Developing the Core Fundamentals
From early speech and phonics to advanced primary problem-solving, our structured sessions target the core building blocks of your child’s primary education.
English Foundations
Helping young learners communicate with clarity, write with confidence, and develop a genuine love for reading.
Early Reading & Phonics: Mastering sounds to build confident, independent readers.
Handwriting & Spelling: Developing clear letter formation and a strong vocabulary.
Literacy, Talking & Listening: Enhancing speech, communication, and verbal confidence.
Analytical Thinking: Encouraging children to question, understand, and interpret text deeply.
Maths Skills
Transforming numbers from a source of frustration into a toolkit for real-world problem-solving.
Core Numeracy Skills: Building speed and confidence with basic arithmetic, times tables, and number facts
Fractions, Decimals & Percentages: Simplifying complex topics through clear, visual steps.
Time, Data & Analysis: Learning to read clocks, understand charts, and interpret information.
Estimation, Rounding & Reasoning: Developing the logical thinking skills needed for to tackle everyday word problems and Year 6 SATs.
Building Confidence and Understanding:
Ideal for students who feel lost in large classrooms and need focused, encouraging guidance outside of school to rebuild their self-esteem and master core skills.
Supporting Neurodivergent and SEND Students:
As a former specialist SEND teacher, I am highly experienced in breaking down learning barriers, providing expert, patient support for children with diverse learning needs.
How I Support Different Learners
While my tutoring welcomes any student looking to excel in high school, my background allows me to provide specialized support for a wide range of learning needs
Stretching Gifted and Talented Learners:
Designed for high-achieving pupils who are cruising through the school curriculum and require an extra intellectual challenge to unlock their true academic potential.
Targeted Year 6 SATs Preparation:
Ideal for students who feel lost in large classrooms and need focused, encouraging guidance outside of school to rebuild their self-esteem and master core skills.
Structured support to suit your child’s needs.
JD Private Tuition provides face-to-face after-school tutoring for families across East Lancashire, North Bolton, Bury, and Rossendale, as well as interactive online sessions for students further afield.
How It Works
JD Private Tuition offers a seamless, stress-free process designed to fit effortlessly into your family's routine.
We begin with a friendly, informal consultation to discuss your child’s school experiences, your current concerns, and what you hope to achieve.
I conduct a gentle, stress-free assessment to pinpoint your child's exact strengths and learning gaps, allowing us to build a tailored roadmap together.
Learning fits around your life. You can opt for consistent weekly sessions to build steady momentum, or adjust the frequency based on your child’s evolving needs.
You will never be left guessing. I provide regular, transparent updates on your child's progress, next steps, and practical tips for light support at home.
As your child grows, their tuition adapts. We can seamlessly shift subject focus, pause sessions, or reset milestones as they conquer their goals.
Invest in Their Success
Transparent, straightforward rates with no hidden fees or long-term contracts.
All face-to-face sessions: are delivered in the comfort and familiarity of your own home - saving you travel time and ensuring your child learns in a relaxed, stress-free environment. Pay as you go or block-book monthly to secure your child’s weekly slot.
Weekly Face-to-Face Sessions - £35ph
Weekly Online Sessions - £30ph
EYFS to Year 6 - including Year 6 SATs preparation.
What's included: Meticulously tailored plans, custom learning resources, continuous milestone tracking, feedback, and actionable home-support tips after every session.
Small Group Tuition - £30ph
For a group of 2-6 students - ideal for siblings or friends.
What's included: Face-to-face or online interactive, curriculum-aligned tutoring in small peer groups that encourage collaboration, build confidence, and keep students motivated as a team.
