Private tuition for secondary school students is designed to help students revise and improve their understanding of the subjects they study in school. The private tutor works with the student to set learning objectives, explore topics in more depth and develop study techniques. This type of tutoring can also address specific topics, such as subjects in which the student needs extra help, or prepare for exams. Common types of tutors for secondary school students include: English tutors, chemistry tutors, biology tutors, maths and physics tutors.
Secondary school tutors
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 £27/hr Evelyne If you want to improve your grammar or gain confidence in speaking, I can help you!I have experience in private tutoring especially with teenagers in small groups and one to ones. I am capable of adapting to the needs of t... If you want to improve your grammar or gain confidence in speaking, I can help you!I have experience in private tutoring especially with teenagers in small groups and one to ones. I am capable of adapting to the needs of t... |
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 £20/hr First class free Gul Amen My lessons suit beginners and advanced learners seeking progress.I teach by breaking topics into simple steps, using clear and real life examples, encouraging questions, and providing tailored practice so... My lessons suit beginners and advanced learners seeking progress.I teach by breaking topics into simple steps, using clear and real life examples, encouraging questions, and providing tailored practice so... |
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 £20/hr First class free Mia Maths tutor with A* at A-Level offering online lessonsI’m passionate about helping others succeed to the best of their abilities. I take a student led approach to tutoring sessions, focussing o... Maths tutor with A* at A-Level offering online lessonsI’m passionate about helping others succeed to the best of their abilities. I take a student led approach to tutoring sessions, focussing o... |
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 £13/hr Thi Linh My lessons are tailored to support students’ goals, confidence, and progressWith years of experience teaching English to learners from different backgrounds, I create lessons that are not only personalised but also... My lessons are tailored to support students’ goals, confidence, and progressWith years of experience teaching English to learners from different backgrounds, I create lessons that are not only personalised but also... |
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 £25/hr First class free Joshua Biology tutor looking to tutor GCSE or A level studentsI am a current Biological sciences masters student at Cambridge University. I previously completed my undergraduate degree in Biology at th... Biology tutor looking to tutor GCSE or A level studentsI am a current Biological sciences masters student at Cambridge University. I previously completed my undergraduate degree in Biology at th... |
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£10/hr John I make complex mathematics topics easy by walking along with the students from where they are to where they should be.My method of teaching is all about breaking down difficult concepts in understandable byte-sized chunks. Using this approach, I will be abl... I make complex mathematics topics easy by walking along with the students from where they are to where they should be.My method of teaching is all about breaking down difficult concepts in understandable byte-sized chunks. Using this approach, I will be abl... |
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 £50/hr First class free Alexander Mushtukov I am researcher at the Uni. of Oxford/UCL with 15 years of research experience and more than 5 years of experience in tutoringI am Dr. Alexander Mushtukov, an astrophysicist at the University of Oxford and UCL with over a decade of experience in teaching, tutoring,... I am researcher at the Uni. of Oxford/UCL with 15 years of research experience and more than 5 years of experience in tutoringI am Dr. Alexander Mushtukov, an astrophysicist at the University of Oxford and UCL with over a decade of experience in teaching, tutoring,... |
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£20/hr First class free Prachi Online would love to help and gain their knowledge in biology not only GCSE's also students with KS2&3I have grade 8 for my GCSE Science and also cureently Studing Bio-medical scirnce. would love to help and gain their knowledge in biology not only GCSE's also students with KS2&3I have grade 8 for my GCSE Science and also cureently Studing Bio-medical scirnce. |
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£20/hr Divya I’m a patient and experienced tutor helping students master concepts.I focus on clear explanations, practical examples, and interactive exercises, adapting lessons to each student’s pace to ensure understandi... I’m a patient and experienced tutor helping students master concepts.I focus on clear explanations, practical examples, and interactive exercises, adapting lessons to each student’s pace to ensure understandi... |
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 £20/hr First class free Prabrup GCSE & A-Level Maths/Science | Top Uni STEM Grad | Trial Lesson | Rigorous, In-Depth Tuition🎓 First-class Engineering (Loughborough) & Data Science MSc (Birmingham) graduate🔬 Full-time Data Scientist with a passion for teaching S... GCSE & A-Level Maths/Science | Top Uni STEM Grad | Trial Lesson | Rigorous, In-Depth Tuition🎓 First-class Engineering (Loughborough) & Data Science MSc (Birmingham) graduate🔬 Full-time Data Scientist with a passion for teaching S... |
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 £20/hr Arjun I give private one to one lessons to really integrate knowledge in students and give them the time and attention that they needI will teach by focusing on students weaknesses and helping them through questions but also making them do it independently with me viewing... I give private one to one lessons to really integrate knowledge in students and give them the time and attention that they needI will teach by focusing on students weaknesses and helping them through questions but also making them do it independently with me viewing... |
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 £30/hr Gulara Would you like to learn something new? I would be happy to help you.I am a multilingual tutor with strong communication and teaching skills, fluent in English, Turkish, Russian, and Azerbaijani. My backgroun... Would you like to learn something new? I would be happy to help you.I am a multilingual tutor with strong communication and teaching skills, fluent in English, Turkish, Russian, and Azerbaijani. My backgroun... |
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 £15/hr First class free Saheed I am a passionate Maths teacher helping students build strong problem-solving skills and achieve excellent results.I am a dedicated and patient tutor who enjoys helping students of all levels achieve academic success. My lessons are aimed at primary, sec... I am a passionate Maths teacher helping students build strong problem-solving skills and achieve excellent results.I am a dedicated and patient tutor who enjoys helping students of all levels achieve academic success. My lessons are aimed at primary, sec... |
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 £10/hr Eric I would describe myself as a patient, adaptable, and enthusiastic tutor who enjoys helping learners improve on their language skilMy ultimate goal is to make English learning engaging,fun,practical and motivating whether they’re beginners building a foundation or more... I would describe myself as a patient, adaptable, and enthusiastic tutor who enjoys helping learners improve on their language skilMy ultimate goal is to make English learning engaging,fun,practical and motivating whether they’re beginners building a foundation or more... |
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£15/hr Matthew I'm a student who has recently completed A-levels in Maths and Further Maths and am looking to share passion and knowledge.Private/group lessons available with friendly student with experience of having completed similar qualifications recently. Please do get in... I'm a student who has recently completed A-levels in Maths and Further Maths and am looking to share passion and knowledge.Private/group lessons available with friendly student with experience of having completed similar qualifications recently. Please do get in... |
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 £50/hr Abdulla Mansour I am an expert at all sciences to GCSE and A Level Biology15 years of experience with the UK curriculum and currently Head of Department. I specialise in all major exam boards and have lessons and... I am an expert at all sciences to GCSE and A Level Biology15 years of experience with the UK curriculum and currently Head of Department. I specialise in all major exam boards and have lessons and... |
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 £25/hr Shoukat Khan I would describe myself as a patient, approachable, and enthusiastic tutor who is passionate about helping students unlock their fI believe that learning maths should feel engaging, encouraging, and rewarding. In my lessons, I will break down complex ideas into simple,... I would describe myself as a patient, approachable, and enthusiastic tutor who is passionate about helping students unlock their fI believe that learning maths should feel engaging, encouraging, and rewarding. In my lessons, I will break down complex ideas into simple,... |
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 £20/hr First class free Benjamin I am an experienced neurodiverse holistic tutor. Flexible, kind and caringI spend time developing a working relationship with the student in front of me and tend to look beyond the medical model. Having a masters... I am an experienced neurodiverse holistic tutor. Flexible, kind and caringI spend time developing a working relationship with the student in front of me and tend to look beyond the medical model. Having a masters... |
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 £20/hr Zair Afzal Auditor teaching maths with clarity, patience, and results.I am an experienced auditor with strong maths skills. My lessons simplify complex ideas through clear, step-by-step methods, helping studen... Auditor teaching maths with clarity, patience, and results.I am an experienced auditor with strong maths skills. My lessons simplify complex ideas through clear, step-by-step methods, helping studen... |
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 £25/hr First class free Khalid Omer I am a final-year Electronic Engineering student at the University of Nottingham, offering Maths lessons aimed at school studentsI create engaging and easy-to-follow Maths lessons for school students, focusing on building a strong foundation in key topics. Having stud... I am a final-year Electronic Engineering student at the University of Nottingham, offering Maths lessons aimed at school studentsI create engaging and easy-to-follow Maths lessons for school students, focusing on building a strong foundation in key topics. Having stud... |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS)
👩🏻🦰 What does private tuition for secondary school students consist of?
🏫 Where can I find private tuition for secondary school students?
There are several ways to find secondary school tutors. You can use online platforms such as FindTutors, where we have hundreds of experienced and qualified tutors that specialise in secondary school tuition such as GCSE private tuition and A Level tuition. If you prefer, you can look for private tutors or tuition centres close to your home. However, you can also travel to where the tutor teaches or find online tuition.
🙇🏻♀️ How do you know if you need secondary school tutors?
The best way to find out if you need a secondary school tutor is to identify which subjects you struggle to understand, have low grades in or cannot keep up with the pace at school. You can also talk to your secondary school teachers to see if they recommend it and which areas you should focus on. Many students often need tutors for maths, chemistry and other sciences as these are subjects that students often struggle with in secondary school. On FindTutors, you can find tutors that teach multiple subjects like maths and physics tutors for students that need help with more than one subject.
💻 What types of secondary school tutors are there?
There are different types of secondary school tutors available, some teach face-to-face lessons whilst others offer online tuition. Face-to-face lessons are the most common type of lessons. They can take place at the student's home, at the tutor's home or in a public place. Online tuition is becoming increasingly popular as it allows greater flexibility and convenience for both parties.
💸 What do secondary school tutors charge?
The cost of secondary school tuition can vary depending on the type of tuition, the tutor’s qualifications and the tutor’s experience. The location of the private tuition can also influence the price. Some tutoring services offer discounts for multiple sessions or for students who pay in advance. In addition, many tutors on FindTutors offer the first lesson for free. Here is a guide to how much different secondary school tutors may charge:
- Maths and physics tutors: between £10 and £20 an hour.
- GCSE private tuition: between £15 to £30 an hour.
- A Level tuition: between £10 and £20 an hour.
- Chemistry lessons: between £6 and £30 an hour.
- Biology tutors: between £10 and £20 an hour.
Secondary school tutors
Why hire a secondary school tutor?
Secondary school teaches students a wide range of different subjects including maths, English, science and foreign languages. It is a challenging time for most students as, amongst other things, they are regularly tested on their skills and abilities in each subject.
When students are struggling with certain subjects, finding tutors for these subjects can be a good way to help the student improve their grades. Private tuition involves personalised lessons which help students to identify and address their weaknesses. It can also help students to stay motivated, as private tutors can provide a more engaging learning environment and can be more flexible in their approach.
Advantages of hiring secondary school tutors
Secondary school tuition offers a number of advantages to students:
- They offer personalised teaching based on the individual needs of the student. This helps to ensure that the student is receiving lessons that are tailored to their needs.
- They can help improve the learner's understanding of the material, as the tutor can ensure that the learner is absorbing the information properly.
- They allow the learner to learn at their own pace. This can be especially beneficial for learners who are struggling with certain concepts, as it gives them the opportunity to ask questions and have them answered in a timely manner. This can help keep them on track and prevent them from falling behind.
- They can help improve the learner's confidence and self-esteem. By providing personalised private tuition, tutors can help instil a sense of achievement in their students. This can be especially beneficial for students who are struggling in school, as it can give them the motivation to keep going and help them realise their potential.
How to find the right secondary school tutor
Finding tutors can be a daunting task. It is important to research and find a tutor who has experience in the subject you need and is able to communicate effectively with you. You can start by asking friends and family for recommendations and searching online for private tutors near you. When finding tutors, it is essential to consider their qualifications and experience. It is also important to make sure that the tutor's teaching style is compatible with your learning style.
Once you have found a potential tutor, it is important to meet them to get a better idea of their teaching style and to make sure that you feel comfortable with them. This is a good time to ask questions and discuss your needs and goals.
Tips for getting the most out of your secondary school tutor
Hiring a secondary school tutor can be an excellent way to help students achieve their academic goals. Here are some tips to help students get the most out of their private tuition:
- Be prepared: Before each tutoring session, it is important to review the material and make sure you understand the concepts. This will help ensure that you are getting the most out of your private tuition.
- Ask questions: Asking questions is a good way to ensure that you know the material. It also helps the tutor identify any areas where you are having difficulties.
- Take notes: Taking notes can help you revise and make sure you remember what you have learned.
- Set goals: Setting goals for each private lesson can help keep you focused and motivated.
- Be open to feedback: Private tuition is a collaborative process, so it is important to be open to feedback from the private tutor.