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As a parent, you want to give your child the very best start, and it can be worrying when you feel their schoolwork isn't quite where it needs to be. If you're concerned that your child might not secure a place at a top sixth form like King Edward VI School, you're not alone. It's completely natural to want them to have every possible advantage for their future.
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The right tutor does more than just teach a subject; they build a rapport with your child. By understanding their unique learning style and where they might be struggling, they create a safe and encouraging space to ask questions. We help you find that perfect match from our hand-picked, background-checked tutors – we only accept 1 in 8 who apply, so you can be sure your child is in great hands. Every lesson is built around your child's specific needs. If they need to spend an entire session mastering quadratic equations for their GCSE Maths exam, that’s what they'll do. This targeted approach is why 90% of our students improve by at least one grade. It’s about making real, measurable progress in the areas that matter most, helping your child feel prepared and in control. Arranging support for your child shouldn't add to your to-do list. With online tutoring, you can forget about extra travel. You can find and book the ideal tutor in minutes, and your child can learn from the comfort of home, at a time that fits around your family's schedule. It’s a simple, flexible way to get them the help they need.
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£77/hr
5.0
Karen P
Highly experienced teacher - hundreds of lessons delivered
I am Head of Maths at a school in the North East of the UK and have extensive experience teaching at KS2, KS3 maths and tutoring KS2,3 AND 4 maths.I have a PGCE in secondary mathematics. I have kept up to date with career development and understand the current demands of the GCSE and SATs exams. I have 10 years experience as a private tutor and all my students have met or exceeded their targets, some of which have gone on to study in private schools. I have many references that I can provide if needed. I hold a full enhanced DBS check. I have tutored for various entrance exams from all over the...
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£24/hr
5.0
Rebecca M
Friendly, enthusiastic tutor
I love to work with students to find what teaching styles work for them through fun quizzes, exam questions and a conversational style and adapt to their needs. For example, making custom lessons and resources for students. I have lots of experience working with GCSE, A level and medicine students to improve their skills and attain higher grades than they were able to previously. I have expertise in GCSE biology and chemistry and A level biology and psychology for the AQA exam board, as well as UCAT and medicine interview prep. I find it so rewarding to be able to help students push for higher...
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£24/hr
5.0
Louise S
Expert and encouraging History tutor
I am a recently retired Head of History with 30 years’ experience. I still work as an A Level senior examiner/moderator . I have a real passion for my subject and for teaching and learning . My lessons are pupil centered, focusing on the needs of the student combined with expert knowledge of the curriculum and exam requirements. lessons are interactive involving discussion; interrogation of sources /extracts and extensive use of example answers / examiner feedback . I use Google Classroom and Google Meet for my lessons and every lesson has an accompanying PowerPoint to be used / kept by the student ....
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£62/hr
5.0
Killian M
Politics and History tutor (Edexcel & AQA)
Current Head of Politics & History teacher. Also teaching some Classical Civilisation. In the 2021 exam round, all of my students achieved A or A*.Specialist in Edexcel/ AQA Government & Politics as well as GCSE History on the OCR or Edexcel exam boards.I currently teach all 8 UK Politics chapters as well as 4 Ideologies chapters and US Comparative Politics.Teaching in the UK education system since 2006.The focus of my approach is on exam practise and using past papers to understand assessment methods.Chapters taught: 1. Democracy and participation 2. Political parties 3. Electoral systems 4. Voting...
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£30/hr
5.0
Carys W
Friendly and Passionate Piano and Music Theory Tutor
My name is Carys and I am a friendly passionate music teacher based in Newcastle with specialism in piano and music theory.I have 20 years experience of playing piano and six years of teaching which includes my time as a secondary music teacher. I enjoyed teaching a variety of musical styles – I am a classically trained musician but I also love video game and film music. I also have 100% pass rate with ABRSM exams and offer a lot of support and guidance through this process. If you or your child are not wanting to do exams, I offer a lot of other routes too.My qualifications include: – ABRSM gra...
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£54/hr
5.0
Samer E
Teach a man to fish; you'll feed him for a lifetime.
Hi, I’m a Master’s graduate in Biomedical Science from the University of Glasgow, and I’m passionate about helping students achieve their academic goals in a way that’s both fun and effective.Growing up, I found school challenging—balancing coursework with extracurricular activities made it difficult to maintain high grades. However, once I reached university, I developed better study strategies that helped me excel and achieve top marks. This experience has shaped my approach to tutoring: I focus on understanding concepts, not just memorizing theory. I believe that when students grasp the why b...
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£47/hr
5.0
Rebecca O
Full time Maths tutor! Remaining availability in bio!
Hello! My name is Becky, welcome to my profile! In 2019 I graduated with an Honours Degree in Mathematics. At Sixth Form, I studied A-Level Mathematics, Further Mathematics and English Language. I have been an online tutor for 4 years and have great results from my students. I tutor foundation and higher tier GCSE Maths and iGCSE Maths, as well as GCSE Further Maths. I have plenty of experience with Edexcel, AQA, OCR and WJEC. This is my full time job, please see below for my weekly availability. 𝗗𝗮𝘆𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘀𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘀𝗼 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲!𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸𝗹𝘆 𝗮𝘃𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: Regular evening and weekend slots are fully b...
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£70/hr
4.8
Jenny S
Gain understanding and confidence in maths
I am an experienced, enthusiastic and knowledgeable private maths tutor for all ages and ability levels. I have a masters and undergraduate degree (MMath) in Mathematics from Warwick University. Having tutored Maths since 2017, I have taught over 200 students and have more than 5000 hours of tutoring experience teaching students maths at a variety of levels, from learning to count through to University maths. The youngest student I have tutored was six and the oldest in their sixties. Teaching ApproachMy teaching approach varies greatly depending upon what the student is wanting to get out of lessons....
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£35/hr
5.0
Paul K
Musician shares secrets of guitar, piano and violin..
I'm a 43year old, Edinburgh based musician with over thirty years experience playing multiple instruments. I have over ten years experience tutoring freelance (one on one) and an additional one year teaching a group guitar lesson (8 children, 2 teachers) once a week for a local charity. I have a BSc in Audio Technology and a HND in Sound Engineering and hope to study Music Therapy at a postgraduate level. As a musician, I started classical training at the age of four with the violin. Changing to viola around age nine, I also played lower brass instruments for seven years (Tuba/Euphonium) whilst...
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£50/hr
5.0
Eslam M
Qualified teacher. Enjoys tutoring Maths and Chemistry
My motto is simple, nothing is hard, either we know or we don't. Practice is the key to excellence. I have a Bachelor of Science, specializing in Chemistry, and have a PGDE from the University of Edinburgh. Here is what I do. I don’t just teach mathematics and chemistry; I teach you how to understand the subject. I explain the topics in a very simple way for you to understand, I follow with an example, then I ask you a simple question to see how you think. I do try to prove the subject easy, I try to prove to you that you are capable of doing it. It is you’re your answers that tells me what to ...
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£44/hr
5.0
Dr Maria A
Music, Piano and Languages with an award-winning tutor
I am an award-winning professional musician, pianist and tutor with over fifteen years international experience across different educational settings, backgrounds and abilities. I hold a Ph.D. in Musicology, two Master's degrees as well as diplomas in Piano, Classical Harmony, Counterpoint and Fugue, which enable me to easily work on the theoretical, technical, performative, stylistic and structural elements of music scores and help my students understand the background of each piece, whilst being creative and achieving essential progress.With an in depth knowledge of musicianship, I am involved...
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“A fantastic GCSE Biology tutor who is very accommodating with scheduling and truly understands each student’s individual needs. My child feels supported and more confident with Biology as a result.”
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17th Jan 2026
Priyana P
Priyana is a lovely tutor she taught my daughter for history A level . She is very dedicated and resourceful she was able to assess what place my daughter was in. to gradually to build her up. Would Recommend 100 percent.
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17th Jan 2026
Viviana D
Viviana teaches you at your own pace. Whilst learning the language, you will also learn a little more about Italy! I would recommend Viviana to anyone and thoroughly enjoy our lessons together.
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16th Jan 2026
Damian Francis Le Chat L
I have found A level history lessons with Damian very helpful. He is very knowledgeable and explains topics clearly. He has lots of general knowledge beyond the specification, which gives extra insight and helps deepen my understanding of the subject.
Phoebe K
16th Jan 2026
Louise S
Really good insightful sessions
Aman B
16th Jan 2026
John M
John has been working with my son for the past two months. In that time, he has shown a real passion in helping my son succeed. Apart from the scheduled lessons, John takes the time to review my son's school work to ensure he is confident and can excel at school. John also goes through optimal writing strategies during the tutor sessions that my son can transfer to what he is learning in class.
Overall, John is a great tutor and I would highly recommend!
Monica B
16th Jan 2026
Dr Brian M
Dr Brian has helped my daughter so much with Chemistry A Level. In just a few months she has become a lot more confident in some of the hardest topics including Organics and Energy Changes. Dr Brian explained all the tricky concepts to my daughter and wasted no time doing lots of exam practice questions, slowly building up the difficulty. He is an excellent tutor and I can’t recommend him enough!
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16th Jan 2026
Amirhossein S
Helped lots with my understanding especially with real analysis for my uni exams
Temide A
15th Jan 2026
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My child is hoping to get into King Edward VI School in Morpeth. Can a tutor help with this?
Absolutely. Many of our tutors are experienced in helping students bridge the gap between their current schoolwork and the level required for top sixth forms. They can focus on strengthening core subjects and building the confidence needed to succeed.
We're aiming for a place at a Russell Group university like Newcastle or Durham. How can tutoring help?
A tutor can provide crucial support. They can help your child secure the high A-Level grades needed for competitive courses, offer guidance on personal statements, and develop the independent study skills that top universities value so highly.
How do I choose the right tutor for my child in Stakeford?
You can browse tutor profiles, read reviews from other parents, and watch their introductory videos to get a feel for their teaching style. You can also message tutors before booking to discuss your child's specific goals and ensure they're a great fit.
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We know how important the right fit is. That’s why we have our First Lesson Guarantee. If you don't get on with your tutor, just email our support team at support@tutorful.co.uk and we will cover your first session with a new tutor.
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How can a tutor help my child if they've lost confidence?
Confidence is key to learning. A one-to-one tutor can create a patient and supportive environment where your child feels comfortable to ask questions and make mistakes. Celebrating small wins and breaking down tough topics helps rebuild their self-belief.
How much does online tutoring cost?
Prices vary depending on the tutor's experience and subject level, but you can easily filter your search by price to find someone who fits your budget. All pricing is shown clearly on each tutor's profile with no hidden costs.
How do online lessons actually work?
Our online classroom has everything your child needs for a great lesson, including a video chat, an interactive whiteboard, and a way to share documents. It's designed to be simple and engaging, allowing your child and their tutor to focus on learning.
Is tutoring just for academic subjects, or do you offer other skills?
We cover a huge range of subjects! Alongside core curriculum subjects like Maths and English, you can find expert tutors for everything from learning the guitar and coding in Python to modern languages and music theory.
How many lessons will my child need?
This is completely up to you and depends on your child's goals. Some students have a regular weekly lesson to stay on top of their work, while others book a few sessions to prepare for a specific exam. You can discuss this directly with your chosen tutor.
Can I track my child's progress?
Yes. You can message the tutor at any time to ask for updates. Tutors will also provide feedback after lessons, helping you see the progress your child is making and the topics they've covered.
What happens if we need to cancel or reschedule a lesson?
It's easy to manage your schedule. As long as you give your tutor at least 24 hours' notice, you can cancel or reschedule a lesson through the platform without any charge.