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Dr. Lucy W.
Enthusiastic, Sensitive and Engaging
£60/per hour
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300+Lessons completed
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6 years experience
Degree educated
I am a published writer and experienced dyslexia specialist English literature/language tutor based in Northenden, Manchester. Currently, I have a PhD in creative writing from the University of Glasgow. I focus much of my tutoring around creative practice and the enjoyment of reading and writing. In turn, I appreciate a learning space that is relaxed and informal, helping the student find their love for this wonderful and enriching subject. I have experience tutoring 11-18 year olds (KS3, GCSE, AS/ALevel), specifically those who struggle with anxiety and self-confidence. I tutor English Literature, English Language, Media Studies and Film Studies. I also provide mentorship/tutoring to bachelor degree, masters degree or PhD students studying subjects relating to English literature, film studies, media studies, art history, fine art, creative writing and curating. Please feel free to message!
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Feroz K.
Enthusiastic for teaching skilfully.
£30/per hour
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200+Lessons completed
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4 years experience
Degree educated
I did my bachelor's (hons) degree in Psychology for 4 years. I loved the subject and did a masters in Psychology at university of east London. I'm currently doing another masters in coaching Psychology from the University of East London. I taught human Psychology to bachelor's students at the University of Swat as a Psychology Lecturer. I have tutored peers, friends and colleagues in General science, Psychology, Psychotherapy and Philosophy throughout my bachelors. I have a deeper intrinsic enthusiasm and love for teaching and tutoring the subjects i love. I have been involved in delivering CBT Counselling, Life coaching and Mentoring. I help with theoretical, empirical and therapeutic understanding of complex psychological concepts for exams, assignments, presentations and dissertations. I have an interactive, supportive and empowering teaching style. I teach both online and in person. I have done so for more than 5 years now and my students are more than satisfied. Send me a message and we can talk about your work.
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Paula A.
Creative, qualified, and experienced
£40/per hour
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450+Lessons completed
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9 years experience
Degree educated
Hi! My name is Paula, and I am British-Chilean. I have a PGCE from which I graduated with a 1st, over 9 years of experience teaching languages, and have been an official examiner for A Levels and GCSEs. When teaching students that are preparing for their exams, I adopt an exam-focused approach, dedicating time to each language skill—listening, speaking, reading, and writing—individually. I incorporate past papers into lessons to build confidence and develop effective exam strategies. I also teach students in primary, as well as adults wishing to start or continue learning a language. For younger learners, my approach is interactive, utilising videos, songs, and games to make learning engaging. For adult learners, depending on your targets, our focus can be anywhere from conversation to career-oriented language, and we would use a variety of media too. I tailor my lessons to each student’s goals and unique learning style, and I believe in making studying fun and motivating. This way, a student can build confidence, improve learning effectiveness, and maximise their potential. My students consistently achieve excellent progress and have fun during our lessons. In our first session, I will assess your current level, determine key targets, and create a tailored program designed to help you achieve your goals.
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James S.
Goal-oriented and success guaranteed!
£90/per hour
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600+Lessons completed
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12 years experience
Degree educated
I am a multilinguist with considerable experience in teaching French and Spanish to a diverse range of students. I have a 100% success rate in terms of my students improving their academic grades. I am extremely passionate about my subject and committed to understanding and engaging with each new student's learning needs. I tailor my individual teaching programmes to ensure each student is able to develop and move confidently towards their goal, whether it be academic or personal. I choose to work with students who are committed to working towards their goal - they don't have to love the subject to begin with, they just have to want to improve, the love comes later, often when they discover how simple it can be and they start to see improvements in their ability and understanding! Among my previous students are Yas, a Spanish GCSE student who went from a predicted D to receiving an A* overall in 14 months, Roderick, who with no prior teaching since his French GCSE 16 months before we began, received an A* at French A Level after 7 months of home-schooling with me and Kendall, a French IB student who went from grade 3/4 to achieving a final grade 6/7 in 20 months - she called me up in Guatemala on results day so I knew it must be good news! Testimonials: "James tutored both my daughters for GCSE Spanish and they both received A*. This was particularly impressive with my eldest daughter who was on a Grade D at the end of Year 10. James accelerated Yasmin's learning rapidly over 6 months in Year 11, and changed her attitude towards Spanish from a boring difficult subject to her favourite! Aside from his in-depth understanding of the curriculum and effective teaching techniques, James is a lovely person with a great sense of humour, and the girls really enjoyed his company. We'd highly recommend James to anyone wanting to improve their grades and language skills." Zaya F - Spanish GCSE "James was simply brilliant in giving my son confidence in his ability to learn languages, which ultimately led to GCSE success. He possesses a magical ability to build self-esteem. Invaluable. Fabulous. Very highly recommended." Donna G – French & Spanish IGCSE "James tutored me in French for just over a year for the international baccalaureate. Marked out of 7, I originally achieved 3-4s in all my examinations. James helped with reading, writing and oral presentations. He helped me to increase my confidence in speaking and also taught me invaluable techniques for verb conjugations. In the end I was able to achieve a 6/7 in my final IB results. Thank you James !" Kendall U - French International Baccalaureate "James was instrumental in getting my son to an A* for his Spanish A Level this year. Over a period of 8 months James worked to improve Omar’s original predicted grade of B, focussing on some core grammar which had been missed by the school and developing his reading, writing and oral skills. James often made himself available at short notice to review and offer feedback on Omar’s practice essays for the literature part of the course. We are delighted with the result and with the high level of professional service that James provides. Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend." Mehta F - Spanish A Level “My daughter Chloe was struggling with Spanish during year 11, she failed her mock and was really worried. We found James and he worked steadily with her for the three months leading up to her GCSE. I’m delighted to say she achieved a 6(B)!! Incredible...a fail to a B in only 25 hours tutoring! Thank you James, she couldn’t have done it without you!” Beth W – Spanish GCSE James tutored my daughter for just over a year at French Pre-U. Our aim was to secure a comfortable distinction. James knew the syllabus inside out and ensured no stone had been left unturned in her knowledge and exam technique. We were delighted but not too surprised when the final result came back a D1. We’re thrilled with James, his approach and the care he brings to each session. Such a star. Mikael J – Cambridge Pre U French "James is an amazing teacher. He got my daughter to a B in French GCSE from a predicted D, and my son to a B in Spanish GCSE from a predicted E. This helped my daughter to get to UCL and put the Russell Group within my son's reach. His teaching style is unique. Within minutes of arrival, he had won the respect of both my teenagers. He made himself available at weekends and in the evenings both in person and over Skype. I am so grateful for his help. I highly recommend him." Rachel G - French & Spanish GCSE "James is an outstanding teacher - he taught my son to find his own motivation & the confidence he needed to excel in Spanish. He brings the language to life and creates a self sufficiency in study habits that was wonderful to observe - the GCSE process was made palatable and non daunting ! I would wholly recommend him to anyone looking for a tutor that cares about the child in the most holistic sense and leaves them with the skills to tackle languages independently post their time with him - he was an absolute star !" Shaleen Y - Spanish IGCSE "James is one of the best tutors I have ever met. He is clearly passionate about teaching and has such an engaging and enthusiastic manner. Anyone who is lucky enough to come across James has found a true gem. I cannot recommend him highly enough." Helen S - Spanish GCSE
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Aryamoy M.
Tutor (IB, A-Levels, GCSEs, University)
£20/per hour
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150+Lessons completed
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3 years experience
Degree educated
Hi! I graduated from the University of Warwick with a BSc. in 2024, and from the International Baccalaureate in July of 2021, with 43/45 points and Higher Levels in Mathematics, Physics and Economics. My Standard Level subjects were Psychology, English and French. I have over three years and 1500+ hours of in-person and virtual teaching experience, and have mentored hundreds of students in that time. I am proficient in multiple subjects across their AP, GCSE, A-level, IB and international equivalents. Whenever I mentor someone, I try and take a hands-on approach, pacing the material appropriately and answering questions in the process. I'm proficient in a range of digital teaching tools, and am more than willing to adapt to new ones. I'm also extremely attentive to my learners, and try and tailor my teaching methodologies to their individual requirements. Outside of teaching, I love reading, writing and playing the guitar:)
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Bill S.
Incredibly experienced English tutor.
£60/per hour
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1750+Lessons completed
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35 years experience
Degree educated
At present in my early 50s. I began teaching, in a London tutorial college, straight after coming down from Oxford. A few years after that, I interrupted my teaching career to return to university to pursue doctoral research, but I continued to see a small number of private students throughout my time as a post-graduate student. Accordingly, I have somewhere in the region of thirty years’ experience of helping students to realise their potential and, quite often, to exceed their expectations of themselves. My original specialisms were English Language and Literature, and these remain subjects I enjoy teaching immensely, but I have equal experience by now in History of Art, Philosophy, Film Studies, and Religious Studies, each of which I have taught to A level students and undergraduates. I also specialise in Pre-U English. The following is a quotation from the reference supplied by the school from which I resigned last year, after twenty years as Head of English and de facto Head of Humanities, in order to focus on private tuition: ‘Bill’s main virtues as a teacher […] are his infectious enthusiasm for his subjects, his immense knowledge and erudition, his intimate familiarity with past papers and assessment criteria, his commitment to his pupils, his willingness to make supererogatory efforts on their behalf, his provision of extensive and meticulous course notes, and his generosity with his time.’
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Aurelija I.
PhD in Pharmacology
£70/per hour
(24)
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400+Lessons completed
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8 years experience
Degree educated
I am currently studying for a DPhil in Pharmacology at the University of Oxford, having completed an undergraduate and masters in Biochemistry also at University of Oxford. I finished schooling at North London Collegiate School where I gained 45/45 in the International Baccalaureate (IB) programme. I have had previous experience tutoring IB biology, chemistry, English, maths and economics as well as GCSE French, English, maths, biology and chemistry. I believe in altering my teaching style according to the student and have had experience in tutoring a variety of different academic abilities and ages. I am extremely organised and am happy to go above and beyond in regards to preparation and gathering resources to help the student. My experience in tutoring for IB and GCSE means that I am good at ensuring that all parts of the syllabus are covered and that the student is well informed of what’s expected in the exam. One of my IB students was recently admitted to Tufts University in Massachusetts while other students that I am currently tutoring for SAT are currently applying for numerous highly ranked American Universities.
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Maxim P.
Experienced Oxford Graduate
£90/per hour
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250+Lessons completed
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5 years experience
Degree educated
Tutoring experience John Locke essay competition (2023-present) * - Three students performed in the top 10% of all entrants in the competition in 2023 and 2025. * - Max has worked with students in China, Singapore and beyond on this competition and has experience with the full gamut of Humanities questions. * Oxbridge entrance tutoring support 2017 - present * - Coached multiple students applying to Oxbridge * - Reviewed over 200 Personal Statements and conducted a similar number of mock interviews * - Secured multiple Oxbridge, LSE, and UCL offers for students, including for PPE, History, History and Politics, and Law (2023, 2024), HSPS (2023): * - Alex got a place for History at Merton College, Oxford * - Jack got a place for Law at University College, Oxford * - Sofia got into HSPS at Corpus Christi College, Cambridge * - Melina got into Law at Trinity College, Cambridge * - Maxim has also tutored LNAT for three years, with multiple students securing scores of 30+ in this exam and gaining places at Oxbridge * School entrance - 7+/11+/16+ - Past students gained places at Highgate and South Hampstead in 2025. * - He has tutored 16+ for Politics * - He has experience with St Paul’s for 16+ entry History for Westminster School and experience with Brighton College - Maxim has experience with GL, Common Entrance and Bond school entrance exams. * - Maxim helped students secure offers from South Hampstead, Highgate, UCS, City of London, Habs, Merchant Taylors, and Latimer * - Other students got into Wetherby and Fettes. * History (GCSE and A-Level) * - Coached a student to achieve 9/9 in GCSE History in 2023 and actively tutors the subject to two students each week. * Politics (A-Level) * - He has tutored this for over six years since graduating. * - Multiple students secured top grades including A* (2022) and A grades (2020-present). * - He is familiar with all the main exam boards. * Sociology (A-Level) * - Five years of experience with this subject, and he achieved A grades in all Sociology papers taken. * Law (A-Level and University level) * - Maxim has eight years of PS Polishing experience, and he returns files promptly. He helped students secure places at HKU, HKUST, Chinese University of Hong Kong, City University of Hong Kong, NUS, NTU, and many more (500 bookings completed). * - He has extensive experience with US universities including Duke University, Johns Hopkins University, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and many more. * Other subjects (GCSE and A-Level) * - Maxim has tutored Sociology and Law to A-Level, having achieved A grades in both subjects (at AS-Level and A-Level, respectively).
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Marie J.
Friendly, supportive, passionate teacher
£60/per hour
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800+Lessons completed
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16 years experience
Degree educated
*Please message me to request a booking as my timetable is changeable and across different platforms so is not always updated on here* Hello, I'm Marie from Oxford, UK. I'm a professional teacher, private tutor, University Lecturer and Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Trainer. My specialist subjects include Business, Marketing, English Language, Media Studies and Sociology, including coursework and exam support, and proofreading / editing assignments. I'm also a qualified English teacher, and have recently been tutoring students to prepare them for their 11+, 13+, GCSEs, A-Levels and IELTS exams, as well as delivering a complete primary homeschooling programme. In my career so far, I've been lucky enough to work with some fantastic education institutions including Universities and Colleges in Oxford, India and China. I've delivered professional development training to teachers and professional staff from many different countries, and my work has seen me travel to many places such as Russia, Spain, Switzerland, Malta and Kurdistan. I've also worked as a travelling Governess, accompanying families as they move locations, ensuring continuity and dependable tuition with excellent success rates. I am passionate about helping my students and clients achieve their goals through education, and I'm equally as happy delivering bespoke training sessions to large groups of staff, teaching a University course, or getting a call from an individual student telling me they've achieved the grade they needed that we worked on in their private study sessions. Before I retrained as a teacher, I worked as a Marketing Manager and Project Manager for a University in Oxford, and these skills and responsibilities have helped to shape my adaptable teaching style and capabilities. I would love to hear from you and find out about your training and education needs, and let's achieve your goals, together.
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Alice W.
Creative, friendly and supportive tutor
£40/per hour
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150+Lessons completed
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3 years experience
Degree educated
Hi! I'm Alice and I'm a University of Durham graduate (BA in English Literature and Modern Languages) and I speak fluent French & Spanish. I am an English Literature & Language tutor. I love to share my passion for English with my students and I enjoy supporting them in their learning journeys. I have a strong academic background, hold a master’s degree in Myth, Cosmology & the Sacred (Canterbury Christ Church University) and have over two years’ teaching experience in schools ( I have a CELTA qualification for teaching English as a foreign language) as well as over three years' experience of tutoring individual students. This, combined with my ability to communicate and listen, means I am able to develop and maintain good relationships with students and parents alike. I specialise in the following: ENGLISH LITERATURE (I have experience tutoring students of Cambridge International Curriculum as well as exam boards AQA and OCR). - Shakespeare - The novel - Poetry - Fiction and Drama - Evaluation of a writer’s choice of vocabulary, grammatical and structures features. - Comparing and contrasting texts - Revision/exam preparation and coursework help ENGLISH LANGUAGE (again I have experience tutoring students of Cambridge International Curriculum as well as exam boards AQA and OCR). - Creative writing - Critical reading and comprehension. - Revision/exam preparation and coursework help
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Emir Y.
Passion and Desire to Teach
£40/per hour
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100+Lessons completed
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2 years experience
Degree educated
Hello, My name is Emir and I'm a first year undergrad student at King's College London. I graduated from High School with the IB Diploma with a score of 40 out of 45. I took Math HL AA, Chemistry HL and Physics SL and I scored 7 out of each one and I will be more than willing to help anyone in need of exceeding their mock exams, regular exams or the actual IB exam itself. I am also very familiar with the GCSE and A-Level format so I will surely do my best to contribute. I have 2-3 years of experience of tutoring in Turkey (where I'm from) and I believe I provide a different insight towards my students. I believe that as a student, I am more empathetic towards students because I was in their position not too long ago and that's why I can relate to them more than a professional teacher. I understand their stress, their concerns about time management and besides just lecturing, I can also advice and guide them about their social and academic life and how to balance both during exam periods because I have been in their shoes not more than a year ago. That's why I'm open to any questions the students may have, not just about the topic that they are studying; but about how they should study, what they should do in their free time to avoid mental exhaustion etc.
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Anum W.
Experienced GCSE & A level Tutor
£60/per hour
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200+Lessons completed
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4 years experience
Degree educated
I am a neuroscience graduate from King's College London and a medical student at the University of Cambridge. I am motivated individual who strives to maximise academic productivity and efficiency. Academically, I have received 8s and 9s in my GCSE (I was the only one in my school got a Grade 9 in Religious Studies!) and A*A*A* at A level in Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics. I come from a family of teachers - my parents have been teaching for more than 30 years, and I have seen the various techniques they have adopted to make their students succeed. I use their experience, as well as my own ideas to generate individualised plan for the student I tutor. I have been teaching for the past 4 years, and have experience dealing with students of all abilities in the following subjects in both in-person and online lessons: 1. A level/ IB SL/HL in Biology, Chemistry & Maths 2. GCSE: Maths, English (Literature & Language), Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Religious Studies 3. 9+/11+/13+/ISEB exam prep 4. University entrance exam or interview prep - e.g UCAT and GMAT 5. Personal Statement and UCAS process guidance I also have experience working as a Teaching Assistant in a School. I gave one-to-one support to individuals with Special Educational Needs (SEN), such as Dyslexia, Autism, ADHD, Social & Emotional Needs. During my time at school, I also helped run Speech & Language therapy sessions for students as well as spelling/exercises clubs. In addition to this, I have expertise in teaching people with a physical disability such as visual impairment. I have been trained to teach Mathematics, Science and English at KS3 & KS4 level using both braille and print. My experiences working as a Teaching Assistant allowed me to develop confidence in modifying my approach to teach students of all abilities and needs.
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Why study English?

The English Language is a very fun and versatile subject. If you're someone who is curious about how we started speaking English, where we get words from, and how they impact society – then this is definitely up your street! You should take English Language lessons if you're interested in journalism, writing careers, or even teaching. Book lessons with an English tutor in Sheffield and start learning today!

Can an English tutor in Sheffield enhance my creative writing?

Yes, our English tutor in Sheffield can enhance your creative writing skills by providing guidance on elements such as plot development, character creation, and effective use of language. They can also provide constructive feedback on your writing and suggest ways to improve it. Ultimately, working with a tutor can help take your creativity to the next level.

How do I improve my English writing skills?

To improve your English writing skills you can try reading academic essays, getting feedback on your writing style, and absorbing information from other texts and great authors or poets. You should make notes of new vocabulary learned and techniques like metaphors, hyperbole, pathetic fallacy and others. Then keep practising! Hiring an English tutor in Sheffield could mean the difference between a C and an A grade in your writing skills.

How much does an English tutor in Sheffield cost?

How much does an English tutor in Sheffield cost? The hourly rate for an English tutor in Sheffield varies depending on numerous factors such as their qualifications, the type of tutoring services they offer, your needs, and their experience in teaching English. Typically, you can expect to pay between £20-£90 per hour for a Tutor House English tutor in Sheffield, rates which can compete with the best language schools.

The Benefits of Hiring an English tutor in Sheffield

The English Language is a compulsory subject taught from primary school until at least GCSE level. Therefore, getting solid English tuition from an English tutor in Sheffield is well worth your time. It's a great subject to study, as it improves your creative writing skills, knowledge of the language itself, understanding of the media, and much more. In the corporate sector, the significance of knowing business English can not be overlooked. Therefore, it is safe to say that formal education in the English language is an absolute necessity.

 

A lot of students will struggle with English because there are several topics to grasp. From understanding the media's role in the news to writing creative stories, they might need an English tutor to help break down a specific task where they are underperforming. A classroom setting is not always the best way to learn; with one teacher to 30 pupils. The lessons are often generic and time-constrained. This means students might not get all the support they need, especially if some have learning difficulties. In the long run, they might find it hard to compete with the school's expectations and achieve lower grades or even fail. An English tutor is, therefore, an excellent alternative.

 

At Tutor House, we provide English tutors in Sheffield, London, Liverpool and all around the UK. We have tutors for all levels, ages, and abilities. Our team personally interviews and handpicks tutors, making sure they're passionate about English and improving your learning. You will accelerate your knowledge as the teaching is tailored to your goals, needs, personality, and learning style. With effective 1:1 tutoring, you can learn at your own pace without the pressure of the classroom. 

 

With our e-learning platform, you'll be able to track and measure your progress in live-time, rather than waiting for the quarterly parents' meeting. In fact, we've seen our students grow their confidence and grades from a C to an A (Grade 7) in just a few sessions!

 

The best part about hiring an English tutor in Sheffield is that you can learn from anywhere you want! With online lessons, you don't have to travel to the ends of the Earth or leave your home. So you'll have more flexibility in how and when you want to learn, without all the hassle. This is a perfect solution for families that run a tight ship and parents with busy schedules.

 

Sometimes all we need is English tuition from an expert, and it shouldn't be hard to find! That's why Tutor House aims to make the process of finding an English tutor easy with our bespoke system. All you need to do is browse all tutors and filter for your age, level, budget, goals, and location - then we'll match you with an English tutor in Sheffield for private or online tuition. Call us today and book a trial call with a Sheffield tutor for free. Let Tutor House get you to the top of the leaderboard!

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Raquel A

English Tutor, Sheffield

Raquel is an amazing person. She has a great ability to understand others and would always help out. She is very patient and can very easily relate to other people's perspective, hence why she is an excellent tutor.

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Samuel C

English Tutor, Sheffield

It was a pleasure to work with Sam. He is hard working, engaged and committed to his students. Whenever we worked together he aimed for as high a professional standard as possible. Highly recommended!

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