RikuFounder
Keio University · PEARL · current student
English, entrance exams & overseas admissions
Riku helps students build their English skills and sustainable study habits, using their goals to shape a clear plan.
Petra tutorsFinding a tutor who suits
Finding a tutor who suits
your child, together.
We consider English ability, personality, learning pace and your child's goals, then suggest a tutor they may work well with.
BilingualNative speakers
EIKEN preparationInternational school
What we look at when matching
We suggest tutors likely to suit your child, based on school year, goals, personality and preferred lesson format.
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A tutor who fits the goal02
Personality and rapport03
A lesson style they can sustainOur tutors
Petra Tutors can suggest several tutors based on your child's goals, from conversation and EIKEN to IELTS and international school support.
YutakaFounder
Keio University · Faculty of Economics · current student
English, maths & university entrance
Yutaka focuses on English and maths, working back from each student's goals to create a clear study plan and provide steady support.
HannahPopular tutor
Sophia University · Faculty of Liberal Arts · current student
Conversation, EIKEN and primary English
Hannah's gentle, approachable manner helps children who find English difficult become more comfortable step by step.
HazelExam prep
Sophia University · Faculty of Liberal Arts · current student
IELTS, TOEFL & academic English
Hazel focuses on exam preparation and academic English, working back from the target score and deadline to identify the areas that need strengthening.
DayunPrimary English
Keio University · PEARL · current student
English, beginners & primary
Using journal writing, grammar and pronunciation practice, Dayun helps children who find English difficult express themselves more clearly over time.
MichaelEconomics & maths
The University of Tokyo · PEAK · current student
Economics, maths & English
Michael focuses on economics and maths, including the thinking, writing and problem-solving skills involved.
GiaEnglish & writing
Waseda University · current student
Conversation, essays & social studies
Gia teaches English conversation, essay writing and social studies in a supportive setting where students are encouraged to ask questions.
MaeganScience subjects
Maths, physics, chemistry & conversation
Maegan focuses on science subjects for secondary students, working through difficult points carefully and explaining them clearly.
TinaExam prep
Sophia University · SPSF · current student
IB English, economics & IELTS/TOEFL/SAT
Tina focuses on the IB, English examinations and essay writing, identifying what to strengthen even when the available preparation time is limited.
MelodyAssociate
Fordham University · Business Administration · current student
English, marketing & business English
Melody draws on studies in marketing and finance to help students develop English for practical use.
CianIB support
The University of Hong Kong · Economics and Finance · current student
IB English, Chinese, economics & TOK
As a mentor close to students in age, Cian provides structured support for the IB and international curricula, as well as English, Chinese and economics.
SaraEnglish support
Keio University · Faculty of Economics · current student
English, IELTS, primary to adult
Sara adapts lessons to each student's strengths and areas for improvement, helping them use English in their studies and everyday life.
ToruAdmissions support
Keio University · Faculty of Economics · current student
English, maths, German & TOEFL/SAT
From primary to university level, Toru covers English, maths and German, as well as support with overseas university and secondary school applications.
UlemjAssociate
English, international education, Keio PEARL
Drawing on an international perspective from Keio University's PEARL programme, Ulemj explores English and cross-cultural understanding with students.
SiyaMaths support
Keio University · PEARL · current student
Maths, physics, English & MYP/PYP
Siya focuses on maths and also covers physics, English and economics, explaining each step clearly.
AliceNative speaker
Conversation, British English & GCSE/A-Level
Alice mainly teaches British English and offers calm lessons adapted to each student, with support across reading, writing and speaking.
HarukaChildren's English
Sophia University · Faculty of Liberal Arts · current student
English, maths & primary
Haruka supports students from pre-school to secondary age in English and maths, working carefully towards their goals.
RonanAssociate
Eindhoven University of Technology · Mechanical Engineering · current student
Science subjects, English & engineering
Ronan draws on an engineering background to support students in science subjects and English.
MayaNative speaker
Conversation & children's English
Having grown up in the UK as an English speaker, Maya helps students develop natural communication skills through enjoyable lessons.
HimikoIB/IGCSE
Sophia University · Faculty of Liberal Arts · current student
IB maths, IGCSE science, English/Japanese
Himiko focuses on IB and IGCSE subjects and supports students in both English and Japanese at an appropriate level.
JulieEnglish foundations
English, IELTS & SAT
Julie keeps explanations simple and clear for students who feel unsure about English, working at a pace that supports gradual confidence.
Many more tutors available
We also work with tutors in subjects and from universities not shown here. Start with a free consultation and we will discuss possible matches.
We are still adding tutors for this category. Tell us what you are looking for and we will suggest the closest available match.
Ask during a free trialWhat matters when choosing a tutor
English ability is one factor. We also consider your child's personality, goals and whether the arrangement feels sustainable.
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Start from the goal
Whether the focus is EIKEN, conversation or international school support, we consider what kind of tutor may suit the goal.
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Consider personality and teaching style
Some children prefer a gentle pace, while others respond well to more challenge. The atmosphere and rapport also matter.
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Adjust as needed
Once lessons begin, we monitor the content and tutor fit, and can adjust the approach if helpful.
Support that goes beyond the tutor
At Petra, we make lesson content and next steps clear, alongside supporting the lesson itself.
For how we check tutors and run lessons, see “Safety and safeguarding”.
Post-lesson report
See what each lesson covered
We share what was covered, what went well and what to focus on next in a clear report for parents.
Learning plan
Working towards the goal
We set out what to do now and what to strengthen next, around EIKEN dates and school commitments.
Tutor adjustments
Reviewed when needed
After lessons begin, we can adjust the approach based on how the tutor fit and learning are progressing.
Let's find a tutor
who suits your child.
Tell us about their goals, personality and current English level, and we will suggest a tutor and a manageable approach.