Brighton Tutoring Across Brighton and Hove

Our DBS-Checked Brighton Tutoring has an 11-year reputation for matching children with outstanding local tutors built on trust, care, and student success. Our online and face-to-face tutoring for primary, secondary, and university students covers Brighton, Hove, Woodingdean, Moulsecoomb and East Sussex.
Headway Tutors offer the Best Tutoring in Brighton and Hove.

Online Tutoring and In-Home Tutoring all across Brighton

Founded in 2014, Headway Tutors provides tailored online tutoring, face-to-face tuition, and small group workshops across Brighton and Hove. All tutors are qualified, DBS‑checked, and matched by level, Key Stage, and learning needs. We also offer affordable collaborative group revision sessions for 11+, GCSE, A‑Level, and SATs.

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Our Brighton and Hove Office

Our DBS-Approved Brighton‑based team is here to help. View our address below, or get in touch for a free consultation. Our local presence helps us understand Brighton schools, exam boards, and parent expectations.

Why Choose Headway Tutors?

Our tutoring is among the very best in the Brighton and Hove area, offering parents peace of mind, proven results, and a caring approach. Here’s why families choose us:

  • Ofsted-aligned and fully safeguarded tutoring, with DBS-checked, vetted tutors.
  • 500+ 5-star reviews from Brighton and Hove students and their parents.
  • 400+ tutors supporting hundreds of local families in the Brighton and Hove area.
  • Member of The Tutors’ Association.
  • Founded by teachers in 2014, our private tuition is rooted in excellence: dedication, reliability, empathy, collaboration, and student‑centred progress.
  • We support SATs to university level, including SEN support for dyslexia and ASC learners.
  • Our teaching aligns with the UK’s major exam boards – AQA, Edexcel, OCR, WJEC, and Eduqas, for GCSE and A‑Level.

 

Parents trust our high‑quality personalised service, responsive matching, and flexible tuition.

Our Brighton-Based Tutoring Services

Our DBS-Checked, Brighton-based tutoring services cover:

  • Primary & SATs: Key Stage 1 & 2 tuition, SATs prep, phonics, reading, comprehension.
  • 11+ Entrance Exams: tailored exam prep for Brighton area grammar schools.
  • GCSE & A‑Levels: including all subjects (English, Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, History, Languages, Economics). Exam board focus: OCR, Edexcel, WJEC, Eduqas.
  • University‑Level Tuition & Application Support: academic coaching, Oxbridge prep, personal statement help.
  • SEN & Neurodiverse Learners: personalised support for dyslexia, ASC, ADHD, dyspraxia.

Choose one of our services below, or contact us to find out more.

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Tutors in Brighton with Headway Tutors

One‑to‑One Brighton Tutoring for Every Academic Level

Discover tailored, private one‑to‑one tutoring in Brighton and Hove for every key stage: primary, GCSE, A‑Level and even university entry. Whether your child needs a confidence boost in maths, tailored support in English exam technique, or guidance through personal statement writing, our expert tutors are chosen not just for qualifications, but for their empathy, experience, and alignment with your child’s style.

We match students with tutors who understand Brighton schools, local exam expectations, and individual learning needs. Together, they build a bespoke learning path that helps your child thrive.

Tutors in Moulsecoomb, Brighton with Headway Tutors

One‑to‑One Private Tuition: Online & In‑Home Across Brighton & Hove

We deliver classroom-quality tuition wherever suits you best: face‑to‑face at home or online, across Brighton, Hove, Woodingdean, Moulsecoomb, Kemptown and more.

Sessions are tailored to your family’s schedule and delivered by tutors based locally or via our online platform, which brings specialist support for all subjects and levels. Whether you’re in Southwick, Portslade or Seven Dials, our flexible tuition means no compromise on quality or convenience.

Brighton Tutoring with Headway Tutors in Hove, Woodingdean and Moulsecoomb

Professional Brighton Tutoring for Maths, English, Science and More

At Headway Tutors Brighton, we provide expert tuition in all core and non-core subjects: English, Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, History, Economics, Spanish and French. Tutors are selected for both subject-specialism and outstanding instructional track record.

They help students deepen subject knowledge, build critical-thinking, and master exam technique across primary, 11+, GCSE, and A‑Level stages. Sessions focus on progression, confidence, independence and long-term achievement. Our subjects are taught by specialist, DBS-Checked tutors and aim to help students in ways that will accompany their strengths.

Tutors in Hove, Brighton with Headway Tutors

Personalised Brighton Tutoring for SEN and Neurodiverse Learners

Every child is unique, and our Brighton SEN tutoring reflects that. We support learners with ADHD, dyslexia, ASC and other learning differences, with caring, tailored one‑to‑one sessions.

Each tutor is skilled in developing inclusive, supportive learning pathways so that all children can access the full curriculum, build self-esteem and integrate successfully into school and community life.

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Benefits of Brighton‑Based Tutoring

Brighton‑based tutoring gives your child more than generic curriculum support: it’s local, bespoke, and exam-board aware. Our tutors deeply understand Brighton schools’ syllabuses, the expectations of local parents and exam board nuances for AQA, Edexcel, OCR, WJEC/Eduqas.

We focus on boosting confidence, closing learning gaps, advancing faster than classroom pace, and ensuring students feel supported emotionally and academically in our city’s educational context.

Some of the benefits of tutoring include the confidence gained by students, the impact and improvement within their learning and the access of productive help in their subjects. We hope that with these benefits of private online or in-home tutoring, your child will feel more confident within classrooms and examinations. This will not only better their learning, but give them the skills to learn alongside their strengths in the future.

Tutors in Brighton with Headway Tutors

Exam‑Board Focused Tutoring: AQA, Edexcel, OCR & WJEC/Eduqas

We offer specialist exam-prep tuition tailored to the UK’s leading awarding bodies: AQA, Edexcel (Pearson), OCR, and WJEC/Eduqas. Our tutors are experts in exam specifications, timing, mark schemes and past‑paper styles across all these boards.

Whether preparing for GCSE or A‑Level, your child receives exam-specific strategies, targeted practice, and personalised coaching to maximise results. This multi-board approach means we can support students from any Brighton school, regardless of their board choices.

Brighton Tutoring for children

Fill the Educational Gaps Left in Brighton Classrooms

Brighton schools are excellent, but teachers don’t always have time for deep focus on every individual’s needs. With classes of twenty or more, students may struggle to ask questions, revisit tougher topics, or move at their ideal pace. One‑to‑one tutoring fills that gap. Our Brighton tutors work individually with students to address misunderstandings, build mastery and boost confidence — all in a supportive, familiar setting.

Our Brighton tutors offer individualised support for Edexcel exams, including mark schemes, timing, and exam technique. Students practice past papers, gain confidence, and learn more about subject topics in maths and science and the like, all as guided by high-quality tutors dedicated to Edexcel standards. We work in helping students prepare for Edexcel exams by helping them through Edexcel past papers and recognising new problems with the same structure.

Tutors in Woodingdean, Brighton with Headway Tutors

AQA Brighton Tutoring for Focused Exam Preparation

AQA exam tuition in Brighton helps students to respond to analytical questions, improve structure, and get used to tricky mark schemes. Our tutors tailor every session to cover weak spots and build exam confidence. Some of the subjects our Brighton tutors will cover are maths, English, history, and science.

Headway Tutors specialises in AQA GCSE and A Level preparation, wanting to unlock your child’s potential in all areas before examinations take place. We are proud to deliver quick and efficient results for Brighton students undertaking AQA past papers. 

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Brighton Tutoring FAQs

Questions about our Brighton tutoring? We’re here to help.

Are Headway Tutors DBS-Checked?

All of the tutors at Headway Tutors are DBS-Checked and vetted.

What areas does Headway Tutors in Brighton cover?

Headway Tutors Brighton offers in‑person and online tutoring in and around Brighton & Hove, including nearby towns such as Hove, Portslade, Lewes, and the surrounding East Sussex region.

Which subjects and exam levels do you support?

We cover a wide range:

Primary (Key Stage 1 & 2)

Secondary (KS3 and GCSE)

Sixth Form / A‑Level

University‑level, specialist entrance exams (e.g. 11⁺, Oxbridge, medical will‐be discussed)

Popular subjects include Maths, English, Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics), Modern Foreign Languages, and Economics.

How are tutors selected and matched to students?

Our team conducts interviews, checks qualifications and DBS status. We match students and tutors based on subject expertise, academic level, learning style, location, and personality fit. First sessions typically begin with an assessment to tailor a learning plan.

Are lessons in‑person or online?

We offer both. In‑person sessions in and near Brighton; online tutoring across the UK. You may choose either based on convenience and your student’s learning preference.

What levels of tutor qualification do you offer?

Tutors range from currently‑enrolled undergraduates (particularly for GCSE or A‑level subjects) to qualified teachers and postgraduates, some with PGCE/QTS or advanced degrees.

How much should a tutor charge per hour in the UK?

Tutor rates vary by location, subject, level and experience:

In Brighton, the average in 2025 is around £29/hour.

Nationwide averages for private tutors:

Primary (Key Stage 1 & 2): ~£25–£35

KS3 / Secondary: ~£30–£40

GCSE: ~£35–£50

A‑Level: ~£40–£60 (up to £70+ for specialist or high‑level subjects).

Highly experienced or niche subject tutors (e.g. Oxbridge entrance, medicine, advanced maths) may charge £60–£100+ per hour, especially in London or for private clients.

How much does tutoring pay in the UK?

From a tutor’s perspective (what they earn after agency commission or platform fees):

Tutors employed via agencies or platforms may earn as little as £13/hour (while parents are charged up to £27 or more), especially on online-only apps.

Independent tutors:

University students tutoring GCSE subjects typically earn £20–£30/hour.

Tutors with teaching experience or postgraduate qualifications often earn £50–£70/hour (especially physics, maths, or economics) .

In high‑demand areas or for high‑profile clients, tutors may charge and earn £70–£150/hour or more.

How do Headway Tutors’ rates compare?

Our rates reflect a blend of Brighton market averages and tutor expertise:

Primary: ~£25–£35/h

KS3 / GCSE: ~£30–£45/h

A‑Level & specialist subjects: ~£40–£60/h

More advanced or niche tutoring (e.g. Oxbridge mentoring) may cost more but is transparent and based on tutor credentials.

Do you offer discounts or package deals?

Yes. We provide reduced hourly rates for block bookings (e.g. 10 or more lessons), and family discounts if you book multiple children or subjects. We also price group tutoring sessions more affordably per student.

How do I get started?

Contact us via the website or phone to discuss your needs.

We’ll suggest a shortlist of tutors and arrange a free initial consultation session.

After you choose a tutor, regular sessions begin, and we monitor progress, adjusting as needed.

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