SEN Tutoring & Support

Specialist one-to-one support that builds confidence and steady progress.

As a parent of a child with special educational needs, you want more than just academic help - you want support that recognises and respects their unique way oflearning. You’ve seen how a one-size-fits-all approach can leave your child feeling overlooked or discouraged.

You need patient, specialist guidance from qualified teachers who understand SEN, adapt lessons to individual needs, and create a safe, supportive environment where your child can make progress with confidence.

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SEN Tutoring & Support

As a parent of a child with special educational needs, you want more than justacademic help — you want support that recognises and respects their unique way oflearning. You’ve seen how a one-size-fits-all approach can leave your child feelingoverlooked or discouraged.

You need patient, specialist guidance from qualified teachers who understandSEN, adapt lessons to individual needs, and create a safe, supportive environmentwhere your child can make progress with confidence.

Specialist, patient, steady.

As a parent of a child with special educational needs, you want more than just academic help - you want support that recognises and respects their unique way oflearning. You’ve seen how a one-size-fits-all approach can leave your child feeling overlooked or discouraged.

You need patient, specialist guidance from qualified teachers who understand SEN, adapt lessons to individual needs, and create a safe, supportive environment where your child can make progress with confidence.

What's Included

  • Fully managed tutor matching and onboarding
  • Personalised first taster session and tailored lesson plan
  • Delivered by SEN-trained tutors (dyslexia, ADHD, autism, SEMH, etc.)
  • Patient, adaptable teaching for steady progress
  • Tutor Match Guarantee if fit isn’t right
  • Flexible scheduling to suit family needs
  • Interactive online classroom with collaboration tools
  • Easy resource sharing (materials, homework, past papers)
  • Recorded lessons for review and reassurance
  • Regular updates and progress visibility for parents
  • Safeguarding-first secure platform

What this means for you and your child

For you:
  • Confidence your child is guided by trained SEN specialists
  • Reassurance that support is personalised from the very first session
  • Peace of mind with safeguarding, DBS checks, and secure online delivery
  • Clear visibility of progress through feedback and lesson notes
  • Relief from the stress of navigating SEN challenges alone
For your child:
  • Patient, personalised lessons that adapt to their pace and needs
  • Confidence building in a safe, supportive environment
  • Practical strategies that build resilience in school and beyond
  • Trust in a tutor who understands dyslexia, ADHD, autism, SEMH, and more
  • Engagement through interactive tools and access to resources and recordedlessons

How it works in 3 simple steps

Book a free taster session

Start with a personalised taster session, scheduled within 48 hours of speakingwith us. This first lesson helps ensure the right tutor-student fit, understand yourchild’s learning preferences, and set clear goals.
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Confirm your plan

After the trial, you’ll have a short follow-up call with one of our educationalconsultants. Together, we’ll agree the right number of lessons per week and thetimeframe that works best. For real, lasting progress we recommend consistency— ideally over at least half a term, and often for the school year.
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Flexible, simple payment

Choose from flexible packages that reduce the cost per lesson as you bookmore. Once confirmed, you’ll have instant access to our Online Classroom —where lessons, resources, homework, and progress tracking are all in one place.
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What parents and students say

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Rida - GCSE student

My tuition sessions have been amazing, your tutors are so lovely and they helped me learn so much in the span of two hours that I’ve been struggling to learn for weeks now

Emily - Parent of GCSE student

Our daughter's confidence in Maths and English has increased significantly over the past 3 months. She was out of school for 5 years as couldn't cope but with the help of LessonWise she is enjoying learning again.

Rocki - Year 13 student

I’m going to the University of Nottingham to study medicine! Thank you for all your support. Your tutors have been amazing and I couldn’t have done it without them!

Amanda - Parent

My daughter has had A Level Psychology tuition with LessonWise. She has had wonderful support, tuition & interaction with her Psychology tutor, Nazia. She has achieved fantastic results & secured her place at university to study a Psychology degree course. Would highly recommend LessonWise, fabulous & invaluable tutoring!

Zeina - IB student

Thank you so much! The tuition sessions certainly paid off. I was very happy with my IB results and managed to achieve my offer from UAL and Architectural Association!

Reena - Parent of GSCE student

[My son's] Biology and Chemistry went from a predicted 4 to 9 thanks to your tutors. He hasn't stopped bragging about it!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Below are some of the questions we are often asked. If your question isn't listed, feel free to get in touch!

Who it’s for?

Parents of children with special educational needs (dyslexia, ADHD, autism, SEMH, etc.) looking for personalised support, confidence building, and steady academic progress.

Who are the SEN tutors?

Specialist tutors trained to support diverse SEN needs. All are DBS-checked, safeguarding-trained, and experienced in patient, adaptable teaching.

How do you tailor lessons for SEN?

We start with a personalised taster session and create flexible plans based on your child’s pace and learning style. Lessons prioritise confidence and steady progress over one-size-fits-all approaches.

How much does a tutor cost?

The cost of a tutor at LessonWise varies depending on the tutor's qualifications and experience. We offer different tiers of tutoring to meet various needs and budgets:

  • Undergraduate Tutors: £30-£40 per hour. Currently studying their subject at university with at least 2 years of tutoring experience.
  • Professional Tutors: £40-£55 per hour. Graduates who are subject experts with at least 5 years of private tutoring experience.
  • Qualified Teachers: £55-£70 per hour. Qualified teachers with a PGCE or QTS and several years of classroom and online tutoring experience.

Prices shown are the total cost paid by families. Tutors receive a standardised hourly rate that includes LessonWise’s service fee — covering student/tutor matching, safeguarding, access to our online classroom, and progress tracking tools.

How do I know my child is making progress?

You’ll receive regular feedback, plus access to lesson recordings and notes. Progress is tracked and adapted as needed.

Is online SEN tutoring effective?

Yes. Our platform supports engagement with annotations, interactive tools, andresource sharing. Many children feel safer and more confident learning from home.

What if my child struggles with the tutor?

Our Tutor Match Guarantee means we’ll replace them quickly if the fit isn’t right.

What results can we expect?

Progress may vary, but most children gain confidence, resilience, and steady improvement with the right support. Parents often report reduced stress and more positive learning experiences at home.

How flexible is scheduling?

Lessons are arranged around your family’s needs, with flexibility for breaks orrescheduling where required.