Maths Tutors in Ormskirk, Southport & West Lancashire
Looking for an experienced maths tutor to help your child build confidence, improve their understanding and make progress?
West Lancs Tutors connects families with qualified teachers offering personalised maths tuition across Ormskirk, Southport, Formby, Burscough, Skelmersdale and surrounding areas.
Whether your child needs extra support with primary maths, help preparing for GCSE exams or guidance with more advanced topics, we'll help you find a suitable tutor.
Maths tuition tailored to your child
Our maths tutors can support pupils with:
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Primary Maths (KS1 & KS2): Number skills, times tables, fractions, problem-solving and mathematical reasoning.
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Year 6 SATs Preparation: Building confidence in arithmetic and reasoning, identifying gaps and developing exam techniques.
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KS3 Maths (Years 7–9): Strengthening understanding of algebra, number, geometry and other key topics.
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GCSE Maths: Foundation and Higher tier preparation, exam techniques, past-paper practice and targeted revision.
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A-Level Maths: Support with advanced mathematical topics, subject to tutor availability.
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Confidence and Catch-Up: Personalised lessons to address gaps, reinforce classroom learning and reduce maths anxiety.
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Personalised maths tuition from qualified teachers
Every child learns differently. Our tutors tailor lessons to individual needs, helping pupils strengthen their understanding at a pace that works for them.
Whether you're looking for regular weekly lessons or focused support before exams, we'll help you find a suitable match.
Tuition starts from £32 per hour for primary pupils, with GCSE tuition from £41 per hour.
Browse our available maths tutors below or get in touch and we'll help you find the right teacher for your child.
Andrea – English & Maths Tutor – Formby
Primary • GCSE Maths • English to A Level
Online • Tutor’s home • Family home
Andrea is a friendly, creative teacher who is confident in teaching English Language and Literature (up to A Level), GCSE Maths, as well as the primary curriculum. She has twenty-five years’ experience working with students from diverse educational backgrounds. Currently studying an MSc in Education, Andrea draws on up-to-date research to understand learning barriers and the strategies that genuinely help students thrive.
Every learner’s progress is carefully tracked and monitored, with gaps closed before new topics are introduced to avoid cognitive overload. Lessons are dynamic, informative, challenging and exciting, taught in small, manageable steps using model answers, past papers and technological tools students can relate to.
Every student has secure knowledge of the requirements needed to reach the next stage in their learning journey. Tailored learning plans are carefully implemented.
Andrea builds rapport and uses humour to help every student feel relaxed, confident and capable. This personalised, structured and psychologically informed approach consistently enables learners to exceed their target grades. Incentives are also used as motivational tools. All work is carefully assessed and marked, with regular constructive feedback shared with students
Natalie – Primary, English & Maths Tutor – St. Helens
Primary • GCSE & Functional Skills English & Maths
Online • Family home
Natalie has over 20 years of teaching experience, mostly in the primary age phase from Nursery through to Year 6. She can support with phonics, reading, writing, mathematics and all other primary subjects. She has marked the Year 6 SATs tests since 2013.
She also tutors GCSE and Functional Skills English and Mathematics to students resitting their exams. Natalie has a good understanding of SEN, and experience of working with pupils and students with ADHD and Autism
Lynn – English, Maths & Home Education Tutor – Burscough
KS2 • 11+ • KS3 • GCSE • Functional Skills
Online • Local face-to-face
Lynn is an experienced teacher and full-time tutor with more than 20 years’ experience supporting learners from Key Stage 2 through to adult education. She offers KS2 English and Maths, including SATs preparation, as well as 11+ tuition in English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning.
At KS3, Lynn can support English Language and Literature, Maths, History, Religious Studies, Sociology, Business Studies and Science. She also offers GCSE English Language and Literature, Foundation Maths, History, Religious Studies, Sociology and Business Studies, together with a range of A Level subjects and Functional Skills English and Maths.
Lynn tailors her sessions to each learner’s individual needs, school targets and areas for development. She provides appropriate resources and aims to make lessons structured, supportive and engaging.
As a full-time tutor, Lynn is available seven days a week and is particularly interested in working with home-educated learners during school hours. She prefers online tuition, which allows her to offer greater flexibility, although she may also consider in-person tuition within a short travelling distance.
Lynn is a member of The Tutors’ Association, updates her safeguarding training annually and actively undertakes additional professional development. She has recently completed an End Point Assessment qualification and is currently working towards a CAVA qualification.
Frederick – Maths & Science Tutor
GCSE • A Level • IB • Maths • Further Maths • Physics • Chemistry
Online Tuition
Frederick's qualifications include a Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) in Secondary School Physics from Goldsmiths, an MSc in Chemistry from Imperial College, and an MSc in Theory and Simulations of Materials from Imperial College.
Frederick is an experienced tutor with extensive hours of one-to-one and group teaching, specialising in mathematics, further mathematics, physics, chemistry, biology and computer science. He tutors across all major academic levels, from GCSE and IGCSE through to A Level, IB and degree level.
Over the years, he has successfully supported students preparing for key examinations including GCSEs, A Levels and university entrance assessments, helping many to achieve top grades. His experience spans working with pupils from a wide range of backgrounds, including those from highly competitive and prestigious schools, where he has guided students through the demanding academic expectations of their courses.
Frederick brings both subject expertise and a clear understanding of effective learning strategies, ensuring his students gain confidence and mastery in even the most challenging topics.
Guy – Maths & English Tutor – Ormskirk
Years 5–6 • KS3 • GCSE Maths & English • A Level Maths
Online • Tutor’s home • Family home
Guy is a highly skilled Mathematics and English teacher who has taught in Secondary schools and General Education colleges for about 20 years. For 7 years, he was a GCSE examiner for AQA.
Guy has been a professional tutor for seven years and is able to establish an excellent learning environment for students and has achieved extremely good results.
He can tutor Mathematics in Years 5 and 6, at KS3 and GCSE, and through to A Level. He can also tutor English in Years 5 and 6, at KS3 and GCSE.
Chris – Maths & Geography Tutor – Southport
Year 6 Maths • KS3 • GCSE • A Level Maths & Geography • Functional Skills
Online • Family home
Chris has a Professional Certificate in Education (PcET), Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) and Qualified Teacher Learning and Skills (QTLS). He also has a degree in Mathematics and Education Studies.
Chris can tutor Maths and Geography at KS3, GCSE and A Level, as well as Year 6 Maths and Functional Skills.
Martyn – Maths Tutor – Burscough
KS3 Maths • GCSE Maths • A Level Maths
Family home
Martyn is a graduate of the University of Cambridge with a degree in Biological Natural Sciences. He is a qualified teacher of Mathematics and has worked in this role at a large secondary school. His experience of secondary Mathematics teaching gives him an excellent knowledge of the curriculum from Key Stage 3 through to A Level, with particularly detailed knowledge of the AQA and Edexcel exam boards.
He has worked with students throughout the secondary age range, providing engaging and motivating lessons. Before completing his teacher training, Martyn also worked as a teaching assistant for two years, where his main duties included supporting students on the autistic spectrum, giving him experience of working with pupils with special educational needs.
Mariyana – Chemistry, Physics & Maths Tutor
GCSE Chemistry • GCSE Physics • GCSE Maths • A Level Chemistry
Online • Family home
Mariyana believes that hands-on learning is one of the most successful ways of ensuring a student understands challenging concepts in Chemistry and Maths. She uses practical examples and experiments linked to the examination syllabus to help students visualise difficult ideas, make connections and build confidence.
She believes effective teaching involves careful planning around each student’s individual needs, together with dedication, patience, consistency and a good sense of humour. Her approach helps students understand the logical connections between formulas and rules and how and when to apply them when solving problems and answering examination questions.
Mariyana encourages active participation and aims to ensure students are well prepared for their GCSE and A Level examinations.
Gary – Maths, English & Science Tutor – Skelmersdale
Primary • 11+ • KS3 • GCSE • A Level
Online
Gary is an Associate Tutor in Primary Education and Link Tutor at Edge Hill University. He has also been a private tutor since 2014 and has extensive teaching experience across both primary and secondary education, including teaching overseas.
His previous roles include Deputy Headteacher, Headteacher and Head of Science, and he has gained the National Professional Qualification for Headship (NPQH).
Gary can support pupils across the primary curriculum and 11+ preparation. At secondary level, he can tutor Maths, English Language and Literature, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Psychology and Art, with a range of subjects available through to GCSE and A Level.
Zoe – Maths Tutor – Scarisbrick
11+ • KS3 • GCSE • IGCSE • Functional Skills
Online • Family home
Zoe is a qualified secondary Maths teacher with QTS and currently works part-time delivering both online and in-person Maths tuition. She has experience teaching pupils in both one-to-one and group settings and can support Maths at 11+, KS3 and GCSE, as well as IGCSE and Functional Skills. Zoe also has experience supporting pupils with SEND, including autistic pupils, and is able to adapt her teaching to meet individual learning needs.
Katie – Primary, Maths & English Tutor – Southport
Primary • 11+ • KS3 • GCSE • Functional Skills
Online • Family home
Katie is an experienced primary teacher who can support pupils across Years 1–6, as well as pupils preparing for the 11+. She can also provide Maths and English tuition at KS3 and GCSE, together with Functional Skills support. Katie has previously taught in primary schools and also holds a languages degree from The Open University and a dyslexia qualification from Edge Hill University. She is also interested in daytime and home-education tuition opportunities.
Alyson – KS3 English & Maths Tutor – Burscough
KS3 English • KS3 Maths
Family home
Alyson is a qualified teacher with a BA (Hons) in Primary Education, specialising in Mathematics. She has experience teaching throughout the primary age range within both British and international schools and currently works as a supply teacher.
Her varied experience has given her a strong understanding of the British curriculum, assessment requirements and different approaches to teaching and learning. Alyson believes in supporting the whole
child and building positive relationships with pupils and their families to create a calm, encouraging and effective learning environment.
Alyson can tutor all subjects from Years 1 to 6, English and Maths for 11+ preparation, and English and Maths at KS3.
Suzanne – English & Maths Tutor – Southport
Primary • KS3 Maths • KS3 English • Geography • History
Family Home
Suzanne is a qualified primary teacher with more than 25 years of teaching experience. Since graduating in 1999, she has taught across Years 3, 4, 5 and 6 and currently works as a part-time teacher. She also has experience tutoring Year 6 pupils in preparation for SATs, as well as supporting home-educated children.
Suzanne offers Maths and English tuition for pupils in Years 1–6. She can also provide Maths, English, Geography and History support for pupils in Years 7 and 8.
She offers face-to-face tuition in the family home within approximately eight miles of Southport and has some daytime and weekend availability, including for home-education tuition.
Daniel – Maths & Science Tutor - Skelmersdale
KS3 • GCSE • Functional Skills • Maths • Biology • Chemistry • Physics • English
Online • Family Home Tuition
Daniel is an Assistant Headteacher. After five years serving the West Lancashire community as a firefighter, he moved into teaching — a decision he describes as the best of his life. He completed a PGCE in Secondary Science, specialising in Biology.
He has taught both Combined and Separate Science at Key Stages 3 and 4, covering Biology, Chemistry and Physics across the GCSE curriculum. He offers KS3 Maths and Science, GCSE Maths, Biology, Chemistry and Physics, and Functional Skills Maths and English at Levels 1 and 2.
Daniel offers online tuition and lessons at the family’s home within approximately five miles of Skelmersdale. His availability is generally Monday to Wednesday from 5pm, with daytime tuition considered by arrangement.