The 10 best-rated tutors in Portsmouth, VA average 4.9★ on Google across 517 reviews. Kumon Math and Reading Center of Virginia Beach - Haygood has the top rating (5.0★), and Sylvan Learning of North Suffolk has the most reviews (87). Updated October 25, 2026.
10 companies that meet our bar: rated 4.5★ or higher on Google, with a meaningful review history (517 reviews combined) and currently operating. Request a call back and the company will phone you directly.
“Great experience with the Kumon reading program in the Haygood area. My grandson already seems more confident after just a month, and I’ve noticed him checking his spelling more carefully. Very happy with his…” — Google review
“I am extremely grateful for the tutors. They are knowledgeable and care that the kids learn and improve their math skills. Julie is an exceptional administrator. She carefully hires quality tutors; manages the local…” — Google review
“We absolutely love Mathnasium! Our son has gained so much confidence in math, and it’s been amazing to see his attitude toward learning change. Math is now fun for him, and he loves that the work is challenging while…” — Google review
“Mathnasium has really helped my son. He’s in 3rd grade now, but almost failed in 2nd because he couldn’t explain what he was struggling with and he would get very angry. After starting Mathnasium, he began to…” — Google review
“This is a wonderful place to further your child’s educational development. My daughter has been ahead of her class ever since introducing her here during the summer. It has been an amazing experience for her. She…” — Google review
“Mrs.Smith had a D Lab today on goals it was very helpful because helped me write personal goals and what I need to do to achieve them and get on the right path.” — Google review
“This was the easiest portfolio I have ever done! Amy was so helpful and insightful for all my kids; I have one with ADHD, one with Dyslexia, and one with an intellectual disability. Once I submitted all three she…” — Google review
“I needed an extra push to pass my ASVAB, and they helped me get there! I’m extremely satisfied with my score and truly appreciate all the help and patience. Thanks again!” — Google review
“Tidewater Tutors was an Amazing experience for my Child !!! In the beginning she wasn't confident and really STRUGGLING with Math but after a few months with Tidewater Tutors online my daughter has went up a Letter…” — Google review
“We had a wonderful experience with Mathnasium! They were always willing to go the extra mile with making sure our daughter had all the help she needed. Easy to work with, very communicative, and wonderful tutors.” — Google review
We scan Google Maps for tutor listings in and around Portsmouth, keep only open businesses whose main category matches the service, and require a Google rating of at least 4.5 from at least 20 reviews. Companies are ordered by a confidence-weighted score that balances rating and review volume. We do not accept payment for placement.
Kumon Math and Reading Center of Virginia Beach - Haygood has the highest Google rating on our Portsmouth list: 5.0 out of 5 from 64 reviews (as of October 25, 2026).
Sylvan Learning of North Suffolk has the most Google reviews among the companies listed here: 87, with a 4.8★ average.
Only open Portsmouth-area businesses whose Google category matches the service, rated at least 4.5★ from at least 20 Google reviews. They are ordered by a confidence-weighted score of rating and review volume. Placement is never paid.