At Mr Porter Tutoring, we believe every child has the potential to succeed.
Sometimes they simply need the right environment, the right encouragement and the right teacher to help them believe in themselves again.
Whether your child needs early literacy or numeracy support, is preparing for the 11+, building stronger foundations in English or Maths, working towards GCSE success, or needs specialist support with dyslexia or confidence, we're here to help them grow—not just academically, but personally too.
Mr Porter Tutoring delivers The Mr Porter Method through The Learning Hub.
Every lesson is designed around one simple question:
Will this child leave today feeling more confident than when they arrived?
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Every Child Deserves to Feel Successful
Children rarely struggle because they lack potential.
More often, they've lost confidence.
Perhaps school has become overwhelming.
Perhaps they've started believing they "just aren't good at maths."
Perhaps reading feels difficult.
Perhaps they no longer enjoy learning.
As parents, watching your child lose confidence can be heartbreaking.
At Mr Porter Tutoring, we work to rebuild that confidence first.
Because when children believe they can succeed, amazing things begin to happen.
Welcome to Mr Porter Tutoring
We're more than a tutoring service.
We're a learning community built around one belief:
Confident learners become successful learners.
Everything we do is guided by The Mr Porter Method—our confidence-first approach to teaching that combines exceptional education with genuine care, strong relationships and high expectations.
Whether your child joins us for one-to-one tuition or a small group session, they'll experience the same supportive environment, carefully planned teaching and personalised guidance designed to help them flourish.
The Mr Porter Method
Our Learning Journey
Belong - Children learn best when they feel safe, valued and understood.
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Learn - Exceptional teaching is carefully adapted to how each child learns best.
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Grow - Small successes build confidence, resilience and independence.
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Achieve - Academic progress becomes the natural outcome of growing confidence.
This simple journey sits at the heart of every lesson we teach.
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The Learning Hub
Learning should be something children look forward to.
Our purpose-designed Learning Hub in Newton Abbot provides a calm, welcoming environment where children can focus, ask questions, build friendships and enjoy learning again.
Small teaching groups allow every child to be seen, supported and challenged at the right level.
It's a place where confidence grows just as much as knowledge.
How We Can Help
Whether your child needs support, challenge or a fresh start, we're here to help.
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Primary English & Maths
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Secondary English & Maths
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GCSE English
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GCSE Maths
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11+ Preparation
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Dyslexia Support
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Home Education & EOTAS
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Functional Skills
Each learning journey is carefully tailored to the individual child, because no two learners are the same.
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What Makes Us Different?
At Mr Porter Tutoring, we don't measure success by grades alone.
We celebrate:
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Children who ask questions with confidence.
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Learners who persevere when work becomes challenging.
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Students who begin reading because they want to.
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Young people who start believing in themselves again.
These are the moments that change futures.
Academic success follows because confidence comes first.
What Parents Tell Us
"My child enjoys learning again."
"They've become so much more confident."
"They actually look forward to tutoring."
"The difference isn't just in their results—it's in how they feel about themselves."
These are the outcomes that matter most to us.
Meet Nigel Porter
Mr Porter Tutoring was founded on a simple belief:
Every child deserves a teacher who believes in them.
After many years working with children of all ages and abilities, I've learned that confidence is often the missing piece.
When children feel understood, supported and challenged in the right way, they begin to achieve things they never thought possible.
That's the philosophy behind everything we do.
Let's Begin Your Child's Journey
Every child's story is different.
That's why every learning journey begins with a conversation.
We'll take the time to understand your child's strengths, challenges and goals before recommending the best path forward.
Whether they're lacking confidence, preparing for important exams or simply need someone to believe in them, we'd love to help.
Let's help your child discover what they're capable of.
Book your free consultation today and take the first step towards growing confidence and achieving extraordinary things.
CONTACT
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Tel. 07306 073681
11 Robin Way, Kingsteignton, Newton Abbot, Devon
TQ12 3FF
New Learning Hub From September 2026:
Victoria Gardens House,
Albany Street,
Newton Abbot,
TQ12 2AN
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Monday - Friday 08.30 - 20:00
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Mr Porter Tutoring
Address:
11 Robin Way, Kingsteignton, Newton Abbot, Devon TQ12 3FF
New Learning Hub From September 2026:
Victoria Gardens House, Albany Street, Newton Abbot, TQ12 2AN
Phone:
07306 073681
Email:
ABOUT ME
I am a qualified and experienced teacher. My educational qualifications include:
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Ba BSC (Hons) Leisure and Environmental Sciences
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Ba (Hons) English Literature and English Grammar
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MEd Masters Degree in Education specialising in Applied Linguistics
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PGCE in Primary Eduction
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QT Qualified Teacher Status
Through my teaching experience in schools, I have been a subject leader in Geography, History, and Science.
Outside of school learning times, I have been tutoring individuals on a 1-2-1 basis and in small groups since 2015.
My tutoring sessions are personalised to each individual to enable them to be the best they can be.
I tutor throughout the primary age and secondary age range from early years through to year 11, including SATs preparation and 11+ entrance exam preparation and practise and onto GCSEs. After year 6, I offer transitional tutoring into year 7 and throughout Keystage 3 and 4 to support GCSE choices.
SERVICES
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Personalised 1-2-1 sessions.
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Small group sessions.
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On-line learning and tutorials.
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Maths tutoring age 6 to 16.
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English Tutoring age 6 to 16.
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Keystage 1 SATs preparation.
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Keystage 2 SATs preparation.
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Entrance exams and 11+ speciality tutoring and practise sessions.
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11+ Mock Exam practice in with full results and feedback.
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11+ Summer Boot Camps.
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Secondary School transition tutoring through Year 7.
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Keystage 3 tutoring.
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Keystage 4 support in GCSE English and Maths.
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Adult education in literacy and numeracy.
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Adult education in preparation for nursing entrance tests.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
E Thomas
Mr Porter has been tutoring our daughter (currently in year 7) for almost a year now and we couldn't be happier with him. The school have noticed a huge difference in progress and Mr Porter has been a massive help in helping with homework and catching up after the remote learning disruption. Highly recommended!
P Carder
We've used Nigel for both of our boys through KS1 & KS2 stage. We started with him in 2020! I am particularly impressed with his patient and gentle approach and he also uses a wide range of resources and materials. It is clear he knows the up-to-date curriculum for each year. My eldest passed his Yr 6 SATS with flying colours despite getting behind through the pandemic. My youngest struggles more academically but still Nigel is helping him gain confidence and knowledge. I have recommended him already to friends (for girls and boys) and will continue to do so.
S Cleasby
My daughter has been having tutoring sessions with Nigel for a while now and from the start she felt at ease and happy to ask questions.
The weekly lessons are looked forward to and afterwards she is always motivated, even with her maths, which is her weaker area.
Nigel is always so friendly, calm and approachable. Thank you.
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