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Watching your child prepare for big steps like the 11+ can feel like a huge weight on your shoulders. If you're in Formby, you know the competition for places at excellent schools like Merchant Taylors' is tough, and it's natural to worry if your child's reading skills are strong enough for the challenging comprehension and verbal reasoning exams.
You're not alone in feeling this pressure. Finding the right support can make all the difference, helping your child build not just their skills, but their confidence too. Our expert Reading tutors offer friendly, one-to-one online lessons to help them feel prepared and ready for their next chapter.
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Why Strong Reading Skills are Key to Your Child's Success
Being a confident reader is about more than just passing an entrance exam; it's the foundation for all future learning. Strong comprehension skills are essential for understanding history texts, science questions, and even maths problems. By helping your child master reading now, you're giving them a vital tool that will unlock their potential across all their GCSE and A-Level subjects, opening doors to university and the career they dream of.
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The Right Reading Support for Your Child's School Goals
The right tutor does more than just teach; they build a connection with your child. By understanding their unique learning style and where they might be struggling, they can create a supportive space where your child feels comfortable asking questions. We see this all the time – that personal guidance is what helps them make real progress.
Every online lesson is built around your child's specific needs. Whether they need to practise analysing tricky texts for a verbal reasoning test or build their vocabulary for comprehension exercises, the tutor will tailor the session to focus on the exact areas that will make the biggest impact. This targeted approach is why 90% of students improve by at least one grade with us.
Finding that perfect support shouldn't add to your stress. With Tutorful, you can browse our top-rated tutors and arrange online lessons that fit around your family's busy schedule. No travel, no fuss – just effective, convenient support from the comfort of your home, helping you and your child feel calm and prepared.
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8 Reading tutors in Formby:
£31/hr
5.0
Sam P
Experienced and successful Reading tutor
Hi there!I am a knowledgeable and patient English Literature and Language tutor and teacher with over 7 years of experience in and out of the classroom and many student success stories under my belt (A*s at A-Level and 9s at GCSE). I have experience teaching English Literature and English Language for the following levels and exam boards: A-Level: AQA, OCR, WJEC Eduqas;GCSE: AQA, OCR, WJEC Eduqas, Edexcel;Key Stage 3, as well as the 11+ exams.I'm also very interested in tutoring students at degree level. My approach to tutoring is student centric, with a focus on developing skills via scaffolding....
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£54/hr
5.0
Danny M
Enthusiastic and experienced English and Reading tutor.
Danny McGregor Private Tuition provides high-quality, personalised tutoring designed to help children grow in confidence, strengthen their understanding, and achieve their full academic potential. Specialising in KS1 and KS2 education, lessons are carefully tailored to suit each child’s individual learning style, ensuring they feel supported, motivated, and engaged every step of the way.With over 13 years of teaching experience, Danny offers professional tuition in Maths, English, and Science, combining strong subject knowledge with a calm, patient, and encouraging approach. Whether a child needs e...
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£35/hr
4.9
Lindsey C
Committed and flexible Reading tutor.
I am passionate about education and enjoy working in an area where I can help others to fulfil their learning potential. Since 2014 I have been tutoring children (and occasionally adults), covering English, Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning, and Maths. I was also a home educator for over a decade, taking full responsibility for the education of my own children, both at primary and secondary level, in all subjects. I will take the time to get to know each student’s individual needs and abilities so that I can deliver lessons in the way that works best for them.I have a proven track record in helping r...
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£54/hr
5.0
Steven B
Reading Tutor - Academic IELTS Specialist
I am a patient and conscientious individual with a passion for English Language, both speech and the written word. I am familiar with the AQA, Eduqas, Pearson Edexcel and Cambridge I GCSE examinations, as well as the IELTS programme. Please note that I don't tutor English Literature. I also enjoy tutoring French and German. I tutor these subjects up to GCSE standard. I have experience of tutoring students with learning difficulties such as dyslexia and autism. I enjoy tutoring mature students too and I have developed a roster of long-term students.I am also familiar with the QTS Literacy Skills...
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£37/hr
5.0
Carole G
Professional Reading 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. Reading 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 Reading 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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£56/hr
5.0
Elaine D
Creative Reading Tutor - individualised approach to learning
I consider myself to be an accomplished and versatile tutor with an extensive knowledge and experience of teaching/learning particularly within the field of additional need. I have a creative and determined approach that is adapted to individual learners. I work well with pupils/students, parents/carers and educational establishments to create coordinated and enhanced learning opportunities conducive to maximising potential. I consider myself both inspired and inspirational. The opportunities and enjoyment in lifelong learning is at the forefront of my thinking and drive for every unique individual....
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Luke S
I want to give a big thankyou to Luke for his work with my son.
He's been incredibly patient and supportive, while also encouraging improvement in his reading.
Luke struck a great balance between structured learning and making the sessions fun.
We've seen real progress and I highly recommend him.
- Year 2 student
Ellis S
1st May 2026
Joanne W
My daughter has been having tutoring session with Jo for some time now, her reading has improved so much in that time. My daughter can be quite shy but she settled with Jo very quickly and she makes the lesson engaging and fun.Would recommend to anyone who needs some help for their child who is behind at school.
Sarah A
26th Jan 2026
Tess B
Tess has been so helpful in helping our son with dyslexia build both his confidence and abilities academically during his final years of primary school. He's now in a great position to tackle his secondary education!
Duncan S
23rd Jun 2025
Sarah H
Sarah is a great tutor, my child has really built a good relationship with Sarah and Sarah always adapts the lessons to work with my child and what interests her and keeps her motivated.
Harpreet K
29th Oct 2024
Stephen T
My daughter has been with Stephen for 3 weeks now,She loves it! Stephen is a very friendly tutor and gives great reading tips.
Cuixia W
5th Oct 2024
Eleanor B
Great first 'getting to know' lesson. Ellie helped Monty warm to the idea of tutoring by tapping nicely into his interests (he said afterwards that he really liked her) . He is positive about having another session next week. It was good that they could discuss his current school book; I think this is going to help him.
Laura M
2nd Oct 2024
Hannah B
Within 5 minutes of specking to Hannah, I knew she was going to be my son’s tutor. She’s personable, passionate and knows her industry inside out. We’ve only had 2 lessons, but I can see the confidence and enjoyment on my son’s face as he’s learning. My son said after his 2nd lesson, ‘Hannah is so calm and I’m really enjoying tutoring’. We are actually so blessed to have found Hannah.
Victoria V
9th Aug 2024
Nic H
Nic is a very experienced teacher who is able to adapt to different children, with an array of tools up her sleeve to keep the child engaged. After every lesson Nic is very good at telling me what they went through and what we should be focusing on. I think I am even learning myself on letter formation!
My daughter is a high functioning autistic person in reception, who needs to close some gaps in her phonics, numbers and handwriting. The leap from reception to year 1 can be difficult and Nic is helping me to get my daughter to a level where she will feel stable with the transition.
I was worried that a 1hr lesson would be too hard for my daughter and that she would not be engaged. My daughter is fully engaged and I am very impressed with what my daughter can achieve in her lesson.
Alaina N
3rd Jun 2024
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Yes, absolutely. Many of our tutors specialise in 11+ entrance exam preparation. They have experience with the specific comprehension and verbal reasoning formats used by selective schools and can create a tailored plan to help your child build the skills and confidence needed for exam day.