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Florence B
Experienced, enthusiastic and patient Phonics tutor
My name is Florence.I am a French native and I have been in England for 35 years.I teach French to children or adults who wish to learn a new language, improve their level or need help prior to taking exams (primary school, Gcse, A level...). I love teaching languages and creating each of my lessons for each of my students. I not only teach how to speak the language but also go through grammar, tenses, spelling, etc. My aim is to make sure all my students enjoy the lessons and gain a new language as a new skill. I have over 20 years experience tutoring children, many GCSE, A level and university...
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£59/hr
5.0
Mario S
Strong Phonics Results - Experienced Tutor.
Strong 11+ Maths And GCSE results. Face to face tuition, online and also daytime home schooling available. I’m an experienced Mathematics, 11+ and Private School Entrance Exam Tutor, also a parent of two children, living in Shepperton where I have been tutoring for some time. I have a Maths Degree from ManchesterUniversity and have complete knowledge of the GCSE and KS 2 to 4 curriculum. I have two children myself, which helps keep things in perspective and has given me direct experience of the joys of school exams, different learning styles and the current curriculum. I teach and specialise i...
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5.0
Deb M
Qualified, Experienced and Enthusiastic Phonics Teacher
Hello! My name is Deb andI am anenthusiastic, energetic and hugely experiencedteacher of English with Qualified Teacher Status (QTS). I started my career teaching English at secondary level (to key stages 3, 4 and 5) where I have a proven track record of helping students to achieve and surpass their target grades. Having moved from the mainstream classroom into tutoring, I have expanded my teaching range to includekey stage 2 students to help them successfully preparefor key stage 2 SATs and for Eleven Plus entrance exams (in English and Verbal Reasoning). I ama senior examiner for GCSE English...
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£154/hr
5.0
John M
Specialist teacher offering Phonics tutoring
I teach English language from primary up to GCSE level. I teachEnglish Literature set texts used by exam boards such as AQA, Pearson Edexcel, Eduqas, and OCR. I also teach the Pearson Edexcel iGCSE and the Cambridge English First Language iGCSE.I work with students with entrance examinations, from 7 plus up to 13 plus.I teach students studying English as a Foreign Language(ESL) who are taking the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) I’m a specialist trained SEN teacher, with a wealth of training and experience working with neurodiversity, including autistic, ADHD and dyslexic s...
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£45/hr
5.0
David H
Experienced & Qualified Primary School Phonics Teacher (11+ & SATs)
Hi there! I'm David - a fully qualified primary school teacher with over 10 years teaching experience. I've taught children with SEN, EAL, behavioural problems and gifted children, across all primary stages. In the past 2 years, I have been tutoring online.Most of my teaching has been in Year 6, specialising in getting children ready for the 11+ exams (English, Maths, Verbal & Non Verbal) and SATs papers (Reading, SPaG & Maths). I know how tricky and confusing it can be for children - and parents - in the lead up to these tests. Whilst tutoring online, I have been specifically focusing on bridging...
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£47/hr
5.0
Anita S
30+ yrs teaching Phonics GCSE EXAMINER.
JUST OVER 8 WEEKS UNTIL EXAMS START!!Are you prepared?How does the writer structure the text to interest the reader? How does the writer use language to describe the setting?A student states ...... To what extent do you agree?These are examples of the questions you will be faced with.Do you want to go through real exam papers? Being a examiner, I know first hand what will get you those extra marks. I will guide you through each question giving you tips and advice on how to increase your grade.I have a few slots available now.Classes also available throughout the Easter break. Call me, I can help!...
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The cost of a Phonics tutor can vary depending on their qualifications and experience. Generally, private tutors charge between £30.00 and £50.00 per hour, with online lessons often slightly cheaper than in-person lessons

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Can getting a Phonics tutor help with my exam prep?

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How many Phonics lessons should I take?

The number of Phonics lessons a student should take depends on the student's needs and goals. Generally, it is recommended that the student has at least one lesson a week in order to build a good rapport with their tutor and ensure consistent learning.

Can getting a Phonics tutor help with revision?

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Will having a private Phonics tutor improve my career?

A Phonics tutor can help you gain confidence in your subject and improve your knowledge and understanding. This can help you work towards professional qualifications that can move your career forwards.

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