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Find an Online Reading Tutor in Leicester to Build Your Child's Confidence
Watching your child struggle to keep up with the reading demands at school can be worrying. In a busy Leicester classroom, it's easy to feel anxious that they might not be getting the focused support they need to truly understand complex texts, especially with important GCSEs on the horizon.
You're not alone in wanting the very best for them. One-to-one online reading tuition provides a supportive space where your child can build the foundational skills and confidence they need to thrive, not just in English, but across all their subjects.
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Why Strong Reading is the Key to Your Child's Future
Strong reading comprehension isn't just about passing English; it's the bedrock of all learning. It’s how your child will analyse historical documents in History, understand complex questions in Science, and even interpret word problems in Maths. Building these skills now is crucial for tackling the challenges of their GCSEs, and opens doors to sought-after sixth forms like Wyggeston and Queen Elizabeth I College and competitive courses at the University of Leicester.
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The Right Reading Support for Your Child in Leicester
We believe the best learning happens when it’s personal. That’s why our tutors take the time to understand your child's unique strengths and where they need a bit more help. By getting to know their learning style and interests, they can create a supportive partnership that makes your child feel seen, heard, and ready to learn.
Every online session is built entirely around your child's goals. Whether they need help breaking down Shakespearean language, improving their analytical skills for non-fiction texts, or simply building the confidence to read for pleasure, their tutor will tailor each lesson. This focused attention is why 90% of students improve by at least one grade.
Finding the right support shouldn't add to your busy schedule. With Tutorful, you can connect with the UK's best background-checked reading tutors from the comfort of your Leicester home. All lessons take place in our interactive online classroom, fitting easily around school, clubs, and family life.
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7 Reading tutors in Leicester:
£54/hr
5.0
Courtney D
Excellent Reading tutor
Hi, I'm Courtney! I am currently working as a supply teacher across the primary years (nursery-year 6) and have been doing so since March 2021.Whilst being a supply teacher I take on the teacher roll within the classroom and teach children a mix of subjects as well as teach children of varying abilities. I aim to make all lessons engaging and will always aim to tailor them to your childs own personal interests. Whilst on universtity placements I have also ran my own intervention groups to help children with English and maths if they are not achieving their expected grade. I am confident and capable...
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£37/hr
4.9
Ian S
Experienced EFL and Reading teacher
I am a friendly, creative and professional tutor who recognises that everyone learns in a different way, and encourages students to enjoy what they are doing by conveying my own enthusiasm for the subjects I teach. With a Masters degree in English Literature and eighteen years of experience in teaching English as a Foreign Language, I have a continuing interest in teaching students to read, speak and write the English language well. As an EFL teacher in and outside the UK, I have considerable experience in teaching the English language at all levels and to speakers of many different languages,...
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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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£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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£35/hr
5.0
Kate A
Enthusiastic Reading tutor
Hi my name is Kate, I am an enthusiastic and conscientious tutor, with over 3150 hours of on-line tutoring experience.I was previously a Primary school teacher with over 25 years’ experience of teaching the Key Stage 2 curriculum.My particular strength is Maths, I love mathsand love teaching maths, Iam keen to help my students learn to love maths too. In school, as well asteaching the maths primary curriculum,I have provided maths SATs intervention to Year 6 and maths intervention for groups of Year 5, as well as teaching ‘Success at Arithmetic’ to small groups of pupils.As a tutor, I have taugh...
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£60/hr
4.9
Polly L
Primary Reading Teacher and 11+ Tutor
August Availability - Mon-Fri 9:15-2:15My 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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£37/hr
4.6
Gladys G
Experienced GCSE & A Level Reading Teacher
I have been a classroom teacher since 2010: as a trainee teacher, classroomteacher and as asupply teacher to primary and secondary schools in the UK.I am currently teaching via Tutorful Online Classroom. I inquire about learning goals, I find out the learner's current attainment (sometimes liaising with the school or college or reading school report or discussing with parents) and together we draw up a scheme of learning.I believe in supporting, motivating and preparing students to achieve in public examinations.I have a flexible approach to teaching that takes into consideration different learning...
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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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