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We know you want the very best for your child, especially when thinking about their next steps at schools like Harton Academy or St Wilfrid's RC College. It's completely understandable to worry that a tricky subject like Maths could be the one thing that stands between them and a place on an A-Level course at South Tyneside College, or even a future at a great university like Newcastle or Durham.
That’s where we can help. A dedicated one-to-one online Maths tutor can give your child the focused support and confidence they need. It’s not just about passing exams; it’s about building a strong foundation in Maths that opens doors for them, right here in South Shields and beyond.
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Why a Strong Maths GCSE is Key for Your Child's Future
Maths isn't just about numbers; it's a language of logic and problem-solving that universities and employers value highly. A solid GCSE in Maths is often a non-negotiable requirement for A-Levels, technical courses, and competitive university degrees. Whether your child is getting to grips with algebra or learning to analyse data, the skills they build with a tutor will give them a real advantage, helping them secure a place at college and opening up a wider range of future career options.
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We know that finding the right person is everything. That's why we only accept 1 in 8 tutors who apply, ensuring your child is learning from an expert who is also background-checked. A great tutor does more than just teach; they take the time to understand how your child learns, building a rapport that helps them feel comfortable asking questions and tackling topics they once found difficult.
Every online lesson is built around your child's specific needs. If they're struggling with quadratic equations for their GCSEs or need to go over the basics of fractions, the session will focus on exactly that. This targeted approach means no time is wasted, helping them make real, noticeable progress. It’s no wonder 90% of our students improve by at least one grade.
With online tutoring, you can forget the stress of after-school travel. You can find the perfect Maths tutor from anywhere in the UK and schedule lessons at times that suit your family's routine. Join the parents of over 200,000 happy students who have found a simpler, more effective way to support their child's learning.
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11 Maths tutors in South Shields:
£70/hr
4.8
Claire C
Friendly and Patient Maths Tutor
I have tutored Maths and Physics for over 15 years, in the UK and abroad, in both one-on-one and larger study groups. I am experienced in working with neuro-divergent students including Dyslexia, Autism, ADD and ADHD and as result I always tailor my lessons around every individuals learning style.I am passionate about maths and science education. I fully believe that the subjects should be approached with enthusiasm and the students must be involved in the learning process.During the classes I balance the time between theory and practice questions, depending on the student’s current needs.I welcome m...
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£47/hr
5.0
Paula C
Experienced Primary Maths Tutor
I am a qualified, experienced English and Maths teacher with a BA Hons and Master's degrees from Russell Group universities. I spent many years as a primary school classroom teacher before moving on to online tutoring. I have significant experience in 11+ preparation and Independent School admission tests as well as Y2 and Y6 SATS.I have successfully prepared children for Essex, London, Surrey, Yorkshire and Newcastle schools.I am fun, kind and patient and work hard to develop my pupils' confidence and self-belief.. I will assess your child to identify areas of strength and weakness and carefully...
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£31/hr
5.0
Samer E
Experienced Maths tutor
Hi, I’m a Master’s graduate in Biomedical Science from the University of Glasgow, and I’m passionate about helping students achieve their academic goals in a way that’s both fun and effective.Growing up, I found school challenging—balancing coursework with extracurricular activities made it difficult to maintain high grades. However, once I reached university, I developed better study strategies that helped me excel and achieve top marks. This experience has shaped my approach to tutoring: I focus on understanding concepts, not just memorizing theory. I believe that when students grasp the why b...
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£31/hr
5.0
Ryan M
Qualified Primary Maths Teacher
Hello! I am Ryan, and I'm a qualified primary school teacher with over 7 years of experience working with children of all ages.My teaching style promotes confidence and independence in my students, as this will better prepare them for their studies moving forward. I know from being in school that one thing most children struggle with is the fear of failure. That is why I show my students that in order to learn something, you must learn to fail and use your current knowledge to help overcome challenges.I am also a big believer in getting my students to understand the 'why' when solving problems...
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£39/hr
5.0
Anna J
Experienced, engaging and passionate Maths teacher.
I am an experienced and dedicated maths teacher with more than 12 years of experience in teaching Maths both online and offline also with a strong track record of helping students achieve excellent results. I deliver clear, structured lessons that focus on building understanding step by step, ensuring students feel confident tackling even the most challenging topics. My teaching style is supportive and engaging, using targeted questioning, worked examples, and regular practice today reinforce learning. I adapt each lesson to the student’s needs, whether they require exam preparation, concept m...
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£28/hr
5.0
Hammad K
Enthusiastic Maths tutor
I have been teaching at higher education institutions since 2019, delivering lectures and tutorials in Civil Engineering and related mathematical and physical sciences subjects. I genuinely enjoy teaching because I find it rewarding to help students move from confusion to clarity, especially when they begin to understand why things work rather than simply memorising formulas. My teaching is focused on developing strong conceptual understanding over rote memorisation, enabling students to apply principles confidently to unfamiliar problems.Alongside my university teaching, I tutor GCSE and A-Level...
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£44/hr
5.0
Sarah S
Enthusiastic experienced fully qualified Maths Teacher.
I tutor students from Yr6 upwards and online only.Experienced Head of Department and teacher for over 22 years. I have taught at various levels, Key Stages, GCSE, B-Tec, A Level, Level 1, 2 and 3, QTS and age ranges including adults. I have taught in Middle and Secondary schools to students from many different backgrounds (including children in care), differentiated for a range of abilities and special needs. Experience of one to one Maths tuition up to GCSE with different specifications, Foundation and Higher for over 6 years.I have been doing one to one tuition for a number of years now with...
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£50/hr
5.0
Christian O
Experienced GCSE Maths Tutor & GCSE Edexcel Examiner/Marker
I am an experienced secondary Maths teacher with over 10 years of in school experience with all ability levels.I have consistently supported my students to be confident and believe that they can do Maths. I challenge my students with varieties of tasks to achieve their potentials.My students start from familiar to unfamiliar topics using step by step methods and they learn from making mistakes. I also help my students to develop the growth mindset which I strongly believe in; that any student can achieve WHATEVER they put their mind to achieve.I am an Edexcel Maths Examiner/Marker and this helps...
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£77/hr
4.9
Jonas V
Premium Maths Tutor with MChemPhys (Hons)
Hi there!I have been tutoring Maths, Physics, Chemistry, and Biology for nine years. In 2013, I won a silver medal in the International Junior Science Olympiad. In 2016, I scored 100% in Maths, 100% in Physics, 98% in Chemistry, and 100% in my Biology exams. In 2020, I got a Master's degree in Chemical Physics from the University of Edinburgh. I have over four thousand hours of experience in GCSE, IGCSE, A-Level, and National 5 tutoring. These include exam boards such as SQA, OCR, AQA, CIE, and Edexcel. I also have enhanced DBS and PVG checks.In my experience, online tutoring works as well as in-person...
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£47/hr
5.0
Nicholas H
Highly experienced Head of Maths to help and support you
With 37 years as a full-time teacher of Mathematics and the last 25 years as head of department in one of the top state schools in the north, it would be a pleasure to be able to offer my experience to support, guide and help you in this subject. Behind every target and expected grade, it must be remembered that each student is a unique individual. This has been at the heart of my teaching and tutoring over all these years. After an initial discussion, in which I get to know about your difficulties and goals, there would be a plan designed to address these and tailored made just for yourself. In...
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£60/hr
5.0
Esther A
Maths Maths
I have been teaching for the past 12 years and have had a GCSE group year in and year out. I have a record of amazing results especially with new spec which students find particularly difficult. My teaching style is relating stuff to real life so students can easily remember concepts next time. Also, repetition is so paramount when it comes to Maths as practise is the only way you can secure any knowledge.Whatever the topic you are struggling with I have got different ways of explaining it till we get to the point where you actually understand everything. I would also be bringing my personal resources...
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Eman B
Very helpful, has helped my daughter get back on track with her Maths revision. Eman is a brilliant teacher, highly recommend.
Sara F
4th May 2026
Emily C
A very good tutor,they explain things clearly and always make sure I understand before moving on.what I appreciate most was their patience and they adapted their teaching style to suit how to learn.highly recommended
Donel R
3rd May 2026
Sarah H
She’s a great tutor explains everything in a methodical way and explains the logical reasoning of everything one of if not the best tutor I’ve ever had in all honesty
Janberk Z
3rd May 2026
Tanaka R
A very helpful teacher! Even though it was a small period of time, he managed to help my daughter with various topics she extremely struggled with and not only helped her get better at them but also raised her confidence when she felt unsure about answers.
Luzia A
2nd May 2026
Mak D
Finding a true Further Maths specialist wasn’t easy, so we feel very lucky to have finally found Mak just before the exams. Mak is a true professional—supportive, easy to talk to, and genuinely focused on helping students achieve strong results. He explains key points clearly, is always punctual, and makes a real difference—any student would benefit from his lessons. I was even surprised that my daughter wanted to have more sessions. I highly recommend him.
Atsuko K
1st May 2026
Adrian P
Adrian has been a brilliant tutor. He has improved my daughter’s maths ability significantly. Her comfort with the subject has significantly improved. Adrian has great rapport and explains the issues, processes and how to tackle the GCSE exam in a clear and precise way. Highly recommended.
Steve P
30th Apr 2026
Kamiah P
Kamiah has been incredibly helpful and supportive. She has adapted the tutoring sessions to my daughter's individual needs which is helping her
prepare for future exams.
Highly recommended!
Rose K
29th Apr 2026
Russell L
Russell has been an excellent GCSE Maths tutor for my daughter. His explanations are clear and much easier for her to understand. He has really deepen her understanding of the subject.
Thanks to his support, she feels much better prepared for her upcoming exams. We are hopeful that she will achieve strong results. We are very pleased with his teaching and plan to continue lessons with him for A-level Maths next academic year.
Russell is not only a highly effective tutor but also very supportive. On one occasion, a lesson was affected by a poor internet connection, and he kindly refunded the fee without hesitation. That level of professionalism and integrity really stood out to us. We truly appreciate his dedication and would highly recommend him to others.
Shannen T
28th Apr 2026
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