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It's completely natural to worry that if your child falls behind with phonics in their early school years, they might struggle to catch up. You want to see them thrive as they move towards Arbroath High School or Arbroath Academy, and the fear that an early stumble could affect their confidence is a heavy one.
One-to-one online tutoring provides a gentle, encouraging space for your child to get the focused support they need. A friendly phonics tutor can help them master the building blocks of reading at their own pace, turning anxiety into excitement and helping them become happy, confident learners.
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Why Phonics is the Foundation for Your Child's Future
Phonics is so much more than just learning to read a storybook. It's the key that unlocks your child's entire education. When a child can confidently decode words, they can understand their science homework, tackle maths problems, and express their own ideas in writing. Mastering phonics early gives them the tools to succeed across all subjects, building a solid foundation for their journey through school in Arbroath and into their future.
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Personalised Phonics Support for Your Child in Arbroath
Finding the right person to support your child is everything. That’s why we are so selective, accepting only 1 in 8 tutors who apply. Our tutors are not just subject experts; they are caring mentors who understand how to make learning feel like fun. They'll take the time to get to know your child and adapt their teaching style to build a genuine connection.
Every online lesson is designed around your child's specific needs. If they're finding tricky digraphs like 'sh' or 'ch' a bit confusing, their tutor will create fun activities to help them click. This one-to-one attention means they can ask questions without feeling shy, building their skills and confidence at a pace that feels comfortable for them.
With online tutoring, you can forget the stress of after-school travel. You can find the perfect, background-checked tutor from anywhere in the UK and schedule lessons at times that fit around your family's life. It’s flexible, convenient support that helps your child succeed, and it’s why over 4,100 parents have rated us 4.6 stars.
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6 Phonics tutors in Arbroath:
£30/hr
5.0
Stephen T
Experienced, friendly, patient Phonics tutor for all ages
I am a native English-speaking, qualified tutor of English as a foreign language, who also tutors Thai, acoustic guitar, and low-level French and Spanish - having studied these languages, lived in Thailand for 14 years, and played guitar since primary school.I also do English proofreading and editing, Thai interpreting, other areas of English writing, reading and speaking, and other primary subjects such as Maths.EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS • 20 years helping people improve their language (mostly English) • 12 years paid tutoring, teaching and proofreading • TESOL Level 5 Certificate (Teaching ESOL:...
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£30/hr
4.9
Richard B
Qualified Phonics tutor
Hi, I’m Richard and I’m a qualified primary school teacher.I tutor both primary school and teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL) students on Tutorful.For primary school children, I teach both KS1 and KS2 subjects from across the primary curriculum, with my main focus on maths, English and reading.For TEFL students, I teach beginner, intermediate and advanced classes that draw heavily on my time spent teaching English abroad.I tutor with a standardised lesson structure and I link lessons together to ensure that learning is backed up session after session.This is the same method that I u...
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£30/hr
5.0
Abigail R
Providing progress in Phonics through tailored support
I am a qualified primary school teacher with experience across both mainstream and specialist settings. For the past three years, I have worked in a school for children with social, emotional and mental health needs, all of whom have Education, Health and Care Plans. This has given me a strong foundation in trauma informed practice, personalised learning and the importance of building safe, trusting relationships so that children feel confident and supported in their learning. I believe these approaches benefit all children, not just those with additional needs.Before working in specialist education,...
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£47/hr
5.0
Tierney G
Supportive SEND, English and Phonics tutor
Supportive Primary English, Phonics & SEND Specialist I am a qualified teacher with 8 years of dedicated experience helping children find their voice and build confidence in their learning. Whether your child needs support with Early Years Phonics, Primary English, or has Special Educational Needs (SEND), I provide a calm, patient, and highly creative environment where they can thrive. How I Can Help Your Child: • Early Literacy & Phonics: I specialize in breaking down reading and writing into manageable, fun steps—perfect for pupils in EYFS, KS1, and those catching up in KS2. • ESL & Language Suppo...
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£24/hr
4.5
Matthew M
Professional Primary Phonics Tutor
I qualified with a PGDE in Primary Education from the University of Edinburgh in July 2024. I am passionate about getting it right for all learners, and finding ways that work for you. Whether it’s exploring different ways of remembering spelling rules, or new tricks for solving numerical problems. I have spent the last year working with a p3/4 class creating different support and strategies for all of my learners in my class. Enabling them to reach their full potential in all aspects of their learning.A typical session would start with a quick revision of previous knowledge through games to k...
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£54/hr
5.0
Mustafa M
Effective Phonics Futor & Politics PhD Candidate
I help ambitious students — from GCSE through to PhD — earn top grades by training their writing and study habits into a reliable system, rather than patching one essay or exam at a time.About meI'm a PhD candidate at the University of Aberdeen, researching radicalisation and counter-terrorism.- MA in Politics and International Relations — First-Class, Valedictorian, awarded the Frank Bealey Prize for highest honours grades in cohort - LLM in International Law, Security and Strategic Studies — Commendation - Manuscript currently under peer review at *Terrorism and Political Violence* (Q1, Taylor ...
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Sara C
Sara has been fantastic with my 5-year-old. I initially shared my concerns about Dawud’s reading and maths, and she reassured me that with the right support, he would improve and be ready for the phonics screening. I noticed a significant boost in his confidence and reading ability even after the first session. Highly recommended — she is both skilled and very kind.
Sara K
12th Apr 2026
Emma J
We’re very happy to have Teacher Emma as our son’s Phonics teacher. She is very encouraging and patient, which makes a big difference. As we’ve just moved to the UK and English is not our first language, we truly appreciate how smoothly our son is able to learn with her.
Chun Y
8th Apr 2026
Emma S
Emma has been teaching my son (aged 6) and daughter (aged 3) over the last two months. Emma has been fantastic at maintaining their attention given their age and also making the lessons fun and engaging. Our children have already made exceptional progress given the short time she has spent with them! Thank you so much Emma :)
GHAYATHRI M
26th Mar 2026
Lily E
Lily is a kind, patient, and thoughtful teacher. She understands how to support my autistic child and always gives them the time they need to think and respond without pressure.
Her lessons are engaging and well structured, and she also helps children understand feelings, kindness, and how to treat others with respect. My child genuinely enjoys learning with Lily and always looks forward to their lessons. We really appreciate the care and understanding Lily brings to her teaching.
Anisa M
8th Mar 2026
Jayne C
Jayne is a fantastic teacher.She helped assess my daughter's level in English and Math.Jayne is very flexible and my daughter enjoyed the lesson very much.
Eunice A
10th Feb 2026
Joanne W
My daughter Ariya has been taking lessons with Joanne for more than 6 months now and she(my daughter) has improved in her phonics and reading so much. Joanne is so kind, patient and a super fun teacher. They started when my daughter was 5 and I was a bit worried with how she would handle online tutoring but Joanne makes it seamless and Ariya is right there with her the entire time. 10/10 teacher!
Batzaya C
26th Jan 2026
Evi C
Evi is such a great tutor - she’s proactive, resourceful and supportive. She’s been tutoring my sister who’s in year 5 and she’s been a massive help in her learning. Evi is very knowledgeable about the syllabus and puts a lot of care when planning lessons and delivering them. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend her to anyone. Thanks Evi!
Jaheda K
21st Oct 2025
Rebecca T
We’ve been so pleased with Rebecca as our daughter’s phonics tutor! Since starting lessons, our daughter’s confidence has grown so much, and it’s been wonderful to see how much she enjoys learning now. She looks forward to each session and always comes away smiling. The tutor has a warm and encouraging approach that really brings out the best in her. We’re so grateful for the positive impact she’s had.
Francesca B
14th Oct 2025
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