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Skilled Tutoring for Your Child’s Primary Years
It’s completely normal to feel both excited and a little anxious as your child moves through primary school. You want them to enjoy learning but also see them do well in key milestones like the Phonics Screening Check, the Multiplication Tables Check, and the KS1 or KS2 assessments. These can feel like big hurdles, sometimes turning what could be a joyful learning journey into a performance-oriented one.
That’s where private primary school tutors can really step in. We partner with your family and your child to make these moments manageable: keeping the fun of discovery alive while strengthening the basics. At Tutorful, we're focused on building confidence, not just ticking boxes.
That’s where private primary school tutors can really step in. We partner with your family and your child to make these moments manageable: keeping the fun of discovery alive while strengthening the basics. At Tutorful, we're focused on building confidence, not just ticking boxes.
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What Our Primary School Tutors Can Support With
We believe in supporting your child right where they are - and helping them grow from there. Our online primary school tutors are specially chosen to match young learners’ needs, and here are some key ways they help:
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- Core Skills: Reading, writing, spelling, grammar, and maths - helping your child strengthen foundations across the curriculum.
- Phonics Screening Check: Guiding younger learners through early phonics, including decoding and blending sounds.
- Multiplication Tables Check: Making times tables fun and memorable, using effective techniques to help them stick.
- KS1 and KS2 Assessments: Offering calm, steady preparation for these key stages, so your child feels comfortable and capable when it matters most.
- Primary Assessments and SATs Practice: Building familiarity with test formats and question styles, while keeping stress levels low.
- Secondary School Applications: Helping your child strengthen core academic skills and confidence ahead of this next big step.
- Private School Entrance Exams: Providing targeted support in reasoning, maths, and English to give your child a well-rounded preparation.
- Common Entrance Exams: Focusing on understanding, accuracy, and exam technique to help them succeed under timed conditions.
Choosing the Right Primary Tutor for Your Family
Finding a primary school tutor who truly fits your child makes all the difference. We only accept about 1 in 8 applicants, so you’re working with someone who has strong experience, understanding of young minds, and a caring approach. Our tutors adapt to your child’s style - whether your six-year-old finds "alien words" a bit silly, or your seven-year-old needs some quiet encouragement to take risks in writing.
Also worth looking out for: availability that fits around your family life, clear communication, and a style that doesn’t feel like "just another test." Online options give you flexibility - your child can learn in a familiar, comfortable space. And the right tutor will help your child feel supported, not pressured.
The Impact of Effective Primary Tutoring
When tutoring is done well, the results go far beyond improved assessments. A strong primary foundation shapes how your child approaches learning for years to come, both inside and outside school. Our track record shows the difference: students who work with us are likely to make meaningful progress and feel more positive about learning. Ingredients like one-to-one focus, tailored sessions, and a friendly, encouraging tutor all combine to help your child thrive.
Also worth looking out for: availability that fits around your family life, clear communication, and a style that doesn’t feel like "just another test." Online options give you flexibility - your child can learn in a familiar, comfortable space. And the right tutor will help your child feel supported, not pressured.
The Impact of Effective Primary Tutoring
When tutoring is done well, the results go far beyond improved assessments. A strong primary foundation shapes how your child approaches learning for years to come, both inside and outside school. Our track record shows the difference: students who work with us are likely to make meaningful progress and feel more positive about learning. Ingredients like one-to-one focus, tailored sessions, and a friendly, encouraging tutor all combine to help your child thrive.
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181 Primary tutors:
£62/hr
4.9
Clare C
Looking for last minute 11+Primary Tutoring? Look no further!
I lived abroad for many years teaching in the British School of Rio de Janeiro and have experience teaching KS2, KS3, GCSE and IB students. I have also taught University Level classes in pedagogy and the art of teaching. I have experience working with SEN children and encouraging those with learning difficulties to reach their full potential.
During my time at the British School I taught Key Stage 3 ICT we covered topics like video making, podcasts, spreadsheets, databases, word-processing, e-safety, communications, project management, hardware and software, using a variety of different software...
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£37/hr
5.0
Carole G
Professional Primary tutor
Hi, my name is Carole. I worked as a primary school teacher for 19 years and I have been tutoring children from reception to year 8, mainly online, since February 2020. I have worked with many children, helping them to achieve success in SATs, school entrance exams or to gain increased confidence and enjoyment of their subjects in school. I had some recent feedback from a parent, stating that their child had "gone from being scared of maths (and trying to hide it by saying maths is boring) to loving it!" Some of my current students have worked with me for several years, continuing after primary...
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£79/hr
5.0
Michelle P
In need of Easter revision? Message me. Primary English
Hi. My name is Michelle and I'm a freelance writer and online English tutor. I also work casually as a Cover Supervisor, providing emergency teacher cover in high schools all over Chester and the surrounding area. I graduated in 2018, as a mature student, with a first-class English Literature degree and am available for hire as a private English tutor and mentor. I have lots of experience preparing students for 7+, 11+, GCSE, A Level, IELTS and all common entrance English exams.As the parent of two children myself (ages twelve and sixteen), I understand first-hand how difficult it can be trying...
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£47/hr
4.9
Jake S
Enthusiastic, Engaging and Experienced Primary Teacher
Trial lessons and Free Video Chats available for new tutees upon request.Tutoring online to all over the world!I am a fully qualified Mathematics teacher, having taught for 2 years in Northampton, now working as a full-time Private Tutor in Manchester. (My lessons are exclusively online now though). I have been successfully running my own tutoring business for over 5 years now.I have a degree in Geology from the University of Birmingham and from there went on to Edge Hill University to train to become a Maths Teacher. The change of subject was facilitated by my A-level qualifications in maths,...
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£44/hr
4.8
Victoria T
Friendly Primary tutor
I have worked in the educational sector both in the UK and Overseas. I teach children of primary and secondary school age in both mainstream and special schools. I currently work as a Mathematics Teacher in a mainstream secondary school. I use the Teacch, Pecs and Makaton to teach individuals whom I support in small groups and on one to one. I have a Makaton certificate for professionals. Having taught mathematics at the Secondary level and still teaching, I am conversant with the subject specialism and educational curriculum. I identify misconceptions students have and devise different ways to...
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£49/hr
5.0
William C
Experienced, Primary Tutor (11+/13+)
For English, Maths, Verbal and Non Verbal Reasoning, I have successfully helped students achieve entry to highly competitive schools. I cover the GL, CEM, QUEST, ISEB and independent exam boards.I work as a full-time tutor with a large variety of clients. I have over five years experience working with students taking ISEB, CEM, GL and Independent assessments. I have travelled with clients to Europe to tutor overseas as well.If you are looking for a tutor to help your child with intensive study towards these exams, then I am highly experienced with this. On the other hand, if you are just looking...
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Emma S
Emma has been an invaluable asset to my 10-year-old daughter’s education over the past three months. She very quick to identify my child's specific learning style, and we saw a genuine difference in school assessment results within just four weeks.
Beyond the grades, the boost in my daughter’s confidence has been fantastic to see. Emma is patient, fun, and highly supportive, making every lesson something my daughter truly enjoys. She provides productive feedback and guidance that has been helpful for both of us. I am so glad we found her and would 100% recommend her to any parent looking for an effective and engaging tutor
Sonia B
12th Mar 2026
Megan G
Megan has been helping our 8 year old with his English and maths. He struggles to feel confident and Megan is really helping him to feel that he can do things he thought he couldn’t. He really likes her and looks forward to his sessions with her.
Rachel H
25th Feb 2026
charlotte S
Charlotte is great, she explains things so clearly, is very enthusiastic and friendly. My son really enjoys his sessions with her.
Samantha C
28th Jan 2026
Judy C
Judy has been marvellous. My child is really engaged and comfortable with her and excited to learn.
Amy T
19th Jan 2026
Julie S
Sienna thoroughly enjoyed her Maths sessions with Julie and was always eager for the next one.
Julie was great at helping Sienna get up to speed with the Tutorful platform.
Alan S
18th Jan 2026
Rosie J
Rosie is very patient and encouraging. She understands where my daughter needs support in KS2 maths. Rosie helps my daughter understand concepts visually and with clear examples .
Lyndsey F
17th Nov 2025
Reece M
We couldn't ask for a better tutor for English and Maths.
Reece has a natural teaching style that comes from the heart, and he is very patient and knows how to keep my child completely engaged.
He's so good at quickly pinpointing strengths and weaknesses in both subjects.
Mukhtar S
1st Sep 2025
Luke S
Our son really enjoyed his sessions with Luke - and felt much more confident afterwards.
Luke is well prepared and communicated quickly and clearly with us.
Paul W
10th Jul 2025
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Our primary school tutors know exactly how these tests work and what skills your child needs to succeed. They make practice sessions fun and engaging, helping your child feel confident with everything from decoding ‘pseudo-words’ to tackling tricky reading comprehension. The focus is always on progress without pressure.