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Service Overview

Discover our specialist educational GCSE English and Maths support designed exclusively for neurodivergent learners, celebrating individual strengths and delivering measurable progress through evidence-based methods.

Individual Tutoring

Specialist one-to-one support for English and Maths GCSE, combining academic expertise with deep understanding of ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia, and dyscalculia.

Personalized Learning Plans

Assessment-led strategies tailored to your unique neurodivergent profile, ensuring every session builds on your strengths and addresses your specific challenges.

Educational Support

Comprehensive resources and community support including monthly parent webinars, specialist blog content, and access to our private Facebook community where parents share experiences and strategies for supporting neurodivergent learners.

Who is it for?

All Neurodivergent Conditions including:

  • ADHD – Focus and executive function support
  • Autism – Structured, sensory-aware learning
  • Dyslexia – Multisensory reading and writing methods
  • Dyspraxia – Step-by-step, visual instruction
  • Dyscalculia – Concrete, visual mathematics
  • Multiple conditions – Complex learning profiles

Perfect for students who learn differently, families seeking specialist understanding, adults returning to education, and anyone wanting to celebrate their neurodivergent strengths while achieving academic goals.

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Individual Tutoring for GCSE

Specialist one-to-one support designed exclusively for neurodivergent learners, combining subject expertise with deep understanding of how ADHD, autism, dyslexia, dyspraxia, and dyscalculia affect learning.

English GCSE

Maths GCSE

English isn’t just about grammar rules and Shakespeare quotes—it’s about finding your voice, expressing your ideas, and understanding the world through stories. Our specialist GCSE English tutoring is designed for neurodivergent learners who see language, literature, and creativity through a different lens.

Whether you’re tackling English Language, English Literature, or both, our tutors understand the unique ways ADHD, autistic, dyslexic, dyspraxic, and dyscalculic minds engage with texts, analysis, and creative expression.

What We Cover

GCSE English Language:

  • Reading comprehension and analysis
  • Creative writing and descriptive techniques
  • Non-fiction writing and persuasive texts
  • Language analysis and writer’s methods
  • Structural analysis and text organisation
  • Spoken language presentation skills
  • Exam technique and time management

GCSE English Literature:

  • Shakespeare plays (all set texts)
  • 19th-century novels
  • Modern prose and drama
  • Poetry anthology analysis
  • Unseen poetry techniques
  • Character and theme analysis
  • Context and historical understanding
Our Neurodivergent-Friendly Approach

For Dyslexic Learners:

  • Audio versions of set texts
  • Colour overlays and assistive technology
  • Focus on oral expression and discussion
  • Alternative note-taking methods
  • Spelling and grammar support without judgement

For ADHD Learners:

  • Engaging, interactive text exploration
  • Breaking texts into manageable chunks
  • Movement and multi-sensory activities
  • Strategies for sustained reading and writing
  • Structured essay planning techniques

For Autistic Learners:

  • Clear frameworks for literary analysis
  • Explicit teaching of inference and subtext
  • Visual mind maps for character relationships
  • Systematic approaches to essay structure
  • Understanding metaphorical language

For Dyspraxic Learners:

  • Support with handwriting and presentation
  • Touch-typing and assistive technology
  • Extra time for processing questions
  • Organisational strategies for notes and quotations

For Dyscalculic Learners:

  • Support with sequencing and structure
  • Visual timelines for plot and context
  • Clear frameworks for organising ideas
  • Alternative methods for remembering quotations
Exam Preparation
  • Coverage of all exam boards (AQA, Edexcel, OCR, WJEC)
  • Past paper practice with accessible strategies
  • Quotation learning techniques for different minds
  • Essay planning and time management
  • Building confidence in written expression
  • Understanding assessment objectives
What You’ll Achieve
  • Confidence in your analytical abilities
  • A genuine appreciation for literature
  • Improved writing skills across all formats
  • Effective exam strategies tailored to your needs
  • The ability to express complex ideas clearly
  • Better grades through understanding your strengths

Maths doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Our specialist GCSE Maths tutoring is designed specifically for ADHD, autistic, dyslexic, dyspraxic, and dyscalculic learners who think differently about numbers, patterns, and problem-solving.

Whether you’re working towards Foundation or Higher tier, our expert tutors understand the unique challenges neurodivergent students face with mathematical concepts—and more importantly, how to turn your different thinking into your greatest strength.

What We Cover

Foundation Tier:

  • Number operations and calculations
  • Fractions, decimals, and percentages
  • Ratio and proportion
  • Algebra basics and equations
  • Geometry and measures
  • Statistics and probability
  • Real-world problem solving

Higher Tier:

  • Advanced algebra and functions
  • Trigonometry and Pythagoras
  • Circle theorems and geometric proof
  • Quadratic equations and graphs
  • Vectors and transformations
  • Advanced statistics and probability
  • Complex problem-solving techniques
Our Neurodivergent-Friendly Approach

For Dyscalculic Learners:

  • Multi-sensory teaching methods
  • Visual representations of abstract concepts
  • Breaking down complex calculations into manageable steps
  • Alternative strategies for number recall

For ADHD Learners:

  • Structured, focused sessions with clear goals
  • Regular movement breaks and active learning
  • Gamification of mathematical concepts
  • Strategies to maintain concentration during exams

For Autistic Learners:

  • Clear, logical explanations with consistent methods
  • Pattern recognition and systematic approaches
  • Predictable lesson structure
  • Real-world context for abstract concepts

For Dyslexic Learners:

  • Colour-coded notes and visual aids
  • Reduced reliance on written instructions
  • Focus on understanding over memorisation
  • Alternative methods for showing working

For Dyspraxic Learners:

  • Support with spatial reasoning and geometry
  • Assistive technology for calculations
  • Extra time for processing and responding
  • Strategies for organising mathematical work
Exam Preparation
  • Comprehensive coverage of all exam boards (AQA, Edexcel, OCR)
  • Past paper practice with neurodivergent-friendly techniques
  • Exam strategy and time management
  • Confidence-building for exam day
  • Understanding mark schemes and examiner expectations
What You’ll Achieve
  • Improved mathematical confidence and self-belief
  • Personalised strategies that work with your brain
  • Better exam results through understanding, not memorisation
  • Skills that extend beyond the classroom
  • A positive relationship with maths

Why Choose Minariel for GCSE Tutoring?

Lived Experience Meets Expertise

Our tutors are either neurodivergent themselves or hold specialist SEN qualifications. We don’t just understand neurodiversity academically—we live it.

Individualised Learning Plans

Every student receives a personalised learning plan based on their neurodivergent profile, learning style, exam goals, and current attainment.

Beyond the Grade

We focus on building confidence, developing study skills, and creating a positive relationship with learning that extends far beyond your GCSEs.

Flexible Scheduling

Online 1-1 sessions that fit around your school timetable, with consistent lesson times to support routine and predictability.

Comprehensive Support

Access to parent webinars, educational resources, podcasts, and ongoing support throughout your GCSE journey.

Ready to Excel in Your GCSEs?

Book your free 30-minute consultation to discuss your GCSE Maths or English needs and discover how specialist neurodivergent tutoring can help you achieve your potential.