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It's completely understandable to feel the pressure when your child is aiming for a top local sixth form like Greenhead College. You know that securing a grade 7 or 8 in their English GCSEs is a crucial step, and you want to give them the best possible support to get there.
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Why a Strong GCSE in English Opens Doors for Your Child
A great grade in GCSE English is more than just a pass; it’s a key that unlocks your child's future choices. It’s essential for applications to the most competitive colleges and for securing their preferred A-Level subjects. The skills they'll develop – from analysing a key quote in 'Macbeth' to crafting a persuasive argument for their Language paper – are exactly what top Russell Group universities like Leeds and Sheffield look for. It gives them the foundation they need to succeed.
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Personalised English Support, Perfectly Matched to Your Child
The right tutor is a partner in your child's learning. That's why we only accept 1 in 8 tutors who apply, ensuring they are not just subject experts but also supportive mentors who are fully background-checked. They'll take the time to understand your child's unique learning style and the specific areas of the English curriculum they find tricky, creating a supportive space where they feel comfortable asking questions. Imagine lessons built entirely around your child's needs. Whether they're struggling with poetry analysis or need to refine their essay technique for English Language, every one-to-one session is tailored to help them make real progress. This focused approach is why 90% of students improve by at least one grade, and we can help boost your child's GCSE results by up to 2 grades. With online tutoring, you can find the perfect English specialist from across the UK without worrying about travel. It's simple to book lessons that fit around your family's busy schedule, giving your child the expert help they need, right from your home in Holmfirth. It's no wonder over 200,000 students have found success with us.
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12 English tutors in Holmfirth:
£40/hr
4.9
James F
Creative & Experienced English Tutor
[NOW TAKING ON LESSONS IN THE MORNINGS/AFTERNOONS; BOOK NOW TO SECURE THE OPTIMAL SPOT FOR YOU AND PREVENT SUMMER REGRESSION!]Tutoring ServicesWith nearly 14 years of experience at tuition companies and private tuition, I specialise in transforming Maths and English skills for children from KS1 to GCSE. My expertise includes support for 11+/Entrance Exams, covering essential topics such as NVR, VR, and Maths/English, and assisting with proof reading work documents for professional IT companies.Personalised ApproachI am trained in National Curriculum teaching methods and SEN management, tailoring...
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£35/hr
5.0
Tudor B
Dedicated English tutor
With a combined 10 years' of education experience across two institutions, I have encountered many types of students - some aged 16, some aged 60. All present very unique educational needs, or even sensory needs; at times, it is necessary for me to deliver or reiterate classroom content through British Sign Language (BSL), something I would be more than happy to do with clients here as well. My responsibility as a Learning Link Tutor is to bridge the gap between learner and tutor within the classroom, and academically support the students who need it. Although I only possess a Level 4 teaching...
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£39/hr
5.0
Melanie B
Engaging, patient and experienced tutor in English
I am available for the following: • English literature and language - year 5 up to GCSE, functional skills & A Level • Maths - year 5 up to foundation paper GCSE and functional skills • History - year 7 up to GCSE & A LevelI am a fully qualified teacher who’s spent five years in education and I have two degrees (honours and masters). I originally qualified in secondary history, before transferring to work as a Catch Up and Intervention Lead with upper primary students, focusing on English and maths. Later I secured a contract to work as a functional skills tutor with apprentices, also focusing on Engl...
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£54/hr
5.0
Emma S
Experienced tutor, specialising in SEN. English
I have 14 years teaching experience, specialising in SEN.I’m a dedicated primary tutor with a passion for making learning fun, engaging, and interactive. I believe that when children enjoy their lessons, they not only learn more effectively but also build confidence and a real love for learning.My tutoring approach is tailored to each child’s needs, combining clear teaching with creative activities that make sessions enjoyable and rewarding. Whether your child needs extra support or an extra challenge, I create lessons that are both structured and stimulating.To enhance learning, I use Google Cla...
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£24/hr
5.0
Zineb M
Creative and passionate English tutor
Hi, I’m Zineb,I am a fully qualified teacher with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), and I hold a degree in English Literature. I have taught in Primary and Secondary schools as well as Colleges. I am familiar with several exam boards (AQA, Edexcel, OCR & IGCSE).I have extensive experience tutoring students up to the age of 18 in English (including spelling and grammar) and Arabic for foreigners. I am passionate about teaching and take great satisfaction in helping my students achieve their goals and dreams.My goal is to expand my students’ knowledge and interest in the subjects they wish to improve in,...
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£54/hr
5.0
Sarah M
Experienced and qualified English Tutor
I have a long career in teaching English Language and Literature, both KS3, KS4 and A Level, and have a wealth of knowledge that will help you to achieve success in your studies. I have taught in schools for over 25 years and have considerable experience teaching online and as a private tutor. I have also worked as an examiner for AQA focusing on English Language, and have extensive experience teaching ESL. In my lessons I use a range of interactive tools such as Nearpod, Mentimeter and Wordwall, resources and fun activities tailored to suit individual needs and requirements. My aim is that each...
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£45/hr
4.9
Kayleigh W
Passionate and enthusiastic English Tutor
I have been a teacher of both English Language and Literature for the past 5 years. I am proud to have been a help to a number of students who have gone on to successfully sit for their GCSEs. I am particularly experienced with the AQA GCSE exam format, but I am qualified to teach all exam boards.I am currently reading for my PhD at the University of York, where I am studying English romantic literature, with a particular focus on the study of Keats. I completed my PGCE at the University of Nottingham. However, I did my BA at the University of Malta as that is where I grew up before moving to the...
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£62/hr
5.0
Ruth M
GCSE English Specialist
OFFERING SUPPORT WITH EXAMINATIONS AND CONFIDENCE BUILDING.Friendly, experienced and qualified teacher looking forward to helping you or your child build confidence in English.Hello and welcome.I am a well qualified and experienced English teacher, having worked in schools and colleges for over 20 years.I’m now offering one-to-one tuition from my home library online to support your child's learning, English skills and confidence.I can provide revision materials or you and your child can set the topic.Repeat lessons are recommended so that progress can be sure and steady. I am here to support i...
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£44/hr
5.0
Victoria B
Enthusiastic English tutor
Icurrently have limited availability. I have some mid week slots in the daytime and after school on a Monday,Tuesday or Wednesday and Friday. Is your child currently doing GCSE’S? I specialise in AQA and Eduqas. Contact today to secure your child’s place. If you want them to boost their knowledge to hit the top grades or they need support to gain a pass, I can help. I have been a qualified teacher of English for 27 Years. I have taught for 13 Years in Secondary Schools and 10 Years in a variety of Primary Schools. I have tutored children about to complete entrance exams for Secondary School,pupils stu...
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£116/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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£57/hr
4.9
Florence B
Cheerful and effective English Tutor!
Hello! Fantastic to meet you, I'm Florence. I've been a qualified primary school teacher for twelve years now, and loved every moment. From Phonics in Reception to Maths and Science in Year 6, I've taught it all. I teach with enthusiasm and passion, and this is what gets my students great results in their learning journey. To ensure good progress, I find out about a student's interests and try to personalise lessons at every opportunity. Over my career so far, I've taught in several junior, primary and first schools across the West Midlands, worked as a TA in a school for dyslexic children in Denmark...
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£85/hr
5.0
Cristina P
Experienced English Tutor
I have over 30 years' experience teaching English in secondary education and at university level, and have also trained and worked as an A-level English literature examiner. Through in-depth knowledge of exam requirements, focusing on both knowledge and skills, and structured coaching and revision, my students achieve high grades consistently, growing in skills and confidence as they do so.Some of my proudest momentswere seeing Mark and Hanson pass their Common Entrance to gain places at Eton; Mei completing a journey from barely functional English to an 8 in English Literature GCSE within 18 months;...
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Anita S
Anita is a fantastic tutor who has made me better understand how to approach my english gcses and has given me greatly boosted confidence in my exams
Ishaq H
21st Nov 2025
Holly F
Well organised and engaging lessons. My son is really enjoying Holly’s sessions. She is reliable and gives useful feedback.
Sarah E
20th Nov 2025
Lee N
Lee is a great English tutor! He makes every lesson engaging and has really helped my son understand how to analyse texts properly. His explanations are clear and his feedback is constructive. Highly recommended.
Farrah C
18th Nov 2025
Josh L
Josh has been tutoring my son for several weeks now. When asking my son what he thought of the sessions she shared that the lessons were varied and he makes it interesting and fun, ( My Son is in year 10 - age 14) We were looking for a tutor to help my son with his English as he had a difficult year last year with his teacher and it became a dread and a stress. Having Josh tutoring him has given him more confidence in the subject. He is keen to have the lesson and always comes down afterwards and shares something good about it. He seems to be progressing well at school and I know these sessions can only be helping with that.
Timothy B
17th Nov 2025
Nikolaus T
Lovely tutor, very helpful and concise with the additional support, as well as making sure I was confident on the topics we discussed. Very interactive and informative with making sure my thesis and essay writing structure was at a highest level it could be, gave me a really good insight into top band essay skills that I will be using from now on!!
Kaitlyn C
17th Nov 2025
Grace B
My daughter worked with Grace as she wanted to re-take her English Language GCSE to improve her grade. My daughter thought Grace was a fantastic teacher. After her first lesson she said she had learnt more in an hour with her than she had in her previous two years at school! She has a lovely friendly manner and put my daughter at ease straight away. She also puts a lot into the lessons through preparation, marking and generally guiding the learning where it's needed most. As an examiner herself she also has a clear understanding of what students need to work on to succeed. Couldn't recommend her highly enough and whether or not my daughter does improve her grade, I know that the lessons were worthwhile. Thank you Grace!
Jo A
16th Nov 2025
John M
John has been nothing short of a miracle worker with our Year 9 son. In a matter of a few lessons his confidence in English has really grown. He was previously really disengaged with English & it was a real effort to get him to spend any amount of time on it. Now with John’s encouragement, he actually shows me his English homework & wants to improve, work at it. Highly recommend
Maeve C
12th Nov 2025
Lisa L
Lisa is an excellent tutor, patient, calm and most importantly extremely engaging. My children have seen a huge benefit from Lisa's coaching and guidance over the last few months. I couldn't recommend her highly enough!
Sabha A
10th Nov 2025
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My child has their heart set on Greenhead College. Can a tutor help with that?
Absolutely. Our tutors are experienced in helping students achieve the high grades needed for competitive sixth forms. They can focus specifically on the skills and knowledge required to target a grade 7, 8, or 9 in GCSE English, strengthening your child's application.
We're hoping for a Russell Group university like Leeds or Sheffield. How can an English tutor help now?
A strong GCSE in English is a vital stepping stone for a top university application. A tutor helps build a solid foundation of critical thinking and analytical skills that are essential for A-Levels and beyond. Securing a great grade now keeps their options open for the future.
How do I choose the right English tutor for my child?
You can browse tutor profiles to see their experience, qualifications, and a short video introduction. Reading reviews from other parents is also a great way to get a feel for their teaching style. You can even message them for free before booking to ensure they're a perfect match.
What if my child doesn't get on with their first tutor?
We want to make sure you find the perfect fit, which is why we have our First Lesson Guarantee. If you don't get on with your tutor, email our support team at support@tutorful.co.uk and we will cover your first session with a new tutor.
How much does an English tutor in Holmfirth cost?
Our tutors set their own hourly rates, typically starting from £15. The price is based on their experience and qualifications. You can easily filter by price on our search page to find a brilliant tutor who fits your budget.
Are all the tutors background-checked?
Yes, your child's safety is our top priority. Every tutor on our platform undergoes a thorough vetting process, including an identity and background check, before they can start teaching.
How can a tutor help my child build confidence?
One-to-one tuition provides a safe, encouraging environment where your child can ask questions without feeling embarrassed. As they start to grasp difficult topics and see their skills improve, their confidence naturally grows, both in the subject and in themselves.
What happens in a typical online English lesson?
Lessons take place in our purpose-built online classroom, which features an interactive whiteboard, video chat, and file sharing. A tutor might work through past paper questions with your child, help them plan an essay, or break down a complex text together.
Can a tutor help with both GCSE English Language and English Literature?
Yes, many of our English tutors are experts in both parts of the GCSE curriculum. You can check their profiles or message them directly to confirm they cover the specific exam board and texts your child is studying.
How often should my child have a lesson?
Most families opt for one hour-long lesson per week, but it's completely flexible. You can arrange a schedule that works for your child and their goals, whether that's regular weekly support or a few intensive sessions before an exam.
Is this just for academic subjects like English and Maths?
While we have thousands of tutors for core subjects, we also offer support in a huge range of other areas. You can find tutors for modern languages, musical instruments like guitar and piano, and even practical skills like coding.
How do I know if my child is making progress?
Our tutors provide regular feedback on your child's development. You can also message your tutor at any time to discuss their progress and the topics they've been covering in lessons. It's a partnership between you, your child, and the tutor.