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Watching your child navigate the pressures of school can be tough, especially with the Southend 11+ on the horizon. We know many parents in Great Wakering worry about securing a grammar school place and what that means for their child's future GCSE results and university options. It’s completely normal to want the very best for them.
Finding the right one-to-one support can make all the difference. An online English tutor can work with your child to build their skills, grow their confidence, and give them the focused attention they need to shine. It's about creating a positive space where they feel understood and can start to truly enjoy learning.
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Building a Strong Foundation in English for Your Child's Future
Strong English skills open doors for your child at every stage. It starts with building the core comprehension and verbal reasoning abilities needed for the 11+, but it goes much further. For their GCSEs, it’s the key to analysing quotes from 'Macbeth' and writing compelling essays. These are the skills that will help them secure a place on their chosen A-Level course, impress university admissions teams, and communicate clearly in their future career.
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The right tutor does more than just teach; they build a real connection with your child. We help you find an expert who understands their learning style, pinpoints any gaps in their knowledge, and adapts their approach to help them succeed. You can feel reassured knowing we only accept 1 in 8 tutors who apply, and every one is background-checked, so your child is in safe hands.
Every lesson is designed around your child's specific goals. Whether they need to practise verbal reasoning questions for the 11+, get to grips with tricky grammar, or plan a GCSE essay, their tutor will create sessions that give them exactly what they need to make progress. It's why 90% of students who use Tutorful improve by at least one grade.
We make finding that support simple and stress-free. You can browse tutors, read reviews from other parents, and schedule lessons at times that fit around your family's life. With our secure online classroom, your child can get top-quality, focused support from the comfort of home, without you needing to rush to and from appointments.
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9 English tutors in Great Wakering:
£35/hr
4.9
Christina V
Primary English, SEN / EAL support, (KS1 - 3)
**Please send me a message for my up-to-date availability at weekends.I'm an experienced teacher of 17 years with QTS (UK).I'm a trained primary school teacher so I can support KS1 and KS2 English, Literacy, Maths, Reading, Writing, SPaG and Eleven Plus, including SATS preparation for those who require it.I can also support any SEN students in KS3 / GCSE and any exam students who need any extra support or guidance in the exam period.. I can also help IELTS students and anyone learning English as an additional / new language. I`ve been working in schools in the UK since 2007, and since 2016 moved...
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£35/hr
5.0
Debbie B
English Tutor - "KS1 & KS2 positive, fun, child - centred tutor"
I have been teaching in the primary sector for nearly 30 years. I am passionate about education and am able to inspire others to reach their full potential, increase their self-belief and confidence. I have an excellent sense of humour and I like to think that the children I teach find learning fun. I particularly enjoy teaching young children because it still astounds and excites me when I witness the skills and knowledge they are able to acquire in such a short amount of time.I have a wealth of experience in supporting children who find developing their Maths and English skills a challenge.As...
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£31/hr
5.0
Nida A
Determined English tutor
I am a hardworking and determined person that always trying to help others especially when it comes to education. I like to support others and make sure that the person fully understands what is being taught, before moving on to the next topic. If there are barriers to learning which may arise then I will find other methods to make it easier. I am keen to pass on my knowledge in attaining excellent grades (primarily Chemistry, Biology, General Science up to GCSE level). I have experience to teach the elementary English as well.I am working in Education department for more than 10 years now. I have...
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£24/hr
4.5
Gemma H
Patient English tutor
Hello! I'm a dedicated and experienced tutor passionate about fostering a love for learning. I have a strong background in primary teaching, especially Phonics and Writing, as I have taught Early Years and KS1 for the past 4 years in the UK, Romania and Italy.Over the past four years, I've had the privilege of shaping young minds in the primary education landscape. As an enthusiastic and seasoned educator, I've cultivated an engaging learning environment, fostering not only academic excellence but also a love for discovery. My teaching style is a dynamic blend of enthusiasm, creativity, and adaptability....
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£70/hr
5.0
Miriam U
Patient and Adaptable English Tutor
I am a PhD graduate in Language and Linguistics who has been teaching privately and in the higher education sector for a number of years. My thesis was published as a book shortly after graduating. I also hold an MA in Computational Linguistics and a BA in English Language and Literature. I have worked teaching Spanish in Japan, and I have taught in two British universities: Essex and Middlesex. My work experience also covers the private sector, having worked as a legal researcher for a number of years.I also dedicate my time to proofread, write and edit from my own home. I am a native Catalan...
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£62/hr
5.0
Robert P
Experienced, qualified English, VR and NVR teacher
Online teaching onlyI am an experienced and qualified graduate teacher at KS2 and KS3 level (up to and including Year 8) with many years' practice of teaching and preparing pupils for entrance exams to independent and state grammar schools.The importance of a sympathetic and patient approach is an essential quality that I have recognised and practised over a number of years. Pupils will find learning easier if they enjoy the work they are doing. Building confidence in pupils is vital as is ensuring that they understand the work and can thereby express their own ideas and not rely on memory alone....
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£85/hr
4.9
Diana-Rose O
PhD Student and Trainee Medical Doctor Teaching English
I am more than happy to provide online tuition, as well as face-to-face sessions. Hello! My name is Diana and I am currently training to be a medical doctor, whilst studying a PhD. I studied Mathematics, Chemistry and Biology at sixth form, and I have studied a Masters degree in Public Health with Queen Mary's University of London.About me: I have been a tutor with Tutorful for 10 years completing over 2400 sessions. I have been tutoring students of all ages in English, Maths, Science, the piano, and many other subjects. I have taught students who have now gone on to study Medicine at university,...
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£76/hr
5.0
Tatiana S
Practical English Tutor
Many GCSE students understand vocabulary and grammar but struggle to use Spanish confidently in exams. Speaking feels stressful, writing lacks structure and listening often becomes guesswork. This leads to low confidence and inconsistent results, even in students who are capable.My GCSE lessons are structured, calm and exam-focused. I break Spanish down clearly and show students exactly how to build speaking answers, how to write in a way that meets exam criteria and how to approach listening papers with effective strategies. Grammar is explained simply and practiced in context, so students know...
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£162/hr
5.0
John M
Specialist teacher offering English tutoring
I teach English language from primary up to GCSE level. I teachEnglish Literature set texts used by exam boards such as AQA, Pearson Edexcel, Eduqas, and OCR. I also teach the Pearson Edexcel iGCSE and the Cambridge English First Language iGCSE.I work with students with entrance examinations, from 7 plus up to 13 plus.I teach students studying English as a Foreign Language(ESL) who are taking the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) I’m a specialist trained SEN teacher, with a wealth of training and experience working with neurodiversity, including autistic, ADHD and dyslexic s...
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Kwame O
Kwame is a wonderful teacher; he explains things very well.
Sheila S
13th Apr 2026
Hannah L
Hannah is teaching GCSE English to my child. She is very organised, dedicated and has a very good grip on her subject. She helps alot in improving the grades. Highly recommend.
Sabeen T
12th Apr 2026
Nadeem A
We are incredibly grateful to have found such a wonderful English tutor for our son. Before starting lessons, he struggled to stay engaged and lacked confidence in his abilities. However, thanks to the tutor’s patience, creativity, and genuine passion for teaching, everything has changed.
The tutor has a unique way of making lessons fun, interactive, and tailored to our son’s interests. Instead of seeing English as a chore, he now looks forward to every session and even practices on his own without being asked. His confidence in reading, writing, and speaking has improved significantly, and most importantly, he has developed a real love for the subject.
Rimel H
11th Apr 2026
Iman D
My son hasn't had the best experience in English at school and his grade is predicted to be several grades below his other subjects. We are just 3 sessions into tuition and Iman has really helped steer him back on course. He has been patient, knows exactly how to help my son, and I am really impressed that he will take the time out of our sessions to mark any practice questions my son has sent him and offer feedback. I really like how he has clewrly explained exactly what examiners are looking for in responses. I'd happily recommend Iman, particularly if you or your child needs boosting to a passing grade. My son is very happy with his tuition and so am I!
Faye A
10th Apr 2026
Johanna P
extremely good, my daughter just started taking lessons with her new tutor but i found her new tutor is really good and very capable.
Sabeen T
8th Apr 2026
Flora I
As a year 11 student, I have been quite stressed out with upcoming exams and coursework, in which Flora has massively helped me in terms of reaching my full potential in both English Lit/Lang and to be a more confident writer.
Gemma H
8th Apr 2026
Joshua V
Really great and Patient
Manthos K
4th Apr 2026
Sophie S
Sophie is wonderful! I've progressed from achieving a 6 in literature, and being quite stressed about it, to a 9 and really enjoying the subject. I look forward to our lessons, and she's incredibly knowledgeable and passionate about english, as well as knowing how to appeal to examiners. She's also especially good at working to your level, and tailoring your lessons to your needs.
Roshnee C
2nd Apr 2026
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Absolutely. Many of our English tutors have specific experience helping children prepare for the 11+ exam. They can focus on strengthening core English skills, improving comprehension, and building confidence in verbal reasoning, which are all key parts of the test.