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Your child is at a great school, and you know they're capable. Yet, with the pressure of applications to universities like Bristol and Bath, there’s a quiet worry that good grades might not be enough to stand out. You see them working hard, but you’re not sure if it’s the right kind of work to get them where they want to be.
That’s where we can help. We connect students in Portishead with dedicated, one-to-one tutors from across the UK. You tell us what your child needs, and we find the right person to help them build not just their knowledge, but their confidence too.
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This isn't just about securing a grade; it's about preparing your child for their next step. The right support helps them develop a deeper understanding that shines through in a personal statement or university interview. It’s the difference between memorising facts for an exam and being able to apply them with confidence. For a student in Portishead with ambitions for a competitive course, this level of preparation can be what sets them apart.
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You don't need to become an expert in education to find the right help. You just need to tell us about your child — what they're studying, where they get stuck, and what they're aiming for. We'll then match them with a tutor who not only knows the subject inside out, but also has the right approach to help your child feel understood and capable. It’s a recommendation, not a long list of profiles for you to sort through.
An online lesson with Tutorful is a world away from a simple video call. It’s a collaborative, working session in our interactive classroom. Your child and their tutor can work on a shared whiteboard, annotate diagrams, and solve problems together in real time, just as they would at a desk. And because every session can be recorded, your child can revisit a tricky concept the night before an exam.
Because tutoring happens online, it fits around your family’s life in Portishead. There's no travel, and sessions can be scheduled for evenings or weekends. Your child gets access to subject specialists from across the UK, not just whoever is local. And if the first tutor isn't the perfect fit, just let us know. We’ll cover the cost of the first lesson with a new tutor, no awkwardness involved.
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27 tutors in Portishead:
£42/hr
5.0
Peter H
Experienced social sciences tutor!
I hold a PhD in sociology (University of Essex) and have spent two decades teaching sociology and philosophy in universities in both the UK and internationally. I tutor A level and undergraduates in those two subjects. For A level students, I focus on specific content area and exam techniques (based on a thorough knowledge of the syllabi and marking schemes).For undergraduate students, having much experience in universities, I know what is expected for first class and 2.1 level work and can help students achieve these grades in their coursework. Together with the student, and considering time availability...
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£47/hr
5.0
Michael E
Grammar Goon
I read Modern Languages at the University of Bristol (UK) and am a qualified English teacher (TEFL).And a grammar goon.While I'm not going to be the life and soul of a full-on shindig at the local hostelry, I do know that ‘full on’ when preceding and modifying a noun is always hyphenated.My starting point is straightforward – sentences are either well written or, well, written.We all have a stab at writing, but nobody is perfect. After decades of syntactic swinging, it’s now time for the Anglophone world to start practising safe text.There is no one-size-fits-all approach to teaching. I meet my...
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£62/hr
5.0
Lisa M
Highly experienced teacher, examiner and engaging tutor!
I have over 30 years experience as a teacher and examiner. I can tutor English Language and Literature to GCSE, and Geography, Economics and Business Studies to A Level. I adapt my style of tutoring to a student’s needs and have been extremely successful in improving learners’ confidence, skills and subject knowledge. I have an excellent track record of helping students to progress and achieve exam success. Finding subjects challenging is positive and getting things wrong is the first step in learning! I can help learners with improving confidence, subject knowledge and exam technique, to ensure the...
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£85/hr
5.0
Sammy P
Experienced and enthusiastic Science and Chemistry tutor
I am a science and chemistry tutor with over ten years of classroom teaching experience and four years acting as Head of Department. I am experienced in the delivery of OCR A A Level Chemistry and the AQA GCSE (Chemistry and Combined Science) qualifications. I have five years experience as an exam marker and am very knowledgeable when it comes to exam technique. I love Chemistry, and I hope to help you become a confident scientist.My teaching style is flexible depending on the topic and your needs. I would typically go over content and ask questions throughout, then look at exam questions. However,...
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£54/hr
5.0
Jürg L
Secondary school maths teacher.
I currently teach maths at a state school in Bristol, UK.I have over 6 years of experience teaching the Edexcel syllabus and so far, have tutored several students face-to-face.With patience & humour, I help you build your confidence.I will always make sure you become resilient and independent by letting you solve problems and only stepping in when necessary, so you don’t become reliant on my help.I am always fully present and during times where I let you work on a problem, I will solve the same problem alongside you, so you don’t feel rushed or under pressure.I am keen to find put what you nee...
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£77/hr
5.0
Pete M
Hi, my name is Pete and I absolutely love teaching.
Hi, my name is Pete and I absolutely love teaching and music and have been a professional teacher and musician for 30 years. I started with the piano at age 6, and almost immediately began improvising, and have been doing so ever since. I began learning the guitar and bass at 14, (and harmonica now I think of it!), then went into production / tech at 18, using initially tracker programs, then logic on pc, then cubase, then logic and ableton on mac. I then realised I wanted to do music professionally, and went to study music and teaching at Westminster University, where I met many brilliant musicians...
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Rosalind B
Rosalind has been tutoring my daughter in science and she has really helped her gain in confidence. I would recommend Rosalind as being experienced, kind and involved as a tutor.
Nabila C
30th Jun 2026
Dee A
Dee has been fantastic supporting our 16 year old son before and during his Maths GCSE’s giving him the confidence that he needed and creating a calm, supportive environment.
We are very grateful that Dee was available and couldn’t have asked for a better tutor.
Charlotte S
30th Jun 2026
Frankie N
I was looking for a tutor to help me focus on a specific revision skill for my French A-level mock, namely summary writing. Frankie mentioned that students did not ordinarily ask to practise summaries but he was very well prepared with materials tailored to my needs. He guided me through the process step by step and provided examples across a wide range of topics, which helped build my confidence and improve my technique. We also spent one session focusing on French tenses, which was a useful refresher.
Frankie was flexible in accommodating my schedule (I only had 5 sessions squeezed in the run-up to my mock exam). He was always prepared, knowledgeable and happy to tailor the sessions to suit my needs. Ideal for anyone looking for focused, effective support with French A-level revision.
Nies P
30th Jun 2026
Emmanuel C
Really patient with my son and friendly. Warm and welcoming
Marie G
30th Jun 2026
Matthew B
My son was really struggling and behind in English (dyslexia and ADHD also). Working with Matthew B really gave his confidence a boost and made him feel like he finally understood how to approach questions and how paragraphs worked and it made a huge improvement on his work and most recent mock papers. Thank you so much for making him feel like he could do it after years of giving up on himself
sophie J
30th Jun 2026
Aileen L
Aileen is an amazing tutor, she really helped me to build my confidence in essay writing and interpreting my texts. Everything was tailored to my exact alevel board and literature, so thank full to have someone so supportive helping me!
Chloe H
30th Jun 2026
Chantelle N
My son has only had Chantelle for a few months for GCSE English literature and already we have seen huge progress. She is very inspiring tutor and has given his a massive confidence boost which has already reflected in his grades. She is friendly, prepared and so knowledgeable. A pleasure to deal with . My son looks forward to her lessons which he finds really helpful to his study. Would totally recommend.
Helen W
30th Jun 2026
Lauryn T
Lauryn has taught my daughter this academic year for her A-level Biology and has been really excellent. She is friendly, well prepared, easy to talk to and knows her stuff!! My daughter has felt really at ease with her and has excelled under her tuition. We would really recommend Lauryn as a tutor.
Helen W
30th Jun 2026
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