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Give Your Child 11+ Confidence with an Online Reading Tutor in Plymouth

Watching your child prepare for the 11+ can feel like a huge weight on your shoulders. In Plymouth, with places at grammar schools like Devonport High and Plymouth High so sought-after, you know how much strong reading and comprehension skills matter for the verbal reasoning tests. It’s completely normal to worry if they’re getting the focused support they need. Finding a one-to-one Reading tutor is about giving your child a partner who can build their confidence from the ground up. It’s dedicated time for them to ask questions, practise tricky comprehension tasks, and feel truly ready for the challenge ahead.

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Why Strong Reading is the Foundation for Your Child’s Success

Great reading skills aren't just about passing English exams; they're the key to understanding every subject. From interpreting word problems in a Maths GCSE to analysing sources in History A-Levels, a confident reader has a huge advantage. Strong comprehension and verbal reasoning are skills that will help your child unlock their potential, opening doors to college, university, and the career they dream of.

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Personalised Reading Support to Help Your Child Thrive

The right tutor takes the time to understand exactly how your child learns. They’ll quickly spot the areas where your child might be struggling, whether it’s understanding tricky vocabulary or grasping the subtext of a passage, and adapt their teaching style to give them the support they need to make a breakthrough. Every lesson is built around your child's specific goals. If they need to prepare for the 11+ verbal reasoning paper, sessions can focus on practising exam-style questions. If their general confidence with books is low, the tutor can find texts that spark their interest and make reading feel exciting again. This tailored approach is why 90% of our students improve by at least one grade. Finding the right expert support shouldn't add more stress to your family's busy schedule. With our flexible online lessons, you can connect with the UK's best tutors from your home in Plymouth, at a time that works for you. It's simple, secure, and designed to fit around your life.

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6 Reading tutors in Plymouth:

£34/hr
5.0
Rebecca T
Qualified Reading tutor
Hi! My name is Rebecca and I’m a qualified primary school teacher with QTS (Qualified Teacher Status) and a full enhanced DBS certificate. I graduated with a First Class Honours degree in Primary Education with Mathematics specialism (with QTS). I have experience teaching across the primary age range from 5 year olds up to 11 year olds. I love teaching/tutoring because I enjoy sharing my knowledge with children (and adults) and I find it really rewarding to see people progress and think ‘I helped them achieve that’! I would be delighted to help you to improve your skills in either Maths, Engli...
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£85/hr
4.9
Alice A
Reading Tutor - Making learning memorable
* Book your child in for SUMMER BOOSTER sessions TODAY*- I have had a HUGE increase this year in last minute requests for support, even for the day before the exam...- Many of these young people have been worrying about their GCSEs and A Levels behind closed doors and parents have realised too late that they need support.- If your child is in secondary school or 6th form now and you have any doubt about their independent study skills please consider summer sessions.- I hear all too often that the young people I am working with do not have the skills in order to attempt independent study. These...
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£47/hr
4.8
Joanna C
Reading Tutor - A Cambridge medic helping you reach your potential
Hello, My name is Joanna. Currently teaching GCSE English and Drama in a local school, I have been working as a freelance tutor for the past 15 years. Outside of education, I am a writer and have worked with theatre companies in a variety of roles. Originally working with students dealing with SEN and integration into main stream schools, I've experience working with early learners all the way through to A Level. This includes preparation for SATs and grammar school entrance exams. My specialist subjects are English and Drama, which I teach to A Level. I am also able to teach certain topics in...
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£108/hr
5.0
Carla J
Reading Experienced 11 Plus and GCSE English tutor
Hello,If you're looking for a friendly tutor who can bring out the best in a student - please get in touch.I'm a fully qualified (with enhanced DBS) English teacher and am currently working towards my PhD in Creative Writing. I have a proven track record of helping students to achieve 8s and 9s in their GCSE English and have helped numerous students pass the 11 Plus exam. As you can see from my twenty-eight reviews, I have been given the highest star rating for each one and my students enjoy their lessons!I have a Master's (distinction) in Creative Writing. My degree is in English Language and...
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£45/hr
4.4
Christine K
Experienced Reading teacher
I am a qualified primary school teacher with a long career behind me in teaching English to children and adults whose first language is not English. I worked for Bournemouth and Poole Councils as an advisory teacher for 21 years, providing advice and support to teachers in mainstream classrooms. At the same time I taught English to children one-to-one or in small groups. I also assessed their English language needs in detail and set learning targets for them.Prior to working for local councils I worked for 10 years in language schools teaching students from overseas. This involved teaching beginners,...
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£35/hr
5.0
Lauren H
Reading Tutor of English & Maths, Full of Smiles!!
**NOW TAKING WINTER BOOKINGS**Hello, my name is Lauren and I am a young and enthusiastic teacher of many subjects, including English Language and Maths.I have taught both in-person and online, across a wide range of websites and teaching platforms. I have also taught privately for a few years and now work part-time as a supply primary school Teaching Assistant, so I consider myself a person who has done it all!!?My passion is teaching to anyone who wants to learn and I LOVE working with Children! They are my joy and delight and I absolutely love the ways in which they learn! I have teaching qualifications...
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We're aiming for Devonport High or Plymouth High. Can a tutor help with the reading skills needed for the 11+?

Absolutely. Many of our tutors specialise in 11+ preparation and have extensive experience with the verbal reasoning and English components. They can help your child build the specific reading comprehension and vocabulary skills needed to feel confident facing the entrance exams for Plymouth's grammar schools.

Are tutors familiar with the specific 11+ exam format used in the Plymouth area?

Yes, you can find tutors who are experienced with the specific exam boards and formats used for the Plymouth 11+. You can read tutors' profiles and message them before booking to ask about their specific experience with the local grammar school entrance tests.

How do I choose the best Reading tutor for my child?

It's all about finding the right fit. You can watch introductory videos, read reviews from other parents, and message tutors for free to discuss your child’s needs. Finding someone your child connects with is the first step towards building their confidence.

What happens if we don't click with the first Reading tutor?

We know how important the right student-tutor relationship is. That's why we have our First Lesson Guarantee. If you don't get on with your tutor, email our support team at support@tutorful.co.uk and we will cover your first session with a new tutor.

How can a tutor help my child with reading comprehension specifically?

A tutor can use targeted techniques to help your child look beyond the words on the page. They'll work on skills like identifying the main idea, making inferences, and understanding the author's tone, often using practice papers and texts tailored to your child's level.

How much do online Reading tutors cost?

Our tutors set their own prices based on their experience, starting from £15 an hour. You can filter your search by price to find a brilliant tutor who fits your family's budget.

How does online tutoring actually work?

It's simple and effective. All lessons take place in our purpose-built online classroom, which features a video chat, an interactive whiteboard, and the ability to share documents. All your child needs is a laptop or computer and a stable internet connection.

Are all your tutors background-checked?

Yes, your child's safety is our top priority. We interview every tutor and all of them must have a valid DBS check. We're very selective and only accept 1 in every 8 tutors who apply, so you can be sure your child is in safe, expert hands.

How quickly can my child start to feel more confident in their reading?

Every child is different, but many parents tell us they see a change in their child's attitude and confidence after just a few sessions. The one-to-one attention from a tutor who understands their needs can make a real difference, very quickly.

My child finds reading a chore. How can a tutor help with that?

A great tutor can make learning fun. They can connect reading to your child's own interests, whether that's football, fantasy worlds or science, finding books and texts that genuinely capture their imagination and turn reading from a task into a pleasure.

Is this just for school subjects, or can my child learn skills like coding or guitar?

We offer tutoring for a huge range of skills beyond the core school subjects. Whether your child wants to learn to play the guitar, get started with coding, or even learn a new language for fun, you can find an expert tutor to help them.

How long are the tutoring sessions?

The standard session length is one hour, as this gives enough time to dive into a topic properly without your child losing focus. However, you can always discuss different session lengths with your tutor to find what works best for your child.

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