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Does your child just need things explained in a different way? Finding the right support can feel like a huge challenge, but you know they're capable of so much more. We're here to help you bridge that gap.
From your home in Northampton, 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 learning click. Imagine seeing your child's confidence grow as they start to master skills that once felt impossible. That journey starts here.
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Building Practical Skills for a Confident Future
Effective SEN support isn't just about passing the next test; it's about building a toolkit for life. When your child learns a new strategy for organising their thoughts for a history essay, they're also learning how to structure a project at a future job. When they master techniques to manage exam anxiety, they're building resilience they'll use for years to come. This is about equipping them with the practical, transferable skills they need to thrive in their education and beyond.
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The Right SEN Support, Delivered Online to Your Northampton Home
A great SEN tutor does more than just teach a subject; they take the time to understand your child's unique way of seeing the world. They'll find out what makes them curious, where they get stuck, and what their specific strengths are. It’s a partnership built on trust and patience, creating a space where your child feels safe to ask questions and try new things, knowing they have someone cheering them on every step of the way.
This understanding transforms every lesson. Instead of a one-size-fits-all approach, sessions are built around your child's needs. This could mean using visual aids to explain a tricky maths concept, breaking down a large project into small, achievable steps, or using mind-mapping software to plan an essay. It’s all about finding what works for them, turning 'I can't' into 'I can do this'. Over 4,100 reviews show how this tailored approach makes a real difference.
Because the tutoring is online, your family's life just got a little easier. There's no need to travel across Northampton for appointments – your child can learn from the comfort of home. This also means you're not limited to local availability. You can connect your child with a top SEN specialist from anywhere in the UK, ensuring they get the very best support, right when they need it.
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7 Special Educational Needs tutors in Northampton:
£70/hr
5.0
Barbara B
Friendly Special Educational Needs tutor
I am a qualified primary teacher with 31 years of experience as a classroom teacher and as a science coordinator. I have taught in both state and independent schools in the UK, in Germany in the British Forces schools and in Hong Kong. I have experience of teaching both the UK National Curriculum and the IB PYP program at both KS1 and KS2.I have also had experience as a NET (Native English Teacher), teaching English to Chinese children.I like to focus on teaching basic skills and strategies in English and Maths to make children more confident with numeracy and literacy skills.I also have a passion...
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£60/hr
4.8
Joanna C
Special Educational Needs 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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£47/hr
5.0
Madeleine F
Enthusiastic and Professional Special Educational Needs Tutor
Gaining at least a grade 4 in GCSE Maths in this year’s exam will open up a world of opportunity for you in terms of job opportunities and progression onto higher-level courses.In developing your skills in Maths, you will also develop your communication and employability skills.As a student of GCSE Maths you can expect from me? • Engaging sessions taught by a tutor that is passionate and enthusiastic about my subject. • Regular feedback on your progress, which informs you of what you need to do in order to improve and reach your target grade. • Challenging homework tasks, which will help you to ...
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£124/hr
5.0
John M
Specialist teacher offering Special Educational Needs tutoring
I teach English language from primary up to GCSE level. I teachEnglish Literature set texts used by exam boards such as AQA, Pearson Edexcel, Eduqas, and OCR. I also teach the Pearson Edexcel iGCSE and the Cambridge English First Language iGCSE.I work with students with entrance examinations, from 7 plus up to 13 plus.I teach students studying English as a Foreign Language(ESL) who are taking the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) I’m a specialist trained SEN teacher, with a wealth of training and experience working with neurodiversity, including autistic, ADHD and dyslexic s...
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£50/hr
5.0
James M
Enthusiastic Special Educational Needs tutor
Most popular subjects this year are A-level maths, physics and GCSE geography.I am a supply teacher in local high schools.SPECIAL EDUCATIONAL NEEDS experience for students on the autistic spectrum ASD including Asperger's, dyslexia, dyscalculia, dyspraxia, OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder),ODD (Oppositional Defiant Disorder) and PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance).A tutor for many years and from long before Tutorful appeared, here are some quotes from previous students:-“My daughter struggled with maths and physics but James gave her confidence in her ability. She found him incredibly understanding ,...
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£93/hr
5.0
Daniel H
Special Educational Needs teaching consultant with proven results
I am friendly and reliable, and I pride myself on my approachable manner. I strive to make learning interesting and engaging. I have been rated ‘outstanding’ by OFSTED and have numerous qualifications within the education sector, including a PGCE and senior leadership qualifications. I regularly facilitate teacher training events and have over 13 years' experience in the education sector.I will tailor any tuition to your specific needs. I am happy to set homework and mark any work that is completed, and you can contact me between sessions if you have any questions that you need help with.I hav...
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£45/hr
5.0
Madara O
Professional Special Educational Needs tutor
I am a Doctor of Psychology with university research and teaching experience supporting students at BA, MA and PhD level, as well as professionals.
I teach Clinical Psychology, particularly reading disabilities and dyslexia, alongside other areas of psychology, research methodology and data analysis, preferably using SPSS. I also teach chess to children and adults, from the basics through to improving the technique of more skilled players.
In psychology sessions, I can help you explore a particular subject, work through research methods or data analysis, and identify relevant literature....
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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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