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Leeds Tuition Centre

Leeds Tuition Centre

4.4(51 reviews)See reviews ↓·Leeds

About the company

Leeds Tuition Centre was established in 2012 by Joanna Jacobs, who is the Centre Director and a fully qualified teacher. Joanna Jacobs has been a qualified teacher for 19 years. The centre was formerly part of Kip McGrath and is OFSTED registered. All teachers at Leeds Tuition Centre are fully qualified and experienced classroom practitioners, and the centre has a combined subject knowledge and experience of over 100 years.

Leeds Tuition Centre offers 1:1 tuition within groups of up to 5 students. It provides private tuition in Maths, English, SATs, and 11+, and high-quality teaching for children with dyslexia. The centre has been helping children across the Leeds region for over 7 years.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Leeds families describe Leeds Tuition Centre as a place where children's confidence and academic skills grow steadily, with mathematics and English the subjects most frequently praised. Several parents report measurable progress, including moves to higher sets, improved school reports and successful preparation for SATS and GCSE assessments. The teaching team, particularly Joanna, John and Dimitris, is repeatedly commended for making learning enjoyable while instilling genuine enthusiasm for mathematics. Reviewers value the regular feedback after each session, which helps parents understand which areas need attention and how their child can improve.

Assessments at the start are mentioned as a professional way to identify gaps before tailored lessons begin. The centre's handling of the pandemic period is highlighted as empathetic and well organised. Parents also note the range of support on offer, from closing learning delays ahead of SATS to building exam confidence at secondary level. Long-standing families speak of years of attendance and consistent quality, while newer ones appreciate seeing early signs of progress in a matter of weeks. The mix of structured teaching, kindness and clear communication keeps bringing siblings back.

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Reviews

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Marcin Buzon4 October 2024

Leeds Tuition Centre is a very friendly and supportive place for children to improve their skills and achieve their potential. Joanna is very focused and dedicated with what she does for the kids. She was very honest from the start and we trust her approach seeing how our children have improved. We are very happy with the entire team and recommend LTC to anyone who looking to improve their learning.

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Tunde “Baloo” Balogun28 September 2024

My daughter has been attending English tuition here for a few months now, and we couldn’t be happier with the results! She has been to several other places in the past, but this is the first time I’ve seen her truly engaged and excited about learning. The teaching methodology here is fantastic — it's interactive, creative, and tailored to her learning style. She enjoys every lesson and feels more confident in her English skills than ever before. The tutor takes the time to ensure she understands the concepts, rather than just rushing through the material. We are so grateful for the progress she’s made and look forward to continuing her lessons here!

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Solomon Fessehaye Tesfamichael27 September 2024

From my own observation my children they improve a lot on thier maths and english studies, writing and solving technics and skills when they joined Leeds tuition centre. So, I recommed this centre to families who need to help thier children to make change on thier lessons.

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Yonas Michael25 September 2024

Leeds Tuition Centre has been amazing! The tutors are highly knowledgeable, supportive, and tailor lessons to individual needs. My child's confidence and grades have improved significantly. Highly recommend for anyone looking for quality tuition!

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Victoria Newton10 June 2024

Both my children have attended Leeds Tuition Centre. The sessions from the team really helped my youngest close her learning delay ahead of her SATS, allowing her to catchup her peer group and continue to develop alongside. They also gave my eldest the extra push to ensure they felt confident in taking their GCSE maths. If we were to feel the youngest needed support in prepping for her GCSEs in a couple of years time I would have no hesitation in booking her back in for more sessions with Leeds Tuition Centre.

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irene piloya9 February 2024

Leeds tuition Center is one of the best tutoring Centers around, staffed by highly qualified teachers. 

Our son Joshua started attending the Center 5 year ago and during this period, we have seen so much improvement in his learning. He has been getting plenty of praises from his school as well as the tuition Center. He has developed a lot of confidence in his ability in both mathematics and English.

Recently he did entrance assessment for year 7 for Bradford grammar school, The Grammar School at Leeds and Gateways school, in which he did exceptionally well and has been offered a place in all of them.

Many many thanks to Joanna and her team. We are very appreciative of the effort and hard work you have put into bringing the best in Joshua. Without Leeds tuition Center he wouldn't have been this confident in his ability.
Thank you. Irene

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Marcin Malecki30 January 2024

My recent encounter with Leeds Tuition Centre, where I sought an academic assessment for my daughter, currently in Year 4, left much to be desired. The experience not only fell short of my expectations but also highlighted a concerning approach to education and student assessment. The assessment comprised a series of tests in Maths and English. While a comprehensive evaluation is always appreciated, the feedback session, particularly with the director Joanna, was profoundly disheartening and, in my opinion, indicative of an unprofessional conduct. Joanna informed us that my daughter would not pass the entrance exam for Heckmondwike Grammar School, stressing that the school requires students to be two years ahead of their school level. This justification was used to subject my daughter to Year 6 level tests, a benchmark I found not only unrealistic but also misaligned with the school's own advisories. Heckmondwike Grammar School, like many others, does not mandate that children be two years ahead in their curriculum understanding. This unrealistic expectation set by Leeds Tuition Centre is not only ridiculous but also starkly contradicts the school's own guidance for parents. Furthermore, Joanna's proposed solution – an intensive and potentially overwhelming tutoring schedule – was delivered in a manner that was both dismissive and arrogant. To suggest that, despite heavy tutoring, a child might only just be in a position to attempt the exam is both demotivating and discouraging. Her approach lacked the fundamental empathy and encouragement that is pivotal in nurturing a child's academic journey. What was particularly disconcerting was the impact of this interaction on my daughter – she was driven to tears by the dismissive and cold demeanour of someone who is supposed to be a guiding figure in her educational journey. Education, especially at such a formative stage, should be as much about building confidence and resilience as it is about academic achievement. The approach adopted by Leeds Tuition Centre was overly critical, lacked encouragement, and failed to recognise the unique learning curve of each student. The expectation for a child to be two years ahead in their curriculum is not only unfounded but also places unnecessary pressure on young learners. It's imperative that tutoring centres align their benchmarks and recommendations with realistic standards and the advised preparation strategies of the schools themselves. In conclusion, while Leeds Tuition Centre may offer a structured academic assessment, the manner in which feedback is delivered and the unrealistic expectations set are both disconcerting and indicative of a flawed approach to education. I would urge Leeds Tuition Centre to reconsider their assessment methods and feedback approach, ensuring they nurture not just academic excellence but also the emotional well-being and confidence of their students. To fellow parents – I recommend caution if considering Leeds Tuition Centre for your child's educational needs. The path to academic success should be challenging yet reasonable, and most importantly, supportive and encouraging.

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Working hours
MondayClosed
Tuesday09:30–20:00
Wednesday09:30–20:00
Thursday09:30–20:00
Friday09:30–18:30
Saturday09:00–05:00
SundayClosed