Personal tutoring in Johannesburg

When students are believed in, they bloom

Innerbloom was founded on the belief that when children feel supported, understood, and believed in, they bloom. We offer online and in-person tutoring for Grade 0 - 12 learners across CAPS, IEB, and Cambridge, helping children grow inside and outside the classroom.

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We tutor from:

Grade 0 - 12

Cambridge • IEB • CAPS

Innerbloom Founder holding books and an apple, providing Grade 0-12 personal tutoring from in bedfordview, linksfield and Pretoria.

Deandra Van Der Bank

Founder of Innerbloom Tutoring

Online Tutoring

In-Person Tutoring

A tutor changed my life when I was in Grade 4. She helped me improve my marks, gave me confidence and helped me believe in myself. Innerbloom was created so every student can have someone in their corner, like I did.

- Deandra

Every tutor is:

✓ Criminal record checked

✓ SAPS Police Clearance Certificate

✓ National Senior Certificate verified

Where we want to go

The Future of Innerbloom

  • Where I want to take Innerbloom

    My dream is to build a holistic educational and wellness centre where children and families can access tutoring, educational support, and specialised services under one roof.

  • My goal with Innerbloom

    I envision a place where tutors, educational psychologists, psychologists, remedial therapists, occupational therapists, and play therapists work together to support every child.

  • Why do I do all of this?

    Every child deserves to feel safe, to be seen, to feel supported, and to be reminded how much they are capable of.

Innerbloom founder laughing while holding a laptop and INNERBLOOM letter tiles, offering online and personal tutoring

Grade 0 to Grade 12 Tutoring

Academic support and guidance from grade 0-12, helping every child reach their full potential

From building strong foundations in the early years to preparing for the pressuring demands of Matric, Innerbloom supports learners through every stage of their educational journey.

  • Junior Phase

    Grade 0 - 4 Tutoring

    Cambridge

    IEB

    CAPS

    All Subjects

    These foundational years shape how a child feels about learning. Our tutors create a patient and encouraging environment where learners build strong foundations, grow confidence and discover that learning can be fun.

    Online or In-person lessons
    Available as a once-off lesson or ongoing tutoring
    Get your child startedSee Pricing

  • Intermediate Phase

    Grade 5 - 7 Tutoring

    Cambridge

    IEB

    CAPS

    All Subjects

    These developmental years are about more than academics. Our tutors help young learners build confidence, develop essential skills, and create positive learning experiences that make learning enjoyable.

    Online or In-person lessons
    Available as a once-off lesson or ongoing tutoring
    Get your child startedSee Pricing

  • Senior Phase

    Grade 8 - 12 Tutoring

    Cambridge

    IEB

    CAPS

    All Subjects

    These are the senior years where the stress and pressure starts rising. Our senior tutors know how to help your child manage stress, reduce that overwhelmed feeling and help them grasp the learning material.

    Online or In-person lessons
    Available as a once-off lesson or ongoing tutoring
    Get your child startedSee Pricing

Online & in-person tutoring across Johannesburg

We do online sessions but some learners just bloom better in person

Your child doesn't need to go anywhere. We travel across Johannesburg and into Pretoria to bring the session to you. And if you're outside our in-person radius or just prefer online, every session we offer is available on screen too.

Our in-person tutoring radius

Tell us where you're based and we will bring the support to you or via online.

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Inside Innerbloom

The Heart Behind Innerbloom

Innerbloom Tutoring founder smiling and holding INNERBLOOM letter tiles

Deandra Van Der Bank

St Andrew’s School For Girls Alumni

Long before Innerbloom existed, I understood what it felt like to be part of a family navigating educational challenges. My older sister attended remedial schooling, and from a young age I watched my parents do everything they could to find the right support for her. I saw the emotional, financial, and practical challenges that many families quietly carry when trying to help a child succeed.

As for me, academics didn’t always come naturally. I loved sport, being active, and spending time outdoors, but school often felt like something I had to work much harder at than everyone else. Everything changed when I met my tutor in Grade 4. The impact she had on my life never left me.

Years later, during COVID-19, my younger sister in Grade 4 began facing her own academic challenges. As I worked alongside her, I saw the same transformation happen again. With the right support, encouragement, and patience, her confidence began to grow.

Soon other families started reaching out for help. One learner became two. Two became five.
As the demand grew, I realised I could only support so many children on my own. I wanted to reach more families, create opportunities for passionate tutors, and mentor others who shared the same heart for education that I did.

That’s when I realised Innerbloom needed to become something bigger than just me.
Then I founded Innerbloom.

Sometimes the greatest gift a tutor can give a child isn’t better marks. It’s helping them believe in themselves and the rest falls in place

How I got here

BA in Education and Psychology

Honours in Educational Psychology

6 years teaching and tutoring

BA in Alternative Education

PGCE in Intermediate Phase Teaching

I founded Innerbloom because I believe every child deserves to feel capable, supported, and understood.

- Deandra

Pricing structures for each phase

Our personal tutoring rates per grade billed hourly

      Grade 0 - 4 Tutoring

      R350

      /per hour

      Shorter sessions are charged pro-rata.

      Get your child started
      CAPS · IEB · Cambridge
      All subjects + Exam preparation
      In-person in Johannesburg, or online
      Once-off sessions or ongoing tutoring
      Study and Exam Workshops

        Grade 5 - 7 Tutoring

        R380

        /per hour

        Shorter sessions are charged pro-rata.

        Get your child started
        CAPS · IEB · Cambridge
        All subjects + Exam preparation
        In-person in Johannesburg, or online
        Once-off sessions or ongoing tutoring
        Study and Exam Workshops

          Grade 8 - 12 Tutoring

          R400

          /per hour

          Shorter sessions are charged pro-rata.

          Get your child started
          CAPS · IEB · Cambridge
          All subjects + Exam preparation
          In-person in Johannesburg, or online
          Once-off sessions or ongoing tutoring
          Study and Exam Workshops

        Stories from our happy parents

        A few of the moments that remind us why we do this 

        The messages that make every lesson worthwhile, the journeys we’ve been privileged to be part of and the words from the families who have trusted us with their children.

        Start their Bloom Journey

        We have had a wonderful experience with inner bloom. My daughter received tutoring in Maths, Accounting and English. We’ve seen a real difference in both her confidence and understanding. The tutors are knowledgeable, supportive and genuinely invested in their students’ success. What really sets Innerbloom apart, is the founder’s hands-on approach. She regularly checks in with both my daughter and I to make sure things are going well. That personal attention and genuine care really make all the difference. I highly recommend Innerbloom to any parent looking for a dedicated and caring tutoring company.

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        Claudia

        Parent- Grade 10 Learner

        Really happy with Innerbloom Tutoring! My daughter who is in Grade 6 has gained so much confidence and her marks have improved drastically. Our wonderful tutor Deandra explains things in a way that actually makes sense, and sessions are always positive. What stands out the most is that each session has a personalised approach to daughter’s needs, and there is consistent feedback so we always know how things are going. Our daughter actually looks forward to the sessions, which says everything!

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        Sarah

        Parent - Grade 6 Learner

        Common questions

        Everything you'd want to know before you enquire

        Moving house or schedule changes happen so just speak to our team about the new location or new schedule adjustments and we’ll do our best to accommodate. Online tutoring also means location changes don’t have to interrupt your child’s sessions.

        Just the basics, your child’s grade, their school, the subjects they need help with, and whether you’d prefer in-person or online. That’s enough for us to get started.

        Either party can end the agreement with 30 days written notice. There’s no penalty for leaving — we just ask for that notice so we can wrap things up properly for your child and their tutor.

        We’d prefer you come to us first. Innerbloom is the point of contact for anything admin-related, scheduling, feedback, concerns, or complaints. It keeps things professional and means nothing falls through the cracks.

        No. All payments go to Innerbloom Tutoring directly. You should never pay a tutor in cash or privately. If any tutor asks you to pay them in cash, please let us know immediately.

        We ask for at least 24 hours’ notice. Cancel with less than that and the session is charged in full as your tutor has already blocked that time out. If your child doesn’t show up without any notice, the same applies. Genuine emergencies are handled with common discretion, just reach out to us as soon as you can.

        Yes, and you don’t need to feel bad about asking. We build a trial month into every new placement specifically so there’s room to get it right. If the match isn’t working, come to us directly and we’ll take it from there. Your child shouldn’t have to sit through sessions that aren’t helping them.

        Start their Bloom Journey