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Master practical numeracy with a Functional Skills tutor
Functional Skills Maths is all about applying numbers to the real world, from managing a household budget to calculating measurements on a building site. If your child is finding these everyday calculations a struggle or needs this qualification to unlock a college place or apprenticeship, it is perfectly natural to feel you can't provide the structured support they need.
You don't have to be a mathematician to help them get over this hurdle. By bringing in a specialist tutor, you’re giving them a guide who can translate abstract numbers into practical skills. This lets you stay in a supportive role while a pro helps them gain the independence they need for their future career.
You don't have to be a mathematician to help them get over this hurdle. By bringing in a specialist tutor, you’re giving them a guide who can translate abstract numbers into practical skills. This lets you stay in a supportive role while a pro helps them gain the independence they need for their future career.
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Whether they need a boost in basic confidence or help with the non-calculator section, we filter through the top 12.5% of applicants we accept to find a handpicked recommendation. It’s a tailored service that ensures the person in the "digital classroom" is exactly who your child needs to succeed.
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Whether they need a boost in basic confidence or help with the non-calculator section, we filter through the top 12.5% of applicants we accept to find a handpicked recommendation. It’s a tailored service that ensures the person in the "digital classroom" is exactly who your child needs to succeed.
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Our online environment is far more than a basic video call—it’s a collaborative hub where maths finally starts to make sense. Within the interactive digital classroom, your child and their tutor use a shared whiteboard to map out problems and real-time document sharing to work through practice exam papers together.
This one-to-one focus allows your child to ask the "how" and "why" questions they might avoid in a busy classroom. Plus, with the convenience of learning from home, there is zero travel time for you, and your child can build their skills in a familiar, low-pressure setting that fits around their current college or work commitments.
This one-to-one focus allows your child to ask the "how" and "why" questions they might avoid in a busy classroom. Plus, with the convenience of learning from home, there is zero travel time for you, and your child can build their skills in a familiar, low-pressure setting that fits around their current college or work commitments.
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£39/hr
5.0
Manuel M
Experienced and enthusiastic Functional Skills tutor
Unlock Your Child’s Potential or Your Own' Potential with Personalised Tutoring About Me Hello! I’m Manuel, and I bring ten years of diverse teaching experience from England, Spain, and Thailand. I specialise in tailoring lessons to each student's unique needs and goals, helping them achieve their objectives and build lasting confidence. Expertise and Services With five years in the UK tutoring scene, I have successfully supported students preparing for A-level, GCSE, 11+, SATS , and functional skills exams. My approach focuses on both learning and application, ensuring students improve their gra...
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£85/hr
4.9
Alice A
Functional Skills Tutor - Making learning memorable
* Book your child in for SUMMER BOOSTER sessions TODAY*
- I have had a HUGE increase this year in last minute requests for support, even for the day before the exam...
- Many of these young people have been worrying about their GCSEs and A Levels behind closed doors and parents have realised too late that they need support.
- If your child is in secondary school or 6th form now and you have any doubt about their independent study skills please consider summer sessions.
- I hear all too often that the young people I am working with do not have the skills in order to attempt independent study....
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£60/hr
5.0
Hassan A
Passionate & Patient Qualified Functional Skills and Science Teacher
Hi, I’m Hassan,I am a fully qualified teacher with aqualified teacher status (QTS). Therefore, I have taught in Primary and Secondary schools as well as Colleges. I also have a Chemical Engineering Degree.I have extensive experience tutoring students up to the age of 18 in several subjects (Chemistry, Maths, Physics, and Biology). I have a passion for teaching and feel great satisfaction when my students achieve their goals and dreams.My hope is to expand my students’ knowledge and interest in the subjects they wish to gain help in and hopefully pass along my passion to them. I believe that rep...
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£44/hr
5.0
Harriet D
Award-winning Functional Skills English and maths tutor
I am an award-winning tutor. In 2020, I won the BKSB Skills Award for best English tutor and was also short-listed for maths tutor of the year at the same time. I have 15 years experience of delivering maths and English to apprentices who range in age from 16-70, so I am skilled at adapting my teaching to suit each learner's needs.
I have been described as 'a safe pair of hands' and I believe this is because of my ability to inspire confidence in the most anxious of students.
I am able to deliver maths and English functional skills, GCSE English language and literature and ESOL.
I am...
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£37/hr
4.7
Cedra J
Enthusiastic teacher for Functional Skills
I am Mrs Cedra M, I have been teaching for over 30 years. My subjects include Maths, English, Geography, Spanish, ICT and ESOL.Most of my work at the moment is online.I am familiar with the UK syllabus. I am also keen on professional development which allows me to be up to date with current trends in teaching. I hold a BA degree from University of London and a MA Ed degree in Education from the Open University. I also have a Diploma in Education (ICT) fromLondon Metropolitan University. I enjoy tutoring as it gives me the opportunity to spend quality time to interact with students and encourage...
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£70/hr
5.0
Simon H
Effective Functional Skills tutor
I graduated from the LSE with a BSc(Econ) honours degree and worked in the Government Economic Service based in H M Treasury.This means I have real world experience that can bring detail and relevance to your work. As an experienced examiner I know how to help you achieve your best.I am an experienced teacher of Economics and Business to undergraduate level including A-level, GCSE, BTEC and International qualifications.I have a published textbook on Mathematics for Economics and Business which has been adopted by universities including University College, Dublin.At A-level, my results secured an...
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Gearoid C
Excellent maths tutor. Very patient and knowledgable. Helped me prepare for my Level 2 Maths exam. Would highly recommend.
Chris A
24th Aug 2025
Anne W
I’ve always struggled with maths and never felt confident in it. However, Anna completely changed that. She listened attentively to my needs and tailored every session to help me prepare for my maths exam. She explained everything clearly and always repeated key concepts when I still didn’t understand. Anna was also very flexible and offered to send me extra worksheets or clarify any confusion anytime I needed it. Thanks again, Anna, for helping me pass my maths exam!
Amie P
7th Aug 2025
Carol B
I’m a mature student who hasn’t studied for years, I was trying to learn via online automated courses and YouTube tutorials. The difficulty with this is you can’t ask questions or get any feedback, then I found Carol…
The sessions were well-structured, personalised to my needs, engaging, and always supportive. What I appreciated most was how Carol created a non-judgmental environment where I felt comfortable asking questions, no matter how basic.
I highly recommend Carol to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, kind, and professional tutor – even if you’re an adult learner like me!
Claire P
12th Jul 2025
Zarion B
Zarion has been helping my son to gain more knowledge and confidence with Maths. We have found him to be very patient and understanding of our needs. Would absolutely recommend. Excellent Tutor.
Scarlett H
15th May 2025
Manuel M
Manuel's lessons supported me to achieve a pass in Functional skills maths level 2 with a score of 75%. He is a very patient and talented tutor. I recommend Manuel for anyone studying for an exam. Thank you.
Katie T
21st Apr 2025
Hassan A
Hassan is a fantastic maths tutor. He knows the subject very well and adapts his teaching to help me understand the topic. He's friendly and professional and for me as an adult learner he understands the challenges with balancing learning and other commitments like work and family. I would highly recommend him!
Isla M
24th Nov 2024
Sarah T
Sarah has been an absolutely incredible maths tutor, and I am very grateful for her support. Despite only having 5 sessions to prepare for my Functional Skills in Maths, Sarah’s impact was profound and transformative. From the outset, she provided a clear and structured plan for each session, which allowed me to prepare thoroughly and approach our lessons with a sense of purpose and confidence.
Sarah has a remarkable ability to simplify complex concepts, making them accessible and less intimidating. Her approach was patient and methodical, ensuring that I fully grasped each topic before moving on. This was especially important to me as I struggled with confidence in maths, feeling overwhelmed and discouraged at times. Sarah’s unwavering patience and encouragement were crucial in helping me overcome these challenges. She never rushed me, always providing the space and understanding I needed to truly understand the material.
The detailed feedback she gave after each session was not just informative but also deeply motivating. It allowed me to see my progress, celebrate my achievements, and identify areas for improvement. This kind of support was invaluable in building my confidence and reigniting my enthusiasm for maths, a subject I had previously found daunting.
Thanks to Sarah’s exceptional guidance, I was able to successfully pass my Functional Skills in Maths, a milestone that once felt out of reach.
Thank you, Sarah, for being such a vital part of my maths learning journey and for helping me to succeed. 💜
Sumaiyah K
16th Sep 2024
Tabitha A
Amazing lesson with Tabitha, takes her time to explain everything and makes sure you 100% understand. Great style of learning too. Would highly recommend.
Olivia B
8th Mar 2024
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