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.
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£10/hr First class free Mark Hambrick I am a writer teaching students in diverse subjects; both technical and non-technical subjectsI am the best writer and tutor who provide help on various assessment Courses. I have been helping various students in more than 10+ years... I am a writer teaching students in diverse subjects; both technical and non-technical subjectsI am the best writer and tutor who provide help on various assessment Courses. I have been helping various students in more than 10+ years... |
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 £30/hr Manahal Ali Would you like to learn easy way? I'm here to help you learn more quickly and in a fun way. Learning is not going to be boring!I love teaching and delivering effective lessons. If you want a personalized plan for effective learning I will be more than happy to help!... Would you like to learn easy way? I'm here to help you learn more quickly and in a fun way. Learning is not going to be boring!I love teaching and delivering effective lessons. If you want a personalized plan for effective learning I will be more than happy to help!... |
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 £12/hr Shuhada Begum With a deep-rooted passion for the study of religion and a resolute commitment to education, I am an enthusiast to teach others.I am an enthusiastic advocate for teaching Religious Studies—particularly, but not limited to, Christianity and Islam—to students up to the... With a deep-rooted passion for the study of religion and a resolute commitment to education, I am an enthusiast to teach others.I am an enthusiastic advocate for teaching Religious Studies—particularly, but not limited to, Christianity and Islam—to students up to the... |
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£9/hr Zuli I understand the struggles language barriers can cause - I want to teach a wide range of ages and am passionate to spread my skillMistakes are necessary for self development. Being taught by me I will embrace your mistakes and work around them to deliver lessons specif... I understand the struggles language barriers can cause - I want to teach a wide range of ages and am passionate to spread my skillMistakes are necessary for self development. Being taught by me I will embrace your mistakes and work around them to deliver lessons specif... |
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 £21/hr First class free Evelyn Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Medical School Admissions Tutoring for Primary School to Degree LevelHi! My name is Evelyn, I have a First Class Honours Integrated Master's Degree in Natural Sciences (Biology and Chemistry), I scored 3400 o... Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics, Medical School Admissions Tutoring for Primary School to Degree LevelHi! My name is Evelyn, I have a First Class Honours Integrated Master's Degree in Natural Sciences (Biology and Chemistry), I scored 3400 o... |
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 £25/hr Sabiya I am inclusive in my teaching and aspire for confidence and progress.I have been teaching GCSE English in the classroom for 2 years now. You can trust me to help you succeed and achieve your goal! Together, w... I am inclusive in my teaching and aspire for confidence and progress.I have been teaching GCSE English in the classroom for 2 years now. You can trust me to help you succeed and achieve your goal! Together, w... |
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 £30/hr Brittany I am a passionate and patient tutor that excels at teaching students that struggle to focus and learn difficult concepts.I use goodnotes on my ipad to illustrate lessons and concepts and share my screen with the student to ensure they get visual aid in additio... I am a passionate and patient tutor that excels at teaching students that struggle to focus and learn difficult concepts.I use goodnotes on my ipad to illustrate lessons and concepts and share my screen with the student to ensure they get visual aid in additio... |
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 £25/hr First class free Saad A Level Chemistry, Biology and Medical Admissions Tutor ( KCL Medicine Student)I am a current Medical student at King's College London looking to mentor enthusiastic A Level Biologists and Chemists to achieve their dre... A Level Chemistry, Biology and Medical Admissions Tutor ( KCL Medicine Student)I am a current Medical student at King's College London looking to mentor enthusiastic A Level Biologists and Chemists to achieve their dre... |
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 £30/hr Grace Understanding Confident, approachable professional helping boost English knowledgeHey I’m Grace, a professional but approachable friendly English tutor, I specialise in private lessons fully personalised to your needs. I... Understanding Confident, approachable professional helping boost English knowledgeHey I’m Grace, a professional but approachable friendly English tutor, I specialise in private lessons fully personalised to your needs. I... |
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 £35/hr Richard Relatable, experienced tutor helping students grow in confidence.I teach by tailoring each lesson to the individual student’s needs, breaking down complex ideas into clear, manageable steps, and using eng... Relatable, experienced tutor helping students grow in confidence.I teach by tailoring each lesson to the individual student’s needs, breaking down complex ideas into clear, manageable steps, and using eng... |
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 £10/hr First class free Ahmed Online Maths Tutor for Primary and High school studentsI have a BS of Mechanical Engineering , Cairo University -Faculty of Engineering (EGYPT)more than 20 years of experience in tutoring Mathem... Online Maths Tutor for Primary and High school studentsI have a BS of Mechanical Engineering , Cairo University -Faculty of Engineering (EGYPT)more than 20 years of experience in tutoring Mathem... |
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 £35/hr sin sum HUI (Samuel) "Certified CBT practitioner and experienced tutor offering personalised English and maths lessons in Liverpool, online or ftf.I will teach by fostering a compassionate and supportive learning environment that meets the individual needs of each student. Drawing on o... "Certified CBT practitioner and experienced tutor offering personalised English and maths lessons in Liverpool, online or ftf.I will teach by fostering a compassionate and supportive learning environment that meets the individual needs of each student. Drawing on o... |
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£15/hr Duaa I’m a friendly and patient tutor who knows how stressful GCSE English can feel. I explain things clearly and make sure each lessonI keep my lessons clear and relaxed, focusing on what actually helps in the exam like planning, writing confidently, and understanding the... I’m a friendly and patient tutor who knows how stressful GCSE English can feel. I explain things clearly and make sure each lessonI keep my lessons clear and relaxed, focusing on what actually helps in the exam like planning, writing confidently, and understanding the... |
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£9/hr Peniel As someone who is good at explaining a complicated concept. My lessons will be targeted at GCSE level math studentsI would start off by making them do a question and finding out where their weakness lie and finding out why they got the question wrong. Th... As someone who is good at explaining a complicated concept. My lessons will be targeted at GCSE level math studentsI would start off by making them do a question and finding out where their weakness lie and finding out why they got the question wrong. Th... |
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 £30/hr Esohe Law graduate with proficiency in English and experience in teaching.My teaching approach is centered on clarity, engagement, and adaptability. I begin by assessing the student’s current knowledge level to id... Law graduate with proficiency in English and experience in teaching.My teaching approach is centered on clarity, engagement, and adaptability. I begin by assessing the student’s current knowledge level to id... |
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 £40/hr Samantha Smith I am Sam, and I am a Science teacher. I am creative and always strive for pupils to be happy in understanding complex Science.Tutoring with creative engaging ways virtually. I always bring my passion for Science into lessons, and always provide ways to help student... I am Sam, and I am a Science teacher. I am creative and always strive for pupils to be happy in understanding complex Science.Tutoring with creative engaging ways virtually. I always bring my passion for Science into lessons, and always provide ways to help student... |
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 £10/hr Shey I am patient, encouraging, and adaptable teacher. I always aim to create a comfortable and engaging learning environment.I have over two years of experience as an online ESL teacher, working with students from Europe, Vietnam, Japan, and Korea. I focus on crea... I am patient, encouraging, and adaptable teacher. I always aim to create a comfortable and engaging learning environment.I have over two years of experience as an online ESL teacher, working with students from Europe, Vietnam, Japan, and Korea. I focus on crea... |
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 £20/hr Reef I give private English lessons to friends who can’t speak EnglishI prefer one on one teaching so I can understand the students needs and help them with their current challenges. I have a passion for teach... I give private English lessons to friends who can’t speak EnglishI prefer one on one teaching so I can understand the students needs and help them with their current challenges. I have a passion for teach... |
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£14/hr Maham Easy-going lessons for everyone of all levels!I will teach by assessing the individuals level of English and tailor a lesson plan to suit them. For basic English I will use flash cards... Easy-going lessons for everyone of all levels!I will teach by assessing the individuals level of English and tailor a lesson plan to suit them. For basic English I will use flash cards... |
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 £18/hr May Myat Noe Khin Passionate hardworking person Middle school, Algebra, probabilityI have experience teaching middle and high school students and I am confident that I can teach well. I normally use practice sheets for lea... Passionate hardworking person Middle school, Algebra, probabilityI have experience teaching middle and high school students and I am confident that I can teach well. I normally use practice sheets for lea... |
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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.