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Watching your child face the intense competition for Tooting's best secondary schools can feel overwhelming. With the 11+ Wandsworth Test and sought-after places at schools like Graveney, it's natural to worry if their creative writing and verbal reasoning skills will be strong enough to stand out. You want to give them the best possible start, and that's where we can help. Finding the right one-to-one English tutor provides a supportive partner for both you and your child, building the skills and confidence they need to walk into their exams feeling prepared and capable.

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Strong English skills are the foundation for success across every subject. From analysing a poem for the 11+ to crafting a compelling essay for their English Literature GCSE, these abilities are crucial. A great tutor helps your child master everything from verbal reasoning techniques to understanding complex texts, giving them the tools they need to secure a place at their chosen secondary school. This early confidence paves the way for future success, opening up more options for their GCSEs and strengthening their chances of getting into a top university.
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The right tutor does more than just teach; they build a partnership with your child. By understanding their unique learning style and where they need the most help, they can create a supportive space to ask questions and build confidence. Many of our tutors have specific experience with the 11+ Wandsworth Test, so they know exactly what's needed to help your child feel ready. Every one-to-one lesson is planned around your child's specific goals. If they're struggling to structure a creative writing piece, the session will focus on that. If verbal reasoning is the hurdle, their tutor will work through practical examples until it clicks. This focused attention is why 90% of our students improve by at least one grade, because the learning is built just for them. Finding the right support shouldn't add more stress to your family's busy schedule. With online tutoring, you can connect with the UK's best tutors from your home in Tooting, at a time that works for you. No travel, no fuss – just expert help that fits seamlessly into your life.
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9 English tutors in Tooting London:

£47/hr
5.0
Tilly B
Experienced and supportive English tutor
My name is Tilly Bate, and I am a 23-year-old tutor with a degree in Psychology and Cognitive Neuroscience (BSc Hons, 2:1), which I completed in Summer 2024. I also studied A Levels in Biology, Psychology, and Politics.Alongside tutoring, I am currently pursuing a career in accountancy, having developed a strong interest in numbers and data through the statistical elements of my degree.I have over four years of tutoring experience, working with students aged 4–16 across English, Maths, and Science. I specialise in KS3 and GCSE, and more recently have expanded to include A Level Psychology. To d...
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£24/hr
5.0
Kris M
Experienced and dedicated English 11+ tutor.
Hello! I’m a fully qualified, Outstanding teacher with QTS and over 20 years of experience in education, having taught in Outstanding UK schools as well as leading international schools in Singapore and Dubai. Most recently, I was Head of Maths at a prestigious school in Dubai—a role I held for over five years.Since returning to England, I’ve been tutoring Maths to students from Year 3 through to GCSE. I’ve also supported students with 11+ and SATs preparation, helping them build both the skills and the confidence they need to succeed. My lessons are engaging, structured, and tailored to each in...
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£52/hr
5.0
Poppy G
Experienced English primary level tutor
I am a trained primary school teacher and switched to tutoring so that I could work more intensively one-to-one.I offer lessons either at my home in Streatham, south London or online, with most of my students requiring help with English and Maths. I try to make these sessions as lively and stimulating as I can, especially for those with extra needs, such as dyslexia and autism.Additionally, as I have a background in languages, I offer French and German tuition to adults for business or pleasure purposes, and to children from primary through to secondary level.Many parents choose to contact me because...
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£28/hr
5.0
Daniel O
Engaging English English Lessons
GCSE English Tutor | KS3 Specialist | PGCE Trainee Teacher | Building Confidence & Improving GradesHi, I’m an English tutor delivering 1-to-1 sessions since early 2024, currently training as a secondary English teacher (PGCE).I have experience supporting students across Key Stage 3 and GCSE English Language and Literature, including those preparing for or resitting their GCSEs. Through both my tutoring and teacher training, I have worked with students in mainstream and SEN settings, adapting my approach to suit different learning needs.I particularly enjoy helping students who feel stuck or lack c...
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£31/hr
5.0
Richard K
Inspiring English tutor
I am a tutor with a master's degree in finance. I teach maths, business, finance, research and other social sciences.I have over 6 years teaching at the university and college level. My clients range from University students to primary and other middle-level students. I am passionate about teaching. Am also able to simplify topics and issues for the student to understand.This helps the learning process and ensures the student does well in the exams.I also have a keen interest in the areas of Accounting, Banking and finance, and Information Technology. With a Master of Philosophy in Finance, I have...
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£31/hr
5.0
Elisa R
Supportive, engaging and friendly tutor English English
I love teaching and I love learning! I can help you fall back (or even more!) in love with learning English language, literature, linguistics and Spanish. I can also help you improve your essay and dissertation writing skills.I hold a PhD in English language and communication, an MPhil in linguistics, an MA in teaching, and a BA in English language and literature. I am a former university lecturer and researcher, and have been conducting small-class teaching and individual tutorials for over 5 years both in the UK and abroad.My teaching style is interactive, structured, and individualised depending...
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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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£88/hr
5.0
Amin U
Specialist 11+ English tutor- Will Deliver Results
If you would like to waste no time and guarantee your child passes their 11+ maths exams, please contact me. I specialise in entry to St-Pauls, Westminster, Latymer and City of London (references available). My students love their sessions and quickly master the KS2 maths curriculum. I’ve been a full-time maths tutor for 8 years now,successfully admitting students for both ISEB and stage 2 paper-based tests, for schools including St- Paul’s, Westminster, Latymer, City of London, Emanuel and more. Your child will initially hone the year 6 national curriculum for a period of 2 months, before und...
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£47/hr
5.0
Cerise S
Experienced GCSE Home Economics & English Tutor
I'm a postgraduate in International Law and Politics, I have considerable understanding producing structured answers to questi ons within the social sciences field, including assessing sources, research and creating experiments. I'm an experienced tutor in English, having taken over 30 students through to GCSE (AQA), with all reaching the 2-grade minimum increase from their original grade average. Whilst I don't promise this, this is always my end goal. I aim to provide a place for inquisitiveness and contextual awareness: the point is to offer my students a place to ask questions, there's no time...
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