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I teach private online English lessons to adults
£20/hr
First class free
Alan
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

I teach private online English lessons to adults

I am a fun motivating English teacher that is here to help you learn an reach your goals. Lessons are one to one and online, get in touch i...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

I teach private online English lessons to adults

I am a fun motivating English teacher that is here to help you learn an reach your goals. Lessons are one to one and online, get in touch i...
Uplifting, resilient and patient to adapt and understand
£40/hr
Emmanuel Ona-Igbru
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectAfter-school tuition

Uplifting, resilient and patient to adapt and understand

I'm looking to do one to one but can adapt to put my purpose to help where I can with what I have to give.
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectAfter-school tuition

Uplifting, resilient and patient to adapt and understand

I'm looking to do one to one but can adapt to put my purpose to help where I can with what I have to give.
Youngest Cambridge-Certified English Teacher
£10/hr
First class free
Jacob Lyon
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

Youngest Cambridge-Certified English Teacher

At 18 I became certified by Cambridge Assessment English to teach English to non-native speakers. With over 120 hours of teacher training e...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

Youngest Cambridge-Certified English Teacher

At 18 I became certified by Cambridge Assessment English to teach English to non-native speakers. With over 120 hours of teacher training e...
Experience tutor for Primary School subjects and up to A-Level French
£15/hr
First class free
Anna
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPrimary school

Experience tutor for Primary School subjects and up to A-Level French

I carefully consider each student's unique needs and seek out material for that will be most interesting to them, believing that is essenti...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPrimary school

Experience tutor for Primary School subjects and up to A-Level French

I carefully consider each student's unique needs and seek out material for that will be most interesting to them, believing that is essenti...
£13/hr
Haider
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

English as second language. Personalised approach catered to your level.

Personalised approach catered to your level. Engaging classes, tailored to your style of learning. Conceptual learning. Learning materi...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

English as second language. Personalised approach catered to your level.

Personalised approach catered to your level. Engaging classes, tailored to your style of learning. Conceptual learning. Learning materi...
I am a native Spanish speaker with a deep passion for teaching the language. My lessons are crafted to cater to individuals of all proficiency levels, from beginners to advanced learners.
£20/hr
James Manuel Farmer González
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectSpanish

I am a native Spanish speaker with a deep passion for teaching the language. My lessons are crafted to cater to individuals of all proficiency levels, from beginners to advanced learners.

My teaching experience is deeply rooted in my family life, as I take on the role of instructing my stepsisters. Both of them, aged 7 and 12...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectSpanish

I am a native Spanish speaker with a deep passion for teaching the language. My lessons are crafted to cater to individuals of all proficiency levels, from beginners to advanced learners.

My teaching experience is deeply rooted in my family life, as I take on the role of instructing my stepsisters. Both of them, aged 7 and 12...
£16/hr
First class free
Nesrin Venniparambil Ali
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectChemistry

Study of atoms and molecules are very interesting with a person who are interested in

I am a postgraduate in chemistry with one year tutoring experience in this field. An extensive knowledge and passion helps the students to...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectChemistry

Study of atoms and molecules are very interesting with a person who are interested in

I am a postgraduate in chemistry with one year tutoring experience in this field. An extensive knowledge and passion helps the students to...
My lessons would be aimed at GCSE and A-Level students in the run up to exams from an experienced student with excellent grades
£35/hr
Harry
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Newington (...
SubjectSpanish

My lessons would be aimed at GCSE and A-Level students in the run up to exams from an experienced student with excellent grades

Initially focus on mistakes in grammar and what the student is finding difficult. After, go through what the student finds harder throughou...
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Newington (...
SubjectSpanish

My lessons would be aimed at GCSE and A-Level students in the run up to exams from an experienced student with excellent grades

Initially focus on mistakes in grammar and what the student is finding difficult. After, go through what the student finds harder throughou...
£17/hr
Matt Donnelly
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

I am an enthusiastic and patient person who just wants to see everyone succeed to the best of their abilities.

I am a private tutor and teacher with five years experience. My goal is to help you reach your goals by understanding what you look to gain...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

I am an enthusiastic and patient person who just wants to see everyone succeed to the best of their abilities.

I am a private tutor and teacher with five years experience. My goal is to help you reach your goals by understanding what you look to gain...
My lessons are aimed at high school and undergraduate students looking for support in specific areas within Psychology, with a focus on Statistics and Research Methods.
£20/hr
First class free
Pragya Dewan
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Newington (...
SubjectPsychology

My lessons are aimed at high school and undergraduate students looking for support in specific areas within Psychology, with a focus on Statistics and Research Methods.

I am a recently graduated Masters student, with an experience of the areas in which students struggle, and the tips that can help them work...
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Newington (...
SubjectPsychology

My lessons are aimed at high school and undergraduate students looking for support in specific areas within Psychology, with a focus on Statistics and Research Methods.

I am a recently graduated Masters student, with an experience of the areas in which students struggle, and the tips that can help them work...
English tutor for students of all ages
£14/hr
First class free
Alejandra
CountyEdinburgh, Blackford (City Of...
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

English tutor for students of all ages

My lessons are aimed to establish a safe and fun environment for both the student and I. I try to make the classes as much fun as I can, so...
CountyEdinburgh, Blackford (City Of...
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

English tutor for students of all ages

My lessons are aimed to establish a safe and fun environment for both the student and I. I try to make the classes as much fun as I can, so...
I have a higher in English and have worked with children and adults with special need as well as students from different countries educating and teaching animal care in the work place
£15/hr
First class free
Claire
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

I have a higher in English and have worked with children and adults with special need as well as students from different countries educating and teaching animal care in the work place

I am an empathetic and patient individual with great interpersonal skills . I will put you at ease and go at your own pace . I thoroughly E...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

I have a higher in English and have worked with children and adults with special need as well as students from different countries educating and teaching animal care in the work place

I am an empathetic and patient individual with great interpersonal skills . I will put you at ease and go at your own pace . I thoroughly E...
Take your Spanish to another level! (Adults or children)
£15/hr
First class free
Manuela Ramirez
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectSpanish

Take your Spanish to another level! (Adults or children)

Hola! I'm your friendly Spanish tutor, bringing a taste of vibrant Colombia to your language-learning journey. As a native Spanish speaker,...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectSpanish

Take your Spanish to another level! (Adults or children)

Hola! I'm your friendly Spanish tutor, bringing a taste of vibrant Colombia to your language-learning journey. As a native Spanish speaker,...
I have been speaking and writing in native British English for many years. I focus on good grammar, pronunciation and modern idiom
£17/hr
First class free
Chris Pearse
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

I have been speaking and writing in native British English for many years. I focus on good grammar, pronunciation and modern idiom

I design the lessons based on your skill level and your interests. Most of the lessons will be focused on you practising your spoken Englis...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

I have been speaking and writing in native British English for many years. I focus on good grammar, pronunciation and modern idiom

I design the lessons based on your skill level and your interests. Most of the lessons will be focused on you practising your spoken Englis...
Experienced tutor offers lessons in plenty of subjects
£20/hr
First class free
Francesco
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Experienced tutor offers lessons in plenty of subjects

Sono Francesco, diplomato al Liceo Classico “Torquato Tasso” di Roma con 100/100. Al momento studio Economics and Business presso la LUISS...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Experienced tutor offers lessons in plenty of subjects

Sono Francesco, diplomato al Liceo Classico “Torquato Tasso” di Roma con 100/100. Al momento studio Economics and Business presso la LUISS...
Let me help you learn with joy, grow with progress, and explore your infinite potential!
£25/hr
First class free
Danwei Luo
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

Let me help you learn with joy, grow with progress, and explore your infinite potential!

Customized learning goals and teaching plans will be provided to ensure optimal learning outcomes in a joyful educational environment. The...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

Let me help you learn with joy, grow with progress, and explore your infinite potential!

Customized learning goals and teaching plans will be provided to ensure optimal learning outcomes in a joyful educational environment. The...
Learn French with a native speaker !
£20/hr
First class free
Elisa
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectFrench

Learn French with a native speaker !

Hi ! I'm a french natie currently living in the north of France. I'd happy to discuss several subjects with you, to develop your vocabulary...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectFrench

Learn French with a native speaker !

Hi ! I'm a french natie currently living in the north of France. I'd happy to discuss several subjects with you, to develop your vocabulary...
As a French native speaker, I'd be happy to share my love for this language ! I'm a cheerful, curious person who likes to teach.
£25/hr
First class free
Elisa
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectFrench

As a French native speaker, I'd be happy to share my love for this language ! I'm a cheerful, curious person who likes to teach.

Contact me if you'd like to speak everyday French! I will discuss any subject with you, while correcting your grammar and spelling. I love...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectFrench

As a French native speaker, I'd be happy to share my love for this language ! I'm a cheerful, curious person who likes to teach.

Contact me if you'd like to speak everyday French! I will discuss any subject with you, while correcting your grammar and spelling. I love...
I give Italian language lessons tailored to your level and needs.
£15/hr
Antonietta Lospinuso
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectItalian

I give Italian language lessons tailored to your level and needs.

Are you willing to learn Italian? Either for passion or profession, I can give you personalized tuition and you will learn Italian without...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectItalian

I give Italian language lessons tailored to your level and needs.

Are you willing to learn Italian? Either for passion or profession, I can give you personalized tuition and you will learn Italian without...

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.