High-impact tutoring that helps pupils succeed in SATs – and beyond
Are you looking for a way to close the attainment gap at your school, boost confidence and improve outcomes?
Action Tutoring is a national education charity that works with primary schools across England to provide targeted, curriculum-aligned tutoring for disadvantaged pupils in Year 5 and Year 6 who are at risk of not meeting expected standards in English and maths.
Get in touchImprove SATs performance
Pupils tutored in English and maths through our programmes are significantly more likely to meet expected standards in SATs. In 2023–24:
- 24% more pupils met the expected standard in English
- 20% more pupils met the expected standard in maths (compared to other pupils facing disadvantage nationally)
We’ve been partnered with Walkergate Community School in Newcastle since 2022. Here’s what Deputy Headteacher Jenny had to say about how Action Tutoring has supported their pupils facing disadvantage to achieve expected standard:
Build pupil confidence and motivation
Our small group model ensures every child feels seen and supported. Pupils build meaningful relationships with their tutors, helping to improve attendance, classroom engagement, and confidence.
“His attendance, attitude and performance gradually started to improve… He went on to meet expected standards.”
– Gemma, Deputy Headteacher, Badock’s Wood E-ACT Academy
Aligned to your teaching and priorities
Tutoring is designed to complement what’s being taught in class, not compete with it. We use structured workbooks developed by former teachers and curriculum experts to ensure consistency and relevance.
What we offer
- Curriculum-aligned tutoring in English and maths
- Focused on SATs preparation and key skills
- Delivered by trained, DBS-checked volunteers
- Available in-school or online
- One hour per subject, per week
Flexible 10–20 week programmes
Small-group sessions are led by a trained volunteer tutor and overseen by a dedicated Action Tutoring programme coordinator, who supports delivery, monitors pupil progress and liaises with school staff.
Tangible outcomes for pupils
“Action Tutoring has proven to be an invaluable resource, providing skilled and dependable tutors on a large scale—precisely the kind of support our students need to thrive.”
– Jobe Swingler, Assistant Headteacher, North Birmingham Academy
See improvement in:
- Reading comprehension and written expression
- Number fluency and problem-solving
- SATs confidence and performance
- Pupil engagement and attendance
Affordable, high-quality support for your school
As a not-for-profit charity, we provide heavily subsidised tutoring thanks to our committed volunteers and external funding. We aim to make impactful academic support accessible and cost-effective for schools.
Designed for impact, delivered with care
- Trained volunteer tutors from all walks of life, including university students, professionals, and retired teachers
- Expert-built resources that are easy to use and proven to help
- Progress monitoring and regular updates from your dedicated programme coordinator
- Tailored support that works around your school’s needs
“Our students respond positively to the personalised attention they receive. From the CEO to the tutors, everyone is fully dedicated to supporting our pupils.”
– Jobe Swingler, Assistant Headteacher
Let’s work together to close the attainment gap
If you’re looking for a proven, flexible, and supportive tutoring partner to help your pupils reach their potential, we’d love to hear from you.
