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Reception → Year 6 · 11+ prep

Hello, I’m Ms Betty.I help children find their spark, confidence, voice, courage, potential

I help primary school children build the confidence to shine, and I'm right beside their families every step of the way, with warm guidance, honest feedback and a shared sense of celebration for every small win.

Ms Betty, primary school tutor
Confidence first
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11+ ready
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Reception to Year 6
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Word of the day
Thursday 24 September

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How it works

Simple, from the very first hello

Four gentle steps, no jargon, no pressure, just a clear path to confident learning.

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Say hello

Send a booking request or WhatsApp Ms Betty. We'll have a friendly chat about your child, their year group and what you're hoping for.

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Book your slot

Once we have agreed on a group for your child, I send a secure payment link. Upfront monthly payment reserves your child’s place.

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Start learning

Weekly sessions begin, tailored to your child's pace. Lessons are age-appropriate in length, gently challenging and full of encouragement.

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Watch them grow

Progress updates and small wins shared via WhatsApp or email. Confidence and curiosity grow week by week.

About Ms Betty

A better way to learn, built for every child

Spirit of Excellence Tuition is small-group and one-to-one tuition where children feel safe to try, safe to get it wrong and proud when they get it right. We work on the basics with care and stretch just far enough to keep it exciting.

Real progress, gently paced

Lessons are age-appropriate in length so children stay focused and finish feeling capable.

Learning that fits your family

Evenings, weekends or weekday daytimes for home-educating families — whatever suits.

More about Ms Betty
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Our advantage

Why families choose Ms Betty

The difference that makes learning calmer, kinder and a great deal more fun.

Confidence first

Small wins, real praise and gentle challenge, so children believe in themselves before the answers even land.

Rooted in the curriculum

Everything maps to the National Curriculum, so tuition supports exactly what is happening at school.

One-to-one or small group

Fully personalised 1:1 at £45, or friendly small groups at £25 per child where children learn side by side.

Progress you can see

Notes, small wins and gentle homework prompts shared by WhatsApp or email, week after week.

Home-ed friendly

Flexible weekday daytime sessions for home educating families, shaped around your own rhythm.

Resources to keep

A growing library of phonics, reading and parent guides, several of them completely free.

Explore topics

Subjects we cover

From first phonics to 11+ preparation, plus clubs for children who want to keep going further.

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Expert guidance

Meet Ms Betty

“I’ve spent years walking alongside primary-aged children as they learn to read, count and problem solve. What I love most isn’t just correct answers, it’s the moment a child realises they can do more than they think.”

Cultivating knowledge, understanding and a spirit of excellence.

Small groups

Learning together, side by side

Groups stay small on purpose. Children hear each other think, share ideas and cheer each other on — and every child still gets time with Ms Betty in every session.

  • Friendly groups from £25 per week
  • Age-appropriate session lengths, 30 to 50 minutes
  • One-to-one available when a child needs it
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year groups, Reception to Year 6
Resource hub

Free guides to start today

Success stories

What families say

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Year 4

Miss Betty has tailored her lessons to include Michael Jackson, who my daughter is obsessed with at the moment. She literally counts down the days to see Miss Betty. It’s just a joy to see my daughter find a love for learning.

Parent of a Year 4 student
11+

Miss Betty kept my very shy daughter engaged from the very start. She enjoyed the lessons and managed to gain more confidence in her English comprehension than she would have at school.

Parent of a Year 4 student
Year 6

My daughter has come a long way. She loves her sessions and I’ve seen such an eager energy to learn more. I’m so happy with the sessions.

Parent of a Year 6 student
Have questions?

Frequently asked questions

The practical bits, so you know exactly what to expect before your child’s first session.

How does payment work?

Payment is upfront, monthly in advance. Once we confirm a slot, I send a secure payment link. This keeps your child’s place reserved and lets me plan sessions properly.

How long are the lessons?

Lesson length is age-appropriate so children stay focused: Reception 30 minutes, Year 1 45 minutes, and KS2 (Years 2–6) 50 minutes.

What should my child bring?

A small whiteboard and pen are ideal, or simply paper/notebook and something to write with. I'll share anything additional in advance if a specific session needs it.

What kind of learning space works best?

A quiet, distraction-free space really matters, especially for online sessions. Somewhere your child can sit comfortably, hear clearly and focus without interruptions helps them get the most from every lesson.

How do we stay in touch?

Day-to-day communication is via WhatsApp or email. I share progress notes, gentle homework prompts and answer any questions there.

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Ready to see your child thrive?

Book a session or join the waiting list, and Ms Betty will get back to you within 48 hours with a plan that fits your child.