Virtual Tutor Support Services
Enabling Growth
Virtual Tutor Support Services is a tutoring resource. Providing its services to students in need of improving their academics and helping non natives learn and improve their English.
TRY OUT ENGLISH ON THE GO!!
About Us
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Our Services
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ABOUT US
Virtual Tutor Support Services is an online tutoring agency dedicated to helping students reach their full academic potential through personalized, curriculum-aligned support. Established in 2021 by Cedric Petersen and now managed by Lleyton Petersen, our mission is to provide learner-centred, results-driven tutoring that not only improves academic performance but also builds confidence and a love for learning.
We work with students across a range of educational systems, including CAPS, DBE, GCSE, and IGCSE, offering tailored tutoring in Mathematics, Economics, English, Afrikaans and more. Our team supports learners of all ages and levels, whether they are preparing for exams, strengthening foundational skills, or navigating key academic transitions such as moving from primary to high school.
A key part of our offering is English language support for non-native speakers. We help learners improve reading comprehension, writing skills, grammar, vocabulary, and overall language confidence. We also provide guidance on English literature, including setwork and prescribed poetry for Grades 8–12.
Lleyton Petersen
Lleyton possesses valuable experience in providing English language tutoring services to individuals of diverse age groups and proficiency levels, ranging from novice A1 learners to advanced C level students. In addition, he has helped learners prepare and succeed in the IELTS examination, if it aligns with their learning objectives.
Prior to his English language tutoring career, he worked alongside representatives to market and sell life cover and related products on a casual/job shadowing basis. This role provided him with an opportunity to interact with clients from diverse backgrounds and age groups and develop the essential skill of building a strong rapport with them.
“It brings me joy when I can help and assist students in reaching their learning goals, such as broadening their English vocabulary, practicing conversational skills, improving their overall confidence in speaking the language, and customizing lessons to their specific needs.” – Lleyton Petersen
Abby Verhaelst
Meet Abby, a dedicated tutor with a passion for imparting knowledge and ensuring her students’ success. Graduating with distinction in Bachelor of Commerce, majoring in Business Management and Human Resource Management, Abby possesses the ability to communicate complex information in a way that students easily comprehend.
Abby compiles student reports and diligently tracks their progress. Her commitment to education goes beyond the classroom; she gives her all, ensuring her students receive the support they need. Specializing in Mathematics, Economics, English, and Afrikaans, Abby aids students in their transition from primary to high school mathematics, making daunting subjects more approachable from the very first tutor session.
Abby’s tutoring journey has not only contributed to her students’ academic advancement but has also deepened her care and investment in their education. She goes beyond teaching, providing personalized study methods tailored to each student. With her ability to simplify lesson plans in alignment with specific curriculum objectives, Abby is poised to make an immediate and noticeable impact on your institution’s educational standards.
Colene Petersen
Colene is a caring and dedicated English tutor who enjoys helping non-native English speakers feel more confident using the language.
She works with learners of all ages, from young children to adults, and takes the time to understand each student’s goals and challenges.
Her lessons are calm, supportive, and personalised, creating a safe space where students can learn at their own pace and feel comfortable making mistakes.
Colene focuses on practical, everyday English while helping students steadily improve their speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills.
She believes that confidence is just as important as knowledge and is committed to helping every student grow, improve, and enjoy the learning process.
Awards Recieved
We are delighted to announce that Virtual Tutor Support Services has won an Education and Training Award for the Best Training Resource Support Consultancy 2023 – South Africa.
This demonstrates our ongoing commitment to Organizations and their people, in providing excellence in learning and skills development.
OUR SERVICES
ESL Classes (English as a Second Language)
Our ESL classes are designed for non-native English speakers of all levels who want to build confidence and fluency in both spoken and written English. We focus on vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, and practical communication skills, ensuring each learner can use English effectively in school, work, and everyday life.
To get started, we offer a complimentary placement test to identify your ideal starting level. This ensures your lessons are personalized to your proficiency, goals, and learning style, so you make progress quickly and confidently.
For detailed information about our English classes and pricing, include the PDF download link.
Tutor Support Services
Boost your confidence and results with personalized tutoring in English, Maths, and more. Our experienced tutors create custom learning plans tailored to your needs, helping you master challenging concepts and excel in school.
With flexible online sessions and a student-focused approach, learning fits seamlessly into your schedule.
Join the many students who’ve achieved their academic goals with our support—your success starts here!
🌟 Showcasing Our English Tutor’s Outstanding Dedication 🌟
With over 2,700 classes taught since 2021, Lleyton brings exceptional experience and commitment to every lesson. From personalized private lessons to dynamic group sessions, each class is carefully crafted to help students reach their full potential.
Abby has taught over 1,000 classes since 2022, showing the same passion, consistency, and dedication to student growth and success. Her supportive teaching style helps learners build confidence while strengthening their English skills step by step.
Colene has already completed over 250 classes since joining us in 2025, demonstrating strong dedication, enthusiasm, and a genuine commitment to helping students improve and succeed.
Ready to elevate your English skills with tutors who are truly passionate about teaching? Join us and experience quality lessons backed by thousands of hours of professional teaching. Let’s make progress together! ✨📚
“Dear Abby, thank you for all your amazing work with Conor from day one. You never seem to give up on him and therefore he has moved from strength to strength.”
“Thank you very much for all your guidance and assistance this year as well. We truly appreciate it. It has really helped Layla tremendously.”
Previous Services Offered
(no longer in practice)
Facilitation – We assist in facilitating non-credit bearing and credit bearing courses falling within our scope.
Moderation – Acting as an external Moderator we moderate Assessor work and provide them with meaningful feedback as part of their continuous development.
Assessment – Our experience in assessment practices, affords us the opportunity to provide guidance and support to learners, to achieve competency in a particular learning programme.
Skills Development/Needs analysis & planning – With Skills Development planning being crucial to the success of an organisation, we assist in identifying, training programmes and providers, that will assist the Organisation to upskill their workforce and linking this to their Workplace Skills Plan.
Guidance & Support – We assist learners feeing anxious about completing a Portfolio of Evidence. We will unpack the specific outcomes and provide context.
REAL STUDENTS, REAL PROGRESS:
SEE WHAT SOME HAVE TO SAY ABOUT OUR TUTORS!”
Amira – 2022 “This experience was quite special. The material never failed to engage my attention. I liked how we got a chance to talk about our day in the beginning of each class, and I loved the variety of strategies that are used in each class. I’d surely love to get another chance to join such a wonderful course again!”
Naya – 2022 “Entering this course was very entertaining and beneficial for me. I really enjoyed learning new words and practicing conversation using several different methods. I really enjoyed the role-plays especially because I got to improvise many conversation topics. I’ve also loved the great variety of topics and how most of them are relatable. This course was very useful to improve my English. Thanks to my Tutor Lleyton”
Vera – 2023 “During my time as a student at the academy, I have been able to develop my English. I have come to believe that this experience will help me to develop into a better think as well. I enjoyed every lesson with classes I’ve taken. (Especially the role-plays)
I’d like to say I’m very grateful for all the effort, support and helping me learn this beautiful language over the past 6 months. Thank you.”
Fahad – 2023 IELTS Student – “To begin with, the ILETS test is not only about how good you are in the English language, however you must learn the tips and the skills of it. I joined an English academy, and I was lucky to be with Mr. Lleyton Petersen. In the beginning it was not easy for me to focus 100% as I work/travel a lot. Sometimes taking classes during my work hours. Honestly, with Mr. Petersen my life became easier. We enjoyed having those classes and the secret in my opinion, was his way of teaching”.
Nouf – 2024 “Hello, this is Nouf, one of the students with a big dream to improve my English. I have many goals I’ve been working on and will continue to pursue as much as possible. Over the last 6 months, my main goals have been to speak English with more confidence and to understand it better. I believe I’m making progress because I can see improvements in my listening and speaking skills, which is amazing.
One of the most challenging aspects for me is remembering vocabulary and using it when I speak. However, one of the great things we do in class is activities that help me understand how to use words correctly, which reflects in my daily life.
My main goals for the next 6 months are to keep improving my speaking skills and expand my vocabulary.
Lastly, I want to mention my amazing tutor, who I trust and who understands me. He is very patient and helpful, and I would love to continue my learning journey with him until I reach my goals.”
Alla – 2025 “I signed to improve my career and knowledge. The most beneficial parts were speaking and reading. Before starting the course, my reading was very poor, but now it has definitely improved.
The information shared by the teacher helped me not only in my job but also in my daily life and relationships with others. I really enjoyed all the units I studied; they gave me new vocabulary and useful information, which I loved.
Even if this course improved me by a bit, I’d be happy, because this is just the beginning. Finally, speaking English is essential for our lives.”
Bakitha – 2025 I signed up for the English course to improve my speaking, listening, reading, and writing skills. My experience was really good, especially with the flexible class times. The classes covered useful topics that are related to real-life situations, which made it easy to understand and enjoy.
I really liked the vocabulary lessons and role play activities. Even though I hadn’t practiced English for a long time, the communication during class and homework helped a lot. The teacher was patient and always answered our questions, giving us tips on how to improve our language skills.
Overall, it was a great experience, and I feel more confident with my English now.”
English on the Go
🚀 Introducing: English on-the-Go! Your Personalized, Bite-Sized Learning Experience! 🚀
Are you a busy professional, student, or someone with a hectic schedule but still eager to improve your English? We have just the solution for you!
🎯 English on-the-Go is a subscription-based service that delivers affordable, personalized, easy-to-digest English content directly to your inbox or WhatsApp for even easier access, weekly—designed to fit seamlessly into your lifestyle. (Yes, that’s right, you get 4 weeks of micro lessons per month!!)
🌟 What Makes English on-the-Go So Great?
Imagine having a mini-English class on-demand, that fits into your breaks, commutes, or downtime. Whether you’re brushing up on your business English or mastering conversational phrases, our micro-learning format ensures you get meaningful progress without interrupting your busy day! 🌍📚
💡 How Does It Work?
Personalized Learning Journey: Start by taking a fun super quick quiz that helps us understand your current English level, goals, and interests. From there, we tailor content to your needs: Business English, grammar, pronunciation, general English, casual conversation, the list goes on!
Bite-Sized Lessons: All content is easy-to-consume and packed with value:
✨ Phrase of the Day: New idioms, phrases, or word with real-life examples! 🌟
⏱️ Micro-Lessons: Quick, 5–10-minute lessons on grammar, pronunciation, or vocabulary! 🕑
🏅 Quick Quizzes: Test your knowledge and understanding.
🌍 Cultural Insights: Get to know how English works in real-life situations, like understanding slang or common idioms!
Micro-Engagement, Maximum Impact: Consistency is key! With weekly content, you can engage with short lessons that keep you motivated without overwhelming your schedule.
🎥 Exclusive Premium Features: For those who want more, unlock exclusive perks:
🎤 Webinars: 2 x 30-minute live sessions each month where you can ask questions and discuss tricky topics!
💌 One-on-One Feedback: Receive personalized feedback and assessments during your sessions.
💥 Why Should You Sign Up?
✅ Learn on Your Terms: Choose weekly content delivery. No more excuses!
✅ Fit Learning into Your Life: Whether you’re commuting, working out, or enjoying a coffee break, you can keep learning.
✅ Easy-to-Consume: Get all the English you need in bite-sized pieces. 5-10 minutes a day is all it takes to see progress!
✅ Gamified Progress: Track your learning and feel motivated every step of the way!
🌈 How to Get Started
- Sign Up: Visit our website (which you currently on) – https://virtualtutorss.com/ and take the super quick questionnaire to start your personalized learning journey.
English On The Go Quick Questionnaire – https://form.jotform.com/250420843314548
- Choose Your Plan: Pick the subscription that works best for you.
- Start Learning: And that’s it!! Get your first mini lesson delivered straight to your inbox and start improving!
💸 Pricing Plans
Basic Plan: $20/month – Weekly bite-sized lessons delivered right to your inbox! Perfect for steady progress without overwhelming your schedule. (4 weeks of micro lessons, something new each day relating to your goal for that month !!)
Premium Plan: $40/month – Unlock all features, including 2 x 30-minute live sessions per month, and personalized feedback at any time.
✨ Make English a Part of Your Week—Learn in 5- 10 Minute Sessions
OUR PREVIOUS CLIENTS
Testimonial:
‘’I have co-facilitated with Cedric and found that he is highly professional, takes his work seriously and develops a great rapport with his learners. He has much experience in training and facilitating along with natural talent. By drawing on the learner’s experience that they bring to the learning environment, he can facilitate learning and build on what learners already know’’
Testimonial:
“Cedric provides associate training services to SLS on an ongoing basis in both Leadership and Personal Development training. Both Clients and Learners love interacting with Cedric. A highly experienced and trusted learning partner. Thank you, Cedric, for your continued support. Terry Coxen, Managing Director, Successful Learning Solutions, United Kingdom.”
Testimonial:
“Cedric has facilitated learners for us through our eLearning platform. He has also developed online videos, which we use in our course material.
He has an amazing rapport with our learners, engaging them in the webinar. Due to his extensive knowledge and easy manner, he earns their trust. We highly recommend his service.”
Jan Alexander
CEO|Assessor|MPRE|MIEA
Testimonial:
“Just a short note to thank you for the amazing work you are doing for our Igniters.
We have received very positive feedback from the Igniters and also from Dynamic Leadership.
We are happy to have you on board and we sincerely hope that we can have a long and fruitful relationship well into the future.”
Mike Barr
KW Dynamic | Operating Partner
CONTACT US
Address:
Greenbay Estate, Gordons Bay, South Africa
Email Address:
Whatsapp Business:
+27 69 514 6134