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I give English classes for children
£18/hr
First class free
Shanet Ann
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish Language

I give English classes for children

Hellooo, I'm Shanet, a graduate in English Literature. I will be helping you with your English lessons with advanced teaching methods. Our...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish Language

I give English classes for children

Hellooo, I'm Shanet, a graduate in English Literature. I will be helping you with your English lessons with advanced teaching methods. Our...
I am a nurturing and passionate educator with extensive pedagogical training, specialising in inclusive course design for all ages
£40/hr
Manon
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish Language

I am a nurturing and passionate educator with extensive pedagogical training, specialising in inclusive course design for all ages

Hi everyone! I'm a Doctor of Comparative Literature in English & French with years of experience as a Lecturer in English. I am trained in...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish Language

I am a nurturing and passionate educator with extensive pedagogical training, specialising in inclusive course design for all ages

Hi everyone! I'm a Doctor of Comparative Literature in English & French with years of experience as a Lecturer in English. I am trained in...
£15/hr
Reuben
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Helping High school students understand Mathematics, a University Maths student with an A in Higher and Advanced Higher

I can help you grasp a deep understanding of the concepts, rather than just passing; In-depth lessons in a supportive environment, focusing...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Helping High school students understand Mathematics, a University Maths student with an A in Higher and Advanced Higher

I can help you grasp a deep understanding of the concepts, rather than just passing; In-depth lessons in a supportive environment, focusing...
£20/hr
Bushra
CountyEdinburgh, Blackford (City Of...
SubjectBiology

Doctorate in Biology, science, online, in-person (Edinburgh)

Passionate educator and researcher with 15+ years of experience helping students master biology—from foundational concepts to university le...
CountyEdinburgh, Blackford (City Of...
SubjectBiology

Doctorate in Biology, science, online, in-person (Edinburgh)

Passionate educator and researcher with 15+ years of experience helping students master biology—from foundational concepts to university le...
£15/hr
Anu
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectSpanish

GCSE / A-Level Spanish Tutor

Flexible to your unique needs and learning preferences, I am able to format our lessons based on your exam board and progress your Spanish...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectSpanish

GCSE / A-Level Spanish Tutor

Flexible to your unique needs and learning preferences, I am able to format our lessons based on your exam board and progress your Spanish...
Current geography student at University of Edinburgh looking to tutor National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher Geography students
£22/hr
First class free
Nyah
DBS checkDBS check
CountyNewington (City Of Edinburgh)...
SubjectGeography

Current geography student at University of Edinburgh looking to tutor National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher Geography students

I like to have a chat with the student and understand their strengths and weaknesses before curating a structured plan that helps weaker ar...
CountyNewington (City Of Edinburgh)...
SubjectGeography

Current geography student at University of Edinburgh looking to tutor National 5, Higher and Advanced Higher Geography students

I like to have a chat with the student and understand their strengths and weaknesses before curating a structured plan that helps weaker ar...
DBS checkDBS check
£20/hr
Charlyn
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectBiology

Helping students understand, not memorise, one lesson at a time⭐

I tailor every lesson to each student's learning style and pace. My goal is to help students truly understand concepts rather than memorise...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectBiology

Helping students understand, not memorise, one lesson at a time⭐

I tailor every lesson to each student's learning style and pace. My goal is to help students truly understand concepts rather than memorise...
Professional Guitar and Ukulele Tutor, over 15 year’s experience
£30/hr
Eric Yin Yu
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectGuitar

Professional Guitar and Ukulele Tutor, over 15 year’s experience

I have been teaching classical, pop, folk guitar and ukulele music in group and individual classes for over fifteen years. I always aim to...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectGuitar

Professional Guitar and Ukulele Tutor, over 15 year’s experience

I have been teaching classical, pop, folk guitar and ukulele music in group and individual classes for over fifteen years. I always aim to...
Qualified Careers Guidance Practitioner helping people identify strengths, build confidence and achieve career goals
£45/hr
First class free
Anna
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectCareer Guidance

Qualified Careers Guidance Practitioner helping people identify strengths, build confidence and achieve career goals

My approach is friendly, supportive, and tailored to your individual needs. Every session is designed to help you gain clarity, build confi...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectCareer Guidance

Qualified Careers Guidance Practitioner helping people identify strengths, build confidence and achieve career goals

My approach is friendly, supportive, and tailored to your individual needs. Every session is designed to help you gain clarity, build confi...
I will help children with their English lessons
£20/hr
First class free
Shanet Ann
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish Language

I will help children with their English lessons

I will help children with their English lessons.
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish Language

I will help children with their English lessons

I will help children with their English lessons.
£20/hr
Meetraa
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectBiology

Medical student teaching GCSE and A‑Level Biology online with engaging, exam‑ready lessons.

I teach Biology with clear explanations, active questioning, and exam‑focused practice, and by breaking complex ideas into simple steps tha...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectBiology

Medical student teaching GCSE and A‑Level Biology online with engaging, exam‑ready lessons.

I teach Biology with clear explanations, active questioning, and exam‑focused practice, and by breaking complex ideas into simple steps tha...
£30/hr
David Bordes
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectCoaching

I excel at developing people and unlock their full potential

Lessons are tailored to individuals and adopt to their learning style to offer the most enjoyable experience and learner engagement. Each s...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectCoaching

I excel at developing people and unlock their full potential

Lessons are tailored to individuals and adopt to their learning style to offer the most enjoyable experience and learner engagement. Each s...
£25/hr
Dominik
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPhilosophy

I am a friendly and hardworking - I aim to provide help to those interested in academic philosophy

I study Philosophy at the University of Edinburgh, and I participate in PhD and Masters reading groups, even though I am only in second yea...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPhilosophy

I am a friendly and hardworking - I aim to provide help to those interested in academic philosophy

I study Philosophy at the University of Edinburgh, and I participate in PhD and Masters reading groups, even though I am only in second yea...
£30/hr
Anjie Xu
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectChinese

Native Mandarin tutor and MSc TESOL student offering engaging online Chinese lessons for children and adults in Edinburgh.

Learning Mandarin should be practical, enjoyable and tailored to your goals. I offer personalised online lessons for children, teenagers an...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectChinese

Native Mandarin tutor and MSc TESOL student offering engaging online Chinese lessons for children and adults in Edinburgh.

Learning Mandarin should be practical, enjoyable and tailored to your goals. I offer personalised online lessons for children, teenagers an...
Native Spanish lessons provides lessons for adults of all levels
£16/hr
First class free
Rebeca
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectSpanish

Native Spanish lessons provides lessons for adults of all levels

Maestra titulada (Diplomada Magisterio, B2 First Certificate English y seis años de conservatorio) , con experiencia y en activo. Clases de...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectSpanish

Native Spanish lessons provides lessons for adults of all levels

Maestra titulada (Diplomada Magisterio, B2 First Certificate English y seis años de conservatorio) , con experiencia y en activo. Clases de...
Yoga instructor providing a safe practice for all levels
£22/hr
First class free
Paula
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectYoga

Yoga instructor providing a safe practice for all levels

ABOUT THE CLASSES My classes are student centered. This means I will plan and deliver them according to the student/client necessities. Th...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectYoga

Yoga instructor providing a safe practice for all levels

ABOUT THE CLASSES My classes are student centered. This means I will plan and deliver them according to the student/client necessities. Th...
I offer individual and group training thats tailored to your needs
£15/hr
Mercy Consolate Akello
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectStatistics

I offer individual and group training thats tailored to your needs

Are you looking for lessons that are completely tailored and delivered to meet your needs? You can contact me. I am passionate about learn...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectStatistics

I offer individual and group training thats tailored to your needs

Are you looking for lessons that are completely tailored and delivered to meet your needs? You can contact me. I am passionate about learn...
Native Mandarin speaker with TESOL background offers tailored Chinese/English lessons for all levels
£200/hr
First class free
Cao Jiarui
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectChinese

Native Mandarin speaker with TESOL background offers tailored Chinese/English lessons for all levels

I am a native Mandarin speaker and a postgraduate student in the TESOL programme at the University of Edinburgh. With over two years of div...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectChinese

Native Mandarin speaker with TESOL background offers tailored Chinese/English lessons for all levels

I am a native Mandarin speaker and a postgraduate student in the TESOL programme at the University of Edinburgh. With over two years of div...
Psychology & Mandarin Tutor for Adult Learners
£25/hr
First class free
★5.0(1 Reviews)
Shiyu Chen
Verified TutorVerified Tutor
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPsychology

Psychology & Mandarin Tutor for Adult Learners

As a behavioural-science graduate and native Chinese speaker, I offer online psychology and language lessons designed specifically for adul...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPsychology

Psychology & Mandarin Tutor for Adult Learners

As a behavioural-science graduate and native Chinese speaker, I offer online psychology and language lessons designed specifically for adul...
SAT Maths Tutor | 1550 SAT (790 Maths) | Medical Student at UoE
£20/hr
First class free
Dongin
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths: GCSE Maths, A Level Maths, Maths SATs, IGCSE

SAT Maths Tutor | 1550 SAT (790 Maths) | Medical Student at UoE

I am currently a medical student at the University of Edinburgh with a strong academic background in mathematics and a genuine passion for...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths: GCSE Maths, A Level Maths, Maths SATs, IGCSE

SAT Maths Tutor | 1550 SAT (790 Maths) | Medical Student at UoE

I am currently a medical student at the University of Edinburgh with a strong academic background in mathematics and a genuine passion for...

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.