Personalised English Tuition and Mentoring
Specialist, supportive learning for students who need a more flexible, confidence-building approach.
I provide online English tuition and mentoring for students who benefit from calm, personalised support — including those with SEND, school anxiety, alternative provision experience, or gaps in confidence.
Who I Work With
- KS2, KS3 and GCSE students
- Home-educated learners
- Students in alternative provision
- Students with SEND
- Learners who struggle with confidence, attendance or engagement
- Students preparing for English exams
How I Can Help
English Tuition
Support with reading, writing, comprehension, literature, language and exam preparation.
Explore Tuition →Mentoring
Structured support for students who need help with confidence, motivation, organisation and re-engaging with learning.
Learn About Mentoring →Personalised Learning
Sessions adapted to each student's pace, needs and learning style.
A Calm, Personalised Approach
I understand that not every student thrives in a traditional classroom setting. My aim is to create a supportive learning space where students feel safe to ask questions, build confidence and make genuine progress — academically and personally. This can be especially valuable for students who have found school difficult, overwhelming or inconsistent.
Unlike larger tutoring agencies, it's just me — you'll always work directly with me, not a rotating panel of tutors, so we can build a genuine, consistent relationship over time.
"I encourage students to set their own ambitions rather than simply accept a predicted grade. We work towards the grade they believe they can achieve, then build the skills, confidence and understanding needed to keep progressing."
Testimonials
"Your passion for English is contagious."— Parent
"Bill improved from predicted grades 4 in Language and 5 in Literature and is now pursuing his first-choice A-levels, including music — something that wouldn't have been possible without Charmaine's support."
"I will be singing your praises to anyone who will listen for a long time to come!"— Parent
"After targeted tutoring, the student achieved an 8 in English Language and is now pursuing maths and science at sixth form."
"Don't know what you did but thank you so much!"— Parent
"My daughter went from a 4 to a 7 in one term. What changed wasn't just the grade — she actually talks about English now instead of dreading it."— Parent of Year 11 student
"I used to freeze up on the unseen poetry questions. Now I actually have a system for tackling them, and it shows in my mocks."— Year 10 student
"What I liked most was the actual feedback after each session — not just 'doing well,' but exactly what to work on next."— Parent of Year 10 student
"Sessions never feel like more school. It's the first time someone's explained analysis in a way that actually made sense to me."— Year 11 student
"We tried a group tutoring centre first and it didn't move the needle. One-to-one made all the difference — the pace is entirely hers."— Parent of Year 11 student
"I went into my exam actually knowing what to do with the extract, instead of just hoping something would come to me."— Year 11 student
"He's more independent now too — he'll plan an essay on his own before a session instead of waiting to be told what to do."— Parent of Year 10 student
"Honestly didn't expect to enjoy English tutoring, but I look forward to sessions now."— Year 9 student
Frequently Asked Questions
What ages and year groups do you work with?
KS2, KS3 and GCSE students, including selected Year 5 and Year 6 students preparing for SATs.
Do you only work with students who are struggling at school?
Not at all. Most students I work with are happily settled in mainstream school and simply want extra support to strengthen their English or aim for a higher grade. I also have particular experience supporting students with SEND, school anxiety, or in alternative provision.
What's the difference between tuition and mentoring?
English Tuition focuses on reading, writing, comprehension, literature and exam preparation. Mentoring is for students who need broader support with confidence, motivation, organisation and their relationship with learning, alongside or separate from subject tuition.
Are sessions online or in-person?
Most sessions are delivered online. For selected students, I can also offer in-person support via a home visit.
How much do sessions cost?
Online tuition is from £45 per session. Mentoring is from £320 per month for a 12-week programme, tailored to the student. In-person support is available for selected students — please enquire.
Are you DBS checked?
Yes — I'm Enhanced DBS checked.
How do I get started?
Get in touch via the contact form, email, call or WhatsApp with a little information about your child. If you'd rather talk it through first, I offer a free, no-obligation 15-minute call to discuss what your child needs before deciding on anything.
Let's talk about what your child needs
If you're unsure which type of support would best suit your child, get in touch for a free, no-obligation 15-minute call and I'd be happy to discuss it with you.