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That feeling after a parents' evening, or simply watching your child struggle with reading at home, can be unsettling. Especially with the Year 1 Phonics Screening Check on the horizon, the thought of them falling behind in vital early reading skills is a real worry for many parents in Wigan. You might wonder how to help, or even who to turn to. We understand this. Tutorful connects learners in Wigan with expert online Phonics tutors from across the UK. You won't need to sift through endless profiles; tell us what your child needs, and we'll carefully find the right person. This way, your child gets dedicated support without disrupting your family's busy schedule.

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The Power of Strong Phonics Skills for Your Child

When children truly grasp phonics, a world of reading opens up. You see them confidently sounding out new words, rather than guessing, and their stories become a joy, not a struggle. This early confidence is crucial; it means they're ready for Key Stage 2 and beyond, building a solid foundation that supports every subject, from English comprehension to understanding science texts. It’s about more than just passing a check; it's about giving them the belief they can read anything.
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Supportive Phonics Tutoring for Your Child in Wigan

For parents who haven’t hired a tutor before, the idea of finding the 'right' one can feel overwhelming. That’s why we do the matching for you. You tell us about your child – their current understanding of phonics, how they learn best, and what you hope to achieve – and we’ll recommend an expert tutor. Our thoughtful, data-backed approach ensures your child gets a skilled, patient communicator who builds their confidence. Forget the idea of a simple video call. Tutorful’s online classroom is designed specifically for engaging phonics lessons. Your child and their tutor work together on a shared interactive whiteboard, drawing, writing, and marking up sounds in real-time. Annotation tools help break down complex sounds, and every session is recorded, so your child can revisit tricky concepts or practice their decoding skills whenever they need to. It’s active, collaborative learning, built to make phonics click. From your home in Wigan, your child gains access to top phonics tutors from across the UK. No travel, no rushing, and sessions fit neatly around after-school clubs or weekend plans. If the first tutor isn't quite the right fit, we’ll happily rematch your child with someone new, covering that initial session. We offer supportive learning that works for your family, on your schedule.
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9 Phonics tutors in Wigan:

£42/hr
5.0
Megan G
Enthusiastic, bubbly tutor expert in Phonics and English!
I am enthusiastic and I always want what is best for you. I will listen to your concerns, your strengths and areas of improvement andadapt my sessions to build on these. Each of my sessions will focus on one of your areas that you want to develop and we will work through problems in order to build confidence for you to complete them independently. I strongly believe that the fundamentals of progression come from making small steps of progress. I will use resources within my sessions in order to support the child’s understanding. At university, I studied primary education and I am now a fully q...
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£31/hr
4.0
Peter E
Enthusiastic Phonics tutor
Hello, my name is Peter Evans and I am a former Primary School Teacher.I have taught in various primary schools since 2021 and over the years, have gathered a vast amount of experience with all primary school age groups, curriculums and teaching techniques. During this time, I've had experience tutoring students in the following subjects: Maths, Reading and Spelling Punctuation and Grammar. In addition, I have taught all ages across the primary sector and ensured that all needs of the individual student are met.My teaching style is dependent on the individual. I recognise that every child is different...
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£39/hr
5.0
Taybah H
MSc | Specialist in SEN & Wellbeing Phonics Psychology-KS1
Hi, I am Taybah! I am dedicated to empowering students throughout their academic growth and personal development, fostering their confidence. With my MSc in Psychology and Children’s Development and Wellbeing, I recognise the importance of helping individuals to thrive by tailoring individual lesson plans that are engaging and beneficial to maximise their progress. I have seen firsthand how much curiosity, creativity, and confidence can help one grow with the correct supervision. For example, whether it is helping a child to discover reading, asking them questions, forming a conversation, or w...
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£60/hr
4.9
Polly L
Primary Phonics Teacher and 11+ Tutor
My name is Polly and I am a qualified primary school teacher with 10+ years experience in schools.I have been tutoring online for the last six years as an 11+ and SAT's specialist.In my lessons I use a variety of test style questions, pictures and activities to help your child with their learning. Lessons are interactive and a mixture of learning, activities and games. The aim of the lesson is to learn in a relaxed environment so that your child feels comfortable. I can provide homework if you like. Lessons are 30, 45 or 60 minutes. All lessons take place within the Tutorful online classroom as...
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£40/hr
5.0
Hannah B
Organised and professional Phonics Tutor
**Available Thursday 6:30pm, Friday 7pm and later during the week for international students.**Hello I'm Hannah and I live near Liverpool. I qualified as a teacher in 2012 and I have been teaching for 14 years with 7 years in year 2. In the last few years I have taught from nursery up to year 9 with a focus on preparing children for their SATs in year 2 and 6. I have tutored children from reception class up to key stage 3 and many children who will be completing their SATs in year 6. I have tutored students all over the world to allow them to keep up with the UK National Curriculum along with students...
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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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£108/hr
5.0
Anita S
30+ yrs teaching Phonics - GCSE AQA/CAMBRIDGE EXAMINER.
GCSE EXAM PREPARATION - SLOTS AVAILABLE APRIL/MAY/JUNE DURING THE DAYTIME. PLEASE MESSAGE ME.Being a examiner, I know first hand what you need to do to gain those extra marks. I will guide you through each question giving you tips and advice on how to increase your grade.I have been teaching the English language abroad and in the UK to students of all ages and backgrounds for over 30 years. I prepare students for national and international English exams; SATs, 11+,(ISEB, GL, CEM). It is recommended to start studying for the 11+ before Year 4. GCSE/IGCSE (AQA/EDEXCEL/EDUQAS/OCR) International English...
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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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£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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