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Worried that the Philosophy A-Level provision in Derby's schools might not be enough for a competitive university application? We hear you. When your child is aiming for top universities like Nottingham, you want to know they have the best possible support to build a deep understanding and a standout personal statement.
That's where we come in. From your home in Derby, your child can connect with specialist Philosophy tutors from across the UK. It’s one-to-one support that fills the gaps, builds confidence, and gives them the analytical skills to truly impress.
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From A-Level Grades to a Compelling University Application
Mastering Philosophy isn't just about learning ancient theories; it's about building a toolkit for life. It teaches your child how to construct a watertight argument, analyse complex texts, and express ideas with clarity and precision. These are the exact skills that admissions tutors at Russell Group universities look for. Imagine them not just succeeding in their A-Levels, but walking into a university seminar, ready to contribute with confidence. That's the future strong philosophical thinking builds.
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The right Philosophy tutor does more than just explain concepts; they become a mentor who understands precisely what’s needed for A-Level success and beyond. They’ll quickly identify any gaps left by the school curriculum and focus on building the specific analytical skills that make a university application shine. It’s a partnership that turns 'I'm not sure' into 'I can argue this'.
Imagine sessions that go deeper, tackling challenging texts from Kant or Mill that push your child beyond the A-Level syllabus. Our tutors create a space where your child can safely test their arguments, refine their essays, and have those 'aha!' moments where a complex idea finally clicks into place. This is where real academic confidence is forged, preparing them for the intellectual rigour of university.
Because every session is online, your child in Derby can learn from a Philosophy graduate from a top UK university, without you needing to travel anywhere. This flexibility means lessons can fit around school, work, and family life. It’s expert, targeted support that brings the very best teaching directly to your home, giving your child the advantage they deserve.
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6 Philosophy tutors in Derby:
£41/hr
4.8
Richard S
Friendly Philosophy tutor
PLEASE NOTE: WILL ALL PARTIES REQUESTING MY TUTORING SERVICES PLEASE DISCLOSE THEIR AVAILABILITY IN THEIR FIRST POST; DOING THIS WILL IMPROVE THE SPEED AT WHICH LESSONS CAN BE BOOKEDI began tutoring in October 1990 and have (in the already listed subject areas) taught in community groups, family history societies, further education colleges and in private homes covering the Leeds-Bradford and Wakefield area of West Yorkshire. I have also performed poetry and participated in both the Headingley and Ilkley Literary Festivals. Currently, I serve as Chairperson for Leeds Combined Arts, and this role...
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£31/hr
4.9
Paul Martyn S
Philosophy Experienced Multi Discipline Tutor
My name is Cllr Dr Paul M, BA LLB (Hons), MDipNLP & I am pleased to make your acquaintance. I am a highly certified/qualified, experienced, inspirational/motivational Tutor/Trainer with over 30 years of relevant experience in industry/Academia. Within this, (as the owner of my own not-for-profit), I am keen to work with learners of all backgrounds/proficiencies and help them to realize their potential to the maximum. As an academic, I am well-versed in applicable curriculum/exam processes/standards for AQA. Council for Curriculum and Examinations Assessment (CCEA) Pearson Edexcel. Oxford, Cambridge...
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£36/hr
4.9
Damian Francis Le Chat L
Experienced Philosophy tutor.
Hi there! Born in South African, of British nationality and parents of international background, I have lived, worked and studied in multiple countries including the UK, France, Spain, Italy and Portugal and am therefore fluent in English, French, Italian, Spanish and Portuguese. I also speak German.I studied Philosophy, Politics and Economics at Warwick and the Sciences Po, Paris, eventually focusing on mathematical areas, and continuing with a Masters in Mathematics and Philosophy at the Sorbonne, Paris. I have also worked as a teacher, tutor, research assistant in cognitive science, business...
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£34/hr
5.0
Winnet M
Social Sciences/Humanities Philosophy Tutor
As an experienced and dedicated teacher and tutor, I bring a strong academic background and a passion for teaching to help students achieve their educational goals. With a degree in Social Sciences and Humanities ,a qualified teacher status, an AQA A Level Examiner and over 10 years of teaching and tutoring experience, I specialise in Sociology GCSE/A Level, Psychology GCSE/A Level, Philosophy & EthicsA Level and Religious Studies A level/GCSE. My approach is student centred, focusing on understanding individual learning styles and tailoring my methods to meet each student’s unique needs.In my t...
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£50/hr
4.7
Isobel M
Experienced Philosophy tutor
Hello, my name is Isobel Marshall. I have been a tutor for five years and mainly focus on Mathematics and Philosophy. Alongside my previous experience as a tutor, I am also an experienced Ballet Teacher having taught students from the ages of 3 to 18 for 7 years.My lessons are run based on what the student needs the most help with. This is then further helped by having small quizzes that cover a wide range of topics within the year which help to identify other areas of necessity. Each of my lessons rely on the ability of the student and how quickly or slowly they want to go. In particular, each...
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£31/hr
5.0
Jamil K
Expert Philosophy tutor
Hello, I’m Jamil! An MA graduate from UCL and LSE, I’m an expert tutor with thousands of hours experience teaching across english, literature, social sciences, humanities and the arts. Over the past 7 years, I’ve worked from KS3, to Masters level. I’ve taught over 2000 online lessons, with hundreds of 5 star reviews across various platforms. As a result I have a number of my own unique techniques, a huge wealth of resources, timelines and numerous revision packs. I am particularly apt at quickly identifying the specific difficulties a student has, and finding new and creative ways to make materia...
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Find a tutor Elizabeth H
Elisabeth is an amazing tutor! She helped me so much in preparing for my RS Alevel exams, and made me feel confident in all of the topics.
Elisabeth offered extensive guidance on how to develop the abstract concepts in RS into strong essay paragraphs. As well as how to make notes in ways that will optimise productivity and condense all of the necessary information.
Elisabeth’s knowledge in all things philosophy, religion (i did buddhism) and ethics is seemingly unlimited, which helped me get a rounded view of all of the information.
Overall i highly recommend Elisabeth as a tutor for Alevel philosophy.
Liesl B
27th Jul 2026
Kesi C
Outstanding in every wayKesi has helped my son in immensely with his TP A Level - great lessons, resources, professional, friendly my son enjoyed lessons very much and helped his grades a lot
Natasha A
16th Jun 2026
Shannon S
Shannon is a phenomenal tutor, as well as a great advisor in learning. Working with her gave me a true passion for philosophy, as well as transforming my academic grades. I am lucky to have chosen Shannon as my OCR philosophy tutor; she went above and beyond to ensure that I felt supported and confident before exams, as well as providing me with an overall mentor whenever I needed one. A lovely person to be tutored by.
Sian H
8th Jun 2026
Peter H
Fantastic philosophy tutor, Peter helped me understand challenging content and answered any & all questions I had about the subject. He is very knowledgable about A level philosophy and is able to explain complex arguments and positions really well within the relevant spec. Can’t recommend Peter enough!!
michael T
19th May 2026
Russell S
Russell helped completely change my philosophy grade in a matter of weeks! His knowledge of the course and how to write a good essay -which is what separates a c/b from an A/A* no matter how good your knowledge is - was so helpful, I went into my final exam feeling more confident than I ever had before, and left more confident than I could have imaged all due to his advice. Would recommend to anyone struggling or looking to get top top grades. Was an absolute professional and a lovely man! 10/10
Bruno M
14th May 2026
Patrick S
Patrick has been beyond patient and very motivating! Helps break down very dense philosophical content into a clear and concise understanding. Very helpful at helping narrow down your thesis and ideas. A truly kind person
Edie C
21st Apr 2026
Vjeran M
Dedicated and passionate
Glasgow K
28th Dec 2025
Jamie B
Jamie really helped my daughter with her A Level studies in Philosophy, Ethics and Religion. My daughter said he was so helpful at explaining difficult concepts and helping her with exam practice etc. Highly recommend!
Emma S
20th Jun 2025
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