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Reach your target score with a specialist IELTS or ESOL tutor

The pressure to pass an English exam for university or a career move can be immense, and it’s hard to offer the right support if you aren't an expert in exam criteria yourself. You don't have to figure it out alone.
By working with a specialist IELTS or ESOL tutor, you hand the difficulty of the exam prep to a professional who can turn theory into practice. This ensures you or your child spends time effectively, building real-world confidence and the specific techniques needed to hit that target score in every component of the test.

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We know your schedule is already busy enough without adding a search for a language specialist to it. Our Tutor Match service handles the entire recruitment process for you. By understanding your specific goals and target scores, we provide a hand-picked shortlist of specialists we genuinely trust.
We have already vetted the experts—accepting only 1 in 8 applicants—so you can skip the guesswork and move straight to a confirmed lesson with a mentor who actually knows how to get results.
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Our online learning space is far more than a standard video link; it is a collaborative hub designed to keep students focused and motivated. Within our interactive digital classroom, you and your tutor use a shared whiteboard and document sharing to work through exam papers and practice speaking in real-time.
This active participation makes every session feel productive and prevents students from drifting off. To help you track improvement, your tutor provides weekly progress reports, giving you a clear view of the milestones being reached and the specific areas being refined for the exam.
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£62/hr
4.9
Clare C
Looking for last minute 11+IELTS and ESOL 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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£93/hr
5.0
Jessica P
IELTS and ESOL Highly experienced, friendly tutor
Not only am I a supportive and encouraging teacher, with many years of experience as a qualified teacher but I also work for the Department for Education as an Education Consultant which means that my lessons are highly effective. I have prepared fast track courses to support students from the age of 5 right through to masters university level.I am fortunate enough to be an Examiner of KS2, GCSE and A-Level providing me with detailed insight into a range of exam boards as well as working on university-based assessment panels.I have enjoyed many years of work as a private tutor on a 1:1/small group...
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£44/hr
5.0
Genevieve K
IELTS and ESOL YOUR SUCCESS IS MY GREATEST REWARD!
I am a dedicated and caring native French tutor with a passion for helping students achieve their language goals with confidence.I support learners at all levels - from complete beginners to advanced students preparing for exams such as GCSE and A-Level ( including Edexcel, AQA and WJCE). I also offer engaging conversational practice in both French and Spanish for those looking to improve fluency in a relaxed and supportive environment.I completed my education in France, studying French literature for seven years and achieving the Baccalauréat (Lettres). I later studied at university in Madrid, ...
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£39/hr
4.9
Manuel M
Experienced and enthusiastic IELTS and ESOL 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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£47/hr
5.0
Fiona O
Patient, friendly and experienced IELTS and ESOL tutor.
I am an experienced Creative Writing and ESL teacher with a background in publishing. I have an MA in Creative Writing, and a TEFL Certificate, as well as experience as a writer and researcher for academic publishers, including Oxford University Press. I teach Creative Writing, English Literature and English Language, as well as English as a Second Language (ESL) to children and adults of all ages and abilities, in one-to-one online classes.Classes may focus on pronunciation and phonics, reading comprehension skills, or spelling and grammar. I make lessons interactive and enjoyable, using a range...
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£44/hr
5.0
Hetty F
PhD GCSE English Tutor IELTS and ESOL
*Please note I am teaching year 10 and 11 ONLY until June 2025.My ongoing PhD studies at the University of Leeds reflect my deep commitment to and passion for English literature. Coupled with a First-Class Honours degree and a Distinction in my Master’s—both earned at a Russell Group university, my academic background underpins the expertise I bring to my teaching.I’ve supported more than 90 repeat students and received 51 five-star reviews to date. I’m dedicated to helping students realise their full potential, offering detailed feedback on weekly homework and example responses at no additional cost. I...
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