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Unlock Your Child’s Full Potential in Reading
Are you looking for expert support to boost your child’s reading skills? You've come to the right place!
The Reading Teacher
Professional Tutoring Online for Primary School Children
The Reading Teacher offers small group online tutoring for children aged 7-11.
I provide 30-minute sessions for reading fluency and 60-minute sessions for reading comprehension.
My services include booster groups for extra support and challenge groups for excelling students. With over 16 years of primary school teaching experience, and as an ex-deputy head and reading specialist instructor I can help your child improve their reading skills. I am fully DBS checked and insured. You can view my current timetable of support here.
For parents, I also offer webinars. You can find out about upcoming events here.
Tuition Groups/Price List
Reading Fluency Catch Up
My Small Group Reading Fluency Sessions (max 4 pupils) are designed to help children read fluently, confidently, and with expression. Each 30-minute session is grounded in phonics-based principles, focusing on building a strong foundation in reading by addressing gaps in phonics knowledge, boosting confidence and self-esteem, and improving intonation and expression. With small group sizes, your child receives personalised attention, ensuring that their unique needs are met.
Reading Fluency Catch Up x3
£54
Reading Comprehension Groups
I offer three types of Reading Comprehension Groups, each designed to make learning fun and interactive. My sessions focus on building key comprehension skills through engaging activities, while being fully aligned with the National Curriculum and incorporating SATs techniques where appropriate. Whether your child needs support with understanding texts or enhancing their analytical skills, my groups provide a dynamic and effective way to boost their comprehension.
Reading Comprehension Booster Groups
£25
My 60-minute Reading Comprehension Booster Groups are designed for children who can read but are slightly below or just meeting age-related expectations and need an extra boost.
These year group-specific sessions (see our current timetable) focus on deepening your child's understanding of the text and applying key reading comprehension skills. With a maximum of 6 children per group, each session ensures personalised attention in a supportive, interactive environment.
Reading Comprehension Challenge Groups
£25
My 60-minute Reading Comprehension Challenge Groups are for children who are above age-related expectations or aiming to be. These sessions (see our current timetable) provide an opportunity for your child to tackle higher-tier texts, enhancing their reading and analytical skills in a fast-paced, fun, and engaging environment. With a maximum of 6 children per group, each session ensures personalised attention, helping your child thrive at an advanced level.
Year 5/6Book Club
£15
My 60-minute Book Club Sessions are perfect for children who love to read! In these engaging groups, your child will explore a variety of books selected for them, covering a range of topics. These sessions provide an opportunity for children to meet like-minded peers, discuss the books they’ve read, and take part in enjoyable activities that deepen their love of reading. With most of the reading done independently, the sessions focus on discussion and interactive learning.
Maximum 10 per group
Year 4 Reading 11 Plus Club
£25
My 60-minute Year 4 11+ club sessions help children begin preparing for the 11+ exams. They focus on challenging texts, teaching reading and comprehension skills, and targeted exam practice. Content is tailored to students’ development, gradually increasing in difficulty and 11+ focus as they move through Year 4 and 5, ensuring steady progress.
Maximum 6 per group.
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