KS1 English Tuition

Curriculum-Aligned English Support for Reception to Year 2

I want every child to feel like English makes sense to them, not something they're just getting through. My KS1 English tuition gives your child the skills and the confidence to read, write and communicate clearly, right from the start.

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55 Min Per Session

1:1 or Small Group

Online Google Meet

Rec–Yr 2 Year Groups

8+ Years Experience

Real English Skills, At Your Child’s Level

At this age, English is about cracking the code: learning how sounds work, how sentences fit together and how to put ideas on paper with confidence. That takes proper teaching, not just repetition.

In every session, I work through structured activities tailored to where your child is right now. That means targeted phonics practice, guided reading at the right level, handwriting and sentence-building exercises and early SPaG skills, all mapped to the National Curriculum. I set clear goals, track progress and give you honest feedback after every session so you always know exactly where things stand.

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Topics and Skills Covered

1. Phonics and Decoding

I teach your child how to hear, recognise and blend sounds so they can read unfamiliar words independently. We work through the phonics phases systematically, filling in any gaps and building fluency, whether they're preparing for the Year 1 Phonics Screening Check or just need to strengthen the basics.

2. Reading Fluency and Comprehension

I help your child move from sounding out every word to reading with flow and understanding. We practise retrieval, prediction and simple inference using age-appropriate texts, so they're not just reading words on a page, they're actually understanding what they've read.

3. Writing and Sentence Building

I teach your child how to form clear, correctly punctuated sentences and build them into short pieces of writing. We cover capital letters, full stops, question marks, conjunctions and how to plan and organise ideas: all the building blocks they need for the Year 2 SATs writing tasks.

4. SPaG and Spelling Patterns

I work through the spelling rules and grammar concepts your child needs at KS1: common exception words, verb tenses, noun phrases, suffixes and more. I make these patterns stick through structured practice, not just memorisation, so your child can apply them in their own writing.

Who This Service Is For

Children in Reception or Year 1 Who Need a Stronger Start

If your child is finding phonics tricky or isn't reading at the level you'd expect, early support makes a huge difference. I help them build a solid foundation before any gaps widen.

Year 2 Children Preparing for SATs

The Year 2 SATs test reading, grammar, punctuation and spelling. I make sure your child knows what to expect and has practised the specific skills they'll be tested on, so they walk in feeling prepared, not panicked.

Children Who've Lost Confidence in English

Some children decide early on that they're 'not good at English.' That's usually because they've missed a step somewhere. I find the gap, fill it in and rebuild their confidence with patient, structured support.

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Every child is different. Drop me a message and I'll help you work out the best path forward.

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Pricing

KS1 English Group

£25 per lesson

55-minute live lesson via Google Meet
Small group of no more than five students
Fully aligned to the National Curriculum
Personalised feedback after every session

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KS1 English Private 1:1

£50 per lesson

55-minute one-to-one lesson via Google Meet
Lessons tailored entirely to your child's needs
Fully aligned to the National Curriculum
Flexible scheduling (weekly or fortnightly)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a typical KS1 English tuition session look like?

Every session is structured around what your child needs to work on next. We'll usually cover a mix of phonics or reading, a short writing or grammar activity and some spelling practice. I keep things moving and age-appropriate: 55 minutes is plenty when the session is focused and well-planned.

How do you tailor sessions for different year groups?

A Reception child working on Phase 3 phonics gets a completely different session from a Year 2 child revising SPaG for SATs. I plan every session individually based on where your child is, what they need next and what they're working on at school.

How often should my child have lessons?

Most families do weekly sessions, which gives enough time to build momentum without overwhelming your child. If SATs are coming up and you want to pick up the pace, we can do twice a week for a few weeks. I'll always be honest about what I think is needed.

My child struggles with reading, is this the right option?

Yes. Reading difficulties are one of the most common reasons parents book KS1 English tuition with me. I'll assess where your child is, identify what's holding them back and work through it step by step. No pressure, no rushing, just patient, structured support.

Can I book a one-off session to try it out?

Absolutely. There's no commitment required. Book a single session and see how your child gets on. Most families continue after the first lesson, but there's no pressure either way.

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