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Expert Online English Tutors in Cookham to Help Your Child Succeed
Living in Cookham, it’s understandable to feel the pressure of the 11+ and nearby selective schools like Sir William Borlase's Grammar. You want to give your child the best possible start, and it's natural to worry if their English comprehension and creative writing skills are strong enough to open those important doors.
Finding the right support can make all the difference. Our online English tutors offer friendly, one-to-one guidance, helping your child not just prepare for exams, but build a genuine confidence in their abilities that will support them through their GCSEs, A-Levels, and beyond.
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How Strong English Skills Open Doors for Your Child
Strong English skills are more than just a requirement for passing the 11+ or getting good GCSEs; they're the foundation for success in almost every other subject. From clearly structuring an argument in a History essay to understanding complex problems in Science, good comprehension and writing skills are essential. A tutor can help your child master everything from analysing quotes in 'Macbeth' to crafting persuasive arguments, building a toolkit of skills that will be vital for college, university, and their future career.
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We know you want the best for your child, which is why we're so selective—only 1 in 8 tutors who apply make it onto our platform. The right tutor does more than just teach; they get to know your child, understand their learning style, and build a supportive partnership. This personal connection helps turn 'I can't do this' into 'I can give it a try'. Forget one-size-fits-all lessons. Every online session is built around your child's specific goals. Whether they need to strengthen their creative writing for the 11+, get to grips with analysing poetry for their GCSEs, or simply build reading confidence, the tutor will tailor the lesson to focus on what matters most. It’s this focused approach that helps 90% of our students improve by at least one grade. Juggling school runs, clubs, and homework is hard enough. Our online platform makes finding support simple. You can connect with the perfect English tutor from anywhere in the UK, scheduling lessons at times that fit around your family's busy life. All your child needs is a laptop and an internet connection to start learning from the comfort of home.
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8 English tutors in Cookham:
£37/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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£29/hr
5.0
Emily B
Experienced English tutor
My name is Emily. I have been qualified as an English secondary school teacher for four years and I have also completed over a year of one-to-one tutoring. I teach the AQA GCSE English Language and Literature exam curriculum. I can provide lessons on the GCSE texts: An Inspector Calls, Macbeth, A Christmas Carol and Power and Conflict poetry.I recently spent a year teaching in Australia where I gained experience teaching students at primary level. Therefore, I would be happy to tutor younger students and support them in the improvement of their English and literacy skills.I am a friendly, patient...
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£24/hr
5.0
Owais M
Effective English tutor
I am a fun loving teacher helping students to understand basic concepts and knowledge of the topic by breaking it down into smaller chunks for the students to understand the methods easily. I love helping students to succeed and doing well. I like to engage with students with love of learning with the students doing well. I am hard working where I like students to do well in all subjects and I show examples and of the concept so that students understand it well before they try it out themselves. I always introduce end of topic assessments for students to complete after the lesson. In this way it...
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£70/hr
5.0
Saira Q
English English, Phonics Maths tutor
I am a highly experienced and passionate primary school teacher with 27 years of teaching experience, currently working as a Key Stage One Phase Leader in a successful primary school, where I also have my own class. This dual role allows me to remain closely connected to classroom practice while supporting staff across the phase to deliver high-quality teaching and learning.I specialise in English, Maths, and phonics for primary-aged children and have a proven track record of achieving outstanding results, particularly in phonics screening. My lessons are consistently rated as outstanding, and...
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£93/hr
5.0
Jessica P
English 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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£40/hr
5.0
Kevin A
Experienced Qualified Mature English
RESULTS ORIENTATED: UNIVERSITY DIssertations - Guidance on structure , planning and argument.I have advised on subjects from micro- biology to religious architecture! I meet deadlines.A LEVEL History- Tudors- Stuarts 1603- 1714- French Revolution- Russian Revolution , Lenin, Stalin and Post war Teaching is very closely aligned to actual questions,I teach essay writing, and essay improvement. I happily explain the hard factGCSE ENGLISH Concentrating on critical analysis. language techniques,structure and commentary. The tutoring is very closely related to real exams using past papers to provide...
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£39/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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£60/hr
4.9
Myles M
English Tutor- Making English Great Again! (QTS,PGCE) GCSE
A culturally aware, qualified teacher, who is passionate about sharing knowledge. I studied English for over 12 years which culminated in a 2.1 in English Literature and Media and A's at GCSE and A Level. My teacher training was completed in a secondary school awarded 'Outstanding' by Ofsted in South West London. This school is the 'second highest performing boys school in London'. I have also previously taught in a private English language school in Shanghai and at a public secondary school in Daegu. I have the highest repeat student ratio of all qualified teachers on the website (top 0.1%) (220...
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Jessica C
Jessica is a kind and patient tutor and I would highly recommend her. My daughter has already started to improve in English and feels more confident with her work. She explains things clearly and makes the lessons enjoyable – in my daughter’s words, she is “sweet, nice and very good at teaching.”
Alin C
16th Dec 2025
Molly M
Excellent teacher!
Molly is friendly, patient and supportive tutor.
She is helping my son with English year 9, and I can see improvement already after a few lessons.
I would definitely recommend.
Jehan E
14th Dec 2025
Mohammad Adnan Z
Very good tutor. Very well spoken and knows his stuff
Emir H
10th Dec 2025
Ian S
My son had a few English GCSE lessons with Ian now and he’s been great. He explains things clearly, is very patient, and always gives helpful feedback. He even stays a bit longer sometimes to finish the lesson properly. Really appreciate his support!
Joanna
Joanna J
10th Dec 2025
Ben D
Ben is amazing English tutor and we are so happy that we found him. My son has 2 lessons per week and always wait them. Lessons are well structured and interesting, well explained and organised. The best recommendation to Ben.
Also after all lessons we have feedback and Ben is very responsible and consistent .
Aiste S
10th Dec 2025
Megan G
Over the past few months, Megan has been an incredible support for my son during what has been a very challenging period for him. Her patience and encouragement has made a huge difference not only to his English and maths skills but also to his confidence and attitude towards learning.
Megan has adapted each lesson to his needs, finding creative ways to help him stay engaged. It’s clear she puts a tremendous amount of thought and effort into her teaching.
I am truly grateful for everything and cannot recommend Megan highly enough.
AnneMarie M
9th Dec 2025
Joanna H
Our teenage daughter has had weekly 1:1 English sessions with Joanna for one year, whilst working towards an exam.
She has made great progress, with regards to both her skills and confidence.
Joanna has been an exceptionally good tutor, she has built a great working relationship over time.
She is competent and makes the sessions fun and enjoyable. Our daughter really looks forward to each tutorial.
Highly recommend, without reservation.
Andrew B
9th Dec 2025
Matthew B
Matthew has been teaching my son since September and he absolutely enjoys the lessons. He explains writing in a way my son can understand, and we’ve already seen a boost in his confidence.
Really friendly, patient, and supportive — we’re very happy with the progress so far. Highly recommend!
Dandan L
7th Dec 2025
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We live in Cookham and are aiming for a place at a Buckinghamshire grammar school. Can a tutor help with 11+ English preparation?
Absolutely. Many of our English tutors specialise in 11+ preparation and are familiar with the requirements for the Buckinghamshire system. They can help your child build confidence in key areas like comprehension, vocabulary, and creative writing, working through practice papers and developing effective exam techniques.
My child is hoping to attend Sir William Borlase's Grammar School. Can I find a tutor with experience helping students get into selective schools?
Yes. You can use our search filters to find tutors with specific experience in entrance exams and helping students prepare for selective schools. You can also read tutor profiles and reviews from other parents to find the perfect match for your child's goals.
How do I choose the right English tutor for my child?
Take a look at tutor profiles to read about their experience, teaching style, and reviews from other parents. You can message them for free before booking to ask any questions and make sure they feel like a good fit for your child's personality and learning needs.
What if we don't click with the first tutor?
We want to make sure it's the right fit for your child. That's why we have our First Lesson Guarantee. If you don't get on with your first tutor for any reason, just email our support team at support@tutorful.co.uk and we will cover your first session with a new tutor.
How much does an online English tutor cost?
Prices vary depending on the tutor's experience and qualifications. Tutors set their own hourly rates, which are clearly displayed on their profiles. This allows you to find an experienced, high-quality tutor that fits your family's budget.
Are all the tutors background-checked?
Yes, your child's safety is our top priority. Every single tutor on our platform has passed an enhanced background check. We are also very selective, and only accept 1 in every 8 tutors who apply, so you can be sure you're choosing from the best.
How do online lessons work?
Our online classroom has everything your child needs for a great lesson, including a video chat, an interactive whiteboard, and a way to share documents. It's a simple and effective way to learn one-to-one from the comfort of your home.
How can a tutor help my child if they've lost confidence in English?
Confidence is key to learning. A private tutor provides a safe, encouraging space where your child can ask questions without feeling embarrassed. By breaking down tricky topics and celebrating small wins, a tutor can help rebuild their self-belief, step by step.
Can tutoring help my child with their GCSE English exams?
Yes, definitely. A tutor can provide focused support to help your child master the specific texts and skills needed for their GCSEs. They can help with everything from analysing 'Macbeth' to structuring essays. In fact, we find that our one-to-one support can help students improve their GCSE results by up to two grades.
How often should my child have a lesson?
Most families find that one lesson a week works well, as it creates a consistent routine for learning. However, the frequency is completely up to you and can be arranged with your tutor to fit your child's needs and your family's schedule.
Is tutoring only for academic subjects like English?
Not at all! While we have fantastic tutors for core subjects like English, Maths, and Science, we also have experts who can teach practical skills and hobbies. Your child can learn anything from coding and playing the guitar to a new language.
What results can I expect from tutoring?
Every child learns at their own pace, but our goal is to help them build both skills and confidence. The personalised attention from a tutor often leads to fantastic progress. We're proud that 90% of students who use Tutorful improve by at least one grade, and we have over 4,100 reviews from parents with an average rating of 4.6 stars.