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Private lessons tailored for your level and needs.
£12/hr
Virajika
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

Private lessons tailored for your level and needs.

I tailor lessons to each students needs using clear explanations, practice and feedback to build understanding confidence and independent l...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

Private lessons tailored for your level and needs.

I tailor lessons to each students needs using clear explanations, practice and feedback to build understanding confidence and independent l...
Would you like to learn with an inspiring tutor who will tailor lessons to help you learn creatively and successfully?
£35/hr
First class free
Sarah
CountyLondon, Blackfriars, City Of ...
SubjectEnglish

Would you like to learn with an inspiring tutor who will tailor lessons to help you learn creatively and successfully?

Personalised lessons to help you build confidence, improve your knowledge and learn to use your creativity and passions for successful resu...
CountyLondon, Blackfriars, City Of ...
SubjectEnglish

Would you like to learn with an inspiring tutor who will tailor lessons to help you learn creatively and successfully?

Personalised lessons to help you build confidence, improve your knowledge and learn to use your creativity and passions for successful resu...
£13/hr
Saikiran Putta
CountyLuton
SubjectEnglish

I provide personalized lessons designed for learners of all levels and ages.

I teach by adapting lessons to your pace and style, using clear explanations, real-life examples, and engaging exercises to help you fully...
CountyLuton
SubjectEnglish

I provide personalized lessons designed for learners of all levels and ages.

I teach by adapting lessons to your pace and style, using clear explanations, real-life examples, and engaging exercises to help you fully...
Learning should be fun, I want to help make it be
£25/hr
Eliza
CountyYork, Clifton (City Of ), Hes...
SubjectEnglish

Learning should be fun, I want to help make it be

Knowledge of a subject does not help anyone if your audience does not comprehend what you are trying to get across. Understanding and compr...
CountyYork, Clifton (City Of ), Hes...
SubjectEnglish

Learning should be fun, I want to help make it be

Knowledge of a subject does not help anyone if your audience does not comprehend what you are trying to get across. Understanding and compr...
£20/hr
Nina
CountyEdgware
SubjectEnglish

I give private one to one lessons aimed at nursery/primary school children. Ages from 2+

I am very passionate about teaching children, enabling them to use their creative nature whilst also developing all their senses. I am frie...
CountyEdgware
SubjectEnglish

I give private one to one lessons aimed at nursery/primary school children. Ages from 2+

I am very passionate about teaching children, enabling them to use their creative nature whilst also developing all their senses. I am frie...
£15/hr
Nina
CountyEdgware
SubjectEnglish

I have level 2 cache certificate. I can teach children from the age of 2 in a nursery setting or in a primary school.

I love teaching children. I am very good with children seeing to their needs and EYFS and keeping them safe and happy. I have level 2 cache...
CountyEdgware
SubjectEnglish

I have level 2 cache certificate. I can teach children from the age of 2 in a nursery setting or in a primary school.

I love teaching children. I am very good with children seeing to their needs and EYFS and keeping them safe and happy. I have level 2 cache...
National 5 & Higher English - First One Lesson is !
£50/hr
5(5 Reviews)
Alan
Verified TutorVerified TutorOnline
CountyStockbridge City Of Edinburgh...
SubjectEnglish: A Level English

National 5 & Higher English - First One Lesson is !

I have an Honours Degree in English Language and Literature, and qualified as a Secondary English Teacher in 2013, with a PGDE from Aberdee...
CountyStockbridge City Of Edinburgh...
SubjectEnglish: A Level English

National 5 & Higher English - First One Lesson is !

I have an Honours Degree in English Language and Literature, and qualified as a Secondary English Teacher in 2013, with a PGDE from Aberdee...
English tutor with experience ranging from primary school to university level education
£20/hr
Dionne
CountyGlasgow
SubjectEnglish

English tutor with experience ranging from primary school to university level education

Firstly, my name is Dionne and thank you for taking an interest in my work! I have an LLB (Hons) degree with First Class Honours from GCU,...
CountyGlasgow
SubjectEnglish

English tutor with experience ranging from primary school to university level education

Firstly, my name is Dionne and thank you for taking an interest in my work! I have an LLB (Hons) degree with First Class Honours from GCU,...
Highly experienced English Teacher and Tutor with track record of outstanding results
£45/hr
First class free
5(1 Reviews)
Jane
Verified TutorVerified TutorDBS checkDBS checkOnline
CountyHastings, Saint Leonards-On-S...
SubjectEnglish

Highly experienced English Teacher and Tutor with track record of outstanding results

I have 14 years' experience of teaching English in secondary schools, alongside working as a private tutor. I am DBS checked and happy to w...
CountyHastings, Saint Leonards-On-S...
SubjectEnglish

Highly experienced English Teacher and Tutor with track record of outstanding results

I have 14 years' experience of teaching English in secondary schools, alongside working as a private tutor. I am DBS checked and happy to w...
DBS checkDBS check
£30/hr
Shelley Moore
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

I provide engaging and bespoke English lessons to children in years 1 - 6 in a supportive manner which allows children to thrive.

I will get to know your child and what helps them learn best in a supportive, caring and fun environment. I have 15 years of Primary schoo...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

I provide engaging and bespoke English lessons to children in years 1 - 6 in a supportive manner which allows children to thrive.

I will get to know your child and what helps them learn best in a supportive, caring and fun environment. I have 15 years of Primary schoo...
£30/hr
Victoria Anderson
CountySouth Wirral
SubjectEnglish

I am adaptable to a range of abilities and provide tailored lessons that work with the students' needs.

I provide a calm, supportive environment and plan material according to the individual needs of the students. I encourage students to devel...
CountySouth Wirral
SubjectEnglish

I am adaptable to a range of abilities and provide tailored lessons that work with the students' needs.

I provide a calm, supportive environment and plan material according to the individual needs of the students. I encourage students to devel...
A CELTA-qualified early-years specialist: I help young learners—and adult beginners—build confident, accurate English.
£35/hr
Andre Candido Ubriaco de Oliveira
CountyLondon
SubjectEnglish

A CELTA-qualified early-years specialist: I help young learners—and adult beginners—build confident, accurate English.

I’m a CELTA-qualified early-years specialist (B.Ed; Licenciatura). I teach inclusively via CLIL, needs analysis, I-do/We-do/You-do, multise...
CountyLondon
SubjectEnglish

A CELTA-qualified early-years specialist: I help young learners—and adult beginners—build confident, accurate English.

I’m a CELTA-qualified early-years specialist (B.Ed; Licenciatura). I teach inclusively via CLIL, needs analysis, I-do/We-do/You-do, multise...
I have many years experience teaching Primary age children.  This would be through exciting and engaging activities.
£30/hr
Sarah
DBS checkDBS check
CountyStafford, Acton Trussell, Bed...
SubjectEnglish: English SATs

I have many years experience teaching Primary age children. This would be through exciting and engaging activities.

I am a qualified teacher with many years experience of teaching all primary school subjects, although English is my speciality. I plan and...
CountyStafford, Acton Trussell, Bed...
SubjectEnglish: English SATs

I have many years experience teaching Primary age children. This would be through exciting and engaging activities.

I am a qualified teacher with many years experience of teaching all primary school subjects, although English is my speciality. I plan and...
DBS checkDBS check
English tutor with 10+ years of professional writing experience
£14/hr
First class free
Jennifer
CountyRetford, Babworth, Clarboroug...
SubjectEnglish: GCSE English, English SATs

English tutor with 10+ years of professional writing experience

I am a full-time writer with more than 10 years of professional experience, making me a fantastic option for children of all ages, who wish...
CountyRetford, Babworth, Clarboroug...
SubjectEnglish: GCSE English, English SATs

English tutor with 10+ years of professional writing experience

I am a full-time writer with more than 10 years of professional experience, making me a fantastic option for children of all ages, who wish...
Confidence-boosting English and Maths tuition for primary school children with an experienced teacher
£40/hr
First class free
Cat
CountyStroud
SubjectEnglish

Confidence-boosting English and Maths tuition for primary school children with an experienced teacher

I have 20 years' experience in teaching all ages, subjects and abilities across the Primary age range, as well as 10 years' experience tuto...
CountyStroud
SubjectEnglish

Confidence-boosting English and Maths tuition for primary school children with an experienced teacher

I have 20 years' experience in teaching all ages, subjects and abilities across the Primary age range, as well as 10 years' experience tuto...
£15/hr
Abigail
CountyDoncaster
SubjectEnglish

A bubbly and outgoing tutor. I am experienced in tutoring students from primary school to undergrad level

I hold a degree in English, A-levels in English language and literature and have 3+ years tutoring experience, both 1-1 and groups. I have...
CountyDoncaster
SubjectEnglish

A bubbly and outgoing tutor. I am experienced in tutoring students from primary school to undergrad level

I hold a degree in English, A-levels in English language and literature and have 3+ years tutoring experience, both 1-1 and groups. I have...
£25/hr
Jenday
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

Hello! I teach beginner English learners for those who want to build a strong foundation in the language.

In our lessons, you will learn: 🔤 The English alphabet (reading & writing) 🗣️ Clear pronunciation of English sounds 🧠 Useful basic vocab...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

Hello! I teach beginner English learners for those who want to build a strong foundation in the language.

In our lessons, you will learn: 🔤 The English alphabet (reading & writing) 🗣️ Clear pronunciation of English sounds 🧠 Useful basic vocab...
Online one-to-one tuition in Edexcel IGCSE nd AQA English Language and Literature
£35/hr
First class free
5(2 Reviews)
Maria A. Semple
Verified TutorVerified TutorDBS checkDBS check
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish: GCSE English

Online one-to-one tuition in Edexcel IGCSE nd AQA English Language and Literature

With nearly twenty years of classroom experience and five years of teaching online, I can plan my lessons in a way which enhances the exist...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish: GCSE English

Online one-to-one tuition in Edexcel IGCSE nd AQA English Language and Literature

With nearly twenty years of classroom experience and five years of teaching online, I can plan my lessons in a way which enhances the exist...
DBS checkDBS check
English language and grammar aimed at students or international learners
£20/hr
Lynn Planterose
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

English language and grammar aimed at students or international learners

Teaching is my passion so I’d like to listen and identify your needs . I will teach you phonetics and the spellings of the English langu...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

English language and grammar aimed at students or international learners

Teaching is my passion so I’d like to listen and identify your needs . I will teach you phonetics and the spellings of the English langu...
Enthusiastic and friendly teacher, looking to help those who are just getting started or need a tune up.
£14/hr
Ollie
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

Enthusiastic and friendly teacher, looking to help those who are just getting started or need a tune up.

I have previous experience teaching English as a foreign language to students in South Africa and Hungary. I will create personalised lesso...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

Enthusiastic and friendly teacher, looking to help those who are just getting started or need a tune up.

I have previous experience teaching English as a foreign language to students in South Africa and Hungary. I will create personalised lesso...
English lessons

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

📖 Why should I hire an English tutor if I’m a native speaker?

There are many reasons to hire an English tutor, even if you’re a native speaker. One of the most common reasons is to get help with passing secondary school exams such as GCSEs, A Levels, Highers, and Nationals.

In general, English tutors can be divided into English language tutors and English literature tutors. English language tutors help students improve their writing, speaking, and reading skills, while English literature tutors assist with studying the works of writers, poets, and playwrights.

You don't have to be a secondary school student to need an English tutor. You might want help developing your writing skills, particularly if you aspire to pursue journalism or become a writer. Alternatively, an English tutor could assist you with crafting articulate essays for university.

👩‍🏫​ How to choose the right English tutor?

To choose the ideal English tutor, consider factors such as experience, teaching methods, availability, price, and qualifications. It’s essential that you feel comfortable with the tutor to maximise your learning experience.

✍️​ What should I expect during English tuition?

Teaching methods vary depending on the English tutor. There is no single correct way to teach a class. If you’re curious about a tutor's teaching style, some offer the first lesson for free, allowing you to experience their approach before committing. On the FindTutors platform, you’ll see “First lesson free” highlighted in the tutor’s advert and profile if it is available. Generally, English classes on FindTutors last one hour, but the duration can be negotiated between the student and teacher.

👀 Where can I find private English classes near me?

You can search for an English tutor near me or find one that offers online lessons using a tutoring marketplace like FindTutors. Both online and in-person classes are excellent ways to improve your English; the method you choose depends on your preferences and availability.

💰How much do private English classes cost?

The cost of private English tuition varies greatly. It depends on factors such as the tutor’s experience and qualifications. Generally, more experienced and qualified English tutors charge more for their time. It can also depend on whether tuition is their full-time job or part-time and whether they teach in person. Prices can range from £6 to £25 an hour.

Private English language and literature classes

The Importance of English Literature and English Language

English literature and English language are integral to our education system, contributing significantly to our personal and professional development. Studying English literature allows us to explore the rich and diverse world of literary works, encompassing different genres, themes, and writing styles. This study enhances critical thinking and analytical skills, enabling us to interpret complex texts. Moreover, it exposes us to various cultures, societies, and perspectives, broadening our understanding of the world.

Having access to a qualified English tutor in these areas further enriches the learning experience, ensuring students receive the guidance necessary to excel.

When Should I or My Child Start Private English Lessons?

The timing depends on your goals. If you’re hiring an A Level English Literature tutor to help pass your A Levels, for example, you should start lessons in September at the beginning of the school year to ensure the tutor has enough time to cover all the necessary topics.

If your goal is more personal, such as improving your writing skills, there’s no specific time frame to achieve a certain level. You can start classes whenever it suits you!

6 Essential Tips for Studying English

Some people find English more challenging than others, which is why hiring a private English tutor can be beneficial. Here are six tips to help you make the most of your private English tuition:

  1. Avoid distractions: Concentration is key when studying subjects like English language and literature. Stay focused during your private English class, as this will help you learn faster.

  2. Write notes: Taking notes during your English classes helps reinforce important information and provides valuable revision material for exams.

  3. Get to know your tutor: Ensure you have a good rapport with your private English tutor. A positive relationship makes learning more enjoyable and less intimidating.

  4. Don’t be afraid of making mistakes: Fear of mistakes can hinder progress. Embrace errors as learning opportunities so your tutor can guide you towards the correct answers.

  5. Do the exercises: To fully grasp English literature or language, it’s important to actively engage with the material. Practise what you’ve learned in your private English classes.

  6. Repetition: Regular and frequent classes are essential for continued progress. A private English tutor will tailor lessons to suit your learning style and ensure consistent improvement.

About Private English Lessons

No matter how many tips you follow, they won’t be effective unless you fully engage in your private lessons with your English tutor.

Private English classes should be dynamic and tailored to your goals, whether you’re preparing for exams or aspiring to write a novel. Take advantage of the undivided attention from your tutor to address any doubts you may have.

Learn English Language and Literature in the UK

If you want to learn English from the best English language tutors in the UK, it's crucial to know how to evaluate their services. With the FindTutors platform, you can review each English tutor’s profile and read feedback from former students.

Identify the teaching method that works best for you. To learn English effectively, ask your tutor to try different teaching techniques until you find the one that suits your learning style.