Working with a reading tutor can completely reshape the way students build literacy skills, offering focused, personalised guidance that makes learning more engaging and manageable. With flexible support tailored to every level, you can develop the skills needed to thrive.
As you find a reading tutor, define clear reading goals and pinpoint the exact skills that need to be improved.
Choose personalised tutoring over scripted programs to target unique needs and build steady confidence.
Conveniently check WWCC badges, qualified-teacher flags, bios and reviews to shortlist tutors you can trust.
Opt for online or in-person sessions and adjust frequency around exams, holidays and attention spans.
Use transparent pricing, in-platform messaging and payments to keep costs clear and admin simple.
An English reading tutor can transform how you or your child approaches reading. You know the signs: difficulty spelling, difficulty remembering what was read and lack of concentration. In moments like these, you need Learnmate, a marketplace that makes finding the right tutor easy. If you’re looking for a reading tutor, writing tutor or beyond, our marketplace helps you get connected. Since 2015, Learnmate has supported thousands of families and students in finding trusted tutors across more than 110 subjects, from school curriculum areas to languages, music and practical skills.
Our goal is simple: to make it easier for learners to improve their academic performance, gain confidence and discover the joy of learning something new.
Ready to find your reading tutor?
Decide between online and in-person based on your week
An online reading tutor suits households juggling tasks after school, especially if you’re juggling other responsibilities or your child also does co-curricular activities. On the other hand, in-person sessions can work well when a quiet table and immediate guidance are preferred.
When it comes to reading support for kids, remember that mode choice can always change if schedules shift. This flexibility keeps support consistent through busy periods. Selecting the right format for the time makes it easier to maintain momentum across the term.
Set lesson frequency around school peaks and pauses
During times when academic demands peak, like assessments, you might want to increase sessions to focus on key texts or specific reading tasks. But when holidays roll around, it’s okay to give yourself or your child a well-deserved break, also because there are no fixed-term lock-ins.
Just like with maths tutoring or support with other subjects, it also helps to choose durations that align with your child’s attention span and energy levels, so sessions stay fruitful. After all, flexible timing respects you and your child’s need for downtime and supports consistent learning without additional stress.
Choose an arrangement that respects your budget
You get true value for your investment with us, and a range of price points helps you find a reading tutor who fits your household. Tutors set their own rates based on their experience and qualifications, which means comparisons are straightforward. In addition to this, lesson packages and bonus credits can provide savings when you plan ahead.
Clear pricing information supports confident decisions without surprises. You only pay for focused time that targets you or your child’s learning, all with no hidden fees or unnecessary extras.
Access top-quality education without breaking the bank. Our tutors personalise lessons to meet your specific needs, going beyond scripted plans.
Choose between in-person and online sessions to fit your schedule and preferences, ensuring the best learning experience.
Each tutor brings proven expertise and a commitment to helping you thrive academically. Let their testimonials guide you in choosing the right match.
In our marketplace, WWCC badges stand out, showing that tutors have child-safety checks. Additionally, qualified-teacher flags help you spot registered teachers and offer another layer of assurance that your child is in the right hands.
Tutor bios also detail English and Literacy expertise, so you can quickly zero in on the one with the right skill mix for your needs, which is a must for busy people who need home tutoring but are short on time.
Read reviews and ratings before you reach out
Feedback from fellow Australian families highlights strengths like clarity and encouragement. When comparing prospects for an early reading tutor or a Primary school reading tutor, particularly those with similar qualifications, these insights can tip the scales and help you make an informed choice.
Comments can also include details about age groups or curriculum familiarity. Social proof also supports a calm, confident decision without extra research steps.
Trust in a platform that keeps everything in one safe place
Messaging and secure payments on our platform strip away the admin hassle. Contact tutors directly, avoid drawn-out intake calls and do away with 24–48-hour turnarounds. Our process is straightforward, and your agreement with your chosen tutor defines clear responsibilities for lessons. Here, busy weeks run smoothly from first message to first session, whether you’re looking for a literacy tutor who can help with reading essentials or courses like HSC English advanced.
Really happy with our Tutor Cathy, she is very attentive to my daughter's needs and provides me with regular updates regarding my child's progress. She is a lovely caring beautiful lady and I would highly recommend, I'm so glad we found Cathy :) My daughter looks forward to her tutoring lesson each week
We found a great tutor for our daughter's HSC exams. The tutoring was very structured, outcome-focused and encouraging taking my daughter through all the curriculum requirements. The platform is super easy to use, straight forward, no need to buy a certain amount of lessons in advance and ability to reschedule lessons if need be, without penalty. Every lesson comes with a lesson digest for the parents.
I heard about Learnmate from school counsellor, and it's been fantastic. We found the right tutor for our daughter, and it goes really well. Learnmate makes everything easier. Thank you, highly recommend Learnmate to everyone.
Can highly recommend this platform. Our tutor knew the content very well and our daughter now she feels confident for exams. Simon was always happy to help with any queries we had and guided us through the process.
Our son had the first introductory lesson with Gauravi for Chemistry and UCAT preparation. and we found her to be precise and supportive. Our son felt confident about the chapter she took him through and clearly saw the benefit of continuing learning with her. We look forward to her sharing tips and tricks that helped her achieve her great results!
We are thrilled at the transformation in our son's performance and attitude towards maths since starting. In a very short space of time, maths has become his best subject and his confidence level is high. He actually enjoys his tutoring sessions. Dane has quickly transformed him. We are thrilled and I could not recommend Dane more highly.
Learnmate is a trusted community marketplace that helps connect individuals all over Australia with quality tutors and coaches who want to share their skill, knowledge and experience. Learnmate’s tutors and coaches are the go-to for individuals and families all across Australia, including:
At Learnmate, we recognise that time is our most precious commodity in life. We can expend it once and we can’t buy more of it. But we can save it and ensure we realise the true value of it. By partnering with a Learnmate, individuals can leverage a tutor's expertise and experience to avoid spending time figuring it out, learning by mistake and the all too familiar stress and anxiety that usually accompanies those struggles. That means achieving more and succeeding faster.
Whether you’re someone looking for school tutoring, professional coaching or to learn a new skill or language, or are an enthusiastic tutor or coach with services to offer, we’d love to see you join Learnmate.
Tutors set their own hourly rates on Learnmate and the cost of tutoring varies based on several factors, including the tutor's experience, qualifications, and the level of education they are teaching. Here are some average hourly rates on Learnmate in 2024 to give you a better idea:
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The best tutors.
Learnmate provides a platform to find trusted individuals you want to learn from. Our community consists of high achievers, highly experienced teachers and professionals who have conquered a subject or domain and can help you achieve your learning goals.
Whether you're after a tutor who was a high achiever in school, a qualified teacher, a coaching professional or simply an expert in their domain, there's someone for everyone on Learnmate.
Affordable and fairly priced
Tutors and coaches set their own hourly rates on Learnmate based on their experience, qualifications and overall service. With over 600+ tutors on Learnmate, there is an affordable tutor available for every household budget.
On average, tutors and coaches are up to 50% cheaper than tutors and coaches engaged through agencies and other companies. Why? The simple answer is Learnmate takes less with an industry leading commission structure. Agencies and companies typically take a margin of between 40-65% from tutors while Learnmate's commission ranges between only 23-30%. That simply means less is passed onto you.
Simply and effortlessly succeed and save with a Learnmate.
Learnmate is a cashless platform.
To have lessons with a tutor, users need to join Learnmate and have a valid credit or debit card linked to the account. You will be prompted on sign-up to add connect a credit card to your account. As per our Terms & Conditions, cash payment and direct transfers are not accepted.
Automated payments.
Payment will be automatically processed from the credit or debit card linked to your account 24 hours after each lesson.
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Search
Finding a tutor or coach has never been simpler. Simply start your search by entering the subject you're seeking support for in Learnmate’s search bar. Take advantage of Learnmate's search fields and advanced filters to find the perfect tutor for you. These include:
You can then view a tutor's full profile and reach out to them directly by clicking 'Contact tutor' and sign-up to get started.
You'll be taken to your account where you can talk directly to your tutor, see and manage your lesson schedule, purchase prepaid packages to save and more!
Request a tutor
If you have tried searching but are unable to find a tutor or coach for your needs, feel free to hit 'Request a tutor' in the top right of your browser and we'll do our best to match you with a Learnmate in 1-2 business days.
Unsure how to improve comprehension and confidence?
Maybe it’s decoding skills that need polishing, or perhaps vocabulary requires expanding. Whatever the case, knowing the exact area allows tutors to plan focused lessons rather than going through endless broad drills.
To keep support practical and relevant, you can also align these focus areas with current classroom tasks (for example, studying a specific novel or non-fiction summaries). Also, taking note of patterns, like skipping words or losing paragraph flow, provides valuable insight.
On top of this, aim for small, achievable milestones with a home reading tutor so your child can improve comprehension and confidence steadily without overwhelming pressure.
When you hire a private reading tutor through us, you’re tossing aside cookie-cutter workbook sequences. With our tutors for kids, teens and adults, sessions adapt to your specific needs and goals. Pacing and strategy can be adjusted weekly, which is key during catch-up phases, extensions or critical exam periods.
By helping concentrate effort exactly where it’s needed, individual tutoring also minimises distractions common in group settings. Plus, personalisation works wonders for engagement, capturing the interest of both quiet readers and energetic learners alike.
If you’re looking for a reading tutor in Australia, our marketplace helps you get connected. Since 2015, Learnmate has supported thousands of families and students in finding trusted tutors across more than 110 subjects, from school curriculum areas to languages, music and practical skills.
Our goal is simple: to make it easier for learners to improve their academic performance, gain confidence and discover the joy of learning something new.
No matter if you’re looking for a reading tutor, statistics tutor or another qualified individual, get started today at Learnmate.
Search our network of expert tutors or post a job on the board — we’ll help you connect directly with the right tutor for your learning goals.
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