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Online Primary Tutors for Learners in Derby: Building Foundations at Home
Perhaps a quiet struggle with phonics, or a tricky maths concept causing frustration at homework time. Watching your primary-aged child lose their spark for learning can be disheartening. We understand. Tutorful connects learners in Derby with expert online primary tutors, taking the guesswork out of finding the right support. Just tell us a little about your child, and we will find the perfect match.
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Nurturing Curiosity: Primary Learning for Derby's Young Minds
Primary school builds essential foundations, from mastering phonics to confidently tackling early maths concepts. A strong start means children walk into secondary school feeling capable, ready for places like Derby Grammar or Littleover Community. It fosters a quiet confidence, turning learning from a challenge into a genuine joy.
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Supporting Your Child's Primary Journey, From Your Derby Home
You do not need to become an expert in primary tutoring. Just tell us about your child – their subject, learning style, what they find tricky. We then carefully match them with a small number of expert online primary tutors who genuinely fit their needs. This is about finding someone who not only knows their subject, but who can also connect, building confidence and making learning feel manageable.
Learning happens conveniently from your home in Derby. No travel, no disruption. Our online platform means your child accesses top primary tutors from across the UK. If the first tutor is not quite right, we will rematch them and cover that initial session. Supportive learning, designed around your child and your schedule.
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6 Primary tutors in Derby:
£24/hr
5.0
Sam T
Passionate Primary Primary Teacher
I have a vast amount of experience in Education spanning nearly 20 years. I qualified as a secondary Business teacher in 2021 but converted to primary a few years after I'd qualified. Since then, I have worked on supply for 2-3 years teaching all primary year groups across Derby, Derbyshire, Nottingham and Nottinghamshire.I'm an adaptable teacher, who endeavours to scaffold learning to satisfy students learning outcomes. I like to make learning fun and I'm a huge advocate of dual coding and metacognitive techniques to aid memory and recall.I enjoy teaching Maths at primary level and have a lot...
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£62/hr
4.9
Clare C
Looking for last minute 11+Primary Tutoring? Look no further!
I have extensive teaching experience in the British School of Rio de Janeiro, working with KS2, KS3, GCSE, and IB students, as well as teaching university-level courses in pedagogy and the art of teaching.
I specialise in ICT, having taught Key Stage 3 students on a variety of topics including video production, podcasting, databases, e-safety, and project management, using freeware tools like GIMP, Animoto, and Audacity to promote learning beyond the classroom. At Key Stage 4, I covered the IGCSE ICT course (0417) from Cambridge, focusing on both practical skills and theoretical knowledge,...
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£54/hr
5.0
Georgina B
Primary Specialist 7+, 9+, 11+ & 13+ English Entrance
Creative writing Technical EnglishComprehensionVerbal Reasoning7+ 9 +11+13 + Courses in English comprehension; Grammar, Punctuation & Spelling, Verbal Reasoning & Creative Writing English Exam and Scholarship Preparation courses available throughout the academic year. My approaches to tutoring Allowing regular and timely practice:Adequate preparation time plays a unique role in 7 - 13 plus preparation. Planning regular well paced lessons, beginning with the teaching of foundational core skills and fostering deeper learning,is far better for your child. By planning and investing in time, with regular...
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£70/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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£45/hr
5.0
Matthew B
Enthusiastic Teacher Looking To Make Primary Fun !
*FREE SPACES STILL AVAILABLE 2026-27*Monday - 11:50-14:00 Tuesday - 08:30-09:30 Thursday - 10:00-14:00, 19:15-20:15 Sunday - 11:20-12:20, 14:40-16:00 *I live in the North West of England and can cater in-person tutoring for students within 10 miles of where I live!*--------------------------------------------------------------------------Tutor Rate:For clarity, my current rate is £28 per hour.The extra added onto my price (I think my profile is currently displayed as £45) is the platform fee which Tutorful take - I do not see all of that £45.I do offer a family discount! Instead of £28 if I am ...
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£60/hr
4.9
Polly L
Primary Primary Teacher and 11+ Tutor
August Availability - Mon-Fri10:00-2:15My 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 seven years focusing on: SAT's tests at primary school, 11+ entrance exams andlanguage Aptitude tests.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 and builds confidence. I can provide...
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Find a tutor Iwona C
I am absolutely delighted with the lessons! The communication is brilliant, and the tutor is highly engaging and interactive during online classes. She has a fantastic approach not only to my son, Kevin, but also to me as a parent. I couldn't be happier with how things are going, and I will definitely be booking lessons for a long time to come. Highly recommended :)
Sara A
3rd Oct 2026
Jasmine W
Jasmine has been amazing and really helped Rowan develop his maths and English, he has developed so much confidence. Thanks for being so patient too as my son is a fidgeter! Thanks for everything, Faye and Rowan x
Faye W
7th Jul 2026
Daria A
Daria has been teaching my son for over 6 months now, he has grown in confidence and improved in his english and his maths I highly recommend her.
Tabitha M
29th Jun 2026
Caroline B
My son is preparing for a secondary school entrance exam this year and Caroline has been brilliant at helping with his prep. Her feedback and the provision of homework following his lessons has been really helpful and he is very much enjoying his lessons.
Tricia O
3rd Jun 2026
Becky E
Becky was a fantastic tutor for my daughter during her SATs preparation. She really enjoyed her lessons and always looked forward to them. Becky’s teaching style made learning feel relaxed and approachable, while still being really effective. We noticed a big boost in both confidence and understanding, and the support she gave throughout the process was invaluable. I’d highly recommend her to anyone looking for a supportive and engaging tutor.
K S
11th May 2026
Tim H
Tim has been an excellent tutor for my son in English & Maths, providing clear explanations and building his confidence so much that he gets praised by his school teacher often.
Tim is patient, encouraging, and adapts his teaching style to suit my son’s needs, making learning both engaging and fun.
I would highly recommend him to any parent looking for a reliable and supportive tutor.
A V
1st May 2026
Emily G
Emily has been tutoring my daughter in Maths and English for about a year, and we’ve seen a clear improvement in both her confidence and ability. She explains concepts in a way that’s easy to understand and keeps lessons engaging. My daughter enjoys the sessions and feels more motivated with her schoolwork. Emily is patient, reliable, and supportive, and we’re very happy with the progress made over the past year. Highly recommend :)
Clare S
24th Apr 2026
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
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See all FAQs Yes, absolutely. One of the biggest advantages of online tutoring is access. Your child in Derby can learn from expert primary tutors located anywhere in the UK, not just those living nearby. This significantly widens the pool of talent and ensures a better match for their specific learning needs, all from the comfort of your home.