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Build Phonics Confidence for Your Portslade-by-Sea Child with Online Tutors
We know that feeling. The Year 1 Phonics Screening Check is on the horizon, and in a busy Portslade classroom, you worry your child might get lost in the crowd. You want to give them the strongest possible start, building a foundation that sees them thrive as they move towards secondary school.
Imagine turning that worry into excitement. From your home in Portslade-by-Sea, we connect your child with specialist online Phonics tutors from across the UK. They don't just teach reading; they build the self-belief that makes learning a joy, one sound at a time.
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Phonics: It's More Than Reading, It's the Start of Self-Belief
Mastering Phonics is about so much more than passing a test. It’s the moment your child realises they hold the key to unlocking the words all around them. It’s the confidence they feel when they read a street sign aloud for the first time, or when they can finally tackle a favourite book by themselves. This early success builds a powerful belief: 'I can do this.' It's a feeling that shapes their entire attitude towards school, encouraging curiosity and resilience that will serve them for years to come.
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The Personalised Phonics Support Your Portslade-by-Sea Child Deserves
The right tutor doesn't just see a student; they see your child. They take the time to understand what makes them tick, what sparks their interest, and where those little stumbling blocks are. Because we only accept 1 in 8 tutors who apply, you can be sure you're connecting with a true expert who knows how to turn 'I can't' into 'I get it!'. It's a partnership built on trust and a shared goal: watching your child's confidence soar.
What does that look like in a lesson? It’s not endless drills. It's turning tricky digraphs like 'ch' and 'sh' into a fun game. It’s celebrating the moment they blend 'c-a-t' without hesitation. Each session is built around your child's specific needs, moving at their pace to ensure concepts are truly understood, not just memorised. This tailored approach helps them build skills that last, giving them a solid platform for all future learning.
Best of all, this support fits right into your family's life in Portslade-by-Sea. No extra travel after the school run, no logistical stress. Your child learns from the comfort and quiet of home, connecting with a specialist who could be anywhere in the UK. It's the magic of online tutoring: access to the very best, on your schedule. Join over 200,000 happy students who've found a new love for learning with us.
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9 Phonics tutors in Portslade By Sea:
£54/hr
5.0
Carly F
Fun and compassionate Phonics tutor
I'm a well-rounded tutor with over a decade of experience teaching students from early years all the way up to secondary and sixth form. Most of my professional experience has been with young people with SEND - notably autism, ADHD, and dyslexia.My strength is increasing confidence in my learners. I have a high success rate in helping the young people I work with have more faith in their ability to learn. My own experience at school—where I was misunderstood as unmotivated or unwilling—drives my passion for supporting young people, helping them realise that with the right guidance and support, the...
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£70/hr
5.0
Suzanne M
Supportive Phonics tutor
Qualified Secondary school English teacher and senior GCSE Examiner for Edexcel and AQA. I have many years experience as a classroom teacher and as a one-to-one tutor and have worked as an examiner for 11 years. I also have a TESOL qualification and teach English as a foreign language. My students have fun and I get excellent results. I work on key skills to pass exams and improve written expression. I teach Key Stage 2,Key Stage 3 and Key Stage 4. I have a friendly and patient approach and like to encourage confidence in my students. I tailor classes to meet individual needs and learning style....
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£47/hr
5.0
Mia F
Energetic Phonics tutor
What I teach and why: I am exceptionally passionate about the topics I teach! I have hundreds of hours of private tutoring experience with a large range of children and young adults, I am sure we will get off to a flying start! I also have experience as a tutor manager and have managed a tutoring buisiness for over a year. Now I am returning to my true passion of teaching! The topics I cover are pivotal to both the curriculum and modern living and are all areas I have a genuine interest in. In my sessions I hope to inspire a passion for the topic but also develop a love of learning, learning techniques...
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£37/hr
5.0
Nick G
Engaging Tutor in Primary Phonics English, Reading,Phonics
I’m a qualified Primary teacher with 9 years of classroom experience and a BA in Primary Education. Over the years, I’ve supported many children aged 5–11 in building confidence and achieving success in Maths, English, Reading and Eleven Plus preparation.For the past 2 years, I’ve also worked as a tutor, helping children grow in both skills and self-belief. Every child learns differently, so I adapt my approach to suit their needs, whether that means breaking concepts into small, manageable steps, using digital tools, or bringing learning to life through relating subjects to real-world example...
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£93/hr
5.0
Jessica P
Phonics Highly experienced, friendly tutor
Not only am I a supportive and encouraging teacher, with many years of experience as a qualified teacher but I also work for the Department for Education as an Education Consultant which means that my lessons are highly effective. I have prepared fast track courses to support students from the age of 5 right through to masters university level.I am fortunate enough to be an Examiner of KS2, GCSE and A-Level providing me with detailed insight into a range of exam boards as well as working on university-based assessment panels.I have enjoyed many years of work as a private tutor on a 1:1/small group...
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£77/hr
4.9
Diana-Rose O
PhD Student and Trainee Medical Doctor Teaching Phonics
I am more than happy to provide online tuition, as well as face-to-face sessions. Hello! My name is Diana and I am currently training to be a medical doctor, whilst studying a PhD. I studied Mathematics, Chemistry and Biology at sixth form, and I have studied a Masters degree in Public Health with Queen Mary's University of London.About me: I have been a tutor with Tutorful for 10 years completing over 2400 sessions. I have been tutoring students of all ages in English, Maths, Science, the piano, and many other subjects. I have taught students who have now gone on to study Medicine at university,...
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£60/hr
4.8
Joanna C
Phonics Tutor - A Cambridge medic helping you reach your potential
Hello, My name is Joanna. Currently teaching GCSE English and Drama in a local school, I have been working as a freelance tutor for the past 15 years. Outside of education, I am a writer and have worked with theatre companies in a variety of roles. Originally working with students dealing with SEN and integration into main stream schools, I've experience working with early learners all the way through to A Level. This includes preparation for SATs and grammar school entrance exams. My specialist subjects are English and Drama, which I teach to A Level. I am also able to teach certain topics in...
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£48/hr
5.0
Qurat K
Qualified Teacher|SATs & GCSE Maths Specialist Phonics
🎓 Qualified Primary Teacher | EYFS, Phonics, SATs, 11+ & GCSE Maths Specialist | EYFS–KS3 Support🔔 Availability🌟 SATs & GCSE Summer Preparation – Limited Spaces 🌟I am currently offering a limited number of tailored SATs (Year 5 → Year 6) and GCSE (Year 10 → Year 11) summer preparation programmes throughout July and August.These sessions are carefully designed to: • Build confidence and independence ahead of the new academic year • Strengthen key maths and English skills and address learning gaps • Develop strong exam technique and problem-solving strategies for SATs and GCSE successEach programm...
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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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