School English and tests
We use the student's own textbook, workbook, homework and test material to find gaps in grammar, vocabulary and reading.
English for secondary school students
One-to-one English tutoring for secondary school students in the Netherlands.
Support with school English, reading, writing and speaking, and preparation for IELTS or TOEFL. We start from the student's current level and goal, then plan the lessons around the school materials and the time available.
Tell us what you are looking for, and we will discuss suitable tutoring options.
Overview
What English support is available for secondary school students?
Petra Tutors offers one-to-one English lessons shaped around the student's school materials, coursework and tests, speaking practice or an English qualification. Lessons can be online or, in Amstelveen and Amsterdam, in person.
Reading, writing and speaking
Lessons can combine longer reading, essay writing, conversation and pronunciation, depending on what the student needs now.
Academic English and exams
For students at international schools, we can support English-language coursework. IELTS and TOEFL preparation is available where a suitable tutor is confirmed.
Common goals
Why students choose one-to-one English tutoring
Keep up with school English
When current work depends on earlier grammar or vocabulary, we go back to those foundations before returning to the current unit.
Prepare for tests and coursework
We use the test topics, the textbook and recent answers to decide what to prioritise in the time available.
Improve reading and writing
We work on reading strategy, paragraph structure, reasoning and vocabulary, instead of giving every skill equal time.
Speak English with more confidence
Conversation, pronunciation and short opinion answers can be practised alongside school or exam English.
Lesson format
Online or in person.
Online lessons are available anywhere in the Netherlands. In-person lessons are mainly offered in Amstelveen and Amsterdam, subject to tutor availability and location.
No travel time
Online lessons can be fitted around school, homework and other activities without a separate journey.
A wider choice of tutors
Online matching is not limited to tutors who can travel to one area, so it is easier to find a tutor whose experience fits the student's goal.
School materials on screen
Textbooks, PDFs, writing and recent answers can be shared during the lesson so unclear parts can be reviewed directly.
How lessons are planned
First, we agree what the English is for.
A student preparing for a school test needs a different plan from one working on speaking or an English qualification. We start by clarifying the purpose, then narrow down the lesson priorities.
Check the current level
We use school results, recent work, any English qualifications and known weaker areas to understand the starting point.
Set the main goal
We confirm whether the immediate priority is a test, coursework, speaking, or an exam such as IELTS or TOEFL.
Choose materials and focus
We decide whether the lessons use school materials, exam materials or another resource that fits the goal.
Adjust when priorities change
If the school schedule or a test date changes, the next lessons change with it.
Tutor matching
We check the student's goal and the fit for online teaching before suggesting tutors.
The match considers more than English ability: the goal, the materials in use, preferred times and whether the tutor can teach effectively online or in person. Then we suggest suitable tutors.
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English tutoring for secondary school students
Can a student use their school textbook in lessons?
Yes. Textbooks, workbooks, homework, test topics and recent answers can be shared and used as the main reference for the lesson.
Can lessons include speaking practice?
Yes. Conversation, pronunciation and short opinion answers can be practised one to one and combined with school or exam English.
Can the same tutor teach IELTS or TOEFL?
It depends on the tutor's subjects. We check the exam, the target and the test date before suggesting suitable tutors.
Can the lesson time change from week to week?
Tell us what flexibility you need. Scheduling depends on tutor availability, so we confirm realistic recurring times before confirming a match.
Does tutoring guarantee better grades?
No. We do not guarantee a grade or test result. Lessons identify the student's current needs and organise the most useful practice one to one.
Free trial
School English, speaking or exam preparation. Start with what matters now.
Tell us the student's school year, what they find difficult, the materials they use, any English qualifications and preferred times. We will discuss a suitable approach and tutoring options.