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That quiet worry about phonics, the one that starts when you notice your child struggling to sound out words, can feel heavy. In Leicester, where a strong start in literacy is seen as crucial, it's easy to feel the pressure for them to master these early building blocks. You might be wondering if this initial gap could widen, affecting their confidence as they move through primary school and even impacting their secondary school options. We understand this feeling.
You don't need to become a tutoring expert to find the right help. We connect students in Leicester with expert online Phonics tutors from across the UK. Online learning means no travel, fitting easily into your family's routine, and access to the best support available.
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Building Foundational Confidence in Phonics
Mastering phonics is about more than just reading words; it's about building the bedrock of all future learning. When a child confidently decodes, they don't just read; they understand, they engage, and they begin to enjoy stories and information. Imagine your child in Leicester tackling new school books with enthusiasm, confidently contributing in class, and approaching the primary curriculum with a solid base. This early mastery fosters a belief in their own abilities, paving the way for a smoother transition to secondary school and opening doors to broader academic opportunities, even as they consider future pathways to local institutions like the University of Leicester or Loughborough.
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Finding the Right Phonics Support for Your Child
For parents new to tutoring, finding the right person can feel overwhelming. You don't have to scroll through endless profiles trying to decide. Instead, tell us about your child's specific phonics needs and we’ll thoughtfully match them with an expert. Our tutors aren't just subject experts; they're skilled at building confidence and finding the unique way in that makes phonics click for your child. It's a recommendation, not a list to pick from.
Forget passive video calls. Tutorful's interactive online classroom is designed for active learning. Your child and their tutor will work together on a shared whiteboard, sounding out words, marking up texts, and exploring phonics patterns in real-time. Annotation tools allow for visual explanations, and every session is recorded. This means your child can revisit challenging concepts or re-watch how to blend sounds, making their learning truly stick.
With online sessions, your child learns from the comfort of your home in Leicester, completely removing travel time. This opens access to expert Phonics tutors from across the UK, fitting around busy family schedules – after school or at weekends. If the first tutor isn't the right fit, we’ll happily cover your first session with a new match. It's support that works for your family, on your terms.
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6 Phonics tutors in Leicester:
£45/hr
5.0
Matthew B
Enthusiastic Teacher Looking To Make Phonics Fun !
*NOW TAKING REQUESTS FOR THE NEXT ACADEMIC YEAR (2026-27)* - please message me before booking as I am still tutoring this current academic year's cohort and it's a lot easier to come to a mutually beneficial time slot as opposed to having to make adjustments to bookings generated by the system.*I live in the North West of England and can cater in-person tutoring for students within 10 miles of where I live!*Family Discount: offering discounts on brothers/sisters of family members I am currently tutoring. --------------------------------------------------------------------------Tutor Rate:For clarity,...
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£54/hr
4.9
Padma A
Phonics Friendly, cheerful, enthusiastic, and patient.
Hi,
I am an enthusiastic and friendly tutor, offering math and English tutoring for primary school children.
I prepare students for 7+, 9+, and 11+ entrance exams, as well as SATs. I also tutor Year 7 children in math and science.
I hold a Master's degree and a teaching qualification, along with an Enhanced DBS check. I began tutoring in 2014 and have since guided numerous children through their learning journeys.
I have tutored over 100 children, each with different ages and abilities. I recognise that every child is unique, and I adapt my teaching approach to meet their individual...
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£50/hr
5.0
Michelle J
Qualified Primary, GCSE and 11+ Phonics teacher
Hello, I am an enthusiastic and dedicated PGCE qualified maths and English tutor with over ten years experience of teaching a variety of primary and secondary school pupils (ages 4-16) to reach their potential.I specialise in teaching English up to GCSE level and maths up to KS3 as well as preparing children for the 11+ examinations.I have also taught abroad in Ghana, Africa and in Cambodia. This has shaped my creative teaching career and inspired me to teach online to new pupils also. I have been successful in raising attainment and achievement in schools through intervention and the pupils have...
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£151/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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£85/hr
4.7
Miss Natasha T
Expert Phonics Tutor + examiner, accepting new students!
** LIMITED AVAILABILITY - SOME TIME SLOTS STILL FREE ONMONDAYS, THURSDAYS AND SUNDAYS** Struggling with your subject? I'm here to help! I've been a professional online private tutor for over 10 years, teaching a mixture of English, Classics and Humanities; providing lessons and resources, I can set your weekly tasks to complete, create and mark mock exams and give essay / academic writing help and feedback. Feel free to get in touch for more info. Each person learns best in his or her own particular way, so I provide personalised lesson plans to meet the individual needs of my students. We can...
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£50/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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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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Online tutoring provides students in Leicester access to a wider pool of expert Phonics tutors from across the UK. This means you're not limited to who lives nearby, ensuring your child gets the best possible match for their specific learning style. It also removes any travel time, fitting easily into busy family routines in Leicester.