English Tutoring
Filling the gaps in spelling, reading, comprehension and grammar
Our Qualified English Teachers Help Your Child to Shine
- Personalised Lesson Plans – Qualified teachers tailor each lesson to your child’s needs and goals.
- Proven Results – For over 50 years, parents have trusted us to build their child’s confidence and support their academic progress.
- Qualified Teachers – We do things differently; all our tutors are qualified teachers.
Areas we Cover in Primary Tutoring
Based on your child’s initial assessment, their personalised learning plan will include a combination of the following activities:
- Reading
- Writing
- Grammar
- Vocabulary
- Spelling
- Comprehension
- Punctuation
Let’s Talk about Primary
Our tailored lessons support children from their first year at school through to Year 6, helping them build strong literacy skills aligned with the New Zealand Curriculum.
We focus on growing confidence in reading through a structured literacy approach, developing their ability to understand what they read and express their ideas clearly in writing. Whether your child needs extra support to reach their year level or a boost to strengthen their skills, our tutors adapt each lesson to suit their individual needs, including developing the necessary skills for key assessments such as e-asTTle and PAT testing.
Personalised lesson plan
Qualified Teachers
In centre
Online
Working with Children Compliant
Your child is at the heart of everything we do!
We take the time to ensure children understand core concepts, building their confidence and independence.
What is a Free Assessment and How Does it Work?
It is easy and completely FREE!
Step 1
Share some basic information, pick a convenient appointment and we will take care of the rest.
Step 2
Your child will complete some educational activities supported by one of our friendly team, allowing us to see their strengths and challenges.
Step 3
You will receive feedback after our time with your child. We will walk you through our plan to support them in reaching their potential. This is a perfect time to ask any questions or share specific information about your child’s goals.
Step 4
Your child will attend regular weekly sessions with their tutor, receiving one-to-one teaching within a small group setting, feeling success every lesson.
Every lesson is planned with care and compassion to make your child feel like a SUPERSTAR!
Does Tutoring Work?
Absolutely, but don’t just take our word for it.
Take it from Meagan, a Kip McGrath parent, who shared:
"My son has been attending Kip McGrath for 12 months now for assistance with his primary level English and he has made the most outstanding progress. He has gone from being a reluctant reader to now thoroughly enjoying reading. Not only this but his reading and comprehension is now back at his grade level and I am absolutely amazed at what my son has achieved in just 12 months. David has done an incredible job and the programme has been the best decision I could have made for my son's education. He is absolutely oozing with confidence now."
Connor's Story
English Tutoring Online or In-Centre
If you’re worried about your child’s core skills in English, our proven methodology and qualified teachers are available at a local centre or online to help support your child. Every child receives a personalised lesson plan including one-to-one teaching time with their tutor.
With over 500 centres worldwide and online lessons available, support is always within reach.
Finding centres near your location...
One-to-One Teaching in a Small Group Setting
Educational research over the years has demonstrated that focused one-to-one teaching in a small group setting is highly effective for children.
Our qualified teachers track and monitor progress, provide detailed feedback and reassess students to demonstrate their success and set new targets. You can track progress and achievements through regular feedback via our Parent Portal.
See why Kip McGrath is trusted by parents across 500 centres globally.
Meagan Miller
"My son has been attending Kip McGrath for 12 months now for assistance with his primary level English and he has made the most outstanding progress. He has gone from being a reluctant reader to now thoroughly enjoying reading. Not only this but his reading and comprehension is now back..."
Tara Armbruster
"Our son has been attending Kip McGrath for a few months, and we couldn't be happier with the program's structure and content. We've noticed incredible growth in his confidence and educational development, and he is now thriving at school. We highly recommend this program!"
Kirby Davies
"Today has been the last session for my son with Naz and Ian at Sheffield Handsworth after a couple of years working with my son the progress he has made is amazing to see. He started off being unable to read and write realising he has dyslexia his writing was..."
Start your journey with Kip McGrath
Book a free learning assessment
Receive honest feedback and a tailored learning program
Meet with your Kip qualified tutor every week
Receive regular reporting and see the difference in the results
Book an assessment with us

