KS1 & KS2 Maths and English Tuition (Ages 5–11)
Supportive, structured online lessons for primary learners across the UK.
Our qualified UK teachers help children build strong foundations in Maths and English, develop confidence, improve their school performance, and learn at a steady and manageable pace.
Building Confidence and Core Skills in the Primary Years
The primary years are essential for long-term academic success. Early reading, writing, spelling, number fluency and reasoning provide the foundation for everything children learn later in school. For many children, this period also shapes their attitude to learning, their confidence in class, and how they behave during lessons.
Skinat Tuition provides calm, engaging online lessons designed specifically for KS1 and KS2 learners. Our aim is to help children feel secure, motivated and capable, whether they are catching up, needing more challenge, or simply benefiting from clearer explanations than they receive in a busy classroom.
Each session is personalised, curriculum-aligned and taught by a qualified UK teacher who understands how young children learn best.
What We Teach in KS1 (Years 1–2)
At KS1, children need consistent practice, reassurance and teaching that builds confidence. Our KS1 sessions focus on developing strong foundations that will support all future learning.
KS1 English
We support early literacy through structured lessons in:
- Phonics and decoding
- Reading fluency
- Basic comprehension skills
- Sentence building
- Handwriting development
- Spelling patterns
- Introduction to grammar and punctuation
Children learn to read with confidence, understand basic texts, and begin forming structured sentences. Lessons are calm, encouraging and paced carefully to suit younger learners.
KS1 Maths
Our Maths support focuses on:
- Number recognition and early place value
- Counting fluently and accurately
- Addition and subtraction strategies
- Introduction to multiplication and division
- Simple word problems
- Shapes, patterns and measurement
We use clear modelling, step-by-step explanations and repeated practice to help children feel secure and confident with number work.
What We Teach in KS2 (Years 3–6)
KS2 is a significant stage, when children begin to work with more complex texts, longer calculations and deeper reasoning questions. Our lessons support children across all areas of the KS2 curriculum.
KS2 English
We help children strengthen:
- Reading comprehension skills
- Inference and deduction
- Vocabulary development
- Spelling rules and exceptions
- Grammar, punctuation and sentence control
- Creative and non-fiction writing
- Planning, editing and improving written work
We show children how to read actively, how to structure writing effectively, and how to use grammar to make their writing clear and confident.
KS2 Maths
Our KS2 Maths programme develops understanding in:
- Place value and larger numbers
- Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
- Fractions, decimals and percentages
- Time, measure, area and perimeter
- Statistics and data handling
- Word problems and multi-step reasoning
- Times tables fluency
We help children strengthen problem-solving and give them the clarity they often miss in class when lessons move quickly.
How Our Lessons Run
Our KS1 and KS2 lessons are designed to be structured, predictable and supportive. Each session includes:
- A short review of previous learning
- A clear introduction to new concepts
- Guided examples with the teacher
- Independent questions at the right level
- Immediate feedback and reassurance
- A summary of what was achieved in the lesson
If parents would like homework, we can provide short, manageable practice tasks that reinforce key ideas without overwhelming the child.
How We Support Children Who Are Struggling
Some children find aspects of Maths or English particularly challenging. Whether a child struggles with reading, handwriting, times tables, word problems or multi-step reasoning, our teachers adapt lessons to meet their ability.
We use the following strategies:
- Step-by-step explanations
- Repetition and consolidation
- Modelling and guided practice
- Reduced pressure through calm pacing
- Visual cues, diagrams and examples
- Breaking tasks into manageable steps
This approach helps children gradually build secure understanding.
Matching School Topics and Classroom Expectations
Every child learns at a different pace, and classroom teaching can sometimes move too quickly for some learners — or too slowly for others.
We ensure our KS1 and KS2 lessons stay aligned with school topics, supporting:
- Current units taught in class
- Areas of difficulty identified by parents or teachers
- Revision of gaps in understanding
- Preparation for upcoming assessments
Parents tell us this alignment makes a significant difference to school confidence.
Supporting Confidence and Mindset
Confidence plays a huge role in primary learning. Many children avoid reading out loud or attempting tricky questions not because they lack ability, but because they fear getting it wrong or being embarrassed.
Our primary teachers are skilled at building confidence gently, using:
- Small, achievable steps
- Clear routines
- Calm, encouraging teaching
- Visual and verbal scaffolding
- Praise focused on effort and progress
Over time, children begin to take risks, attempt more challenging questions, and participate more actively in school.
How We Challenge Children Who Need Stretch
We also support high-achieving primary children who enjoy challenge or are working above age-related expectations. For these learners, we provide:
- Higher-level reasoning problems
- Advanced comprehension texts
- Creative and sophisticated writing tasks
- Deeper analysis and critical thinking
- Opportunities to explore topics beyond the classroom
This ensures they remain engaged, motivated and challenged.
Preparing for SATs in Year 2 and Year 6
While full SATs preparation is covered on our SATs page, our KS1 and KS2 tuition naturally supports SATs skills by teaching:
- Fluency with key number facts
- Strong comprehension
- Clear reasoning skills
- Familiarity with question types
- Ability to show working clearly
- Confidence when tackling tricky questions
Year 6 children benefit from timed practice, mock questions and targeted revision.
Supporting SEND and EAL Learners in Primary School
Many primary children benefit from additional support due to:
- ASD
- ADHD
- Dyslexia
- Working memory or processing needs
- Anxiety in learning
- English as an Additional Language
Our teachers are trained in strategies such as:
- Visual supports
- Clear routines
- Chunked instructions
- Scaffolding
- Modelling and repetition
- Reduced cognitive load
- Gentle, encouraging feedback
Lessons are calm, predictable and designed to reduce pressure.
Parental Communication and Progress Tracking
Parents always know how their child is progressing. We provide:
- Short written updates
- Termly reports aligned with the curriculum
- Reviews of strengths and improvements
- Clear next steps
- Opportunities for parents to ask questions
This transparency helps families feel informed and reassured.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you follow the National Curriculum?
Yes. All lessons are aligned with the National Curriculum and mirror the expectations used in primary schools across the UK.
Can you match what my child is learning in class?
Absolutely. Parents often send us photos of schoolwork or schemes being used, and we work directly with these topics.
How long until I see progress?
Many families notice increased confidence within a few weeks. Academic progress becomes visible over the first term, depending on the child’s needs and consistency.
Do you teach phonics?
Yes. We use systematic phonics approaches appropriate to KS1 learners and older children who need support.
Do you help with homework?
Yes, if parents request it. However, most lessons focus on building long-term understanding.
What if my child is very anxious or shy?
Our calm, gentle approach works especially well for anxious learners. We never rush or pressure children, and we celebrate progress at every stage.
Start Your Child’s Learning Journey
If you would like to discuss your child’s needs, we are here to help.
Book your free consultation and we will create a personalised learning plan tailored to your child’s age, ability and school expectations.