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As a parent in Reading, it’s natural to feel the pressure of local school competition. When you see the high standards for grammar schools like Reading School and Kendrick School, you might worry if your child’s creative writing or comprehension skills are strong enough for the 11+ exam. That concern doesn't disappear; it often continues right through to GCSEs, where a top grade in English can feel essential for their future A-Level and university choices.
Finding the right one-to-one English tutor can make all the difference. It’s not about adding more pressure; it’s about giving your child a supportive space to build skills and confidence at their own pace. A personal tutor can help untangle tricky concepts and turn 'I can't' into 'I can'.
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Why a Strong Grasp of English is Key for Your Child's Future
Strong English skills are the foundation for success in almost every other subject. From crafting a compelling story for the 11+ to analysing the nuances of a Shakespearean sonnet for GCSEs, the ability to understand and communicate clearly is vital. These are the skills that help your child write persuasive essays, excel in exams, and confidently articulate their ideas at college, university, and in their future career. A good grade in English doesn't just pass an exam; it opens doors.
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Personalised English Tuition in Reading to Help Your Child Thrive
We know you want the best for your child, which is why we're so selective, accepting only 1 in 8 tutors who apply. The right private English tutor takes the time to understand exactly how your child learns. They’ll quickly spot if it’s structuring arguments or understanding poetry that’s causing trouble, creating a supportive partnership that helps your child feel understood and ready to learn.
This means every one-to-one lesson is built around your child's specific goals. If the 11+ is on the horizon, sessions can focus entirely on exam technique and comprehension practice. If they're struggling with 'An Inspector Calls' for their GCSEs, their tutor can dedicate time to breaking down themes and characters. It’s this focused support that helps 90% of our students improve by at least one grade.
With our flexible online platform, you can find the perfect background-checked tutor for your child without adding extra travel to your busy family schedule. You can arrange lessons for times that suit you, all from the comfort of your home. It's why over 4,100 parents have rated us 4.6 stars – we make finding expert help simple and stress-free.
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9 English tutors in Reading:
£36/hr
4.7
Monazzah Y
Experienced English Afrikaans, History, Geography
My name is Monazzah, I have tutored for 7 years and I have attained a Bachelor's degree in Education(BEd) specialising in History and Geography.My method of teaching is creative and to the style in which the student feels comfortable with. I am willing to do online and contact teaching. I can assist with homework, understanding of the content and preparations for tests and exams. I have tutored students that have mentally disable challenges as well as provided counseling for such students. I can assist the students to gain a better understanding of the subject content and also help and advice them...
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£28/hr
5.0
James O
Great Business English tutor
I am an enthusiastic tutor who likes to tailor my lessons to each individual student. I like to find out what works for them and what doesn’t and try to work around their timelines by adapting to what they like. I specialise in Business studies. Happy to go through exam questions and assist with proof reading and giving real life advice with examples that I have experienced both practical and theoretical. I have recently joined this app and looking to impart my wisdom and experiences and looking to see students grow. A typical lesson would be prepared in advice and agreed with the student so t...
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£44/hr
5.0
Beth D
Creative and targeted English tutor
Hello! I have two years of private tutoring experience and I’m a friendly, enthusiastic tutor wanting to help students achieve the best grades possible. I use a personalised approach in my teaching methods as no two students are the same and if I find that something isn’t working for any individual I will always change my approach to find an understanding, whether that be incorporating drawings and visual aids or providing every day examples. I think tutoring can be fun and enjoyable with the right person for you behind the screen! I like to make my lessons interactive rather than a lecture sty...
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£47/hr
5.0
Sofia C
Enthusiastic English tutor
Highlights: - All A*s at GCSE and A-level (2023-2026) - 50/50 marks in English coursework (2025) - Oxford university offer (2025 & 2026) - Fluent (native) Spanish speaker; near-fluent in French (living in Paris) - 5+ years of tutoring experience.Hi! My name is Sofia, and I recently completed my A-level exams (Spanish, French, English Language & Literature), for which I am predicted all A* grades. In my English coursework, I achieved 50/50 marks. I hold an offer from Oxford University to read French, starting this autumn. I am fluent in Spanish and near-fluent in French, having lived in Paris for...
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£31/hr
5.0
Davina P
Experienced Head of Y5 and current Year 6 Teacher English
A highly motivated and experienced primary teacher, I am a former Head of Year 5 and currently teach Year 6. Alongside this, I have over a decade of tutoring experience, supporting learners from Year 2 through to adult education.I pride myself on ensuring that every student I work with makes clear progress, builds confidence, and can apply their learning across the curriculum. My sessions are engaging, supportive, and purposeful, students leave each lesson feeling positive, accomplished, and motivated to continue improving.With my background as both a classroom teacher and school leader, I understand...
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£62/hr
4.9
Clare C
Looking for last minute 11+English Tutoring? Look no further!
I lived abroad for many years teaching in the British School of Rio de Janeiro and have experience teaching KS2, KS3, GCSE and IB students. I have also taught University Level classes in pedagogy and the art of teaching. I have experience working with SEN children and encouraging those with learning difficulties to reach their full potential.
During my time at the British School I taught Key Stage 3 ICT we covered topics like video making, podcasts, spreadsheets, databases, word-processing, e-safety, communications, project management, hardware and software, using a variety of different software...
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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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£63/hr
4.8
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 also have the highest repeat student ratio of all qualified teachers on the website (239 students/4250+hours)....
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£36/hr
5.0
Miriam U
Patient and Adaptable English Tutor
High-quality, tailored tuition from a professional linguist. With over 3,550 hours of private tutoring experience and 137 repeat students, I help learners build immediate confidence, master complex language structures, and achieve top grades.
As a native Spanish speaker with a PhD in Linguistics from a UK university and 25 years of live in the UK, I understand how to bridge the gap between English and Spanish for my students.
Spanish Tuition: Expert preparation from absolute beginner up to GCSE, A-Level, IB, and Scottish Highers.
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Emma H
My daughter is taking her GCSEs next year so decided to help her by getting her an English tutor. Emma has been brilliant, Emily’s normal quite shy but I can hear her asking and answering questions. Very happy we found her.
Kelly J
8th Jul 2026
Abigail M
Abi has been tutoring my daughter for the past couple of months, and we couldn’t be happier. She is such a kind, friendly, and patient tutor who has made learning something my daughter genuinely looks forward to every week.
Not only are her lessons engaging and enjoyable, but it’s clear that Abi puts a lot of time and effort into preparing for each one. She goes above and beyond outside of the lessons to make sure they’re tailored and well planned, and it really shows.
It’s been wonderful to see my daughter’s confidence grow, and she can’t wait for her lesson each week. I would highly recommend Abi to anyone looking for a caring, dedicated, and fantastic tutor. Thank you for all your hard work!
Kyana O
8th Jul 2026
Molly L
Molly has been helping with IGCSE English and has been a brilliant teacher. She is very understanding , patient and gives excellent constructive feedback. Helps explain underlying questions and how best to give a correct answers. Super thanks again Molly!!
Tim L
7th Jul 2026
Lucy C
Delighted with the progress and confidence that's building in our son so early on with Lucy!
Sarah T
7th Jul 2026
Peter S
Excellent Teacher, my son achieved grade 7 in three months from grade 3
Mrs K
6th Jul 2026
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
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Absolutely. Many of our English tutors specialise in 11+ preparation and are familiar with the requirements for competitive grammar schools. They can help your child build confidence in key areas like creative writing, comprehension, and verbal reasoning to give them the best possible chance of success.