We provide in-person tutoring — a real tutor in your home, in person. We invest the time to find experienced, qualified people on your behalf, match them carefully to your child, and stay involved throughout. So you don’t have to hope for the best.
“Does anyone know a good maths tutor for my Year 10? Getting desperate before GCSEs…”
You post in a local Facebook group or WhatsApp chat. Within an hour you have fifteen replies — neighbours recommending people they used years ago, tutors direct-messaging you with no credentials, a few names with no context at all. You have no idea who any of them are, whether they’re qualified, whether they’ve worked with children before, or whether they’re the right fit for your child. And the thought of letting a stranger into your home — someone you found through a social media comment — is unsettling.
That’s exactly the problem we solve. We invest the time and effort to find experienced, qualified tutors — checking their background, verifying their credentials, and matching them carefully to your child. So you don’t have to rely on whoever happens to reply first.
We do the hard work so you don’t have to. Here’s what that looks like in practice.
Every tutor goes through a rigorous process — qualifications checked, experience verified, subject knowledge assessed. You get someone you can trust walking through your door.
We offer tutors across a range of experience levels — from talented graduates through to specialist examiners and former teachers. We’ll recommend the right fit during our initial conversation, based on your child’s needs and your budget.
Every new student begins with a discounted trial lesson. See your child with the tutor, watch how they interact, and decide with confidence before committing to anything. If it isn’t right, we’ll find someone better.
What is a DBS check? A Disclosure and Barring Service check is an official UK government background check confirming a person has no criminal history that would make them unsuitable to work with children. We require an enhanced DBS check — the highest level — for every tutor before they meet any family.
Ready to find the right tutor for your child?
Find your tutorOnline tutoring became popular during the pandemic — but for most students, especially younger children and those who need confidence as much as content, a tutor sitting with your child in person is simply better.
On a screen, it’s easy to nod along without understanding. In person, a good tutor picks up on body language, frustration, and confusion instantly — and adjusts in the moment.
Children learning at home online are surrounded by distractions. A tutor physically present creates a contained, focused environment that online sessions simply can’t replicate.
Many children struggling academically are also struggling with confidence. The trust built through regular in-person sessions is harder to build through a screen — and often as important as the subject knowledge itself.
Year group, current level, target grade or school, and anything else that’s relevant. The more we know, the better the match.
We find the right tutor from our vetted pool — checking subject specialism, exam board knowledge, teaching style, and personality fit. Not just whoever is available.
Your first lesson is at half price. See how your child responds before committing. If it isn’t right, we’ll find someone better.
We track every student’s progress and remain accountable throughout — not just at the point of introduction. You’ll always have someone to talk to.
It starts with a conversation about your child.
Find your tutor| Kenwood Education | Online platforms | Non-local agencies | Independent tutors | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In-person tutoring | ✓ Always | Online only | Sometimes | Usually |
| Locally-based tutors | ✓ Wherever possible | No | No | Sometimes |
| DBS checked | ✓ Always | Variable | Usually | Not guaranteed |
| Qualifications verified | ✓ Always | Variable | Usually | You have to check |
| Personal matching | ✓ Every student | Algorithm | Often | You do it yourself |
| Ongoing involvement | ✓ Throughout | No | Rarely | No |
| Pricing matched to your needs | ✓ Reflective of tutor experience & quality | Can be cheaper | Premium markup | You negotiate yourself |
| Trial lesson offered | ✓ First lesson half price | No | Rarely | Sometimes |
We think the comparison speaks for itself.
Find your tutorAll core subjects from primary through to A-level. In-person, in the local area.
Maths, English, Science
VR, NVR, Maths, English
All core subjects · Highest demand
Maths, Sciences, Humanities
Priced to reflect the tutor,
not a one-size-fits-all rate
We work with tutors across a range of experience levels — from talented graduates to specialist examiners and former teachers. During our initial conversation we’ll recommend the right option for your child based on their specific needs, target grade, and your budget. No surprises.
Tell us about your childThe more we know, the better we can match. We’ll be in touch when we have the right tutor available.
We provide in-person tutoring across North London, matching families with local tutors who know the area, the schools, and the exam boards.
Highgate families preparing for 11+ entry to schools including Highgate School, NLCS, and Channing are among our most common placements. We have tutors based locally who know the specific requirements of North London selective schools. GCSE and A-level support also in high demand across N6.
Hampstead and Belsize Park families regularly seek support for GCSE Maths, English, and Sciences alongside 11+ preparation. With proximity to University College School and South Hampstead High School, demand for experienced academic tutors in NW3 is consistently strong.
Muswell Hill is one of our most active areas. Families in N10 frequently look for support across primary KS2, GCSE, and 11+ preparation. Local secondary schools including Fortismere mean strong demand for GCSE Maths and English tutors who understand the local curriculum.
Crouch End families in N8 are well served by our local tutor network. We regularly place tutors for GCSE support, primary Maths and English, and 11+ preparation. The mix of state and independent school families in the area means demand across all levels and subjects.
East Finchley and N2 families looking for in-person tutors will find strong coverage through Kenwood Education. GCSE Maths, Sciences, and 11+ preparation are particularly in demand. We match families with tutors based locally wherever possible to keep sessions reliable and consistent.
We also serve families in Hornsey, Archway, Finsbury Park, Barnet, Kentish Town, and other parts of North London. If you’re not sure whether we cover your area, get in touch and we’ll let you know.
Private tutors in North London typically charge between £40 and £100+ per hour depending on experience and subject. Through Kenwood Education, pricing reflects the tutor’s experience and qualifications — from talented graduates through to specialist examiners and former teachers. We’ll discuss the right option during our initial conversation based on your child’s specific needs and your budget.
An enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check is the highest level of UK government background check. It confirms a person has no criminal history that would make them unsuitable to work with children. We require an enhanced DBS check for every tutor before they meet any family - it is non-negotiable.
When you find a tutor through a Facebook group or Nextdoor post, you have no way of verifying their qualifications, checking their background, or knowing whether they’re the right fit for your child. A tutoring agency does all of that on your behalf - vetting every tutor, matching them carefully to your child, and remaining accountable if something isn’t working.
We don’t use an algorithm. When you contact us, we take time to understand your child - their year group, current level, target grade or school, learning style, and personality. We then identify the right tutor from our vetted pool based on subject specialism, exam board knowledge, teaching style, and location. Every match is personal.
We cover all core subjects from primary (KS2) through to A-level. Our most in-demand subjects are GCSE Maths, GCSE English, GCSE Sciences (Biology, Chemistry, Physics), 11+ preparation, and A-level Maths. If you need a subject not listed, get in touch and we’ll let you know whether we can help.
We primarily serve Highgate, Hampstead, Muswell Hill, Crouch End, and East Finchley. We also cover surrounding areas including Hornsey, Archway, Finsbury Park, Barnet, and Kentish Town. If you’re unsure whether we cover your area, get in touch and we’ll confirm.
That’s exactly why we offer a half-price trial lesson. If after the first session you feel the match isn’t right, tell us and we’ll find someone better. We stay involved throughout every placement - if something isn’t working at any point, we want to know and we’ll fix it.
We work as quickly as we can to find the right match. We’ll be in touch promptly after your enquiry to discuss your child’s needs and keep you informed throughout the process.
Yes - we specialise exclusively in in-person tutoring. We believe a tutor sitting with your child in the same room produces better outcomes than online sessions for most students, particularly those who need confidence-building as much as content. There are plenty of online tutoring platforms if that’s what you’re looking for - we focus on doing in-person well.