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As a parent, you want to ensure your child has every advantage, especially when it comes to crucial skills like writing. We understand the worry that even with good GCSEs from schools like Littleover Community School, your child might need to develop a more sophisticated, analytical writing style to truly shine in demanding A-Level courses. You're thinking ahead to those compelling essays and a standout UCAS personal statement that will help them secure a place at aspirational universities like Nottingham or Birmingham.
That's where one-to-one online writing tutoring comes in. It's a supportive partnership designed to help your child build the confidence and expertise they need, bridging any gaps and preparing them for their next big step.
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Why Strong Writing Skills Are Key for Your Child's Future
Strong writing isn't just about passing exams; it's a foundational skill that unlocks countless opportunities for your child. From crafting incisive essays in English Literature or History A-Levels to constructing persuasive arguments in a university application, the ability to communicate clearly and compellingly is invaluable. Developing these skills now means your child can confidently tackle complex academic challenges, articulate their ideas effectively in higher education, and stand out in future careers.
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When you choose an online writing tutor in Derby, you're choosing a dedicated expert who will truly get to know your child. Our tutors understand that every student has a unique learning style and specific areas where they need support, whether it’s mastering essay structure, refining their analytical voice, or preparing for those critical UCAS personal statements. We rigorously vet every tutor, accepting only 1 in 8 applicants after thorough background checks, so you can trust your child is in safe, capable hands.
Every online session is crafted specifically for your child's needs. Imagine them getting one-to-one guidance on how to analyse complex texts, structure a powerful argument, or perfect their grammar and vocabulary. This personalised approach means they're not just learning; they're developing a deeper understanding and practical skills that lead to real progress. In fact, 90% of students improve by at least one grade, and for GCSE-level writing, we've seen improvements of up to 2 grades.
Finding the right support for your child's writing has never been easier. Our online platform offers the flexibility to fit lessons around your family's busy schedule, right from the comfort of your home in Derby. With a 4.6-star rating from over 4,100+ customer reviews and over 200,000 happy students, you can feel reassured that you're choosing a trusted partner in your child's learning journey.
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10 Writing tutors in Derby:
£31/hr
5.0
Alison M
Enthusiastic Writing Tutor
BA 1st Class, MA Distinction in English Literature (Uni of Sheffield). PGCE & QTS (Uni of Birmingham). Full DBS update service subscription. References available.I am a fully qualified Secondary English Teacher; I have taught for six years in Birmingham and Nottingham schools.I have taught AQA GCSE English Language, Literature and AQA A Level English Language and Literature.Please get in touch if you are interested in tutoring! All lessons are tailored to individual needs: I specialise in GCSE resits, and boosting grade 3s to 4s! Any questions about my tutoring process, please ask! I am fully flexible...
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£54/hr
5.0
Mark H
Communication and Writing expert
I am an award winning photographer, writer, artist and lecturer with over thirty years’ experience as an advertising and editorial photographer. I have been exhibited internationally and have contributed to many conferences and journals. I ama widely respected external examiner and pedagogic lead in the arts. My PhD was entitled The Light Ages: Photography and the Hegemony of Light. This reflects my research interest in light and in structures of control and in the operational programs surrounding photographic practice. Recently I have been leading the REF case study research on a £2.5 Heritage Lo...
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£25/hr
4.9
Rukudzo C
Committed English & History teacher. Writing English tutor
I am a Master's university graduate who holds a QTS in English and is experienced, with over 3 years of teaching English Language and English Literature to GCSE level online. I teach AQA and Edexcel GCSE English Language and English Literature. My main preference for teaching Advanced Level is English Language because I have a strong background in Linguistics. I can, however,teach A Level Literature texts provided they are: A Doll's House, The Importance of Being Earnest, Antony and Cleopatra, A Street Car Named Desire and Othello.Through my attendance of numerous Continuous Professional Development...
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£39/hr
4.8
Simon H
Experienced A level Writing teacher
As a fully qualified teacher I have the most recent training available for a candidate including a diverse range of activities and strategies for assessment for learning and have been teaching full time for 3+ years. I have had multiple opportunities to experiment and develop a wide range of engaging and productive activities in teaching Psychology, sociology, history and PSHE. I have a strong ability to differentiate in my teaching and now this is one of my main strengths because of the diversity of ability and languages in my classes. I have developed this from my practise at a mixture of independent...
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£35/hr
4.9
Lindsey C
Committed and flexible Writing tutor.
I have been tutoring children since 2014, occasionally supporting adults as well, and I previously spent more than a decade home educating my own children.I teach English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning. My experience covers learners at both primary and secondary level, while my tutoring work has also included occasional adult learners. Through home education, I took full responsibility for my own children’s education across all subjects, from primary through to secondary level.My first priority is to understand how a student learns, including their current abilities, individual n...
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£80/hr
5.0
Laura M
Award-winning Writing Tutor: 4000+ Hours, Proven Results
I'm Laura, an experienced English tutor passionate about helping students achieve their dream grades.Education: 2:1 BA (Hons) in English Literature, University of Warwick (2020) Experience: 6+ years of full-time tutoringAward-winning I was delighted to receive a Highly Commended award at the National Tutoring Awards 2026, recognising the quality and impact of my work as a tutor.2026 GCSE Results English Literature: 67% of my students achieved Grade 7+, compared with 20% nationally (3.4× the national rate)English Language: 50% of my students achieved Grade 7+, compared with 15% nationally (3.3× t...
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£40/hr
4.5
Inigo P
Experienced Writing tutor
I am a highly experienced tutor who has over 100 hours of tutoring experience for a range of subjects, boards and levels. I have recently passed my PhD viva for my PhD in medieval Arthurian literature.I love working with students and assessing their individual needs. I am patient, understanding and well read. Medieval Literature is my great passion in my work as an academic but I am happy to tutor English Language and Literature of all periods up to degree level and History and Classics to A Level. I am experienced with working with disabled students and SEND students and highly aware when it comes...
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£37/hr
4.9
Ian S
Experienced EFL and Writing teacher
I hold a Master's degree in English Literature and have 18 years of experience teaching English as a Foreign Language. I specialize in teaching English from A1 (Beginner) to C2 (Proficiency) levels, preparing students for Cambridge First, Cambridge Advanced, GESE, and IELTS examinations.In my sessions, I prioritize creating a dynamic and engaging learning environment tailored to individual needs. By connecting English language concepts with real-world contexts, I help students improve their reading, writing, and speaking skills while fostering a love for the subject.In addition to my EFL experience,...
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£85/hr
5.0
Cristina P
Experienced Writing Tutor
I have over 30 years' experience teaching English in secondary education and at university level, and have also trained and worked as an A-level English literature examiner. Through in-depth knowledge of exam requirements, focusing on both knowledge and skills, and structured coaching and revision, my students achieve high grades consistently, growing in skills and confidence as they do so.Some of my proudest momentswere seeing Mark and Hanson pass their Common Entrance to gain places at Eton; Mei completing a journey from barely functional English to an 8 in English Literature GCSE within 18 months;...
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£77/hr
5.0
John M
Specialist teacher offering Writing 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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Find a tutor Victoria H
Victoria is fantastic!
We had a great experience with Victoria's tuition of our daughter. She really adapted the session to make the session productive and enjoyable for our daughter.
We would have no hesitation in recommending.
Emma C
1st Sep 2026
Amy W
Amy has been a superb motivator for a very lazy teenage boy! He was getting E's and Fs in his psychology exams but achieved a C in his final A level exam, which we were so pleased about. We started with Amy about a year ago and he has had weekly sessions with her. She is calm and makes the subject interesting so that she holds his attention. She helped him develop good exam techniques. She was also dependable and very easy to communicate with as a parent. I am very pleased with the result and would highly recommend Amy W as a tutor
Unnati R
25th Aug 2026
Laura M
Laura was the main reason I managed to bring GCSE English Language and Literature from being my least confident subjects to two grade 9's. She has been extremely approachable, always happy to help and a genuine expert in all the material we covered and I cannot thank her enough.
Yerong C
20th Aug 2026
Simon O
Simon is an superb teacher. He is supportive and his lesson is well structured. My son enjoys the lessons with him.
Yoke W
2nd Aug 2026
Lindsey C
Lindsey was very accommodating to my daughter's needs (ADHD 15 year old). Very patient . Engaging. Successfully got my daughter through her Functional Skills L2 exams. Would highly recommend. Amazing.
Maria E
4th May 2026
Carla J
Carla Jenkins was very kind and easy to speak to. She really envouraged me to build on my confidence and integrate that into my work, which really helps to develop better creativity without overcomplicating things which was my biggest struggle.
Debi C
7th Apr 2026
Kirsty M
Kirsty is such a lovely and kind tutor with my kid. I saw how my kid writing improved over the months.
She tends to practice the writing lessons on subjects that my kid likes and manage to get him passionate about his homework and the lesson. I highly recommend Kristy for kids that are looking to improve their writing skills
Sarah H
2nd Mar 2026
Roxy C
Roxy has been an absolutely wonderful tutor. She is warm, very engaging, and clearly highly competent. Our son genuinely loved his lessons with her and always looked forward to them, which says a lot. We could see his confidence grow, and his writing abilities improved noticeably over a short period of time. Roxy has a fantastic way of connecting with children while still challenging them and helping them make real progress. We are incredibly grateful for her support and would highly recommend her to any parent.
Ugur Z
17th Jan 2026
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