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English Tuition

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Building Literacy, Confidence, and Creativity

At Marley Perkins, we know that strong literacy skills open doors in every part of life. With communication playing a bigger role than ever, it’s vital that children develop confidence in reading, writing, and expression.

Our structured, sequential programmes help students progress step by step, filling in gaps while extending their strengths.

All tuition is led by qualified teachers, and children learn in either small ability-matched groups or one-to-one sessions – whichever suits them best.

Core English Skills

Our students develop both foundational and advanced skills, including:

  • Reading comprehension and recall
  • Creative, informative and persuasive writing
  • Spelling, grammar, and punctuation
  • Word structure and vocabulary
  • Research and communication skills

Early Learners (Years 0–2)

For younger children, the focus is on building a strong start in literacy:

  • Phonics and early reading strategies
  • Creative, informative and persuasive writing
  • Sight words and vocabulary growth
  • Understanding sentence structure
  • Developing confidence in written expression

Support To Catch Up

Falling behind in literacy can affect every subject at school. Our step-by-step programmes revisit tricky concepts until they become secure, giving students the confidence to read, understand, and communicate clearly.

Boosting Confidence and Skills

Many of our students are “doing fine” at school but don’t feel confident in literacy. We help them strengthen understanding, polish writing skills, and build clear expression. With each success, confidence grows – and so does enjoyment of learning.

Extending Ability and Fostering Talents

For students who already love reading and writing, tuition provides opportunities to explore more advanced skills. From persuasive techniques to creative projects, we encourage students to develop their strengths, preparing them for higher-level study and future opportunities.

Student proudly showing his writing.

Why Parents Choose Us

We combine expertise and flexibility to help learners thrive.

  • Qualified teachers – experienced in guiding students through every stage of literacy.
  • Ability-matched groups – ensuring your child starts at the right level to grow with confidence.
  • Individual tuition – available for students who want a tailored programme or extra schoolwork support.

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