English as a foreign language tutors in Edinburgh typically charge between £15 and £30 per hour. The cost of English tuition can vary depending on the location of the tutor, the mode of classes - whether they’re face-to-face or online, as well as the tutor’s qualifications and professional experience.
EFL Tutors in Edinburgh Near Me
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 £10/hr First class free Olivia Humanities graduate with a passion for teaching English as a foreign languageI'm committed to making language learning enjoyable, engaging and effective. I prioritize my students' linguistic needs, interests and skil... Humanities graduate with a passion for teaching English as a foreign languageI'm committed to making language learning enjoyable, engaging and effective. I prioritize my students' linguistic needs, interests and skil... |
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£9/hr Lee Nurse available to teach english as a foreign language. Patient, enthusiastic and happy to helpNurse available to teach english as a foreign language. Patient, enthusiastic and happy to help. Nurse available to teach english as a foreign language. Patient, enthusiastic and happy to helpNurse available to teach english as a foreign language. Patient, enthusiastic and happy to help. |
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 £15/hr 5.0(1 Reviews)Aliena I'm Aliena , currently a french student at the university of edinburgh I provide interactive and engaging english lessonsHello, I'm Aliena I'a, currently a student at the University of Edinburgh. Having completed the International Baccalaureate (IB) in a board... I'm Aliena , currently a french student at the university of edinburgh I provide interactive and engaging english lessonsHello, I'm Aliena I'a, currently a student at the University of Edinburgh. Having completed the International Baccalaureate (IB) in a board... |
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 £30/hr Gabriela I teach English as a second language. I am based in Edinburgh, but I also teach online classes.I am a private tutor, with experience in teaching both children and adults. I am fluent in Polish and communicative in Russian, so I am a p... I teach English as a second language. I am based in Edinburgh, but I also teach online classes.I am a private tutor, with experience in teaching both children and adults. I am fluent in Polish and communicative in Russian, so I am a p... |
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 £18/hr First class free Annita Nitsaidou English Tutor for Beginners/Intermediate LearnersI have a BA in English Language and Literature backed by 5 years of experience teaching Greek natives English as a foreign/second language. English Tutor for Beginners/Intermediate LearnersI have a BA in English Language and Literature backed by 5 years of experience teaching Greek natives English as a foreign/second language. |
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 £22/hr Devin I am currently working as an Irish-American Teacher of English in Dublin, but I am moving to Edinburgh to go back to schoolI have experience teaching English as a foreign language in Emerald Cultural Institute in Dublin, but I have also taught theatre and music... I am currently working as an Irish-American Teacher of English in Dublin, but I am moving to Edinburgh to go back to schoolI have experience teaching English as a foreign language in Emerald Cultural Institute in Dublin, but I have also taught theatre and music... |
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 £25/hr First class free Jonathan English Tutor teaches students of all agesI love teaching and have taught English as a foreign language in Japan and China. I have taught students from children to adults and school... English Tutor teaches students of all agesI love teaching and have taught English as a foreign language in Japan and China. I have taught students from children to adults and school... |
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 £14/hr Ola Newly qualified CELTA teacher based in Edinburgh. As an English learner myself, I understand my students' challenges.I am a newly qualified CELTA teacher based in Edinburgh, where I am eager to contribute to the vibrant language learning community. Having... Newly qualified CELTA teacher based in Edinburgh. As an English learner myself, I understand my students' challenges.I am a newly qualified CELTA teacher based in Edinburgh, where I am eager to contribute to the vibrant language learning community. Having... |
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 £20/hr Katherine catchpole I give private lessons in English as a Foreign Language, tailored to your level and needsI have experience teaching and leading groups, and have an extensive understanding of the English language. In qualified up to a masters le... I give private lessons in English as a Foreign Language, tailored to your level and needsI have experience teaching and leading groups, and have an extensive understanding of the English language. In qualified up to a masters le... |
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 £25/hr First class free Rafi English & foreign tutor for all ages to learn the basics & more skills from nursery to secondary!Impeccable English & Foreign Language Tutoring from Rafi! Unlock your linguistic potential with tailored private lessons. From nursery to s... English & foreign tutor for all ages to learn the basics & more skills from nursery to secondary!Impeccable English & Foreign Language Tutoring from Rafi! Unlock your linguistic potential with tailored private lessons. From nursery to s... |
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 £25/hr Ksenia EFL teacher based in Edinburgh with more than 10 years of experience teaching both online and offline.The biggest part of learning a foreign language is the motivation. I make sure the student has it, I help find and maintain it. I am infatu... EFL teacher based in Edinburgh with more than 10 years of experience teaching both online and offline.The biggest part of learning a foreign language is the motivation. I make sure the student has it, I help find and maintain it. I am infatu... |
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 £40/hr Dawn Henderson I have wide experience in the teaching of English Language and Literature including teaching English as a Foreign Language .My teaching is person-centred and I aim to make a confident and fluent English speaker through innovative tasks , role play , thorough and... I have wide experience in the teaching of English Language and Literature including teaching English as a Foreign Language .My teaching is person-centred and I aim to make a confident and fluent English speaker through innovative tasks , role play , thorough and... |
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£18/hr Yunlong Chen I'm easy going and thoughtful while teaching. I'm willing to help students who are struggling with English as a foreign language.I'm fluent in English. While studying in Edinburgh as an English Literature student, I'm good at English grammar and writing. So, I think i... I'm easy going and thoughtful while teaching. I'm willing to help students who are struggling with English as a foreign language.I'm fluent in English. While studying in Edinburgh as an English Literature student, I'm good at English grammar and writing. So, I think i... |
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 £15/hr First class free Darina Enthusiasm and hard work allowed me to be fluent in English and provide good tutoring services to students from all over the worldI’m a young open-minded person with a Bachelor’s degree in Languages. I have 1 year experience tutoring English as a second language to bot... Enthusiasm and hard work allowed me to be fluent in English and provide good tutoring services to students from all over the worldI’m a young open-minded person with a Bachelor’s degree in Languages. I have 1 year experience tutoring English as a second language to bot... |
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 £15/hr Enkeinta Hi.My English before 8 years was very bad and understanding what the others were talking to me was the worst part. This is the reason why i would like teach people English like foreign language. I can speak and understand very well italian. My home lanHi.My English before 8 years was very bad and understanding what the others were talking to me was the worst part.
This is the reason why... Hi.My English before 8 years was very bad and understanding what the others were talking to me was the worst part. This is the reason why i would like teach people English like foreign language. I can speak and understand very well italian. My home lanHi.My English before 8 years was very bad and understanding what the others were talking to me was the worst part.
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 £20/hr First class free Vasco English/Portuguese/Spanish tutor teaches remotelyExperienced tutor offering private lessons in English, Portuguese, and Spanish. With expertise in teaching foreign language and cultures, V... English/Portuguese/Spanish tutor teaches remotelyExperienced tutor offering private lessons in English, Portuguese, and Spanish. With expertise in teaching foreign language and cultures, V... |
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 £20/hr First class free Simon Munga English, Maths and Economics teacher for all agesI have a masters degree in Finance and Economics. I have been a tutor for over 4 years for both in person and online. Currently looking to... English, Maths and Economics teacher for all agesI have a masters degree in Finance and Economics. I have been a tutor for over 4 years for both in person and online. Currently looking to... |
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 £15/hr First class free Kevisha An english tutor who teaches to be proficient in English as a foreign languageAn english tutor who teaches to be proficient in English as a foreign language |
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 £15/hr Nakul I worked amazon DLS where i had to talk to american employees which gave me good grasp at the english language in the way of communication.I have given private english lessons to children whome had english as their second language. And I have been able to make those children co... I worked amazon DLS where i had to talk to american employees which gave me good grasp at the english language in the way of communication.I have given private english lessons to children whome had english as their second language. And I have been able to make those children co... |
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£18/hr Christophe Sagnet Speak English Fluently: Book Your Class Today!Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey towards mastering English? Look no further! With 8 years of experience teaching English, I a... Speak English Fluently: Book Your Class Today!Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey towards mastering English? Look no further! With 8 years of experience teaching English, I a... |
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Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
💲 How much do English as a foreign language tutors charge per hour?
💭 Is it worth it to find a tutor for English as a foreign language?
The answer to this question can be relatively subjective but most students find it’s absolutely worth it to hire a private tutor when learning English. Private tutors can offer students personalised lessons which cater to their individual needs, goals and learning styles.
🧒 Are there private English tutors for children?
Yes, you can easily find English as a foreign language tutors for children near you. You can find tutors by simply doing an online search for “private tutors for children near me.”
🤔 What do EFL tutors do?
English as a foreign language tutors can help those learning English accelerate their language learning with private and tailored classes. They can personalise English lessons according to the needs of the pupil, whether they’re learning English as a beginner, preparing for a job interview in English, or studying towards an official English exam.
🧐 How do I find an English tutor?
There are many ways in which you can find a tutor for English lessons:
- You can ask friends and family if they have any recommendations.
- You can check local tuition centres to see if you can find private or group lessons in English.
- Search online platforms like FindTutors where you can connect with different tutors.
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The benefits of learning English
There is no doubt that learning English offers a host of benefits, some of which we have outlined below:
- English is one of the most spoken languages in the world, so is often chosen as the language of communication in business and travel. With learning English, you open the door to more opportunities to meet new people.
- Many companies require you to speak English nowadays, so learning the language can improve your job prospects.
- Learning a foreign language can improve your cognitive skills and memory.
Types of English as a foreign language lessons
There are various types of English lessons you can take according to your specific needs, some of which we have detailed below:
- Group English lessons. Group lessons often work out slightly cheaper than private lessons so are a great idea if you’re on a budget. You can also meet new people in your English tutoring, learn from them and practise English with them.
- Private English lessons. For those who feel like they don’t get the individualised attention they need in a busy group class, private lessons may be exactly what you’re looking for. A private tutor can cater their English lessons specifically for you.
- Conversation classes. If you already have some knowledge of English and simply want to improve your conversational skills, conversation classes are a great option for you. These can be taken one-to-one with a private tutor or in a group.
What to look for in an English as a foreign language tutor
Once you’ve made the decision to find a private tutor for English lessons, you may be wondering what skills and qualities you should be looking for.
- Qualifications and experience. While it’s not completely necessary for a private tutor to have professional qualifications, in some cases it’s ideal. Likewise, experience doesn’t necessarily guarantee a great tutor, but if for example you’re preparing for a specific English exam, your tutor should be experienced in teaching students for this exam and should have knowledge of the exam requirements.
- Teaching style. Many English tutors have different styles of teaching but what’s most important is that they can adapt their teaching style to your individual learning needs. So if you learn better by doing, your tutor should have interactive lessons prepared.
- Availability and cost. It might seem like an obvious point, but you should ensure your tutor’s availability matches yours and that their prices fall within your chosen budget.
Learning English online
You may be wondering if it’s possible for you to learn English online and the answer is absolutely! There are many tutors offering English lessons online, and often at a competitive price. You can find plenty of online tutors on the FindTutors platform by filtering your search.
When taking English tuition online, you should ensure that you have the following:
- A device with a working webcam and microphone.
- A strong and reliable internet connection.
- A quiet area from which you can take your online classes.
So whether you decide to take private English lessons, group lessons, or English classes online, start searching today and find the best English tutors in Edinburgh for you.