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Online Reading Tutors in Portsmouth for a Confident Start at Secondary School

It's completely natural to worry about the jump to a big secondary school in Portsmouth. You want to know your child has the strong reading skills they need to keep up in Year 7, not just in English but across all their new subjects. If they're finding it tough to understand complex texts now, it's a real concern they might fall behind and end up in a lower set. That's where we can help. A dedicated Reading tutor provides the one-to-one attention to build not just your child's skills, but their confidence too. It’s about making sure they walk into their new school feeling prepared and ready to succeed, joining over 200,000 students who have found their confidence with Tutorful.

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Reading: The Foundation for Your Child's Success at GCSE and Beyond

Strong reading isn't just about enjoying a book; it's the key that unlocks the entire secondary school curriculum. From understanding historical sources to tackling wordy maths problems and analysing science reports, confident reading comprehension allows your child to access every subject. Building these skills now gives them the best chance to achieve the GCSE grades they need for a place at a great local college or the University of Portsmouth.

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£51/hr
4.8
Joshua M
Professional, experienced, and passionate Reading tutor
Hi there!I'm Josh, an experienced, successful and professional tutor, with over 5 years experience in teaching across 3 countries (and around 500 students!), a successful record of academic qualifications and an impressive repertoire of skills. I guarantee that all students are taught in an efficient and enjoyable manner, with ample guidance and help along the way. In addition, as I get to know each student's abilities, strength and difficulties, I always help by preparing revision guides, worksheets, and tailoring sessions as much as possible.I hold both an MA (Hons) in French and Linguistics...
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£74/hr
5.0
Mario S
Strong Reading Results - Experienced Tutor.
ExperienceI’m an experienced Mathematics, 11+, and Private School Entrance Exam Tutor. I am also a parent of two children, living in Shepperton, where I have been tutoring for some time. I have a Maths Degree from Manchester University and have complete knowledge of the GCSE and KS 2 to 4 curriculum. PerspectiveHaving two children myself helps keep things in perspective and has given me direct experience of the joys of school exams, different learning styles, and the current curriculum.SpecialisationI teach and specialise in Maths for children and adults of all ability levels.Teaching ApproachMy a...
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£85/hr
4.9
Diana-Rose O
PhD Student and Trainee Medical Doctor Teaching Reading
I am more than happy to provide online tuition, as well as face-to-face sessions. Hello! My name is Diana and I am currently training to be a medical doctor, whilst studying a PhD. I studied Mathematics, Chemistry and Biology at sixth form, and I have studied a Masters degree in Public Health with Queen Mary's University of London.About me: I have been a tutor with Tutorful for 10 years completing over 2400 sessions. I have been tutoring students of all ages in English, Maths, Science, the piano, and many other subjects. I have taught students who have now gone on to study Medicine at university,...
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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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£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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£44/hr
5.0
Qurat K
Nurturing EYFS,KS1,KS2,7+,11+KS3, Homeschool Tutor Reading
Nursery, Reception, KS1, KS2, KS3, GCSE prep, 7+, 11+, VR, NVR, GCSE, Homeschooling🔔 Availability Please message me to check availability. Lessons can be booked during school term time and holidays. I also offer Booster Sessions for children preparing for KS1, KS2, 7+, 11+ entrance exams and GCSE. I teach children who are in Nursery, Reception, KS1, KS2 and KS3. I help children for their Phonics Screening Test in Year 1, 7+ , 11 and SATs. 👩‍🏫 About Me Hello! I’m a qualified Primary Teacher and EYFS Lead with over nine years of teaching and tutoring experience across Nursery to GCSE. I currently ...
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£47/hr
5.0
Luke S
Charismatic Primary school Reading Tutor
Hi my name is Luke and I am 28. I am a history graduate with a PGCE and a passion for both learning and teaching. I have 8 years experience working in primary schools with every age group from years R up to 6. My roles have included being a teacher during placement, teaching assistant and cover teacher. I am very experienced in working 1 to 1 with children and have ran large amounts of different interventions through the years. These range from phonics and handwriting to mathematics and writing conferencing.I am very familiar with the key stage 2 curriculum and the requirements to be successful...
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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Emma J
Emma is very kind. My daughter loves to do lesson with her.
Evren A
29th May 2024
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