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Find the Right Online English Tutor in North Finchley to Help Your Child Succeed
In a competitive area like North Finchley, we know you want to give your child the best possible chance to shine. The pressure around the 11+ English exam for schools like St Michael's or The Henrietta Barnett can feel immense, and you might worry whether your child's creative writing and comprehension skills will stand out.
That same drive for success continues right through to GCSEs at excellent schools like The Compton or Wren Academy. A personal English tutor can be a wonderful partner in this journey. They provide friendly, one-to-one support that focuses entirely on your child, helping them build both their skills and their self-belief, one lesson at a time.
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Why Strong English Skills Open Doors for Your Child
A great grade in English isn't just a certificate; it's a key that unlocks future opportunities. It's the foundation for strong A-Level applications and a critical requirement for top universities. More than that, it teaches your child how to communicate with confidence, think critically, and express their ideas clearly. Whether they're analysing a tricky poem for their GCSEs or structuring a compelling story for their 11+, the skills they learn will help them succeed in whatever they choose to do next.
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We believe the best learning happens when your child feels understood and supported. That’s why we only accept 1 in every 8 tutors who apply, ensuring your child is learning from an expert who is not only background-checked but also brilliant at what they do. They'll take the time to get to know your child, understand how they learn, and build a positive, encouraging relationship that makes learning feel less like a chore.
Every online lesson is designed around your child’s specific needs. If they’re struggling with comprehension techniques for the 11+, their tutor can focus on that. If they need to get to grips with Shakespeare for their GCSEs, the session will be tailored to break it down in a way that makes sense to them. It’s this personalised approach that helps 90% of our students improve by at least one grade.
Finding the right support shouldn't add more stress to your family's busy schedule. With our online lessons, you can connect with the perfect English tutor from the comfort of your North Finchley home, at a time that works for you. No travel, no fuss – just expert, flexible support that fits seamlessly into your life.
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7 English tutors in North Finchley:
£33/hr
5.0
Gresa P
Excellent English tutor
I am a student at UCL studying Politics and International Relations, and I have 250+ hours of tutoring students between the ages of 5-18 in a wide range of subjects, with many unique needs.I'm a passionate and dedicated tutor with vast experience in empowering students to achieve their academic goals. I have successfully tutored students from all backgrounds, helping them improve grades, gain confidence, and develop a genuine passion for learning. My experience spans various age groups and learning levels, giving me deep knowledge of exam boards and curriculums.Lessons are personalised to enhance...
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£39/hr
5.0
Aqsa R
Effective English tutor
Hi, I am an enthusiastic individual who likes helping and interacting with other people. I am willing to help each individual in a manner which will suit them best. Part of my everyday job is also helping people, which I love.
Being a youth leader, I know what is required of me to help each child and to understand that each child has different needs and potentials. I am a trustworthy and reliable individual who will put 100% effort into each individual I work with. I will be prepared for each lesson and will provide the work. If the child has anything in particular that they want me to go through...
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£24/hr
5.0
Sara C
English literacy, Phonics
About MeI am a qualified Primary Teacher with 14 years of experience across EYFS and primary in the UK, USA and Egypt. I have a strong background in supporting children with SEND, and my training as a Registered Behaviour Technician allows me to adapt learning for a wide range of needs and abilities. I am fully trained in the RWI phonics programme and confident in delivering high‑quality, structured phonics teaching. I create warm, inclusive learning environments where every child feels supported, motivated and able to succeed. What I TeachI specialise in supporting KS1 and KS2 learners with E...
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£25/hr
4.8
Sana K
Enthusiastic and Experienced English Tutor!
Hi! My name is Sana Khan. I understand the difficulties and pressures that schools put on children and am confident in finding ways to help children learn in their own way, building on their strengths and overcoming their weaknesses. I am approachable, understanding and committed to my students to allow them to achieve high grades.I have over four years worth of experience in tutoring Maths and English to primary aged students in which, I provide interactive 1-2-1 tutoring sessions and assist in the development of stronger learning and studying techniques, whilst enhancing active skills. I have...
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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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£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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£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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Cate P
I cannot recommend Cate highly enough. Cate has worked brilliantly with my son, building confidence, developing answer structures, specific and explicit knowledge. The inside track to success that should be given to every pupil. As I said, highly recommended, with absolute confidence. Thank you Cate.
Shaun L
20th May 2026
Matthew B
My son hated English and was let down both by his school teacher and another tutor on this platform. Desperate to help my son with his English GCSE I chanced upon Matthew’s profile on Tutorful.
Matthew tutored my son for English language and literature GCSEs- and my son’s confidence in English increased exponentially.
The English GCSE exams are tomorrow and my son is for the first time confident about facing an English exam. He is in the best position that he has ever been in his entire year for English.
Can’t thank Matthew enough for his support. My son commented that he might not miss English as subject but he will miss Matthew as a teacher- because Matthew is one of the best teachers ever.
If you are looking for an English tutor for your child- look no further and I say this in all honesty.
Aarthi M
20th May 2026
Tilly B
Tilly’s currently tutoring our yr9 son and we couldn’t be happier! After 2 years of struggling with both English and Science and refusing to even contemplate a tutor, he finally asked for help at the beginning of this school year. I’m delighted to say that in the time that Tilly’s been helping him, his grades have vastly improved. She’s been absolutely brilliant with him and he’s not once wanted to skip a lesson, I honestly can’t recommend her highly enough.
Eloise C
20th May 2026
Keely S
Keely has been really careful in her lesson preparation and in keeping me up to date with how my son has been getting on. He really likes her lessons and feels that he is making good progress at school. Thank you!
Alison J
19th May 2026
Lauren S
Lauren was the most amazing tutor,she was the sweetest and helped me so much,I honestly used to look forward to every session because I knew she would be so kind and helpful and she was so easy to ask for help if I had any questions and super understanding.She also knew how to make every session enjoyable while making sure it helped significantly,it’s honestly difficult to put into words how amazing she is so all I can truly say to her is thank you for everything :).
Muqaddas M
19th May 2026
Sandra R
Sandra has been fantastic. My daughter had a series of lessons with her in the run up to her English Lit GCSE and found them invaluable in preparing her for the exams.
Thea B
19th May 2026
Monika B
Monika has been tutoring my daughter since the beginning of the year and has found the sessions very helpful. They work on exam techniques in preparation for GCSES and since starting tuition, she has improved by one full grade in both English GCSE papers between her autumn and spring mock exams. Would highly recommend! :)
Katie H
18th May 2026
Rebecca W
My daughter loves having lessons with Rebecca! She’s only 6 so difficult to keep her attention but the classes are really fun and easy to engage!
Sandra G
18th May 2026
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Yes, absolutely. Many of our English tutors specialise in 11+ preparation and have specific experience helping children with the requirements for competitive grammar schools. You can view their profiles to see their expertise and even message them to ask about their approach to creative writing and comprehension.