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£10/hr
Suchithra P
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPolitical science

Hii myself suchithra.. I have been inti teaching field from 4 years.. As a tutor. My lesson are always amied for the younger generation as they are our future

I always teach in a way everyone understands and one to one teaching is the best thing i give to everyone as i have more of experience in i...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPolitical science

Hii myself suchithra.. I have been inti teaching field from 4 years.. As a tutor. My lesson are always amied for the younger generation as they are our future

I always teach in a way everyone understands and one to one teaching is the best thing i give to everyone as i have more of experience in i...
Chemistry Student offering tutoring to high school chemistry students
£14/hr
First class free
Jack
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Newington (...
SubjectChemistry

Chemistry Student offering tutoring to high school chemistry students

Chemistry Student offering tutoring to high school chemistry students.
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Newington (...
SubjectChemistry

Chemistry Student offering tutoring to high school chemistry students

Chemistry Student offering tutoring to high school chemistry students.
£9/hr
First class free
Naima Nasir
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish

I can give affordable English lessons to students of grades 1-5

I can give affordable English lessons to students of grades 1-5.
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish

I can give affordable English lessons to students of grades 1-5

I can give affordable English lessons to students of grades 1-5.
£15/hr
First class free
Emma
CountyNewington (City Of Edinburgh)...
SubjectEnglish

English tutor providing lessons to children of all ages

Introducing Emma, your top-notch English tutor offering private lessons to children of all ages. With a wealth of knowledge and a passion f...
CountyNewington (City Of Edinburgh)...
SubjectEnglish

English tutor providing lessons to children of all ages

Introducing Emma, your top-notch English tutor offering private lessons to children of all ages. With a wealth of knowledge and a passion f...
£15/hr
Euan
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Maths tutor. Current accountancy student familiar with Scottish school system and competent at N5 & Higher level

Maths Tutor: Expertise in Scottish School System Are you seeking private Maths lessons? Look no further! I'm Euan, a current accountancy st...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Maths tutor. Current accountancy student familiar with Scottish school system and competent at N5 & Higher level

Maths Tutor: Expertise in Scottish School System Are you seeking private Maths lessons? Look no further! I'm Euan, a current accountancy st...
Psychology tutor up to Honours Degree level
£16/hr
First class free
Connor
CountySlateford
SubjectPsychology

Psychology tutor up to Honours Degree level

I like to use short, precise PowerPoints with breaks every few slides for questions and discussion. I will also provide research tasks and...
CountySlateford
SubjectPsychology

Psychology tutor up to Honours Degree level

I like to use short, precise PowerPoints with breaks every few slides for questions and discussion. I will also provide research tasks and...
I offer lessons on good scientific writing. My service is best suited for high schoolers and first-year undergraduate university students.
£20/hr
Joe
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

I offer lessons on good scientific writing. My service is best suited for high schoolers and first-year undergraduate university students.

You will be taught theories and their applications distilled from my 5+ years of being a STEM student of the University of St Andrews, the...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

I offer lessons on good scientific writing. My service is best suited for high schoolers and first-year undergraduate university students.

You will be taught theories and their applications distilled from my 5+ years of being a STEM student of the University of St Andrews, the...
I teach Business Studies, Accountancy and Maths. I have experience working with young children
£20/hr
First class free
Yukti
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectBusiness administration

I teach Business Studies, Accountancy and Maths. I have experience working with young children

I employ a variety of formats to cater to different learning styles and preferences. These may include live virtual sessions, pre-recorded...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectBusiness administration

I teach Business Studies, Accountancy and Maths. I have experience working with young children

I employ a variety of formats to cater to different learning styles and preferences. These may include live virtual sessions, pre-recorded...
7 Years Leadership and Management experience - Available for help and support !
£15/hr
First class free
Daniel McGrath
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectBusiness administration

7 Years Leadership and Management experience - Available for help and support !

PowerPoint Case study’s Conversational
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectBusiness administration

7 Years Leadership and Management experience - Available for help and support !

PowerPoint Case study’s Conversational
£18/hr
First class free
Asim
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectBusiness administration

Business tutor providing lessons to children of all ages

I have a master degree of structural engineering but I am more interested in business and as all know If you are in to something, you are s...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectBusiness administration

Business tutor providing lessons to children of all ages

I have a master degree of structural engineering but I am more interested in business and as all know If you are in to something, you are s...
£15/hr
First class free
Max
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

English as a foreign language for individuals of all ages

Hello there! Are you eager to unlock the world of English language proficiency and enhance your communication skills? Look no further, as I...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

English as a foreign language for individuals of all ages

Hello there! Are you eager to unlock the world of English language proficiency and enhance your communication skills? Look no further, as I...
£10/hr
Suchithra P
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish

i would be happy to share my knowledge with my students

i belive in understanding and teaching the kids, so any topic taught by me will make the student understand in better ways and i always mak...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish

i would be happy to share my knowledge with my students

i belive in understanding and teaching the kids, so any topic taught by me will make the student understand in better ways and i always mak...
English, Urdu, maths, commerce, management, islamic studies, social science tuition provide to grad 2- graduate students
£18/hr
First class free
Leena
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectAfter-school tuition

English, Urdu, maths, commerce, management, islamic studies, social science tuition provide to grad 2- graduate students

I use case studies, real world example, power point slides, notes, comprehensive material with exercise, online Google docs, and interactiv...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectAfter-school tuition

English, Urdu, maths, commerce, management, islamic studies, social science tuition provide to grad 2- graduate students

I use case studies, real world example, power point slides, notes, comprehensive material with exercise, online Google docs, and interactiv...
£10/hr
Sovan Sen
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

I teach English in a high school and also offer language proficiency classes to students.

Teaching has been a passion for me since my school days. I often used to wonder how my teachers used to teach English. So, I developed a ze...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

I teach English in a high school and also offer language proficiency classes to students.

Teaching has been a passion for me since my school days. I often used to wonder how my teachers used to teach English. So, I developed a ze...
Science teacher exploring innovative teaching techniques and interesting learning concepts with future scientists
£20/hr
First class free
Chima
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectAfter-school tuition

Science teacher exploring innovative teaching techniques and interesting learning concepts with future scientists

Attention future scientists! Get ready to explore and innovate with Chima, an experienced science teacher offering after-school private tui...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectAfter-school tuition

Science teacher exploring innovative teaching techniques and interesting learning concepts with future scientists

Attention future scientists! Get ready to explore and innovate with Chima, an experienced science teacher offering after-school private tui...
Home economics, hospitality and health and food technology tutor for all ages
£17/hr
First class free
Rebecca
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectAfter-school tuition

Home economics, hospitality and health and food technology tutor for all ages

I’m a very practical learner myself so I use aids and visuals to help with teaching others. I believe short quizzes made up of buzz questio...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectAfter-school tuition

Home economics, hospitality and health and food technology tutor for all ages

I’m a very practical learner myself so I use aids and visuals to help with teaching others. I believe short quizzes made up of buzz questio...
I give Spanish lessons for everyone. I’m a native Spanish girl, so I was really pleasure to help you
£20/hr
First class free
Dolly
CountyLeith
SubjectSpanish

I give Spanish lessons for everyone. I’m a native Spanish girl, so I was really pleasure to help you

I’m a native Spanish girl and I studied filology at university. I have experience teaching English to children, but algo I can teach adults...
CountyLeith
SubjectSpanish

I give Spanish lessons for everyone. I’m a native Spanish girl, so I was really pleasure to help you

I’m a native Spanish girl and I studied filology at university. I have experience teaching English to children, but algo I can teach adults...
I love teaching and i love sharing my ideas and knowledge to the young students
£14/hr
First class free
Shida
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

I love teaching and i love sharing my ideas and knowledge to the young students

TeamworkOrganizational skillPunctuality Positive mind
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

I love teaching and i love sharing my ideas and knowledge to the young students

TeamworkOrganizational skillPunctuality Positive mind
Psychology or History tutor up to an A level standard
£14/hr
First class free
Reuben
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectHistory

Psychology or History tutor up to an A level standard

During lessons students would expect to find a comfortable yet still challenging approach. Through previously working as a peer tutor durin...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectHistory

Psychology or History tutor up to an A level standard

During lessons students would expect to find a comfortable yet still challenging approach. Through previously working as a peer tutor durin...

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.