Maths is the subject parents in Solihull ask about most. Whether it's fractions and decimals that's causing problems or a wider loss of confidence with numbers, a good tutor can turn things around quickly. Our maths tutors in Solihull work with students from primary through to A-Levels, building real understanding rather than just drilling procedures.
Matching the West Midlands Curriculum
Schools in Solihull typically use Edexcel or AQA for their maths specifications. Tutors we partner with know both, and they'll match their teaching to whichever syllabus your child follows. This means practice questions, previous exam papers, and revision materials are all relevant to the exact exam your child will sit — not generic content from a different board. At Solihull School, we're familiar with how topics are sequenced and where students most commonly need extra support.
Getting Started
Drop us a line to arrange an initial chat about your child's maths needs. We'll match them with a tutor in Solihull who knows the Edexcel syllabus and can start making a difference from the first session.
What Maths Tutoring Looks Like
Each session lasts around an hour. The tutor works through concepts with your child, sets practice problems, and reviews previous work. There's no one-size-fits-all script — sessions are shaped by what the student actually needs that week. For students preparing for GCSEs, we use previous exam papers from Edexcel to build familiarity with the format. For younger students, we focus on number confidence, mental arithmetic, and problem-solving strategies. Progress is shared with parents so you can see improvement building week by week.
Building Number Confidence
Strong maths skills start early. For primary-age children in Solihull, tutors we partner with focus on number bonds, times tables, fractions, and the reasoning skills tested in Key Stage 2 SATs. A child who arrives at secondary school without these foundations will find it increasingly difficult to keep up. Our approach for younger students balances structured practice with engaging activities, building confidence without pressure.
Working Around Your Schedule
Scheduling needs to work for the whole family. In Solihull, we offer morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend availability to fit around school, sport, and family commitments. Whether the preference is a fixed weekly slot or a more adaptable arrangement, we accommodate it. During busier periods — mock exam season, for instance — many families increase frequency before scaling back again.
Grade Improvement
Most students who work with a tutor weekly for a term see a noticeable improvement — typically one to two grades at GCSEs level. We track progress through regular topic tests and past-paper scores. But it's not just about grades: students also develop better problem-solving habits, stronger mental arithmetic, and the confidence to tackle questions they'd previously skip. For parents in Solihull, that shift from "I can't do maths" to "I worked it out" is often the most valuable outcome.