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Watching your child navigate the demands of York's top schools, from Fulford to St Peter's, you know how high the standards are. It’s completely understandable to worry that a wobble in a subject like French could affect their chances of getting into a competitive sixth form, especially with GCSEs just around the corner.
That worry doesn't have to be yours to carry alone. Finding the right one-to-one French tutor is about giving your child a dedicated partner to build their skills and, just as importantly, their confidence. It’s a simple step that can make a huge difference to their future, helping them secure a place at a top sixth form or even a Russell Group university like the University of York.
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French: More Than Just a GCSE, It's a Path to Top Universities
For ambitious students in York, a strong grade in French is a powerful asset. It’s what’s known as a 'facilitating subject' – one that is highly respected by leading universities because it demonstrates excellent analytical and communication skills. Mastering French isn't just about learning verb conjugations or vocabulary; it’s about developing a deeper understanding of language and culture. These are the skills that will help your child’s university application stand out, whether they're aiming for the University of York or another top institution.
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The Right Support to Boost Your Child's French Confidence
The right tutor does more than just teach; they get to know your child and their unique way of learning. We only accept 1 in 8 tutors who apply, so you can be sure you’re choosing from the very best. They are experts at spotting exactly where your child needs a bit of extra help, whether it’s getting to grips with grammar or finding the confidence to speak fluently.
Every one-to-one session is built entirely around your child’s goals. If they're struggling to analyse a text for their coursework or need to practise for their oral exam, their tutor will create a lesson plan just for them. It's this focused, personal approach that helps 90% of our students improve by at least one grade, giving them the boost they need to succeed.
Finding the perfect French tutor in York is simple and fits around your family’s busy schedule. With online lessons, there’s no need to worry about travel. You can arrange sessions for whenever works best for you and your child, all from the comfort of your own home. It’s a flexible, stress-free way to get them the support they deserve.
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6 French tutors in York:
£47/hr
5.0
Jennifer R
Patient French tutor
I am a primary school teacher from Yorkshire and a Modern Foreign Languages graduate from the University of Edinburgh. I have experience teaching primary subjects in the UK, both in schools and as a private tutor, as well as teaching EFL in France and Spain.I now offer in-person primary tuition in the York area, as well as online tuition in Maths, English, Spanish, EFL and 11+ entrance exam preparation.I have taught learners of all ages, from early primary through to adults, and have experience planning lessons, assessing progress and adapting my teaching to meet individual needs. I believe that...
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£39/hr
4.9
Ian W
Experienced, patient and passionate French tutor.
Hello my name is Ian W and welcome to my Tutorful profile page.I have been tutoring French and Spanish privately for 12 years as well as having previously taught in a community learning centre doing Spanish for 5 years. My student teacher relations are very positive and my present private tutees in French and Spanish learn in a strong, consistent and enthusiastic manner due to well structured, coherent and thorough lesson plans where I teach topic by topic on a continuous journey where they know and feel comfortable and confident in terms of where they are going in their learning.I am a fully qualified...
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£54/hr
5.0
Steven B
French Tutor - Academic IELTS Specialist
I am an experienced tutor specialising in English Language, French, and German, with a strong focus on student achievement and personal development. I cover AQA, Eduqas, Pearson Edexcel, and Cambridge I GCSE examinations for English, and I tutor French and German up to GCSE standard. I also have expertise in the IELTS programme and the QTS Literacy Skills Test.
In my sessions, I create engaging and supportive environments tailored to each student’s individual needs. By employing a variety of teaching styles and incorporating elements of humor, I help students feel at ease while enhancing their l...
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£45/hr
5.0
Matthew B
Enthusiastic Teacher Looking To Make French Fun !
*NOW TAKING REQUESTS FOR THE NEXT ACADEMIC YEAR (2026-27)*I live in the North West of England and can cater in-person tutoring for students within 10 miles of where I live!*--------------------------------------------------------------------------Tutor Rate:For clarity, my current rate is £28 per hour.The extra added onto my price (I think my profile is currently displayed as £45) is the platform fee which Tutorful take - I do not see all of that £45.I do offer a family discount! Instead of £28 if I am tutoring siblings then I amend that to £25 per sibling. I do not know what this works out when...
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£47/hr
5.0
Alicia B
Experienced, passionate KS3/GCSE French Tutor
I'm passionate about languages and love passing this passion on to my students. I encourage students to find the best way to learn for them using a variety of resources from traditional textbooks and worksheets to excerpts from films, books and radio to using apps and websites.Within my teaching I make sure there is a focus on all of the core skills; listening, reading, writing, speaking and translation. Grammar, vocabulary and structures are addressed using all of the skills to help embed the knowledge and previously learnt key material is revisited to ensure retention.Whilst teaching French and...
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£47/hr
5.0
Claire D
Qualified French experienced great results
I specialise in tutoring for GCSE Spanish and French and have over 20 years of experience. I cover AQA, Edexcel, and the Pearson IGCSE qualifications and I offer support to students in Year 9, 10 and 11.In my tutoring sessions, your child will develop all four language skills: reading, writing, speaking, and listening. My goal is to help improve their grades by focusing on key areas such as: • Building confidence in speaking • Showing them how to structure their writing for maximum marks. • Gain fluency by focussing on high-frequency vocabulary• Establishing effective learning routines.I tailor ...
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I would recommend Sasha to help with A Level French without hesitation. She helped my daughter primarily with her speaking and writing exams. Sasha is friendly and approachable, and built a rapport quickly with my daughter, making her feel comfortable and confident! With the speaking exam, Sasha always prepared thorough and insightful questions to practice a ‘mock’ exam, giving her confidence and improving her analytical skills in French. In regards to the writing, Sasha was able to effectively identify which areas needed improvement the most, with constructive feedback. As a result, my daughter achieved an A* and achieved nearly full marks in the writing paper, and we have no doubt that Sasha’s input very much contributed to this. She is a fabulous tutor, thank you Sasha!!!
Sheena R
3rd Sep 2026
Catherine C
I am very grateful to Catherine for teaching my son French. My son attended a new school at the end of Year 8 and new to French. He managed to catch up with the syllabus after one term. Catherine is kind, warm and friendly, and explains concepts clearly and patiently. My son feels confident going forward in doing French in Year 9. Thank you, Catherine!
Kay K
28th Aug 2026
Esther J
Esther has been a fantastic French tutor for my daughter. She is professional, patient, reliable and always punctual. After each lesson, she leaves helpful notes and feedback, which makes it easy to follow my daughter's progress.
With Esther's support and guidance, my daughter achieved a Grade 9 in GCSE French, which we are absolutely delighted with. We really appreciate all the time and effort Esther has put into helping her prepare for her GCSE.
I would highly recommend Esther to anyone looking for a professional and supportive French tutor.
Anya M
25th Aug 2026
Claire D
My lessons with Claire helped me achieve an 8 in my French GCSE, despite previously getting low 7s in my school tests. Claire provided me with a wide range of useful resources, tips and exam techniques, and worked through several past papers with me. Her lessons improved my vocabulary and grammar, which are areas that many students find challenging. I’m grateful for her support and would recommend her as a French tutor to those aiming for similar results.
Deepthi K
22nd Aug 2026
Rebecca B
Rebecca is a fantastic French tutor. She tutored my daughter for A level French - my daughter was sitting on a D grade in year 12 and worked hard with Rebecca and to get an A. Rebecca was patient, organised, encouraging and always thinking of ways my daughter could improve and get better. Her support and kindness and the interest she took in my daughter’s progress was above and beyond expectations. Thank you Rebecca!
Nicola B
20th Aug 2026
Lauren S
Fantastic tutor! Lauren helped me boost my French grade from a 6 to an 8. They are incredibly knowledgeable, supportive, and great at breaking down complex grammar rules and introducing me to complex vocabulary to use in my exams.
Mysha D
20th Aug 2026
Sarah G
Sarah is a lovely tutor who was always friendly and reliable. Over around 9 months she helped me raise my A-level French grade to a C, after consistently working at a D grade in year 12, allowing me to go on to continue my studies at university, which I am very grateful for!
Honey H
14th Aug 2026
Hamid S
Learning with Hamid has been great so far, I already feel much more confident in conversation. The content we are covering is really helping me to give more detail in conversations too. Looking forward to learning more!
Josh S
9th Aug 2026
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