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£20/hr
First class free
Abbie O'Sullivan
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPsychology

Psychology tutor avaiable for of all ages

With a strong academic background in psychology and sociology from the esteemed National University of Galway, complemented by an MSc degre...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPsychology

Psychology tutor avaiable for of all ages

With a strong academic background in psychology and sociology from the esteemed National University of Galway, complemented by an MSc degre...
Extensive experience teaching psychology to students of various levels including students who need additional supports
£25/hr
Sharon Yuet Mei Leung
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPsychology

Extensive experience teaching psychology to students of various levels including students who need additional supports

Will tailor make one-to-one lessons according to individual needs. My teaching is effective and interactive by good use of visuals and man...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPsychology

Extensive experience teaching psychology to students of various levels including students who need additional supports

Will tailor make one-to-one lessons according to individual needs. My teaching is effective and interactive by good use of visuals and man...
I have been a primary teacher for 6 years and worked with different with various needs. I have also worked as a private tutor for 2 years. I have a lot of experience and can quickly identify how to meet a learners needs and keep them engaged in their lear
£15/hr
Stacey
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPrimary school

I have been a primary teacher for 6 years and worked with different with various needs. I have also worked as a private tutor for 2 years. I have a lot of experience and can quickly identify how to meet a learners needs and keep them engaged in their lear

Teaching is my passion in life. With my level of experience my teaching strategies are based on engagement of the learning. I like to use w...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPrimary school

I have been a primary teacher for 6 years and worked with different with various needs. I have also worked as a private tutor for 2 years. I have a lot of experience and can quickly identify how to meet a learners needs and keep them engaged in their lear

Teaching is my passion in life. With my level of experience my teaching strategies are based on engagement of the learning. I like to use w...
£20/hr
Samuel Akantuese
£15/hr
First class free
Maisam Faresta
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectAccounting

Professional accountant keen to educate others

Fluent in Madarin chinese and English
£20/hr
First class free
Wei Xu
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Newington (...
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

Fluent in Madarin chinese and English

I have a PhD in systems neuroscience and have written and published numerous peer-reviewed papers and given oral presentations at internati...
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Newington (...
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

Fluent in Madarin chinese and English

I have a PhD in systems neuroscience and have written and published numerous peer-reviewed papers and given oral presentations at internati...
Maths tutor available for ages between 7-13 years olds
£12/hr
First class free
Adelaine
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths: Basic mathematics

Maths tutor available for ages between 7-13 years olds

I am an Aerospace engineering student, I use Mathematics and Physics daily due to my course. I have obtained Scottish Higher qualifications...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths: Basic mathematics

Maths tutor available for ages between 7-13 years olds

I am an Aerospace engineering student, I use Mathematics and Physics daily due to my course. I have obtained Scottish Higher qualifications...
An aerospace engineering student based in Edinburgh, I offer online lessons focusing in teaching math and English as a foreign language,
£12/hr
First class free
Adelaine
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

An aerospace engineering student based in Edinburgh, I offer online lessons focusing in teaching math and English as a foreign language,

As an aerospace engineering student , I live and breathe math and science, making these subjects a daily adventure. I empathize with studen...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

An aerospace engineering student based in Edinburgh, I offer online lessons focusing in teaching math and English as a foreign language,

As an aerospace engineering student , I live and breathe math and science, making these subjects a daily adventure. I empathize with studen...
My lessons are tailored to each student, making sure that they're motivating, fun, and take into account your individual needs.
£20/hr
Emily
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectFrench

My lessons are tailored to each student, making sure that they're motivating, fun, and take into account your individual needs.

I am available for lessons concerning SQA exams or individual learners. With student input depending on what they would like more support w...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectFrench

My lessons are tailored to each student, making sure that they're motivating, fun, and take into account your individual needs.

I am available for lessons concerning SQA exams or individual learners. With student input depending on what they would like more support w...
Qualified History teacher with ten years experience in Secondary teaching
£40/hr
First class free
Terry
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectHistory

Qualified History teacher with ten years experience in Secondary teaching

I am a qualified secondary history teacher and university lecturer with over ten years experience. If you require help with GCSE, A-Level,...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectHistory

Qualified History teacher with ten years experience in Secondary teaching

I am a qualified secondary history teacher and university lecturer with over ten years experience. If you require help with GCSE, A-Level,...
English Tutor with flexible methodology online one-to-one classes that will help better understand the language and literature
£12/hr
First class free
Kayla
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish

English Tutor with flexible methodology online one-to-one classes that will help better understand the language and literature

Hello, I'm Kayla—a passionate advocate for literature and English studies. With a deep love for learning and a fervor for teaching, I embar...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish

English Tutor with flexible methodology online one-to-one classes that will help better understand the language and literature

Hello, I'm Kayla—a passionate advocate for literature and English studies. With a deep love for learning and a fervor for teaching, I embar...
English Tutor for all age groups, especially ones who are looking to come to the UK for their studies or work
£15/hr
First class free
Asrar
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

English Tutor for all age groups, especially ones who are looking to come to the UK for their studies or work

Hello potential students,I'm excited to share with you what you can expect from my lessons. With my education and experience, I aim to offe...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

English Tutor for all age groups, especially ones who are looking to come to the UK for their studies or work

Hello potential students,I'm excited to share with you what you can expect from my lessons. With my education and experience, I aim to offe...
English (for all age groups) and social media marketing tutor
£15/hr
First class free
Asrar
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectAfter-school tuition

English (for all age groups) and social media marketing tutor

With an MSc. in International Business Management with Marketing from Heriot Watt University, and a Bachelors of Business Administration fr...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectAfter-school tuition

English (for all age groups) and social media marketing tutor

With an MSc. in International Business Management with Marketing from Heriot Watt University, and a Bachelors of Business Administration fr...
French Native Student ready to give some class lessons
£20/hr
First class free
Anna Aprin
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectFrench

French Native Student ready to give some class lessons

I am absolutly fluent in French, because I was born and did all of my study in France. I am ready to give some classes to learn the basics...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectFrench

French Native Student ready to give some class lessons

I am absolutly fluent in French, because I was born and did all of my study in France. I am ready to give some classes to learn the basics...
Psychology tutor teaches students of all ages
£20/hr
First class free
Nicolaj
CountyEdinburgh, Drylaw, Leith, Que...
SubjectPsychology

Psychology tutor teaches students of all ages

I will start our lesson by introducing the theory for the day: one concept at a time. After each concept I will ask you to explain a hypoth...
CountyEdinburgh, Drylaw, Leith, Que...
SubjectPsychology

Psychology tutor teaches students of all ages

I will start our lesson by introducing the theory for the day: one concept at a time. After each concept I will ask you to explain a hypoth...
University level tutor with over five years of teaching experience
£25/hr
First class free
Thomas
CountyStockbridge City Of Edinburgh...
SubjectGeography

University level tutor with over five years of teaching experience

I am a PhD candidate at the University of St Andrews in the School of International Relations. I have tutored student from a broad range of...
CountyStockbridge City Of Edinburgh...
SubjectGeography

University level tutor with over five years of teaching experience

I am a PhD candidate at the University of St Andrews in the School of International Relations. I have tutored student from a broad range of...
£12/hr
Shifa
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPsychology

I am ambitious, career-driven, hard-working, motivated.

I will conduct private lessons that are individually personalized and facilitated towards the needs of the student. Don't hesitate to conta...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPsychology

I am ambitious, career-driven, hard-working, motivated.

I will conduct private lessons that are individually personalized and facilitated towards the needs of the student. Don't hesitate to conta...
Maths and programming tutor providing tution of all age children
£15/hr
First class free
Murali
CountyLeith
SubjectComputer science

Maths and programming tutor providing tution of all age children

I have a good knowledge about Java back end programming and React front end programming.
CountyLeith
SubjectComputer science

Maths and programming tutor providing tution of all age children

I have a good knowledge about Java back end programming and React front end programming.
Qualified UK and international primary teacher offering online, personalised lessons for Key Stage 1 to Key Stage3. I can tutor most subjects, but I specialise in maths, English and exam preparation.
£25/hr
First class free
Kenneth
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPrimary school: 11 Plus, Key Stage 1

Qualified UK and international primary teacher offering online, personalised lessons for Key Stage 1 to Key Stage3. I can tutor most subjects, but I specialise in maths, English and exam preparation.

First, I'll assess what you already know to see what your next steps are to reach your goals. Then, I'll create a customised plan to chall...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPrimary school: 11 Plus, Key Stage 1

Qualified UK and international primary teacher offering online, personalised lessons for Key Stage 1 to Key Stage3. I can tutor most subjects, but I specialise in maths, English and exam preparation.

First, I'll assess what you already know to see what your next steps are to reach your goals. Then, I'll create a customised plan to chall...
Experienced and enthusiastic primary school teacher and tutor
£25/hr
First class free
Ross Chmiel
CountyStockbridge City Of Edinburgh...
SubjectPrimary school

Experienced and enthusiastic primary school teacher and tutor

I'm an enthusiastic and supportive primary school teacher who loves seeing students grow in confidence and ability. There's nothing better...
CountyStockbridge City Of Edinburgh...
SubjectPrimary school

Experienced and enthusiastic primary school teacher and tutor

I'm an enthusiastic and supportive primary school teacher who loves seeing students grow in confidence and ability. There's nothing better...

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

💡How to choose the best private tutor in Edinburgh?

Finding tutors in Edinburgh can be difficult if you don’t know how to go about it. One of the easiest and most effective methods is to go to the FindTutors website and use its search engine to enter a term such as "private classes in Edinburgh", or "maths tutor in Edinburgh". The platform will show you profiles of Edinburgh tutors that match your search criteria.

💶 What is the average price of private classes in Edinburgh?

The price of private classes ranges between £12 and £30. There are several factors that can make the price of a private lesson in Edinburgh cheaper or more expensive.

Here are some factors that influence prices: whether the class is online or in person, the tutor’s experience and qualifications and the level of the classes (for beginners, for intermediate students or advanced students).

⏰How long are private classes in Edinburgh?

The average duration of a private lesson in Edinburgh is usually one hour. This is usually also applicable to the price. Private English tutors in Edinburgh, for example, usually charge by the hour. The length of private classes at a tutoring academy, however, could be different.

📱What do I need for private online classes in Edinburgh?

These are the basic things you need to get started with your private online classes:

  • A fast and stable internet connection
  • A laptop or desktop PC
  • You can also receive private online lessons from a tablet or mobile phone.

A videoconferencing platform such as Classgap, Google Meet or Zoom.

🧐 Is private tuition in Edinburgh worth it?

Private tuition has become increasingly popular in recent years, especially in cities like Edinburgh where there is a high demand for academic support and additional classes. Many parents and students wonder if private tuition is worth the investment. While there are certainly benefits to private tuition, it ultimately depends on the individual and their specific needs.

One of the main advantages of private tuition is the personalised attention and tailored approach that it offers. Furthermore, private lessons can also help students to build confidence and improve their overall academic performance. With classes in Edinburgh, private tuition can provide students with the opportunity to receive additional support in subjects that they may be struggling with, or to further develop their skills in areas of interest.

A guide to private lessons in Edinburgh

How to find the right private tutor in Edinburgh

Are you interested in taking private classes in Edinburgh? Maybe you are looking to help your child pass a subject they are struggling with, or maybe you need to practise a language you said you would master before the end of the year.

A private tutor is an excellent option for achieving your academic or professional goals. You will learn at your own pace and will be able to measure your progress. Private lessons also mean that you will be able to adapt the timetable to your schedule.

Below you will find out how private classes in Edinburgh work and what types of classes are available.

Private classes in Edinburgh for all ages and levels

The list of private tutors in Edinburgh is extensive and varied. But, before choosing a tutor, you should think about which type of private classes you want:

  • Private classes in Edinburgh, at home: This type of class is ideal for GCSE and A Level students who need help to pass their exams. Having classes at home means that they can study with their tutor and then continue with their homework without having to travel. Classes at home are also very useful for adults who want to learn from the comfort of their own home.
  • Private online classes: An alternative that had its heyday in the era of confinement and is here to stay. Taking private classes in Edinburgh does not have to be in person, there are plenty of online tutors offering a wide range of subjects. Students connect with their tutor online via video call to save time on commuting to and from classes.
  • Tuition centres in Edinburgh: You can find them by searching terms such as "tuition centres in Edinburgh" and "language schools in Edinburgh". 
  • Private classes for companies in Edinburgh: More and more businesses are concerned about the welfare of their employees. Many decide to hire private tutors for companies in Edinburgh either to help their employees refresh their knowledge of their field or to improve their language skills. Classes for companies in Edinburgh are fantastic for achieving these goals.

Types of private classes you can sign up for in Edinburgh

Until a few years ago, geographical mobility was the biggest barrier to finding tutors in Edinburgh.

There has never been a lack of French classes or Maths classes in Edinburgh, but now you can study practically anything you want and even choose how to do it.

Below we share some of the most sought-after private classes in Edinburgh:

  • Private language classes in Edinburgh: Edinburgh multicultural city, home to native speakers of many different languages. Finding tutors that are native speakers in Edinburgh, whether you are looking for a French tutor, English tutor or Spanish tutor, should be relatively easy.
  • Private tuition in Edinburgh: Available for students of all ages, private tutoring in Edinburgh is in high demand. Many parents want to help their children improve their academic performance, whether they are looking for GCSE tuition, A Level tuition or another type of tuition.
  • Private music tutors in Edinburgh: Would you like to learn to play an instrument? Or are you good at singing and want to pursue a career in it? Private music lessons in Edinburgh cover a multitude of disciplines. There are many experienced tutors that can help you fulfil your musical goals.
  • Private yoga and fitness classes in Edinburgh: These classes are great for improving flexibility, coordination and wellbeing. More and more people are signing up for private yoga and fitness classes in Edinburgh to get in shape and improve their general state of health.

Tips to get the most out of your private classes in Edinburgh

Do you want to get the most out of your private classes? Pay close attention to the following tips and put them into practice from the very first session:

  • Choose the right type of private classes: You need to find a class that best suits your needs and objectives. You have already seen that there are several types of private classes in Edinburgh available. You should take into account aspects such as your availability and the format of the class. If you are good with new technologies, perhaps your choice will be private lessons online.
  • Go one step further: Don't just take private classes in Edinburgh, read additional material to boost your learning (books, YouTube videos, PDF guides, podcasts, etc.) You will see how you advance much faster and how much easier you assimilate new concepts. The Internet is an inexhaustible source of information where you can find anything that interests you, in any format and in any language.

Ask questions: Make the most of the hours you spend with your private tutor in Edinburgh. Solve all your doubts, no matter how basic they may seem, ask them to recommend materials you can use to reinforce your learning.