School says he's coping, but I know he's exhausted by the end of the day.
Masking takes energy. We build in the space for your child to stop performing and just learn.
Autism tutoring in maths and English for ages 4-16.
Learning built around your child25 years of helping children build confidence and make lasting progress.
Every tutor is DBS-checked and trained in SEND awareness
100k+ families supported
Award-winning adaptive learning
Every tutor is DBS-checked and trained in SEND awareness
100k+ families supported
Award-winning adaptive learning
Personalised maths and English tutoring for children with autism
You don't need a diagnosis to start, just a sense that learning is harder than it should be. Here's what we typically see:
Overwhelmed by noise, lights or busy classrooms
Thrown by any change to the plan or the routine
Refusing work that looks too big to start
Masking all day, then exhausted by four o'clock
Years ahead in one subject, years behind in another
We work with parents who have the same worries
Whatever's brought you here, we've likely sat with a family facing something similar.
She melts down over homework and I don't know how to help her through it.
We look at what's underneath the resistance, not just the subject, and build a plan that reduces the friction first.
He's bright, but every assessment makes him feel like he's failing.
We start from what he can do, not a benchmark built for someone else, so effort starts to feel worth it again.
Every transition, every change of task, is a battle.
Predictability is built into every session, so your child knows what's coming and can focus on the learning itself.
School says he's coping, but I know he's exhausted by the end of the day.
Masking takes energy. We build in the space for your child to stop performing and just learn.
She melts down over homework and I don't know how to help her through it.
We look at what's underneath the resistance, not just the subject, and build a plan that reduces the friction first.
He's bright, but every assessment makes him feel like he's failing.
We start from what he can do, not a benchmark built for someone else, so effort starts to feel worth it again.
Every transition, every change of task, is a battle.
Predictability is built into every session, so your child knows what's coming and can focus on the learning itself.
Autism tutoring built around how your child learns
Adapted maths and English teaching, starting at your child's true level rather than their year group, with the predictability they need to settle and think.
A consistent tutor wherever possible, so nothing has to be re-explained
Sessions that follow the same shape and rhythm every week
Work pitched where they can start, so nothing looks impossible on sight
Making the best recommendations around your child’s sensory needs
Honest about our limits
We know that every child with autism is different, and needs can be complex and varied. Knowing our limits is part of caring for your child properly. When any of the following is the case, we'll tell you honestly and point you in the right direction for support.
High levels of clinical or therapeutic support. Ongoing input from a specialist professional, rather than tuition
Support for high dysregulation. Including behaviour that puts your child or others at risk, requiring continual supervision
A dedicated sensory environment. For sensory overload that needs specialist, high-level support beyond what a general setting can offer
A diagnosis or formal assessment. We can't provide diagnostic or assessment services; however, we can support your child without a diagnosis
What our tutoring for children with autism looks like
Adapted teaching in maths and English, starting at your child's true level, not their year group.
Structured and predictable learning
Sessions follow a clear, consistent structure, so your child knows what to expect and when. Predictability reduces anxiety around the unknown, freeing up your child's energy for learning rather than managing uncertainty.
Tailored and visual teaching methods
Explanations are clear, visual and step-by-step rather than abstract, using tools like visual schedules and worked examples where they help a concept land. Learning is broken into manageable steps rather than delivered all at once.
Support adapted to your child
Every tutor adjusts their approach to your child specifically: how they communicate, how much processing time they need, what motivates them, and what overwhelms them. This isn't a fixed "autism approach" applied the same way to everyone; it's shaped around your child as an individual.
How to get started with a SEND tutor
Step 1 of 4
Start with a free trial
See how your child gets on before you decide anything. Your child will try out some maths & English activities. We watch how they respond to a structured, multisensory learning approach and discuss their needs with you. Then recommend a plan to support them best.
Why families trust Explore Learning for autism tutoring
8000+
members with SEND needs supported in 2025
4.6
Trustpilot rating out of 5
100%
of tutors DBS-checked
25
years supporting children aged 4-16
Autism friendly tutors
All our tutors are trained in SEND awareness and meet your child where they are at.
Truly individual learning
No fixed curriculum or pace. Every plan is shaped around your child and keeps adapting as they do.
Progress you can see
Regular updates through our app show you what your child has mastered and what they're working towards next, so you don't have to guess how they're getting on.
Safeguarding
Secure learning environment. Ofsted-registered centres (England). Every tutor DBS-checked and always supported by safeguarding leads.
From parents in the same position
What SEND families have to say about learning with us.
Two years ago, I had a very anxious nine-year-old, newly diagnosed with ASD and struggling massively at school. He's now working a year ahead in maths, on target in English, and thriving. "Thank you" doesn't seem enough.
They truly get his personality, his humour, and how his autism presents. He had a meltdown there once, and it was handled so calmly that I have no worries at all about him attending.
Any SEN mum knows how hard it is to find somewhere that doesn't run from a child needing more than average. 10/10 recommend.
My child has high-functioning autism and had developed a real fear of maths that was making homework a nightmare. After a year at Explore Learning, his confidence is through the roof, and the tutors really understood him.
Despite his anxiety about new places and formal work, he's made 18 months' progress in nine months in some areas. Staff engage with his special interests, reduce pressure and make adjustments like wobble cushions so he can feel safe and engage.
Two years ago, I had a very anxious nine-year-old, newly diagnosed with ASD and struggling massively at school. He's now working a year ahead in maths, on target in English, and thriving. "Thank you" doesn't seem enough.
They truly get his personality, his humour, and how his autism presents. He had a meltdown there once, and it was handled so calmly that I have no worries at all about him attending.
Any SEN mum knows how hard it is to find somewhere that doesn't run from a child needing more than average. 10/10 recommend.
My child has high-functioning autism and had developed a real fear of maths that was making homework a nightmare. After a year at Explore Learning, his confidence is through the roof, and the tutors really understood him.
Despite his anxiety about new places and formal work, he's made 18 months' progress in nine months in some areas. Staff engage with his special interests, reduce pressure and make adjustments like wobble cushions so he can feel safe and engage.
How much does autism tutoring cost?
Choose the location and number of lessons each week you would like. We also offer 11 Plus, Entrance Exams and GCSE maths tuition.
Autism tutoring FAQs
The questions we're asked most by SEND parents, answered honestly.
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