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Finding the Right Online SEN Tutor for Your Child
Perhaps a school report highlighted an area for growth, or your child's confidence has dipped in a particular subject. It's a common moment for parents, feeling unsure of the next step. We understand the unique challenges and opportunities that come with Special Educational Needs. Tell us a little about your child, and we'll carefully match them with online SEN tutors who can help.
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Building Confidence and Understanding with SEN Support
Imagine your child feeling less overwhelmed by their studies, perhaps even looking forward to their sessions. When learning is tailored to their unique needs, they can start to see their own progress. This can lead to a changed relationship with schoolwork, allowing them to engage more fully and feel proud of their achievements.
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You don't need to spend hours sifting through profiles. Simply answer a few questions about your child's specific needs and learning style. We'll then present a small selection of highly suitable online SEN tutors, chosen for their expertise and ability to connect. These aren't just subject experts; they're patient, empathetic communicators who build confidence and help your child thrive.
Learning happens online in our interactive classroom, fitting seamlessly into your family life without travel. Your child accesses top SEN tutors from across the UK. And if the first tutor isn't quite right, we'll cover that session and help you find a new one, ensuring a perfect fit.
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100 Special Educational Needs tutors:
£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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£97/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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£47/hr
5.0
Philippa Jane E
Experienced Primary Teacher for Special Educational Needs .
I have been a KS2/3 teacher for twenty-six years. I have worked with children across a range of ages and abilities, both in class and on a tutoring basis, including children who are high achievers, children with English as an Additional Language, and children with Special Educational Needs.I have tutored many children, either preparing them for assessments or helping them to catch up in Maths or English. For some children, this has meant reinforcing the basics such as times tables, mathematical concepts, or word classes and sentence construction. I have also tutored students where I have extended...
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£93/hr
5.0
Jessica P
Special Educational Needs Highly experienced, friendly tutor
I am an experienced educator and current Education Consultant for the Department for Education, which enhances the effectiveness of my lessons. I specialise in Psychology but also offer tutoring in Entrance Exams, English, Maths, Science, Health, and Humanities for students from age 5 to university level, including KS2, GCSE, and A-Level.
In my sessions, I focus on interactive and engaging methods, incorporating humour and student interests to create a supportive learning environment. This approach not only makes learning enjoyable but also fosters deeper understanding and retention of key concepts.
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£42/hr
5.0
Qurat K
Qualified Teacher|SATs & GCSE Maths Specialist Special Educational Needs
🔔 Availability🌟 SATs • 11+ Entrance Exams • GCSE • Maths & English 🌟I am currently offering tailored tuition for pupils from Primary through to GCSE, with limited spaces available for the new academic year.I provide personalised support for: • Primary Maths & English • SATs preparation • 7+ and 11+ entrance examinations • GL-style 11+ preparation • Verbal & Non-Verbal Reasoning • KS3 Maths & English • GCSE preparationFor pupils preparing for the 11+, lessons can cover Maths, English comprehension, vocabulary, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning, alongside exam technique, timed practice an...
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£40/hr
4.9
Paul P
Effective Special Educational Needs tutor
I provide specialist tuition to pupils across the Plymouth area, supporting learners of all ages and abilities in English, Mathematics, Science, and a range of other subjects. I also specialise in supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Asperger's syndrome, dyslexia, and dyspraxia.In addition to classroom teaching and one-to-one tutoring, I have worked as a Curriculum Coordinator for learners with ASD. In this role, I designed and implemented a bespoke curriculum tailored to individual learning needs while leading...
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98% of our students said
their tutors made a difference
Find a tutor 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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See all FAQs We believe in making it simple. Instead of scrolling through endless profiles, you tell us a little about your child's specific Special Educational Needs, their learning style, and what you hope to achieve. Our system then carefully matches these details against our experienced SEN tutors, presenting you with a small selection chosen specifically for your child. It's about finding the right connection, not just a name from a list.