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Online Special Educational Needs Tutors for Children in York
You know your child has so much to offer, but sometimes the standard classroom approach just doesn't connect. It can be frustrating watching them struggle to keep up when you know they're capable of more.
What if they had support tailored precisely to how *they* learn? From your home in York, we connect your child with specialist online SEN tutors from across the UK. They're experts in finding the key to build your child's confidence and helping them develop skills in a way that truly makes sense to them.
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Building Skills and Confidence for a Brighter Future
The right support isn't just about grades; it's about giving your child the tools to navigate school and life with confidence. Imagine them managing their homework without meltdowns, using new strategies to understand complex texts, or feeling able to contribute in class discussions. These foundational skills open doors to further education at places like York College or the University of York, and more importantly, build the self-belief they need to pursue their passions, whatever they may be.
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SEN Support That Understands Your Child and Your Family
It’s a huge relief when someone finally *gets* your child. Our tutors take the time to understand their unique strengths and the specific things they find tricky. They are patient partners, experts at creating a safe space where your child feels comfortable to ask questions and try again. It’s about building trust and celebrating every small step forward, turning 'I can't' into a quiet, growing 'I can'.
Progress happens when learning is designed for the individual. For one child, that might mean using visual aids to help with dyslexia; for another, it's breaking down maths problems into manageable steps to ease anxiety. Our SEN specialists create lessons that adapt to your child's needs on any given day, building strategies that work for them and creating those wonderful 'aha!' moments when a concept finally clicks.
For families in York, online tutoring offers incredible flexibility. Your child can learn from their own familiar, comfortable space, without the stress of travel. It means you can access a specialist in a particular area from anywhere in the UK, not just who happens to live nearby. Fitting sessions around school and appointments is simple, giving your child consistent, high-quality support that works for your family's life.
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6 Special Educational Needs tutors in York:
£77/hr
5.0
Chantelle B
Patient Special Educational Needs tutor
Due to having devotion, expertise and twelve years of teaching experience, I run my own successful tutoring business called Teachall Tutoring. As I am dedicated to ensuring all of my tutoring sessions are delivered in the correct style and suit each individual's needs, the company has maintained its 100% pass rate in August 2024's results. I teach a wide variety of ages and abilities. For example, I have recently helped Key Stage two students pass 11+/entrance exams and generally improve their literacy, comprehension and SpaG before attending secondary school. I have also taught English Language...
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£28/hr
5.0
Blessing E
Primary Special Educational Needs Tutor
My name is Blessing, and I am a passionate tutor, writer, and published author of fiction and non-fiction books for children and adults. I also write psychology-informed articles and blogs focusing on child development, mental health awareness, and positive parenting.With advanced academic training in psychology and education, I offer tailored 1:1 and group tuition in Maths, English, and Psychology. My holistic approach goes beyond teaching content; I focus on boosting self-esteem, critical thinking, and student engagement so learners feel empowered to reach their full potential.I hold a Mas...
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£31/hr
5.0
Claire R
Experienced Primary Special Educational Needs Teacher/tutor
Having been a Qualified Primary Teacher for over 28 years, I have vast experience preparing resources and delivering lessons to different ages, cohorts, and needs. Also working as a primary and adult-level Art and English tutor,I have experience working 1:1 and in small groups, to either coach for exams or build confidence in a particular academic area, including University entrance exams/interviews.I have also had some experience teaching 11+ creative writing and spelling/vocabulary exam preparation.Having taught ESL/phonics/reading/writing online to Chinese children and tutored Math, Science...
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£70/hr
5.0
Megan M
Enthusiastic Special Educational Needs Tutor
As a Maths and Physics BSc graduate, I have a passion for, and excellent understanding of both Maths and Science subjects and as a result, I am able to explain the subjects in a variety of creative ways to suit various learning styles. I previously worked in a Secondary School supporting young people of all abilities in a variety of subjects, I tutor Maths and Science up to A Level standard, I have delivered interactive Science sessions for Primary children and I instruct and coach all ages in rock climbing. I enjoy helping others succeed in their personal, academic and physical challenges. I have...
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£108/hr
5.0
Huw A
Friendly, experienced Special Educational Needs teacher & examiner!
I am a qualified physicist, secondary science teacher and examiner. I have qualifications in all sciences and mathematics at GCSE and A-Level. I completed a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Physics with Astronomy at the University Of Nottingham. I hold a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) via a Graduate Training Programme (GTP). I assess science examinations for the AQA, OCR and Edexcel examination boards every year. I support students preparing to study physics at university level, including with UCAS personal statements, UCAS references and entry...
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£39/hr
3.0
April H
Friendly Qualified Special Educational Needs Tutor
I am a fully qualified secondary school teacher offering lessons in KS3 and GCSE Maths. I have taught learners of all abilities and ages across Secondary Schools, Further Education College and Online Tutoring. I specialise in supporting anxious students, or those with ADHD, Autism or other SEN, and those who need a confidence boost in their learning. My calm and friendly teaching style ensures a relaxed environment where there’s no such thing as a silly question! I believe that teaching and learning should be fun and engaging to achieve the best results.I have a Degree in Biomedical Science and a...
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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 Absolutely. Many of our SEN tutors have experience working with Education, Health and Care Plans. You can share the key outcomes with your chosen tutor so they can create a personalised learning plan that complements the support your child receives at school, creating a consistent approach.