Functional Skills Tutoring in Harrogate

Overview

At Stonefall Tutoring, we provide compassionate, personalised support for learners preparing for Functional Skills Maths and English. These vital qualifications can be equivalent to a GCSE Grade C or Level 4, making them key stepping stones for employment, apprenticeships, and further education.

Whether your child is re-entering education, needs a confidence boost, or benefits from an alternative to GCSEs, our approach helps learners grasp core literacy and numeracy skills in a calm, supportive environment.

What We Offer

Functional Skills Maths Tutoring Focused support with number operations, ratio, data handling, and practical problem-solving Includes visual aids and hands-on methods tailored to different learning styles.

  • Functional Skills English Tutoring Covers reading comprehension, writing skills, and communication techniques Tailored tasks for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and structured writing
  • Inclusive Teaching Strategies Widgit-style resources, pre-teaching methods, movement breaks, and sensory-friendly tools Designed for learners with SEN, SEMH, dyslexia, autism, or other learning differences
    Whether you’re seeking Functional Skills tuition in Harrogate, exploring alternative GCSE pathways, or looking to build core skills in a safe, encouraging space, we’re here to guide the way.
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Testimonials

What our parents say...

“I think it’s really benefited her and she is much more confident and settled. We are very grateful to you!”

“I am proud as well Claire. It’s your excellent way of teaching that has produced rewards. One of the best teachers I have come across 🙌🙌 yes he mentioned the words he used in his school assignment. Thank you so much.”

“I am proud as well Claire. It’s your excellent way of teaching that has produced rewards. One of the best teachers I have come across 🙌🙌 yes he mentioned the words he used in his school assignment. Thank you so much.”

“Headteacher award for improved writing! She said she feels really proud of herself. Just wanted to say thank you so much, Claire, for all your hard work with ******* this year. She has loved her time with you and gained so much confidence and self esteem. What a turnaround from the end of year four! We are super grateful to have found you! Xxx”

“Arthur really enjoyed today’s session, he said he found it fun and is looking forward to his next one already.”

“A wonderful experience, Claire is a fantastic enthusiastic tutor with lots of knowledge and experience uses the child’s interests to help with their learning to make it a positive and fun experience every time . Would thoroughly recommend Claire . Thank you. He has also thoroughly enjoyed working with you and will certainly miss you. You have been a tremendously positive influence on him.”

“Claire Brook is working with both my girls who had to skip 18 months forward in school cause we came over from SA. She has been incredible!”

“A wonderful experience, Claire is a fantastic enthusiastic tutor with lots of knowledge and experience uses the child’s interests to help with their leaming to make it a positive and fun experience every time. Would thoroughly recommend Claire.”

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