Building Confidence, Skills and Success

Every learner is different.

Some learners require additional support to keep pace with the curriculum. Others need help rebuilding confidence after periods of absence, anxiety or educational disruption. Some are preparing for examinations, whilst others simply benefit from personalised teaching that focuses on their individual needs.

At The Support School, we provide high-quality English and Maths tuition for children, young people and adults. Our tuition is tailored to the learner, delivered by experienced subject teachers and designed to improve both attainment and confidence.

Our approach focuses on understanding how learners learn and adapting teaching accordingly.

Tuition is available online for learners throughout the UK and internationally.

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Primary English and Maths Tuition

Strong foundations in literacy and numeracy are essential for future educational success.

Our primary tuition programmes support learners who may be:

• Working below age-related expectations

• Lacking confidence in English or Maths

• Preparing for SATs

• Experiencing difficulties with reading, writing or number skills

• Returning to learning following illness or absence

• Requiring additional challenge and extension

Support may include:

English

• Reading fluency

• Reading comprehension

• Phonics support

• Spelling

• Grammar and punctuation

• Creative writing

• Vocabulary development

Maths

• Number skills

• Calculation strategies

• Times tables

• Fractions

• Problem solving

• Mathematical reasoning

• Confidence with mathematical concepts

Sessions are engaging, personalised and designed to build confidence alongside academic progress.

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GCSE English and Maths Tuition

GCSE English and Maths qualifications play a crucial role in future education, employment and training opportunities.

Many learners benefit from targeted support to strengthen subject knowledge, develop examination techniques and improve confidence.

Our GCSE tuition supports learners studying:

• GCSE English Language

• GCSE English Literature

• GCSE Mathematics

Areas of focus may include:

English

• Reading comprehension

• Text analysis

• Essay writing

• Language techniques

• Examination preparation

• Structuring extended responses

Mathematics

• Number

• Algebra

• Geometry

• Statistics

• Ratio and proportion

• Problem solving

• Examination strategies

We help learners understand not only what they need to know but also how to demonstrate their knowledge effectively in examinations.

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Functional Skills English and Maths

Functional Skills qualifications provide an important alternative pathway for learners who require English and Maths qualifications for employment, apprenticeships or further study.

Support is available for:

• Entry Level

• Level 1

• Level 2 Functional Skills English

• Level 1 Functional Skills Maths

• Level 2 Functional Skills Maths

Tuition focuses on practical application, confidence building and examination preparation.

Common areas of support include:

Functional Skills English

• Reading and interpreting information

• Writing for different purposes

• Grammar and punctuation

• Speaking and listening preparation

Functional Skills Maths

• Percentages

• Ratios

• Fractions

• Data interpretation

• Problem solving

• Everyday mathematical applications

Functional Skills tuition is particularly popular with apprentices, adult learners and those returning to education after a period away from learning.

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Adult Learners

Learning does not stop at school.

Many adults return to education to improve career prospects, access higher education, achieve professional goals or simply gain confidence in English and Maths.

We provide supportive and flexible tuition for adult learners seeking to:

• Gain Functional Skills qualifications

• Improve literacy skills

• Improve numeracy skills

• Prepare for professional courses

• Access higher education

• Improve confidence in everyday English or Maths

Our adult learners come from a wide range of backgrounds and learning experiences. Sessions are delivered in a supportive, non-judgemental environment where learners can progress at their own pace.

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Tuition for Learners with SEND

As SEND specialists, we understand that traditional tutoring approaches are not always effective for learners with additional needs.

Many learners with SEND require teaching that recognises how they process information, learn new skills and engage with learning tasks.

We have extensive experience supporting learners with:

• Dyslexia

• Dyscalculia

• ADHD

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)

• Speech, Language and Communication Needs

• Working Memory Difficulties

• Processing Speed Difficulties

• Social, Emotional and Mental Health Needs

Our approach focuses on:

• Understanding individual learning profiles

• Building confidence and self-esteem

• Adapting teaching methods

• Breaking learning into manageable steps

• Celebrating success

• Working collaboratively with parents and schools

Where appropriate, tuition can be informed by findings from our Cognitive Profiling Assessments, ensuring support is tailored to the learner's unique strengths and needs.

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Why Choose The Support School?

Unlike many tutoring providers, The Support School combines specialist teaching expertise with extensive experience in SEND, inclusion and educational leadership.

Our tuition is delivered by teachers who understand:

• Curriculum expectations

• SEND and additional needs

• Examination requirements

• Learning differences

• Educational progression pathways

We believe successful tuition should do more than improve grades. It should increase confidence, develop independence and help learners achieve their full potential.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is tuition delivered online?

Yes. All tuition is delivered online, allowing learners to access high-quality support regardless of location.

How long are sessions?

Session lengths can be tailored to the learner's age, needs and concentration levels.

Can tuition support learners with SEND?

Absolutely. Supporting learners with SEND is one of our areas of specialism.

Do you support Functional Skills learners?

Yes. We have extensive experience supporting apprentices, adults and young people working towards Functional Skills English and Maths qualifications.

Do you provide GCSE tuition?

Yes. We offer GCSE English and GCSE Maths tuition, including examination preparation and revision support.

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Book a Free Initial Discussion

If you would like to discuss English or Maths tuition for yourself, your child or a learner you support, we would be delighted to help.

Contact The Support School today to explore how personalised tuition can support confidence, achievement and future success.