Best Private Tutors in Blackwater, Hampshire (2025)

Rating: 5 / 5

My wife and I engaged Janet's Target Tutoring services for our daughter commencing from January 2020.  The primary aim was to prepare her for entrance exams for 3 independent schools to be taken in January 2021 but also to supplement her ongoing Year 5 education as well. My daughter enjoyed the sessions immensely and these have helped her both develop her academic abilities across the board and grow in confidence as a result.  Janet works very well in creating a team environment in her tutoring, as my daughter felt supported throughout her sessions.  We also found Janet to be excellent at communicating throughout the disruption wrought by the pandemic, keeping us updated and also working with children, when she was able to, to the safest possible environment.  Outside of these periods of disruption, Janet was adept at concentrating on key areas given sessions were lost to lockdown and also having a regular dialogue (being very responsive on email) as to the aims and objectives of sessions. My daughter found the expert guidance on entrance exam preparation to be especially valuable, particularly with regards to number codes and English comprehension, which feature very strongly in most entrance exams and can often prove challenging to children   My daughter's ability to solve number code puzzles logically and quickly is truly impressive. In terms of Janet's tutoring, the proof is in the pudding, as they say: my daughter received offers from all 3 schools and commences her secondary education at her first choice school in September 2021.  As you would expect, my family cannot recommend Janet highly enough.

Rating: 5 / 5

My daughters have had tutoring since 2018 from Target Tutoring where they have progressed over the years with excellent tutoring and guidance from Janet. Term by term, I have seen my daughters achieve great results from Janet's teaching methods and also her attention to detail has played an important role in their progression. This is evident from Janet providing detailed scheduled reports that have always been clear and spot on. Clearly, Janet has been able to identify my childrens' weaknesses and has been able to tackle these issues inline with the schools' curriculum. Also, from the feedback from my daughters, I have seen them being more and more open to Janet's structured teaching techniques over the years, earning the trust of my daughters that has seen an incredible improvement in their attitude, both having the confidence to be able to speak out and enjoy their previous Junior School group discussions. Finally seeing my daughter perform exceptionally well in passing her 11+ examination, was a great effort achievement that I have no doubt Janet must take some credit for. Eventually, they progressed into High School where Janet has provided support to allow them to settle comfortably in their first term. It has been an exceptional journey watching my daughter's progress so much under the influence of Janet's Target Tutoring. Many Thanks!

Rating: 5 / 5

Janet has helped support both our children, who are very different in terms of personality and need. She took special care to identify their own specific requirements and remained open and flexible as things progressed. She is a warm and experienced person who has gone above and beyond, even after we stopped using her services, in supporting not only the children, but us as parents. She understands what kind of ‘learner’ your child is and endeavours to work with them to gain the best outcome for them. We really value Janet’s objective, understanding guidance through the sometimes demanding transition from primary to secondary school, and always feel that if we ever needed another opinion we could ask for her input. We highly recommend Target Tutoring.

Rating: 5 / 5

Janet tutored both of our sons for entrance exam preparation. We didn't hesitate to go back to Janet with our second son as the first had such a great experience. They are both very different learners and personalities - Janet was able to quickly identify their needs and motivate them in the 1:1 sessions- their progress and confidence boost was amazing. Sending them to Janet, an expert tutor, definitely made all the difference.

Rating: 5 / 5

My younger sister Anaya achieved high scores for Bucks, Slough Consortium and Reading kendrick exams this month through TIR year 5 tuition. She was always happy to accomplish the homework and told me how much she adored her teacher Paula from Maidenhead centre. In her own words- the learning journey was quite enjoyable. I also went o TIR in 2020 and passed with high scores for Bucks and Slough Consortium. Here is my late thank you to TIR for the tuition and all around care they provide during the learning journey.

Rating: 5 / 5

As a parent I was extremely happy the way my son was offered the coaching for the grammar school exam preparation. It not only helped him excel for the exam but in general enhanced his overall skills. I am so impressed with the creative writing skills he has developed that I am always eager read his next writeup. Dr. Pramod Pawar

Rating: 5 / 5

My daughter started the 11 plus course in year 4. It is the best choice I ever made. I was worried about doing a class lesson rather than 1 to 1 tutoring but the class sizes are small and they learn so much from each other. The staff are SO helpful and I have emailed Chris numerous times regarding explanations to questions and he always replies so promptly. All the parent workshops have been great too to help us learn how to support our children with their learning. The support is fantastic and Louise and Chris genuinely care about each and every child's success. Thank you so much

Rating: 5 / 5

My second daughter is currently at Teach It Right and I didn't hesitate to send her after my first daughter went several years ago. I think Teach It Right pitches their teaching just right, they try to make it fun and engaging for pupils. They are also very supportive to parents and are always on hand to help answer any questions. They have everything covered from monthly updates to pupil reviews and end of topic tests to name but a few!

Rating: 5 / 5

Ann and the team do a fantastic job at Kumon Sandhurst (Yateley). Highly recommended for Maths and English. My son loves attending every week.

Rating: 5 / 5

I have two children at Kumon. They started 2 years ago when they were 9 & 7 years old. Kumon has given them confidence that they had not previously had. They are now both excelling in maths at school and this is a result of their daily commitment to their learning. I have found our Kumon centre in Sandhurst very helpful and flexible with regards to class times and workloads. My 11 year old will be transition to secondary school soon and Ann has been very supportive and has a great understanding of what the children are going through and has tailored the work to suit us.

Rating: 5 / 5

Kumon gave my son confidence in Maths. Strong support from whole team and constant repetition is the key to success. We just recently started English Kumon and my son loves it! If you looking for something, that can help your child with education in a long-term, this is it. I'm saying in long-term, as you cannot expect miracle happening overnight. I can only recommend Kumon and Ann with her team.

Rating: 5 / 5

My daughter has been doing maths at Kumon for a few months now and honestly the difference in her and the confidence it has given her in such a short space of time is amazing! It hasn’t gone unnoticed at school either, especially ahead of her SATs. Her teacher is so impressed with how much she has improved, and even received an award today for it :) Ann is great, and is only ever a phone call/txt away if ever we have a problem or need help with anything! Can not recommend Kumon enough.

Rating: 5 / 5

My daughter struggled with GCSE Science and got U in her mock exam I would like to say a big Thank you to Lina for her support and help. Today my daughter recieved her final GCSE Science exam result and she achieved grade 5. Big improvement and it would not be possible without Lina. Thank you for providing excellent service. Highly recommended

Rating: 5 / 5

Having decided we would like the help of a tutor for our daughter for her GCSEs we were a little lost, but thankfully found Tahir! He is a lovely, calm and patient tutor who on a 1 to 1 basis was excellent our daughter. Without him she would have never gone from a grade 3 to a grade 6, we would highly recommend him to anybody in need of a maths or science tutor! Mr and Mrs Stone

Rating: 5 / 5

Exceptional tutoring service. I am so happy with the help my brother was given, his grades have already spiked and he looks forward to his lessons. Could not be happier. I highly recommend UTG. Many thanks for sorting it out and looking after him Tahir.

Rating: 5 / 5

James helped with maths to my sister nice and clear so she could understand. Tremendous help with short notice and wajeeha was very friendly which made it very easy to arrange the sessions.

Rating: 5 / 5

Can’t thank Sumit and Aarzoo enough for the help and support they gave my son in preparation for his GCSEs last year, which undoubtedly helped him achieve a whole two grades above his expected grade in his final exams for Maths. Aarzoo helped him to understand the more tricky areas in a relatable way he could understand and therefore gave him the confidence when sitting his exams. Great communication, flexible and professional but in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Genuinely had my sons best interests at heart and would highly recommend.

Rating: 5 / 5

Aarzoo is an excellent Maths tutor, and has tutored all three of my children. She has given them the confidence and skills needed to improve their understanding of Maths, thus allowing them to achieve higher GCSE results. She is patient and understanding of each child’s needs and instructs them accordingly. I highly recommend getting in touch with Aarzoo for your child’s Maths tutoring.

Rating: 5 / 5

Sumit has been tutoring our daughter for her economics a-level. We have seen a huge improvement in her confidence and ability around the topic. She really enjoys her sessions with Sumit who engages with her really well and challenges her appropriately to make sure she is progressing well.

Rating: 5 / 5

Arzoo is an amazing Maths tutor, she helps boost confidence and understanding. I highly recommend her!

Rating: 5 / 5

After a few people recommended us to Kumon we thought we would give it a try. Since our first visit we was impressed. Now 2 months in and one of our children has done better than his own school. Well worth the trial and only one hour a week and homework each day has helped loads. They are extremely friendly staff and whatever they do is amazing work.

Rating: 5 / 5

Anjana is an excellent tutor. She is very understanding, patient and easy-going. My son does maths and English at the Kumon Frimley centre and I can happily say that he has massively improved in his maths and English. Not only this but he has also gained confidence and independence from Kumon. The tutors are amazing in terms of what they do, they help children of all ages who may need extra support. Kumon has really helped my children grow and develop.

Rating: 5 / 5

At the age of three, we made the choice to enroll our son in Kumon for mathematics classes. Initially, I debated whether he was too young for this endeavor. However, witnessing how Anjana and the staff at Kumon Frimley conduct the sessions and tailor the workbooks to suit his needs, it's evident that our son has substantially benefited. In fact, we were so convinced of the positive impact that we also enrolled him in English classes. As he has started his new journey into ‘big’ school, we feel his progress is clearly visible in his first term at reception class, and most importantly, he finds joy in the learning process. Anjana's approach of making learning enjoyable through rewards and engaging holiday activities has been instrumental in motivating him. We have also recommended Kumon to our Family and Friends. Thank you Anjana & all the Staff.

Rating: 5 / 5

My kids are going in Frimley Kumon for English and Maths sessions. I find it really helpful for my kids. The way of teaching is amazing. My kids improved a lot. As a parent, I struggled a lot with their studies but after sending them to Kumon now i can feel the difference. They benefited very well from Kumon’s way of teaching. I would really like to recommend this centre to those who want their kids to be successful.

Rating: 5 / 5

Cate is an excellent teacher for adults: patient, unpatronising, lively and witty. I have been having Spanish lessons with her for a few months and have made remarkable progress considering I started from scratch. The material she provides and way we are progressing is just right for an adult learner who comes at the learning in fits and bursts. As well as being erudite and a born linguist, Cate has a talent for meeting your needs with understanding and teaching pragmatic day-to-day constructions rather than school-book language. I'd wholeheartedly recommend her if you are an adult wishing to pick up or polish your French or Spanish. We also laugh a lot!

Rating: 5 / 5

I am thrilled to share my positive experience with my son's Spanish teacher, Cate Taylor. Over the past few months, my son has been taking online classes with her, and his performance has consistently improved under her guidance. Cate's patience is commendable. She takes the time to ensure that my son understands each concept before moving forward. This approach instills confidence in my son, allowing him to ask questions and seek clarification without hesitation, and her personalized attention has undoubtedly contributed to his progress and overall enjoyment of the lessons. I highly recommend Cate!

Rating: 5 / 5

My daughter currently has tutoring with Cate for English in preparation for her GCSE examinations. My daughter has really enjoyed these sessions from the start, and looks forward to them! Cate has been reassuring and given my daughter confidence. The sessions are creative and have been very helpful and inspiring, whether in person or on Zoom. I am very grateful to have found Cate and would highly recommend.

Rating: 5 / 5

Cate was very good at assessing where our son was with his French and systematically helped him work on his weaker areas. His confidence in his ability to speak, read and write in French grew beyond what he ever imagined he would achieve, with the final proof being a very respectable GCSE grade. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Cate as a tutor.

Rating: 5 / 5

My daughter started lessons with Kirsty last summer, and she looks forward to them every week. Kirsty has been amazing at filling in the gaps in her knowledge and giving her the confidence boost she really needs. Plus, she makes learning so much fun and creates a pressure-free environment. I'm so glad we found Kirsty—my daughter loves her lessons and doesn't want to stop seeing her!

Rating: 5 / 5

My grandson has been tutored by Kirsty for 5 years. She was an amazing support to him during Covid lockdowns, which was a difficult time. Henry is always happy to see Kirsty, even though it is more 'learning' after school. She has helped enormously with his confidence and concentration, and his reading, particularly comprehension, is greatly improved. Kirsty makes learning fun with lots of educational games. He receives good reports from his school and I am sure this is partly due to 'Teatime Tutoring'. Her feedback is very helpful and she always mentions his next steps.

Rating: 5 / 5

Kirsty is amazing, she has really helped after my child got behind after covid. He loves going to her leasons and has come on leaps and bounds, i highly recommend kirsty.

Rating: 5 / 5

Kirsty is very experienced in tutoring primary school kids. She is familiar with the capabilities required by each age/year group, so that she could identify my son’s strengths and areas for improvement accurately. Then a tailor made tutoring plan is worked out. I can see the growing interests and confidence in my son. Kirsty is highly recommended!

Rating: 5 / 5

Fantastic tutors caring environment cannot recommend enough! My daughters have been attending for some time and both have benefitted so much from their time at Explore. My eldest passed her 11 plus with flying colours gaining an academic scholarship to her chosen school and now attends to boost her confidence in Maths as she’s taking Further Maths at GCSE. Nothing is too much trouble, everyone is caring and understanding.

Rating: 5 / 5

My daughter has been with Explore Learning Camberley since year 3! (Now Year8!) The staff are really helpful, friendly and knowledgable. We attended the Centre in the early years and now we learn through 1-2-1 sessions online. My daughter has achieved high results at school in English and Maths and I believe that this has been achieved by having Explore Learn running alongside her school work. The team at Camberley, Rufus, Annemarie and Ciara are great! And my daughter’s online tutor Yudian! Highly recommend Explore Learning and the Camberley Centre.

Rating: 5 / 5

Our daughter has been attending EL Camberley Centre for the last 8 years (since she was 5 years old). Explore Learning has played a very important role in her learning journey so far, especially during the Covid lockdown. We are very happy with Explore Learning. The different courses/ learning platforms they provide are excellent. The centre managers are always very friendly, flexible and extremely helpful! Our tutors are also very friendly and patient. We are very lucky to have a regular, knowledgeable & reliable tutor in the last few years who has been excellent in helping our daughter to achieve great results in her English and Maths. Our daughter really enjoys her weekly lessons and said she learns more during her lessons with EL than during her normal school. She attended the 11+ course with Explore Learning a few years ago and passed her test with excellent result as well as smashing her SATS tests in Year 6. We would highly recommend Explore Learning Camberley to anyone who is looking for extra tutoring outside school!

Rating: 5 / 5

My daughter has been part for the Explore Family for many years. Starting when she was at Primary School and she is now doing her GCSE's . Her knowledge and confidence has gone through the roof since she started and she loves to come to her sessions. The staff at Explore Camberley are lovely and supportive of both the kids and the parents and I could not recommend this highly enough if you are considering them for your child.

Rating: 5 / 5

We have had a very positive experience with Fleet Tutors and would recommend them. Cath has been tutoring our daughter for the past 5 weeks or so, and we can already see the progress in her confidence and understanding. Many thanks!

Rating: 5 / 5

I have used Fleet several times for tutoring for two of my sons to help with GCSEs. The tutors have been really excellent and I have found the company to be helpful and responsive particularly recently when, last minute, there needed to be a change of tutor and; even this close to exams, they found someone excellent. I would definitely recommend them.

Rating: 5 / 5

We used Fleet tutors some years ago to give my daughter support and confidence. Now we are using them again to help with French and Maths GCSEs. They were able to match us with excellent tutors very quickly, assessing and responding to our needs. Communication is very efficient.

Rating: 5 / 5

Very friendly service. My tutor Randeep was great and went above and beyond to aid me through content revision and past exam questions for A-level Physics. And it resulted in me securing an A*! Highly recommend.