English Tutoring Online UK

Online English Tutoring
Primary, GCSE & A-Level

One-to-one online English tutoring from Primary through to A-Level, including reading, writing, English Language and English Literature support. Tutor matching considers the learner’s stage, exam board where relevant, current texts or topics, learning needs and tutor availability.

£1 First Lesson: £1 applies to the first one-to-one lesson only. Regular lessons then continue at the applicable standard rate. After the 14-day cooling-off period, cancellation requires 4 weeks’ written notice.
English Language & Literature
GCSE and A-Level exam-board support
Primary reading & writing
£1 First Lesson
English Tutoring at NLG
£39.90
per 40-minute Primary, KS3 or GCSE one-to-one lesson after the £1 First Lesson
£46
per 40-minute A-Level English one-to-one lesson after the £1 First Lesson
265K+
lessons delivered by NLG tutors across the UK
English Tutors from Primary to A-Level
National Tutoring Award Winners
Trustpilot Excellent
DBS-Checked Tutors
£1 First Lesson
Direct Answer

What English tutoring does NLG offer?

NLG provides one-to-one online English tutoring from Primary through to A-Level. Primary, KS3 and GCSE lessons cost £39.90 per 40 minutes, while A-Level English costs £46. The first one-to-one lesson is £1. GCSE English group tutoring is available separately, subject to availability, sufficient enrolment and suitable placement.

Find Your Level

English Tutoring by Level

English tutor matching considers the learner’s year group, current reading or writing priorities, exam board and set texts where relevant, learning needs and current tutor availability. Choose the appropriate stage below.

Why It Works

Why Online English Tutoring Works

English tutoring can focus on specific reading, writing, analysis and exam-technique needs. One-to-one lessons give the tutor time to review the learner’s work, explain techniques clearly and practise the skills that need the most attention.

Feedback on Written Work
Tutors can review written work during lessons and give targeted feedback on structure, evidence, vocabulary, analysis and accuracy.
Set-Text and Exam-Board Matching
For GCSE and A-Level, tutor matching can consider the learner’s exam board, set texts and course where suitable tutor availability allows.
Writing Technique
Tutors can support paragraph structure, planning, analytical language, comparison, evidence selection and written accuracy.
Confidence Under Exam Conditions
Timed practice, clear planning methods and feedback can help learners become more comfortable applying English skills under assessment conditions.
English Tutoring Feedback

What Families Say About NLG English Tutoring

GCSE English Feedback

“NLG supported my child with English Language and English Literature and helped them build greater confidence with both papers.”

Parent feedback • GCSE English
Primary English Feedback

“Victoria went back over phonics and helped our son rebuild important reading foundations. We valued the patient, structured support.”

Parent feedback • Primary English
SEND English Feedback

“We were pleased with the care taken to find a tutor who understood our daughter’s learning needs and could adapt the lessons.”

Parent feedback • SEND English
Exam Board Matching

English Exam Board Support

Tutor matching can consider AQA, Pearson Edexcel, OCR, WJEC, Eduqas and CCEA where relevant. Exact support depends on the learner’s level, course, set texts and current suitable tutor availability.

AQA
Edexcel
OCR
WJEC
Eduqas
CCEA
GCSE English Language and Literature

GCSE English Language and GCSE English Literature are separate qualifications. NLG can support either subject, and tutor matching can consider both where a suitable tutor is available.

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Prices checked August 2026
DBS checked tutors
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9,000+ students
265K+ lessons
Updated quarterly
GCSE English In Depth

GCSE English by Exam Board

Explore GCSE English Language and Literature support by subject and exam-board context. These links lead to the main GCSE English routes unless a dedicated page exists.

Format and Pricing

English Tutoring Format

English tutoring is delivered live online. One-to-one lessons are 40 minutes. GCSE English group tutoring is 60 minutes and is subject to current availability and suitable placement.

Most Popular
1:1 Online English Tutoring
£39.90
per 40-min lesson • Primary, KS3 & GCSE
One-to-one English tutor matched to the learner’s level and needs
Reading, writing, Language or Literature support as appropriate
Exam-board and set-text matching where relevant and available
A-Level English is £46 per 40-minute lesson
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GCSE Only
GCSE Group English
£20
per 60-min group lesson
Maximum of 8 pupils per group
GCSE English group programmes only
5 lessons £90 or 10 lessons £160 as group-only upfront options
Subject to availability, sufficient enrolment and suitable placement
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English tutoring pricing
Primary / KS3 / GCSE 1:1£39.90 / 40 min
SEND Primary–GCSE£43.90 / 40 min
A-Level English 1:1£46 / 40 min
A-Level SEND£48 / 40 min

£1 applies to the first one-to-one lesson only. After the 14-day cooling-off period, cancellation requires 4 weeks’ written notice.

Getting Started

How to Get an English Tutor

Tutor matching time varies according to the learner’s level, exam board, set texts where relevant, requirements and current suitable tutor availability.

1
Tell Us the Learner’s Level and Priorities
Share the year group, English Language or Literature needs, exam board, current texts or topics and availability.
2
NLG Checks a Suitable English Tutor Match
Tutor matching considers level, subject experience, exam-board or set-text relevance, learning needs and current tutor availability.
3
Start With the £1 First Lesson
£1 applies to the first one-to-one lesson only. The tutor can review current work and identify useful reading, writing or analysis priorities.
4
Continue With One-to-One Lessons
Primary, KS3 and GCSE lessons cost £39.90 per 40 minutes. A-Level English costs £46. After the 14-day cooling-off period, cancellation requires 4 weeks’ written notice.
Every Question Answered

English Tutoring FAQs

The questions parents ask most about English tutoring at NLG.

Primary, KS3 and GCSE one-to-one English tutoring costs £39.90 per 40-minute lesson. SEND at those levels is £43.90. A-Level English costs £46, while A-Level SEND is £48. The first one-to-one lesson is £1. View full pricing.

Yes. NLG supports GCSE English Language and GCSE English Literature as separate subjects. Tutor matching can consider one or both subjects, the learner’s exam board and set texts where relevant and available.

Tutor matching can consider major UK exam boards including AQA, Pearson Edexcel, OCR, WJEC, Eduqas and CCEA where relevant. Exact support depends on the learner’s level, course, set texts and current suitable tutor availability.

Yes. Primary English tutoring can support phonics, early reading, comprehension, vocabulary, grammar and writing, depending on the learner’s stage and current needs.

GCSE English assessment requirements vary by qualification. Tutors can support relevant reading, writing, analysis, spoken-language preparation and exam skills, while keeping any assessed work within the applicable exam-board rules.

Yes. One-to-one English tutoring can focus on structure, vocabulary, punctuation, sentence control, analytical language, argument, planning and editing, depending on the learner’s current writing needs.

A-Level English tutoring can support close reading, essay technique, contextual analysis, comparison, unseen material and set texts where relevant. Tutor matching depends on the student’s course, exam board and suitable tutor availability.

Yes. NLG offers selected GCSE English group tutoring at £20 per 60-minute lesson, with a maximum of 8 pupils. Current group-only upfront options are 5 lessons for £90 or 10 lessons for £160. Places are subject to availability, sufficient enrolment and suitable placement.

Get Started

Ready to Find Your Child's English Tutor?

Choose the appropriate English tutoring route and review the current pricing, availability and cancellation terms before starting.

GCSE Option
GCSE English Language
Explore GCSE English Language tutoring, including reading, writing and exam-technique support.
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Best First Step
Book £1 First Lesson
£1 applies to the first 40-minute one-to-one lesson only. Regular lessons then continue at the applicable standard rate.
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Need Advice
Find a Tutor
Tell NLG the learner’s level, English priorities, exam board and set texts where relevant, plus availability, so the team can check a suitable tutor match.
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£1 First Lesson: £1 applies to the first one-to-one lesson only. Regular lessons continue at the applicable standard rate. After the 14-day cooling-off period, cancellation requires 4 weeks’ written notice.