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Italian tutor, providing Italian lessons to adults
£20/hr
First class free
Stefania
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectItalian

Italian tutor, providing Italian lessons to adults

Hi! I’m Stefania I'm Italian and am currently living in Scotland. I study computer engineering at the university, and also have a philosoph...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectItalian

Italian tutor, providing Italian lessons to adults

Hi! I’m Stefania I'm Italian and am currently living in Scotland. I study computer engineering at the university, and also have a philosoph...
Chemistry and physics teacher providing lessons to the children of all ages
£15/hr
First class free
Muhammad Mubashar Iqbal
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectChemistry

Chemistry and physics teacher providing lessons to the children of all ages

I'm a proficient Chemistry and Physics teacher offering private lessons to the children of all ages. With a wealth of knowledge in these s...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectChemistry

Chemistry and physics teacher providing lessons to the children of all ages

I'm a proficient Chemistry and Physics teacher offering private lessons to the children of all ages. With a wealth of knowledge in these s...
Chemistry tutor providing lesson for students of all ages
£16/hr
First class free
Faith
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectChemistry

Chemistry tutor providing lesson for students of all ages

I am knowledgeable and experienced chemistry tutor offering private lessons tailored to highschool students. With a passion for teaching an...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectChemistry

Chemistry tutor providing lesson for students of all ages

I am knowledgeable and experienced chemistry tutor offering private lessons tailored to highschool students. With a passion for teaching an...
£20/hr
Abiola Lotun
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectChemistry

Experienced Chemistry and Biology Teacher providing insightful lessons to children including the disadvantaged ones

I am an experienced teacher having taught different subjects and courses involving both children and adults across different educational ce...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectChemistry

Experienced Chemistry and Biology Teacher providing insightful lessons to children including the disadvantaged ones

I am an experienced teacher having taught different subjects and courses involving both children and adults across different educational ce...
Fluent Mandarin and English speaker providing one-to-one tuition
£12/hr
First class free
Wei Xu
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Newington (...
SubjectChinese

Fluent Mandarin and English speaker providing one-to-one tuition

I have an undergraduate degree and PhD from Cambridge University and have written and published numerous scientific articles in English. I...
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Newington (...
SubjectChinese

Fluent Mandarin and English speaker providing one-to-one tuition

I have an undergraduate degree and PhD from Cambridge University and have written and published numerous scientific articles in English. I...
Teaching Composition, Theory and Piano (Grades 1-8)
£22/hr
First class free
Thomas
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectAfter-school tuition

Teaching Composition, Theory and Piano (Grades 1-8)

As an experienced composition tutor, I am dedicated to nurturing each student's unique artistic voice. Whether you're an aspiring composer...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectAfter-school tuition

Teaching Composition, Theory and Piano (Grades 1-8)

As an experienced composition tutor, I am dedicated to nurturing each student's unique artistic voice. Whether you're an aspiring composer...
English Tutor providing help with improving English grammar, listening and speaking skills
£40/hr
Rachel
CountyJuniper Green
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

English Tutor providing help with improving English grammar, listening and speaking skills

I currently work as a lead practitioner at a nursery attached to a private school in Edinburgh. I have more than 14 years experience workin...
CountyJuniper Green
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

English Tutor providing help with improving English grammar, listening and speaking skills

I currently work as a lead practitioner at a nursery attached to a private school in Edinburgh. I have more than 14 years experience workin...
EXPERIENCED WRITER AND TRAINED TEACHER OFFERING ENGLISH LESSONS
£20/hr
First class free
Korey
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

EXPERIENCED WRITER AND TRAINED TEACHER OFFERING ENGLISH LESSONS

My lessons are always interactive and dynamic. I spend as little time as possible providing direct instruction in order to optimize work ti...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

EXPERIENCED WRITER AND TRAINED TEACHER OFFERING ENGLISH LESSONS

My lessons are always interactive and dynamic. I spend as little time as possible providing direct instruction in order to optimize work ti...
£18/hr
Mildred Wadondera
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectChemistry

I'm a skillful Chemistry and Biology Biology tutor for more than 18 years. I'm also a national Examiner in O level Chemistry per 1

I'm a highly experienced Chemistry and Biology tutor with over 18 years of expertise in the field. If you are seeking private lessons in Ch...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectChemistry

I'm a skillful Chemistry and Biology Biology tutor for more than 18 years. I'm also a national Examiner in O level Chemistry per 1

I'm a highly experienced Chemistry and Biology tutor with over 18 years of expertise in the field. If you are seeking private lessons in Ch...
Chemistry tutor for National 5 and higher chemistry Scotland
£16/hr
First class free
Muhammad Ali
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectChemistry: Higher Chemistry, National 4 and 5 Chemistry

Chemistry tutor for National 5 and higher chemistry Scotland

I have done really well in Nat 5 and higher chemistry and got A’s and I would like to use my knowledge for others to get successful
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectChemistry: Higher Chemistry, National 4 and 5 Chemistry

Chemistry tutor for National 5 and higher chemistry Scotland

I have done really well in Nat 5 and higher chemistry and got A’s and I would like to use my knowledge for others to get successful
£75/hr
Chris
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectFitness

Beginners, novices, advanced, and experienced people. Let’s go!

I plan to teach you how to achieve your body/fitness/health goals. Or, how to coach these lessons to others. Let’s get it, let’s change liv...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectFitness

Beginners, novices, advanced, and experienced people. Let’s go!

I plan to teach you how to achieve your body/fitness/health goals. Or, how to coach these lessons to others. Let’s get it, let’s change liv...
£200/hr
Pradip kumar Nath
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

I'm 15+ years experienced Language Teacher and like to teach the students of , mainly, standaard viii, ix, x xi and xii

True education is fully psychological, basically keeping in mind with the emoticon, interest, mental category and over all scientific lesso...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

I'm 15+ years experienced Language Teacher and like to teach the students of , mainly, standaard viii, ix, x xi and xii

True education is fully psychological, basically keeping in mind with the emoticon, interest, mental category and over all scientific lesso...
Primary school tutor who can help teach a range of different subjects
£10/hr
First class free
Shannan
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectBiology

Primary school tutor who can help teach a range of different subjects

Hello my name is Shannan and I can offer my help with primary school tutor offering private lessons in biology and a variety of other subje...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectBiology

Primary school tutor who can help teach a range of different subjects

Hello my name is Shannan and I can offer my help with primary school tutor offering private lessons in biology and a variety of other subje...
£30/hr
Saahil
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

I specialize in online mathematics tutoring for all levels and skillsets. I am attending the University of Edinburgh and studying Economics with Finance.

I do one to one tutoring, no parents and no other outside influence present. It allows us to fully gauge your ability and can help me help...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

I specialize in online mathematics tutoring for all levels and skillsets. I am attending the University of Edinburgh and studying Economics with Finance.

I do one to one tutoring, no parents and no other outside influence present. It allows us to fully gauge your ability and can help me help...
Enthusiastic French teacher with a passion for foreign languages
£20/hr
First class free
Claire Hogg
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectFrench

Enthusiastic French teacher with a passion for foreign languages

I have a degree in French and Applied Language Studies, which I greatly enjoyed as it allowed me to study a language I adore and gain insig...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectFrench

Enthusiastic French teacher with a passion for foreign languages

I have a degree in French and Applied Language Studies, which I greatly enjoyed as it allowed me to study a language I adore and gain insig...
Happy to help you improve your English whatever your age!
£25/hr
Carol Ettershank
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

Happy to help you improve your English whatever your age!

I am an excellent communicator, and have many years experience working an an interpreter. I love to teach one to one, motivating and encou...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

Happy to help you improve your English whatever your age!

I am an excellent communicator, and have many years experience working an an interpreter. I love to teach one to one, motivating and encou...
English tutor teaches students till high school
£17/hr
First class free
Steffi
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish

English tutor teaches students till high school

Students who take my class would be able to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. I have done my bachelor's degee in Engli...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish

English tutor teaches students till high school

Students who take my class would be able to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. I have done my bachelor's degee in Engli...
Hey, I am a English and Spanish tutor I give affordable lessons to improve your English or Spanish
£16/hr
First class free
Charity
CountyCurrie
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

Hey, I am a English and Spanish tutor I give affordable lessons to improve your English or Spanish

Welcome to my English language lessons! I'm here to provide you with an engaging and effective learning experience. Here's a summary of wha...
CountyCurrie
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

Hey, I am a English and Spanish tutor I give affordable lessons to improve your English or Spanish

Welcome to my English language lessons! I'm here to provide you with an engaging and effective learning experience. Here's a summary of wha...
English tutor and I teach students of all ages
£18/hr
First class free
Roseline
CountyNewington (City Of Edinburgh)
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

English tutor and I teach students of all ages

CountyNewington (City Of Edinburgh)
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

English tutor and I teach students of all ages

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.