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It can be heartbreaking to see your child trying their best but still struggling in a system that doesn't quite fit how they learn. You know they're bright and capable, but they just need a different approach. We get it. And we're here to help.
From your home in Exeter, we connect your child with specialist SEN tutors from across the UK. These are experts who know how to adapt, listen, and find the key that helps your child not just cope with school, but truly start to shine. It's about building confidence, one breakthrough at a time.
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Building a Toolkit for Learning and for Life
Effective SEN support goes far beyond just getting through homework. It's about giving your child a personalised toolkit of strategies they can use for the rest of their lives. Imagine them learning a new way to organise their thoughts before starting an essay, or discovering a visual method for maths that finally makes numbers click. This is about transforming their relationship with learning, giving them the confidence to tackle challenges at their Exeter school, and preparing them for future steps like Exeter College or university.
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The right tutor doesn't just teach; they connect. They take the time to understand what makes your child tick, what sparks their interest, and what causes them to stumble. It’s a partnership built on patience and celebrating small wins, turning moments of frustration into sighs of relief and real understanding. We help you find that person who sees your child's true ability.
Every session is designed entirely around your child's needs. If they thrive with visual aids, the lesson will be full of them. If they need to break tasks into tiny steps, their tutor will create a clear path forward. It’s this tailored approach that builds momentum, showing your child that they absolutely can do this, developing skills and self-belief they'll carry back into the classroom.
Because every lesson is online, you can forget stressful journeys after school. Your child learns from their favourite, most comfortable space – home. It also means families in Exeter can access top SEN specialists from anywhere in the UK, not just who happens to live nearby. It's expert support that fits seamlessly around your family's life, and it's trusted by over 200,000 students.
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6 Special Educational Needs tutors in Exeter:
£40/hr
4.9
Paul P
Effective Special Educational Needs tutor
I educate pupils in the local area around Plymouth on a daily basis.I teach English, Maths, Science other other subjects,I also specialize in learning difficulties and disabilities (ASD, ADHD, Asperses, & dyslexia/dyspraxia). Apart from classroom teaching and tutoring I've also been a curriculum coordinator for people with ASD.The role involved designing a unique syllabus/curriculum and managed a group of educators. I have over 10 year’s main stream teaching experience in a classroom environment and five years as a tutor/specialist.I’ve taught Music, English, Science, Maths, Art and Primary (KS...
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£39/hr
5.0
Evie O
Caring and dedicated Special Educational Needs tutor with experience
Hello, my name is Evie and I am a final year medical student. When I am not studying, I enjoy going to the gym, walks outside and spending time with my friends, family and, of course, my two dogs and cat, Olive, Bertie and Maya!My lessons will consist of understandable and thorough explanations of the topic which you wish to cover, opportunities to ask for clarification about anything you don’t understand and, finally, exam style question practice. This structure will help you to consolidate your knowledge and learn how to apply it so that you can perform your best in tests or exams. I will also r...
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£47/hr
5.0
Jimmy E
Enthusiastic Special Educational Needs tutor
Hello! My name is Jimmy, and I am an experienced educator with a passion for working with young people. Over the course of my 18-year career, I have had the privilege of teaching and leading in five secondary schools, each with its own unique challenges and opportunities.Throughout my teaching journey, I have worked with students at various levels, adapting my approach to meet the needs of learners from diverse backgrounds and abilities. I have developed a strong track record of achieving excellent results with OCR GCSE, consistently helping my students excel in their exams. Notably, I have also...
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£54/hr
4.9
Alena S
experienced Special Educational Needs tutor
Highly motivated, experienced and dedicated tutor and mental health mentor with a PGCE education and a psychology qualifi cation. Years of experience in teaching students of different age groups, backgrounds and complex needs, as well as gifted and talented students as a private tutor and mentor with excellent results. Guiding them in their very complex life circumstances to support their wellbeing and learning. Teaching various subjects, such as Psychology, Business Studies and Academic writing on GCSE, A-level and University level. Dedicated to providing person-centred teaching and supporting...
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£44/hr
5.0
Jodie S
Primary Special Educational Needs Teacher and Tutor
I am a primary school teacher with 9 years of teaching experience. I am currently working as a Special Educational Needs teacher after working within a mainstream setting as a Key Stage 2 teacher for 4 years. Prior to securing my first teaching post in September 2019, I worked as a supply teacher within the Gloucestershire area, teaching children from reception to year 6. Alongside this, I have worked as a private tutor since 2017, accumulating 8 years worth of tutoring experience. In June 2015, I completed a BA degree in Education Studies. Following this, I proceeded to begin my teacher training...
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£39/hr
4.5
Amanda S
Expert Special Educational Needs tutor
Hello, nice to meet you. The following will help give you a little insight to my teaching history. I've been an enrichment tutor for more than 18 years, mainly supporting children of ages between 8-15 years olds. (Primary to high school).Over the years as a tutor, I'm constantly researching and developing new methods and techniques to help every student find their potential to thrive and achieve new goals within: school curriculums, homework projects, sitting private and state exams, or working on advanced specialist enrichment programs.I've worked in; London, the South coast, Europe (France) and...
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Siobhan R
My son has been tutoring with Siobhan for quite a while now and all i can say is how fantastic she has been in guiding him through his mathematics journey!
Her patience, ways of explaining and using visuals to help him understand, the time she takes to get to know how he learns and checking to ensure he fully grasps a concept, are all very commendable!
His confidence has increased and he looks forward to his lessons knowing that Siobhan will be there to support him in a subject that previously he was very anxious about.
Donna K
11th Dec 2025
Khaledur R
Mr Khaledur has been an excellent tutor for my child in English and Maths from Year 4 to Year 6. His lessons were engaging, clear, and well-structured, helping my child gain confidence and improve significantly. I highly recommend Mr Khaledur for his professionalism, patience, and effective teaching approach.
Kezia D
2nd Nov 2025
Alice A
Alice put a lot of thought and work into engaging my demand avoidant child without triggering a stress response. This made the tutoring sessions successful and enjoyable for them. Thank you so much Alice!
Katie C
16th May 2025
Damian W
Damian has good ideas around how to work with a student like myself. He also has a patient and friendly manner.
Ukaku K
8th May 2025
Laura T
Laura conducted the lesson in a way that was suitable to my needs. She broke down the reading material so that I could read it paragraph by paragraph. She also backed it up by devising questions about the text to aid my comprehension. Towards the end of the lesson she reviewed how much I had learnt from what I read so far. I really like her style of teaching.
Ukaku K
20th Apr 2025
Peju N
Outstanding teacher for my daughter. Peju really has a way with children and my daughter really enjoys her lessons. Peju is experienced, engaging and patient and I would highly recommend her to anyone. Thank you so much you are amazing xx
Karyn T
28th Feb 2025
John M
I would like to share my positive experience with John's English lessons. My daughter thoroughly enjoys every session and looks forward to each one with great enthusiasm. John’s empathetic, professional, and friendly approach makes him stand out, and he creates a supportive and positive learning environment that truly benefits my daughter.
My daughter has special needs, including autism and attention challenges, but with John's help, she has been able to stay engaged and focused throughout the full hour of each lesson. In just a few lessons, she has made really good progress, and I am extremely grateful for John's patience, dedication, and encouragement.
His constant praise and positive reinforcement have been invaluable in boosting my daughter’s confidence and motivation. We are very thankful for the positive impact John has had on her learning journey.
Highly recommended!
Pavlina T
22nd Jan 2025
Dee A
Dee is very patient and kind , she works at the students level to instill confidence!
Michelle W
2nd Dec 2024
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