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Online GCSE & A-Level English Lessons with a Focus on Essay Writing
£25/hr
Victoria
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

Online GCSE & A-Level English Lessons with a Focus on Essay Writing

I love English literature & language, my teaching style is focused on patient and thorough teaching to help build confidence and develop un...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

Online GCSE & A-Level English Lessons with a Focus on Essay Writing

I love English literature & language, my teaching style is focused on patient and thorough teaching to help build confidence and develop un...
£20/hr
Rebecca
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

I am a native English speaker with vast experience of the language. I am friendly, understanding and help anyone, at all different stages of learning.

I am client focused and geared. I tailor my structure based on what each individual client needs or desires. Having a clear understanding o...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

I am a native English speaker with vast experience of the language. I am friendly, understanding and help anyone, at all different stages of learning.

I am client focused and geared. I tailor my structure based on what each individual client needs or desires. Having a clear understanding o...
I would like to teach English as a foreign language to students online.
£30/hr
Paul
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

I would like to teach English as a foreign language to students online.

I am an experienced corporate businessman in semi-retirement looking to help students to quickly trust my methods and improve their use of...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

I would like to teach English as a foreign language to students online.

I am an experienced corporate businessman in semi-retirement looking to help students to quickly trust my methods and improve their use of...
Want to expand my skill set along side helping others
£30/hr
Tommy Bekker
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

Want to expand my skill set along side helping others

I’ve coached children to play rugby for a year and was important to me that it was enjoyable for them, I also completed a level english so...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

Want to expand my skill set along side helping others

I’ve coached children to play rugby for a year and was important to me that it was enjoyable for them, I also completed a level english so...
Certified TEFL tutor, ready to help teach English.
£20/hr
Sharon Stormonth
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

Certified TEFL tutor, ready to help teach English.

Private one to one online teaching, I will tailor each lesson to your individual needs. Friendly, approachable tutor that will help put yo...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

Certified TEFL tutor, ready to help teach English.

Private one to one online teaching, I will tailor each lesson to your individual needs. Friendly, approachable tutor that will help put yo...
ESOL Tutor with 20+ Years of Global Experience
£13/hr
First class free
Inna
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

ESOL Tutor with 20+ Years of Global Experience

With more than two decades dedicated to teaching English to speakers of other languages (ESOL), I've successfully navigated the unique chal...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

ESOL Tutor with 20+ Years of Global Experience

With more than two decades dedicated to teaching English to speakers of other languages (ESOL), I've successfully navigated the unique chal...
£15/hr
Holly
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish

I am a conscientious worker and my lessons are aimed at anyone ages 10-18

Having much enjoyed my whole school experience, I recognise the importance and influence of teachers who care about what they teach. Posses...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish

I am a conscientious worker and my lessons are aimed at anyone ages 10-18

Having much enjoyed my whole school experience, I recognise the importance and influence of teachers who care about what they teach. Posses...
£30/hr
Prthika Bajaj
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

I am a passionate and experienced tutor, dedicated to nurturing a love for learning in my students. My lessons are aimed at individuals of all ages and backgrounds, from beginners seeking a strong foundation to those looking for a refresher course.

With over 2 years of tutoring experience, I excel in English. My teaching approach is student-centric, and tailored to individual needs. Wh...
I give parivet lectures online in person anytime
£12/hr
First class free
Barira
CountyThornliebank
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

I give parivet lectures online in person anytime

Teaching is my profession i am available if u want to learn am a hardwork humble person i am sure u r so comfortable for Myself
CountyThornliebank
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

I give parivet lectures online in person anytime

Teaching is my profession i am available if u want to learn am a hardwork humble person i am sure u r so comfortable for Myself
£12/hr
Josh
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

I wanna help people learn subjects more easily rather than by hearting it through easy techniques

I love helping kids and adults learn new things , I wanna help them learn subjects easily using different new techniques and ideas and shor...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

I wanna help people learn subjects more easily rather than by hearting it through easy techniques

I love helping kids and adults learn new things , I wanna help them learn subjects easily using different new techniques and ideas and shor...
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.
£15/hr
Nakul
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

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...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

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 am a native speaker of English, who has studied it in high school and would love to help those who want to learn all about the language
£13/hr
First class free
Abbie Renwick
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectTOEFL

I am a native speaker of English, who has studied it in high school and would love to help those who want to learn all about the language

I have studied English throughout my high school years and have also had a strong passion towards spreading my knowledge regarding the lang...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectTOEFL

I am a native speaker of English, who has studied it in high school and would love to help those who want to learn all about the language

I have studied English throughout my high school years and have also had a strong passion towards spreading my knowledge regarding the lang...
£10/hr
Aesha
CountyNewington City Of Edinburgh
SubjectMaths

I am very approachable and like helping you learn

I have completed all high school maths courses and like to teach based on the child’s preferences whether this is through doing worksheets...
CountyNewington City Of Edinburgh
SubjectMaths

I am very approachable and like helping you learn

I have completed all high school maths courses and like to teach based on the child’s preferences whether this is through doing worksheets...
I give my lesson at all level and I am willing to discuss with my students with everything on class.
£10/hr
First class free
Paris
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectChinese

I give my lesson at all level and I am willing to discuss with my students with everything on class.

I'm an A-level math teacher. I can teach conversational Chinese and HSK. We can also have a casual chat if you want. Looking forward to see...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectChinese

I give my lesson at all level and I am willing to discuss with my students with everything on class.

I'm an A-level math teacher. I can teach conversational Chinese and HSK. We can also have a casual chat if you want. Looking forward to see...
£15/hr
First class free
Abdul Kalam
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectFrench

Programming Tutor For GCSE and A Level Students - Java, C#, HTML, CSS, SQL

I've been through GCSE Computer Science and A Level Computer Science, as a student, I know the difficulty and challenges you're faced with....
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectFrench

Programming Tutor For GCSE and A Level Students - Java, C#, HTML, CSS, SQL

I've been through GCSE Computer Science and A Level Computer Science, as a student, I know the difficulty and challenges you're faced with....
History tutor IB, A levels, IGCSE, Scottish Nationals, SAT World History
£25/hr
First class free
Apostolos
CountyEdinburgh, Blackford (City Of...
SubjectHistory: IGCSE, AS Levels

History tutor IB, A levels, IGCSE, Scottish Nationals, SAT World History

I teach History for more than 20 years both in schools and as private tutor. I am also an examiner for IB and Cambridge A and AS level Inte...
CountyEdinburgh, Blackford (City Of...
SubjectHistory: IGCSE, AS Levels

History tutor IB, A levels, IGCSE, Scottish Nationals, SAT World History

I teach History for more than 20 years both in schools and as private tutor. I am also an examiner for IB and Cambridge A and AS level Inte...
Life coaching service for students - Struggling mentally, physically or even academically? or Need help figuring out what to do next after University?
£30/hr
First class free
Hannah
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectCoaching

Life coaching service for students - Struggling mentally, physically or even academically? or Need help figuring out what to do next after University?

Life coach for students and graduates alike. Here to help you navigate the uncertainties in life and give you confidence in your decision m...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectCoaching

Life coaching service for students - Struggling mentally, physically or even academically? or Need help figuring out what to do next after University?

Life coach for students and graduates alike. Here to help you navigate the uncertainties in life and give you confidence in your decision m...
Geography tutor, KS3 to A-level
£30/hr
First class free
Mr Ivan Moorhouse
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectGeography: A Level Geography, GCSE Geography

Geography tutor, KS3 to A-level

I have a Master's degree in Geography, have taught at schools and universities, and have two and a half years of on-line tutoring experienc...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectGeography: A Level Geography, GCSE Geography

Geography tutor, KS3 to A-level

I have a Master's degree in Geography, have taught at schools and universities, and have two and a half years of on-line tutoring experienc...
I give lessons tailored to your level and learning needs
£18/hr
Rainell
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectItalian

I give lessons tailored to your level and learning needs

Lesson Format: My Italian lessons are designed to be engaging, practical, and effective. We cover grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, speak...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectItalian

I give lessons tailored to your level and learning needs

Lesson Format: My Italian lessons are designed to be engaging, practical, and effective. We cover grammar, vocabulary, pronunciation, speak...
I am a very friendly person. Aim at GCSE level mathematics.
£20/hr
First class free
Alex
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

I am a very friendly person. Aim at GCSE level mathematics.

I am good at mathematics, achieved an A* in GCSE and ALevel. My lesson usually would be teach the content my students are struggle with the...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

I am a very friendly person. Aim at GCSE level mathematics.

I am good at mathematics, achieved an A* in GCSE and ALevel. My lesson usually would be teach the content my students are struggle with the...

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.