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We understand that with the highly competitive Salisbury grammar schools so close by, you want to give your child the best possible chance to succeed. Whether you're thinking about the 11+ English exam, or ensuring they get the top GCSE grades needed at Shaftesbury or Gillingham School, the pressure can feel immense.
Finding the right support shouldn't add to your worries. A dedicated, one-to-one online English tutor can work in partnership with your family, building your child's confidence and giving them the focused, personal support they need to feel proud of their progress.
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Why Strong English Skills Open Doors for Your Child
A strong grasp of English is more than just a core qualification; it’s the key that unlocks future opportunities. The skills your child develops, from analysing a poem to structuring a persuasive essay, are essential for success across all their subjects. Strong GCSE and A-Level English grades are often required for the most desirable courses, paving the way for a place at a top South West university like Exeter or Bristol and opening up a wider choice of future careers.
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We believe the best results come from a real partnership. That’s why we only accept 1 in 8 tutors who apply, making sure you can choose from the very best. Every tutor is background-checked and an expert in their field. They take the time to understand your child’s unique learning style and what makes them tick, creating a safe and supportive space for them to ask questions and grow in confidence.
Every one-to-one session is planned around what your child needs most. If they’re finding Macbeth tricky, their tutor can spend time breaking down key quotes. If they need to sharpen their comprehension skills for the 11+, their tutor can focus on practice papers. It’s this tailored approach that helps 90% of our students improve by at least one grade, with many GCSE students improving their results by up to two grades.
With online tutoring, you can find the perfect support for your child without having to travel. You can schedule lessons at times that fit around your family’s life, making it a simple and stress-free way to get the help you need. It’s why over 200,000 students have used Tutorful, and why parents like you have rated us 4.6/5 stars in over 4,100 reviews.
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7 English tutors in Shaftesbury:
£131/hr
5.0
Lottie T
Engaging and experienced English tutor
With a passion for education and a commitment to student success, I am an experienced private tutor specializing in Common Entrance, ISEB pre-test and English and maths. I have over 16 years of tutoring experience, helping students of all ages build confidence, improve their skills, and achieve their academic goals.
My approach is personalized, adapting to each student’s unique learning style to make lessons engaging and effective. Whether it’s mastering difficult concepts, preparing for exams, or enhancing overall academic performance, I provide patient and supportive guidance tailored to ...
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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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£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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£47/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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£62/hr
5.0
Mario S
Strong English Results - Experienced Tutor.
ExperienceI’m an experienced Mathematics, 11+, and Private School Entrance Exam Tutor. I am also a parent of two children, living in Shepperton, where I have been tutoring for some time. I have a Maths Degree from Manchester University and have complete knowledge of the GCSE and KS 2 to 4 curriculum. PerspectiveHaving two children myself helps keep things in perspective and has given me direct experience of the joys of school exams, different learning styles, and the current curriculum.SpecialisationI teach and specialise in Maths for children and adults of all ability levels.Teaching ApproachMy a...
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£60/hr
4.9
Polly L
Primary English Teacher and 11+ Tutor
My name is Polly and I am a qualified primary school teacher with 10+ years experience in schools.I have been tutoring online for the last six years as an 11+ and SAT's specialist.In my lessons I use a variety of test style questions, pictures and activities to help your child with their learning. Lessons are interactive and a mixture of learning, activities and games. The aim of the lesson is to learn in a relaxed environment so that your child feels comfortable. I can provide homework if you like. Lessons are 30, 45 or 60 minutes. All lessons take place within the Tutorful online classroom as...
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£62/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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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
Lynn D
I highly recommend Lynn to anyone preparing for GCSE English exams. The lessons were always well organised, helpful, and tailored to my daughter’s needs. Lynn was patient, encouraging, and explained difficult topics in a simple way. I am very grateful for all the help and would definitely recommend her to other students preparing for GCSE English.
Kasia F
18th May 2026
Matthew B
Matthew was an excellent English lang/lit A level tutor for my son. He struck the perfect balance of support and motivation and was able to work well with the SEN support needs he had too. I would definitely recommend.
Alex G
18th May 2026
Emma W
Emma has been Amazing helping my son prepare for his English GCSE . He found lessons very useful and helpful . Emma is very efficient communicator ,So lovely to deal with . We couldn’t recommend her enough. Thank you so much Emma .
Anna F
17th May 2026
Deborah J
Deborah has been an amazing GCSE English tutor and has helped me improve by three grades in just one year. Her lessons are always engaging, supportive, and tailored to each student’s needs. She is kind, patient, and explains everything clearly, which has really helped build my confidence and understanding. I’m very grateful for all her support and would highly recommend her to students.
Nirav P
15th May 2026
Eloise S
I am incredibly grateful to have had Eloise as my son’s tutor. She is kind, highly experienced, and exceptionally thorough in preparing students for both GCSE Literature and Language.
What stood out most was her guidance for the Language exam — she clearly explained how to approach each question, how to structure answers effectively, and provided insightful analysis of my son’s responses. Thanks to her detailed feedback, he gained a much clearer understanding of how to improve his answers and approach future exams with greater confidence.
For Literature, she carefully prepared extracts and helped him understand cultural context, deeper meanings, and poetic techniques in a way that made the texts far more engaging and accessible.
It is such a shame that she has to take a break, as my son truly benefited from her teaching. However, I feel very fortunate and thankful that he had the opportunity to learn from such a wonderful teacher. I sincerely appreciate all of her dedication and support, and I wish her all the very best.
Clara K
15th May 2026
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Yes, absolutely. Many of our English tutors specialise in 11+ preparation. They can help your child build the specific comprehension, creative writing, and grammar skills needed to feel confident and prepared for the exam.