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We match your child with a vetted, UK-based English specialist. Boost confidence and exam grades with zero contracts or sign-up fees.

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What our English tutors help with

Building confidence with tricky English topics and knowledge gaps
Improving exam technique, past-paper strategy, and mark-scheme confidence
Creating a clear revision plan around your child's timetable and goals

Tailored to AQA, Edexcel, OCR, and more.

Available tutors

Meet a few of our high-performing English specialists.

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Daniel Zavaruhins

English, Mathematics, and Science Specialist

Walthamstow, United Kingdom

£25.00 per hourDBS checkediAccepting enquiriesHigh performing tutor

BiologyChemistryEnglish LanguageEnglish Literature+2 more

Over 2 years' of tutoring experience, supporting KS3, GCSE, and A-Level students across various exam boards.
Currently studying for his Bachelors of Science in Biomedical Science at St George’s, University of London.
Holds A-Levels in Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics.
Holds A*, A*, A, A for Mathematics, English Literature, English Language, and Biology at GCSE level.

GCSE maths tutor and English tutor for KS2–A-Level students, with 2+ years’ experience. Biomedical Science BSc student at St George’s, University of London offering online tutoring, lesson reports, and optional homework.

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Ollie Blackwell

★ 5.0

English and Sociology Specialist

Newcastle, United Kingdom

£25.00 per hourDBS checkediAccepting enquiriesHigh performing tutor

11+ (general)CriminologyEnglish as a foreign LanguageEnglish Language+5 more

Ollie has over 7 years' of One-2-One Online Tutoring experience.
Ollie graduated with his Bachelors of Social Science in Politics and Sociology at the University of Manchester.
Ollie was awarded a first class grade for his dissertation that examined the impact of Covid-19 on GCSE educational experiences and achievement.
Holds A*, A*, A* for English Literature, English Language and Sociology at A-Level.
Holds A*, A, A for English Literature, English Language and RE at GCSE level.

Ollie Blackwell is a GCSE English tutor and Sociology tutor offering online tutoring; a University of Manchester social science graduate with 7+ years of 1-to-1 experience, delivering exam-focused lessons with session reports and optional homework.

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Cameron Christie

English, Mathematics, and Science Specialist

Aberystwyth

£30.00 per hourDBS checkediAccepting enquiriesHigh performing tutor

BiologyChemistryEnglish LanguageEnglish Literature+5 more

Cameron holds over 5 years' of tutoring experience.
Holds a 2,1 for his Bachelor’s degree in Sport and Exercise Science from the University of Nottingham.
Currently persuing his Post-Graduate research career at the Institute of Biological, Environmental and Rural Sciences, Aberystwyth University.
Holds a Diploma in Sporting Excellence (DiSE) qualification - Level 3 BTEC.
Holds As at A-Level.
Holds As and A**s at GCSE level.

Cameron Christie is a GCSE maths tutor and English tutor, also teaching GCSE Physics, Biology and Chemistry. With 5+ years’ experience and current postgraduate research at Aberystwyth University, he offers engaging online tutoring with lesson reports.

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Sarena Dadkhah

English, Mathematics, Sociology, and Science Specialist

london, United Kingdom

£25.00 per hourDBS checkediAccepting enquiriesHigh performing tutor

BiologyChemistryEnglish LanguageEnglish Literature+3 more

Holds over 4 years' of tutoring experience, both online and in-person.
Currently studying for her BA in Sociology at University of Birmingham.
Holds three A-levels in Biology, Chemistry, and Sociology.
Holds 10 GCSEs.
Has experience tutoring all ages and abilities from 3 years old to 17 years old.

Sarena is a gcse maths tutor and english tutor with 4+ years’ experience, teaching KS2–GCSE Biology, Chemistry and Maths plus KS2–KS3 Physics and A-Level Sociology via online tutoring or in person. University of Birmingham Sociology BA student; lesson reports and optional free homework.

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Jannat Suleman

★ 5.0

Qualified English, Science, and Mathematics Teacher

£30.00 per hourDBS checkediAccepting enquiriesQualified teacher

11+ (general)Admissions TestBiologyChemistry+13 more

She is a full time tutor and a qualified English teacher with QTS and a PGCE in Secondary English.
Actively working within UK state secondary schools and with local authorities.
Completed her bachelor’s in English Literature.
She also holds a Bachelors of English from London University.
Achieved 3 A*’s for English Literature, Religious Studies, and Drama for her A-Levels.
Achieved 9 A*s to As in her GCSE, including English, Mathematics and Triple Science.

Qualified English teacher (QTS, PGCE) and gcse english tutor; also a maths tutor for GCSE Maths plus Biology, Chemistry and Physics. Full-time UK secondary teacher providing lesson reports and optional homework.

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Michelle Jamal

English and MFL Specialist

London

£30.00 per hourDBS checkediAccepting enquiries

EconomicsEnglish LanguageEnglish LiteratureEnglish skills+4 more

Over 15 years' of experience as tutor for Primary English, Mathematics, and Science.
An additional 5 years' of experience preparing students for SATs and Eleven Plus exams in the UK.
Holds a Bachelors of Art in Modern Languages form the University of Wales.
Holds A-Levels in German, French, and Economics.
Holds a TEFL (Teaching English as a Foreign Language) Certificate.
Uses Traditional language teaching methods along with a modern conversational approach.

English tutor and German tutor with 20 years’ EFL experience in international schools, plus 5 years’ UK SATs and 11+ prep. TEFL-certified, BA Modern Languages; tailored lessons with session reports.

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Match Me With a KS2 English Tutor

Compare online KS2 English tutors for reading fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, spelling, punctuation, grammar, writing confidence and Year 6 readiness. Browse tutor profiles first, then use the guidance below to compare fit, price, experience, online lesson style, parent updates and low-pressure intro options before you enquire.

Why choose Latimer for KS2 English?

Latimer is set up for families who want to compare individual tutors, not buy a fixed primary English course. You can look at tutor profiles, compare experience and pricing, ask questions directly, and choose one-to-one online support that matches the reason your child needs help.

For KS2 English, that might mean a calm reading routine, stronger comprehension answers, better spelling and punctuation, more confident writing, or support before the move to secondary school. A tutor can help with understanding, confidence, practice habits and feedback, but no tutor should promise a particular SATs score or school outcome.

One-to-one online KS2 English support matched to a child’s current reading, writing or confidence need.
Direct tutor contact before regular lessons begin, with matching help available if you are unsure where to start.
Tutor-by-tutor pricing and pay-as-you-go tuition rather than a fixed package.
Parent-facing reassurance around lesson reports, communication and realistic progress.

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How to compare and contact a KS2 English tutor

A first tutoring enquiry should feel practical, not pressured. Start by comparing the tutors above, then use the first message or intro conversation to explain your child’s school year, confidence level, recent work and the main concern you want to address.

Browse tutor profiles filtered for KS2 English.
Compare primary English experience, teaching style, price and availability.
Message a tutor directly, or contact Latimer if you want help narrowing the shortlist.
Use the intro step to ask how the tutor would begin, what they would look at first and how they would update you.
After the first lesson or two, check whether your child understands the tutor, feels safe asking questions and has a clear practice plan.

Compare profiles
Look at subject experience, price, availability, style and whether the tutor mentions primary English, reading, writing or SEND-aware support.
Send an enquiry
Use direct tutor contact for a specific profile, or use the contact page if you would like a shortlist.
Use the intro well
Share school year, current confidence, recent work, reading or writing concerns and what you want lessons to change.
Review fit
Check whether the lesson style feels clear, age-appropriate and manageable for your child.

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Pricing, tutor tiers and what affects fit

KS2 English tuition is priced tutor by tutor, so the most useful question is not only “what is the cheapest hourly rate?” but “which tutor is the best fit for this child’s exact need?” Latimer’s pricing guidance is designed to make the tutor’s rate clear before lessons start: “The price we present is the price you pay.”

Rates can vary with background, experience and specialist knowledge. For many KS2 children, a patient tutor who communicates clearly and builds routines can be just as important as a formal job title. A qualified teacher or specialist may be worth prioritising where the child has more complex needs, where you want school-style assessment experience, or where the profile shows particularly relevant primary English experience.

Compare the tutor’s current profile price with their experience, teaching style and availability.
Ask whether the tutor is strongest in reading fluency, comprehension, SPaG, writing feedback, SATs practice or confidence building.
A higher hourly rate is not automatically better for every child; fit, clarity and consistency matter.
Free first lessons are tutor-specific, so treat any intro or trial option as something to confirm with the tutor.

Strong academic tutor or graduate: Often useful for regular practice, homework routines, reading comprehension, writing confidence and clear explanations.
Experienced primary or English tutor: Often useful when a child needs patient diagnosis, repeated modelling, accountability and confidence rebuilding.
Qualified teacher or specialist tutor: Often useful for more complex learning needs, school-style assessment insight or a family that specifically wants a teacher background.
Examiner or SATs-aware tutor: Potentially helpful where relevant, but KS2 English should not become only test preparation and outcomes should not be promised.

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Browse tutor profiles and prices

Online lessons, in-person options and “near me” searches

Many parents search for a KS2 English tutor near them because they want a safe, reliable fit for a younger child. Latimer is online-first, so the honest benefit is wider choice: you can compare suitable tutors nationally rather than being limited to whoever happens to be nearby.

Online KS2 English lessons can still be practical and personal. A tutor may listen to reading aloud, annotate a text, work through a short comprehension question, share a writing plan, edit a paragraph together or set a small follow-up task. In-person tutoring may be possible only where a tutor and family happen to be close enough and both agree; it should not be assumed as standard coverage.

Use online choice to compare tutor fit, not to make unsupported local claims.
Ask how the tutor adapts screen-based lessons for a primary-age child’s attention span.
Short, focused tasks often suit KS2 pupils better than a long lecture-style session.
Parents can stay involved through communication, lesson reports and agreed practice tasks.

Online one-to-one: Best for wider tutor choice, flexible scheduling, shared documents, reading or writing review and direct tutor communication.
In-person local tutor: Best when you strongly prefer same-room support and a suitable local tutor is genuinely available.
Group tuition: Can suit some children who enjoy a group routine, but is less tailored to one reading, writing or confidence gap.
Self-study only: Best when the child already knows what to practise and can stay consistent without diagnostic feedback.

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Compare online KS2 English tutors

Tutor credentials, safeguarding and realistic outcomes

For a primary-age pupil, trust is about more than subject knowledge. Read each tutor profile for the details that matter to your family: qualifications, primary English experience, online lesson style, DBS information where shown, SEND-aware experience where relevant, and how the tutor communicates with parents.

Latimer publishes FAQs and DBS information, and tutors can provide lesson reports after lessons. Use those practical details alongside the tutor’s price and availability. Tutoring can support understanding, confidence, practice and feedback; it cannot guarantee SATs scores, school placements or a fixed outcome.

Check whether the tutor’s profile mentions primary English, reading, writing, SPaG, SATs, SEND or teacher experience.
Ask how the tutor would keep a younger pupil engaged and how parents are updated.
Use DBS and safeguarding information as a trust check, but do not assume every profile carries the same details.
Avoid any tutor or provider that promises a guaranteed score or result.

Qualification or role: Can indicate relevant experience, but should be weighed alongside whether the tutor explains clearly to your child.
DBS and safety: Check current profile and Latimer information, especially for younger pupils and online lessons.
Reviews and feedback: Read current public feedback if useful, but do not rely on static star ratings or old headline numbers.
Outcomes: Look for support with understanding, confidence and habits rather than promises of guaranteed results.

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What KS2 English tutoring can cover

KS2 English is much broader than worksheet practice. The Department for Education’s national curriculum for England says pupils should learn to “read easily, fluently and with good understanding”. It also expects vocabulary, grammar knowledge, clear writing for different purposes, discussion and confidence with a wide range of texts.

The curriculum links below are most directly about England. Families elsewhere in the UK may use different curriculum language, so use this section as a guide to the kinds of reading and writing support a primary English tutor may provide rather than a claim that every UK nation uses the same KS2 framework.

Reading fluency, decoding where still needed and confidence reading aloud.
Comprehension, inference, evidence-finding and discussing texts.
Spelling, punctuation, grammar, sentence control and vocabulary.
Planning, drafting, paragraphing, creative writing and editing.
Year 6 confidence and preparation for secondary-school reading and writing demands.

Reading fluency: Fluency, decoding where still needed, reading aloud and understanding what has been read.
Comprehension: Retrieval, inference, prediction, evidence, vocabulary and explaining ideas clearly.
Writing: Planning, sentence control, paragraphs, vocabulary choices, editing and writing for different purposes.
SPaG: Spelling patterns, punctuation, grammar terminology and using grammar to improve meaning rather than drilling terms only.
Transition: Building stamina and independence for Year 6 and the start of secondary school.

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Support by school year: Years 3 to 6

The right starting point changes as children move through Key Stage 2. Lower KS2 often needs calm routines around vocabulary, comprehension and paragraphing. Upper KS2 usually asks for more independent reading, evidence-based answers, controlled writing and confidence before secondary school.

For Year 6, SATs may be part of the reason for looking for a tutor, but the best support should still build the underlying reading and writing skills your child will need beyond one test week.

Years 3–4: vocabulary, comprehension habits, paragraphing, dictionaries, inference and confidence.
Years 5–6: wider reading, evidence, fact and opinion, more controlled writing, grammar choices and secondary transition.
Year 6 support can include SATs practice, but should not become drilling without understanding.

Year 3: Settling into KS2 reading expectations, vocabulary, sentence accuracy and early paragraphing.
Year 4: Building comprehension habits, editing, grammar confidence and more organised writing.
Year 5: More independent reading, inference, precise vocabulary and stronger extended writing.
Year 6: Confidence, evidence-based reading answers, grammar choices, writing stamina and secondary readiness.

Common KS2 English concerns and how a tutor may help

Parents often know something is not quite working, but not the exact label for it. A good first enquiry is specific: describe the task your child finds hard, what school has said, and what you would like the tutor to notice in the first lesson.

Reading is slow, tiring or avoided.
Comprehension answers are too short or unsupported.
Spelling and grammar rules do not stick.
Writing is hard to start, too short or poorly organised.
Confidence dips before Year 6 or the move to secondary school.

Reading lacks fluency: A tutor may hear the child read, check decoding and fluency, practise short passages and build confidence without rushing.
Comprehension feels vague: A tutor may model finding evidence, making inferences, explaining vocabulary and turning an idea into a complete answer.
SPaG is shaky: A tutor may revisit spelling patterns, punctuation, grammar choices and sentence editing in small steps.
Writing is hard to start: A tutor may use planning cues, model paragraphs, guided drafting and editing so the child can write more independently.
Confidence is low: A tutor may use clear routines, small wins, gentle questioning and parent updates to rebuild confidence.

Ready to compare KS2 English tutors?

Use the tutor profiles above as the starting point, then ask a few focused questions before you enquire. The best match is usually the tutor who understands your child’s exact difficulty, explains the first lesson clearly, and can work at a pace your child can sustain.

What does my child need most: reading, writing, SPaG, confidence or Year 6 support?
Does the tutor mention relevant primary English experience?
Is the price, availability and lesson style realistic for our family?
Can the tutor explain how the first lesson will start?
Do we need a qualified teacher, a specialist tutor, or a patient tutor with strong KS2 English experience?

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Support and clarity

Frequently asked questions

Straight answers to the questions people ask most often.

How can a KS2 English tutor help my child?

A KS2 English tutor can help identify whether the main gap is reading fluency, comprehension, vocabulary, SPaG, writing confidence, homework routines or Year 6 readiness. The useful support is usually diagnosis, modelling, guided practice, feedback and a calm plan between lessons, not simply doing worksheets.

Is KS2 English tuition different from general primary English tuition?

They overlap, but KS2 English usually means Key Stage 2 support for Years 3 to 6. The page uses primary English language naturally, but the focus is reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary and confidence for upper-primary pupils rather than early years, GCSE English or English as a foreign language.

Can a tutor help with both reading and writing?

Yes, many tutors can support both, but check the profile and ask directly. Reading work may focus on fluency, vocabulary, retrieval and inference. Writing work may focus on planning, sentence control, paragraphs, punctuation, editing and writing for different purposes.

Can a KS2 English tutor help with SATs?

A tutor can help with reading questions, grammar practice, confidence and reviewing mistakes, but the page does not promise SATs results. For current dates, scaled-score reporting and official access arrangements, use your child’s school and current official guidance.

How much does KS2 English tutoring cost?

Latimer tutors set profile-based prices rather than one fixed KS2 English rate. Compare the tutor’s current hourly rate with their experience, teaching style, availability and fit for your child’s exact need. The pricing section above explains why the right fit may matter more than simply choosing the lowest or highest rate.

Does my child need a qualified teacher?

Not always. Some children need a patient tutor who can explain clearly and build routine; others may benefit from a qualified teacher or specialist background. Use the profile and first enquiry to ask about primary English experience, SEND-aware support, writing feedback, SATs practice or school-style assessment experience.

Is online tutoring suitable for a primary-age child?

It can be, provided the tutor uses short, focused tasks and keeps the lesson interactive. Online KS2 English may involve reading aloud, shared documents, live editing, short comprehension questions and parent updates. Ask the tutor how they adapt lessons for your child’s age and attention span.

What happens in the first KS2 English lesson?

The first lesson normally starts with finding the right starting point. A tutor might look at recent school work, hear your child read, ask short comprehension questions, review a paragraph of writing, check confidence and agree one or two priorities with the family.

How often should my child have KS2 English lessons?

Weekly lessons often suit steady support, while fortnightly lessons may work for light check-ins or more independent pupils. Short holiday blocks can help reset routines. The right frequency depends on age, attention span, confidence, budget, tutor availability and practice between lessons.

Can tutors help with homework?

Tutors can help children understand homework, practise the underlying skill and build a routine. The child should still do the thinking and writing themselves. If you mainly need homework support rather than regular tuition, agree expectations with the tutor before lessons begin.

Can Latimer help with SEND or anxiety?

Some tutors may have relevant SEND, SEN or confidence-building experience, but this should be checked on the profile or discussed with Latimer. Tutoring should be framed as learning support and reassurance, not diagnosis or clinical treatment. Schools and exam centres manage official access arrangements.

Can I find a KS2 English tutor near me through Latimer?

Latimer is online-first, so the stronger promise is wider tutor choice rather than guaranteed local coverage. Many families searching near me still choose online tutoring because they can compare fit, price, availability and specialist experience beyond their local area.

Can home-educated children use KS2 English tutoring?

Yes, tutoring may help home-educated children with reading routines, writing feedback, grammar, vocabulary and independent practice. Be clear about the curriculum framework you are following, what parent reporting you want, and whether you need broader planning support beyond weekly lessons.

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