
Experienced Primary - Ks3 English tutor with speciality in SEND
I am a British qualified Teacher with a passion for teaching. I have a wealth of experience in teaching and tutoring a diverse group of learners from Early Years to GCSE level in Mathematics, English Literature, Biology, History of Art/Architecture; including giving academic support to A-Level students in their studies, proof-reading of essays and dissertations. I am also a specialist-consultant in learning difficulties and disabilities (LDD) and work with children and young adults with a range of learning challenges. My teaching experience spans over 27 years working in international schools abroad...
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£40/hr
5.0
Greg B
English Enthusiastic and Experienced Tutor
I am an enthusiastic tutor who has years of experience tutoring English, maths, history, politics and the 11+ exam, from year 1 through to A-levels. I enjoy being creative with the aim of generating stimulating lessons that inspire students, and I can communicate well at all levels and ages. Mature and lively, I have a variety of outside interests and remain committed to improving my teaching skills further and contributing to your future success, or that of your children. I am a master's degree educated, qualified EFL teacher. The fields that I specialise in are English and maths. However, I can...
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£46/hr
4.9
Michael C
Specialist English Tutor - Specialising in Exams
Hi I'm Michael, I have been an education coach for the past 9 years, helping my students improve and understand why they are not achieving the results that they deserve. I cover many subjects which can be found on my profile but in the main I coach you to become a better version of yourself and assist you in realizing your potential. I have also been a coach and lecturer in universities around the country and in six forms within Birmingham most recently helping in North Birmingham Academy.Over the past 9 years I have helped over 800 students in one to one sessions. The sessions created will be...
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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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Matthew B
My son was really struggling and behind in English (dyslexia and ADHD also). Working with Matthew B really gave his confidence a boost and made him feel like he finally understood how to approach questions and how paragraphs worked and it made a huge improvement on his work and most recent mock papers. Thank you so much for making him feel like he could do it after years of giving up on himself
sophie J
30th Jun 2026
Rhian P
Rhian has been absolutely fantastic helping Herbie prepare for his mock GCSE's. He feels far more confident about his English and is far more confident about his upcoming tests.
James E
29th Jun 2026
Aiman Q
Aiman is great at tailoring lessons exactly to your strengths and weaknesses and helps to develop your skills. The lessons are very informative and enjoyable and thanks to her I improved a lot in my GCSE English studies.
Bhavna A
27th Jun 2026
Libby M
Miss Libby is an exceptionally kind and brilliant educator.
Apart from her excellent knowledge in English, she is a wonderful and warm person. She was kind and patient and made my child comfortable in expressing his concerns.after only a couple of lessons we started to see huge improvements.
His GCSE mocks and main exams went quite well, all thanks to Miss Libby’s lessons!
Fairuz C
27th Jun 2026
Lesley H
We cannot recommend Lesley highly enough. From the very beginning, she built a wonderful rapport with our daughter and helped her develop both her English skills and, just as importantly, her confidence. Her lessons were engaging, supportive and tailored to our daughter's needs, making a real difference to her progress.
Our daughter was delighted with her exam results, and we genuinely believe that Lesley's teaching played a significant part in this success. Her ability to explain concepts clearly, encourage independent thinking and create a positive learning environment has been invaluable.
We feel incredibly fortunate to have found Lesley and are so grateful for the time, effort and dedication she has invested in helping our daughter achieve her potential. We would not hesitate to recommend her to other families looking for an outstanding English tutor.
Maria S
24th Jun 2026
Yasen S
Yasen has been a great English tutor for my son. He is patient, supportive, and explains things clearly. I’ve noticed a real improvement in my son’s confidence and English skills, and we really appreciate his help. I would definitely recommend him to other parents.
Khadija A
23rd Jun 2026
Rachel C
Rachel gave my daughter confidence and belief in herself, she supported her with understanding content, using frameworks to support answers and spent time working through past papers. I am really pleased with my daughters progress she went from Grade 2 in initial mock to 2 points below grade 6 in final mock, still using techniques to improve right up to the exam. Definitely recommend.
Sandra R
22nd Jun 2026
Deborah J
Deborah is a really great English teacher. She helped me a lot when I was struggling and honestly saved my grade. She’s patient, explains things well, and always takes the time to help when you don’t understand something.
I really appreciate the support and encouragement she gave me. She made me feel more confident with English and I’m really grateful for everything she did.
Nazariy M
21st Jun 2026
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Absolutely. We know that getting a grade 7 or above in English is a key requirement for many of Bristol's top sixth forms. Our tutors specialise in helping students master the specific essay and analysis skills needed to secure those higher grades, giving them the best possible chance of success.