A Family-Run Mission for
Academic Excellence

Founded by Harry and Sam Hastings, Tutor Recruiter was born from a simple belief: every student deserves access to outstanding, personalised education.

Our Story

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Samantha Hastings

Co-Founder

Harry Hastings

Co-Founder

Tutor Recruiter began as a mother-and-son venture driven by a shared passion for education. With over 25 years of combined experience in tutoring, education consulting, and student mentorship, Harry and Sam saw a gap in the market for truly personalised academic support.

Unlike large tutoring directories that rely on algorithms, we take the time to understand each student's unique needs, learning style, and goals. Every tutor we recommend has been personally vetted, interviewed, and matched to ensure the best possible fit.

Our commitment goes beyond finding a tutor. We provide ongoing support, regular progress updates, and direct WhatsApp access to our team—because we believe education should feel personal, not transactional.

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5-Star Google Reviews

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25+ years experience

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Family-Run Business

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Hundreds of Students Supported

How Do We Choose Our Tutors?

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The Network

Sam and Harry have 25+ years in education and have built an extensive network of professionals.

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The Source

Tutors are teachers who have left the school environment, work in schools part-time, or are high-achieving graduates from prestigious universities (Peer Tutors).

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The Rigor

Every tutor undergoes rigorous background checks, DBS, and professional referencing. We only accept 10% of tutors who apply.

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The Criteria

We look for academic prestige, experience, and strong case studies of student success. They must be personable, approachable, and patient.

Don’t just take our word for it…

Ready to Start Your Learning Journey?

Discover how Tutor Recruiter can help you or your child see success with tailored, expert tutoring. Let us match you with the perfect tutor today!

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Co-Founders of Tutor Recruiter

Samantha & Harry Hastings