About Me
My name is Emma, and I am a qualified primary teacher with over 12 years of experience. I have taught every curriculum subject across all primary year groups and have developed particular expertise in supporting children who are new to English or have English as an Additional Language (EAL). I have received specialist training in helping EAL learners learn to read and build essential vocabulary. I also have extensive experience working with children with Special Educational Needs (SEN).
I have been tutoring for four years and, in July 2024, I launched my own tuition business to focus fully on supporting children outside the classroom. I work with a wide range of learners, offering high-quality, tailored sessions to meet individual needs—whether a child needs help catching up, stretching further or preparing for an exam such as 11+ and SATs.
I have a special interest in how children and adults learn to read and I have significant experience teaching, tutoring, and administering the Year 1 Phonics Screening Check and Year 2 SATs. I have also worked as a Year 6 SATs SPaG marker, giving me valuable insight into how these assessments are structured and marked. I am trained in several phonics schemes, including Read Write Inc, Little Wandle Letters and Sounds, and Floppy Phonics.
I particularly enjoy tutoring maths and helping children—and their parents—overcome any nervousness they may feel about the subject. Through the use of practical resources and games, I aim to make maths engaging and accessible, showing that everyone can succeed with the right support.
I also support students preparing for Functional Skills Maths and English, as well as those working towards the 11+ entrance exams. My sessions are engaging, purposeful and designed to build both skills and confidence in a supportive environment.
At Tuition With Emma C, I provide personalised, high-quality educational support tailored to each learner’s unique needs. I work with children aged 4–14 to help them build confidence, improve self-esteem, and enjoy learning across core subjects. My sessions are designed to support individual learning styles and make progress feel achievable and enjoyable.
I also offer targeted preparation for Key Stage 2 SATs and GL-style 11+ assessments, helping children feel confident and well-prepared for these important milestones.
In addition to primary and early secondary tuition, I support older learners working towards Functional Skills qualifications in both English and maths—whether they are re-sitting exams, returning to education, or working towards a specific goal.
Home Education Support
Home education can take many forms, and families choose it for a variety of reasons, whether it’s to spend more time together, because the school environment wasn’t the right fit, to better support a child with special educational needs or to follow a more interest-led approach to learning.
Whatever your reason, my tuition is designed to complement the education you're already providing at home. I work in partnership with families to provide flexible, child-led support that starts with the child’s interests and individual needs. Whether sessions are online or in person, they are carefully planned to make learning both enjoyable and meaningful.
Through engaging and purposeful activities, we explore key subjects such as English, maths, and science—often through themes and topics that capture the child’s curiosity. My aim is to help children develop core skills, build confidence, and enjoy the learning process—sometimes without even realising how much they’re learning!
Tuition can be tailored to support long-term learning, revisit tricky concepts, or provide a sense of structure and routine to your home education journey.
Keep-Up and Catch-Up Tuition
I offer supportive English and maths tuition for primary-aged children who need extra help to keep up, build confidence or close gaps in their learning.
With extensive knowledge of the primary curriculum, I adapt each session to suit the child’s needs and pace. As a former maths lead in a primary school, I understand how maths develops from EYFS to Year 6 and how to support children at every stage.
In maths, I focus on core concepts using practical resources, visual representations and games to build a secure understanding. These approaches are effective for children of all ages, not just those in early years.
In English, I support reading, writing and spelling through short, manageable tasks, phonics and spelling games, and texts linked to the child’s interests. Many children can be reluctant to engage in English tasks, so I aim to create a calm, supportive learning environment that helps build confidence and encourages steady progress.
Whiteboards are used regularly as they offer a low-pressure way for children to practise skills and try out ideas.
Support for Children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)
I have extensive experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN), including those with autism, ADHD, dyslexia and education-related anxiety. My sessions are calm, structured and responsive to each child’s learning needs, with a strong focus on building confidence and creating a positive learning environment.
As a class teacher, I regularly wrote and reviewed My Plan targets and was actively involved in implementing and reviewing Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). I’ve attended training on a range of SEN-specific approaches and use many of these naturally in my tutoring, such as visual supports, step-by-step teaching, reduced-pressure tasks and movement breaks.
I also have knowledge of British Sign Language (BSL) and have used signs to support communication, particularly with learners who are non-verbal or have limited speech. I find that even basic signing can enhance understanding and help build positive relationships in sessions.
Whether your child has a diagnosis, is awaiting assessment or simply needs a more individualised pace, I tailor each session to support steady progress in a way that feels manageable and encouraging.
Support for Children Learning English (EAL)
Supporting children who are new to English or learning English as an Additional Language (EAL) has been a key part of my teaching journey. Before qualifying as a teacher, I trained as an Ethnic Minority Teaching Assistant (EMTA), where I learned how to teach children with no English to read using phonics and to build vocabulary through the use of pictures, games and books.
I spent nine years teaching in a diverse school community where over 40 languages were spoken. Many children arrived with little or no English, and I gained a deep understanding of how to support them in accessing the curriculum while developing language skills at the same time.
In tuition, I use the same proven techniques to help EAL learners grow in confidence with English. I focus on:
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Vocabulary development in context
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Reading and comprehension using visual prompts and structured questioning
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Speaking and listening through games, discussion and role play
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Writing support through sentence structure, modelled examples and guided tasks
Sessions are carefully adapted to meet each learner’s current level of English and are paced to allow steady, supported progress. Whether your child is completely new to English or working towards greater fluency, I provide friendly, practical tuition to help them succeed.
I also offer online tuition for children living abroad or those who are new to the UK and would benefit from focused support in building their English skills in preparation for school or daily life.
11+ Preparation
I have extensive knowledge of the 11+ exams and what is needed to prepare children effectively, particularly for GL-style assessments. I support children in developing the core skills required for success in verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning, English and maths, using tried-and-tested strategies and well-chosen resources.
It doesn’t matter what stage your child is at in their 11+ journey — I work with children from Year 4 onwards, providing early exposure as well as more structured preparation in Year 5. My sessions are carefully tailored to your child’s pace, focusing on building skills, confidence and exam technique.
Whether your child is just getting started or working towards their final preparation, I offer supportive, structured tuition to help them feel calm, confident and ready.
I offer personalised, one-to-one tuition—either online or in person—designed around your child’s needs and your family’s schedule. You don’t need to begin in Year 4 to benefit from support; I welcome enquiries at any time during Year 4 or Year 5. I can cover all areas of the 11+ or focus on a particular aspect—such as verbal reasoning or exam practice—depending on what your child needs most. I also provide follow-up tasks after each session so your child can keep practising between lessons.
Year 4: Building Strong Foundations
In Year 4, I focus on building a strong foundation in core English and maths skills. This includes developing reading fluency and comprehension, spelling, grammar, and arithmetic, while also laying the groundwork for verbal and non-verbal reasoning through fun, low-pressure activities that build confidence and familiarity.
Year 5: Focused 11+ Preparation
In Year 5, I build on this foundation by deepening your child’s knowledge and applying it to 11+ style questions. We look closely at reading comprehension, spelling, punctuation, and grammar, with a focus on answering questions accurately and efficiently. I teach a wide range of verbal and non-verbal reasoning question types, helping your child develop clear strategies for each one. As the year goes on, we tackle more challenging areas such as advanced vocabulary, multi-step problem solving, data handling, and algebra.
Throughout, I tailor each session to your child’s needs and learning style, using interactive and purposeful activities to keep them motivated and on track.
Tips for 11+ Success
📚 Read Widely and Often: This helps build vocabulary, comprehension, and general knowledge.
➗ Master Core Maths Skills: Strong number fluency supports quicker, more confident problem-solving.
🧠 Practise Reasoning Little by Little: Introduce verbal and non-verbal reasoning gradually to build confidence.
🕒 Keep Practice Short and Regular: 20–30 minutes a few times a week can make a big difference.
💬 Talk About Words: Exploring new vocabulary together supports verbal reasoning and comprehension.
I also run small online group sessions during the school holidays, focusing on specific 11+ topics and common challenges. These are a great way to boost skills in a focused and supportive environment. I update this website regularly with my offerings.
Functional Skills
I offer Functional Skills tuition in English and maths for learners working from Entry Level through to Level 2. I have experience working with young people with autism, ADHD, and those experiencing education-related anxiety or with other special educational needs.
My approach is calm, encouraging and flexible, with lessons tailored to meet each learner’s needs. Whether the aim is to gain a qualification for college, employment or everyday life, I support learners in building practical skills and growing in confidence at a pace that suits them.
Please note that I do not book or administer exams, but I am happy to help you find a suitable exam centre and understand how to register when the time is right.
Sessions are available online or in person.
What I offer
Tutoring Options
I offer tuition in English and maths for children aged 4–14, including support for SATs and GL-style 11+ preparation. I also work with older learners preparing for Functional Skills qualifications.
For home-educated children, I can offer a broader curriculum, including science and topic-based learning. Sessions are often led by the child’s interests, allowing us to explore a wide range of primary subjects in an engaging and meaningful way.
In-Person Tuition
One-to-one sessions delivered at your home or at an agreed public location.
Available in Gloucester and the surrounding areas. All resources are provided and sessions are tailored to your child's individual needs in a calm, familiar environment.
Tailored One-to-One Tuition
I offer personalised 1:1 tuition, available online or in person, to support a wide range of learners and goals, including:
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Children attending school who need extra support or challenge
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Home-educated children
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Children living abroad or those with English as an Additional Language (EAL)
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Learners preparing for 11+ exams (GL style)
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Older students working towards Functional Skills qualifications in English and maths
Online sessions:
One-to-one sessions delivered via Pencil Spaces - a secure, interactive platform designed for online learning. Sessions include a range of engaging, digital resources and tools to support learning, with the flexibility to access tuition from anywhere.
Exam Preparation
SATs exams
Year 1 Phonics Screening Test
Year 4 Multiplication Check
11+ GL assessments
Functional Skills
Holiday Tuition
My summer holiday groups have now finished. Check back before October half-term for details of upcoming sessions.
During the summer holidays, I offer flexible one-to-one tuition, available either in person (Gloucester area) or online. These sessions can be used to maintain learning over the break, boost confidence in key areas, or provide targeted support ahead of the new school year.
For children preparing for the 11+ exam in September, I offer both individual tuition and small group sessions focusing on exam content and technique.
Group sessions available this include:
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Maths Club - General maths skills through games, problem-solving and practical activities
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Times Tables Club - Focused sessions to develop fluency and recall of multiplication facts
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Book Club - A reading group exploring The Wild Robot with the activities and discussion to build comprehension and vocabulary
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11+ Masterclasses - Targeted sessions in verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning, and maths
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11+ Exam Preparation Courses - A structured series of sessions covering key area and question types to help children feel confident ahead of the exam.
Book a Session
No obligation — just a quick chat to see if my sessions are right for your child.
Request a Complimentary Call
To reserve a slot, please contact me for enrolment and policies. A two-session paid trial is available so your child can try sessions before committing.
Tuition Slots Available (Online or In-Person, Gloucester)
I have daytime and evening sessions available. Please get in contact for more information.
Emma is a fantastic tutor. Both knowledgeable and friendly, she knows how to get the best out of each child. My daughter has really thrived academically under Emma's continued guidance and she really looks forward to her lessons. Tuition is approached in a fun way whilst also tackling the curriculum in a way that builds confidence. Thank you Emma! :)
Annabelle
