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I can give Tutor in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry
£20/hr
First class free
Ndubuisi Odiaka
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectAfter-school tuition

I can give Tutor in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry

I have over 7years experience in teaching. My classes are always fun mixed with learning.
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectAfter-school tuition

I can give Tutor in Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry

I have over 7years experience in teaching. My classes are always fun mixed with learning.
£20/hr
First class free
Han
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths: Geometry, GCSE Maths

Do you need help with Algebra, Ratio, proportion and rates of change, Geometry and measures, Probability, Statistics

Masters in Mechanical Engineering. Highest honors graduate
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths: Geometry, GCSE Maths

Do you need help with Algebra, Ratio, proportion and rates of change, Geometry and measures, Probability, Statistics

Masters in Mechanical Engineering. Highest honors graduate
£20/hr
First class free
Han
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths: Geometry, GCSE Maths

Very productive math classes. Algebra, Ratio, proportion and rates of change. Geometry and measures. Probability. Statistics

Masters in mechanical engineering. Graduated with highest honors
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths: Geometry, GCSE Maths

Very productive math classes. Algebra, Ratio, proportion and rates of change. Geometry and measures. Probability. Statistics

Masters in mechanical engineering. Graduated with highest honors
£20/hr
First class free
Matthew
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectAfter-school tuition

Values Based Coaching Mentoring and Leadership

My sessions are a mixture of mini tutorials and class inteaction coupled with ideas to implement practical change in your life and work. T...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectAfter-school tuition

Values Based Coaching Mentoring and Leadership

My sessions are a mixture of mini tutorials and class inteaction coupled with ideas to implement practical change in your life and work. T...
Passionate about helping students who would like to improve their language skills and to create a zeal to all ages
£15/hr
First class free
Darshini Vellanki
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

Passionate about helping students who would like to improve their language skills and to create a zeal to all ages

My teaching method is primarily interactive. I firmly believe that students can learn and aspire to learn if the class is interactive. I li...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

Passionate about helping students who would like to improve their language skills and to create a zeal to all ages

My teaching method is primarily interactive. I firmly believe that students can learn and aspire to learn if the class is interactive. I li...
Biology Tutor able to teach up to Advanced Higher Level
£12/hr
First class free
Kirsten
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectBiology

Biology Tutor able to teach up to Advanced Higher Level

I am a 3rd year Veterinary Medicine Student that received straight A's through high school including at Advanced Higher Level with Biology...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectBiology

Biology Tutor able to teach up to Advanced Higher Level

I am a 3rd year Veterinary Medicine Student that received straight A's through high school including at Advanced Higher Level with Biology...
History tutor available for both History and Classics (GCSE/A-LEVEL/HIGHERS)
£14/hr
Edward
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Loanhead, N...
SubjectHistory

History tutor available for both History and Classics (GCSE/A-LEVEL/HIGHERS)

Experience the enriching world of History and Classics with the expert guidance of Edward, a highly skilled and engaging tutor. Whether you...
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Loanhead, N...
SubjectHistory

History tutor available for both History and Classics (GCSE/A-LEVEL/HIGHERS)

Experience the enriching world of History and Classics with the expert guidance of Edward, a highly skilled and engaging tutor. Whether you...
Are you struggling with social science subjects. I am here to help!
£11/hr
Joy
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

Are you struggling with social science subjects. I am here to help!

I am a private tutor with a masters in criminology and criminal justice, with a background working as a classroom assistant. As someone wit...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

Are you struggling with social science subjects. I am here to help!

I am a private tutor with a masters in criminology and criminal justice, with a background working as a classroom assistant. As someone wit...
£15/hr
First class free
Junaid
CountyEdinburgh, Blackford (City Of...
SubjectPhysics

A PhD Candidate in Engineering, with strong background in Physics

I am a PhD candidate in Engineering, with a strong background in Physics. Remove your fear of complex physical problems, take it as fun and...
CountyEdinburgh, Blackford (City Of...
SubjectPhysics

A PhD Candidate in Engineering, with strong background in Physics

I am a PhD candidate in Engineering, with a strong background in Physics. Remove your fear of complex physical problems, take it as fun and...
£15/hr
First class free
Junaid
CountyEdinburgh, Blackford (City Of...
SubjectMaths

Qualified maths tutor & a PhD candidate, with strong emphasis on real world applications

Maths won't be difficult at all, study it as a fun activity. I am a PhD candidate with strong interest in tutoring maths alongside its appl...
CountyEdinburgh, Blackford (City Of...
SubjectMaths

Qualified maths tutor & a PhD candidate, with strong emphasis on real world applications

Maths won't be difficult at all, study it as a fun activity. I am a PhD candidate with strong interest in tutoring maths alongside its appl...
Online Coding classes for kids and beginnees 9 -16 years
£9/hr
First class free
Sujatha Mahanthi
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectProgramming: Web, HTML, CSS, Javascript

Online Coding classes for kids and beginnees 9 -16 years

I am a experienced tutor offering coding classes for kids and beginners. I have more than 4 years of experience in teaching kids.I previous...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectProgramming: Web, HTML, CSS, Javascript

Online Coding classes for kids and beginnees 9 -16 years

I am a experienced tutor offering coding classes for kids and beginners. I have more than 4 years of experience in teaching kids.I previous...
Patient Chinese girl that studies in university of york for law
£16/hr
First class free
Angel
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectChinese

Patient Chinese girl that studies in university of york for law

This is Angel, fluent in Mandarin, English and Cantonese. Currently studying law in university of York. Improve and learn Chinese with Ange...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectChinese

Patient Chinese girl that studies in university of york for law

This is Angel, fluent in Mandarin, English and Cantonese. Currently studying law in university of York. Improve and learn Chinese with Ange...
Biology and Life Sciences tutor getting Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Sciences, and offering private teaching in Edinburgh.
£25/hr
Ines
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectAnatomy

Biology and Life Sciences tutor getting Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Sciences, and offering private teaching in Edinburgh.

I use Zoom as a platform for online tutoring. I like to start with a few slides to go over the topic and re-explain the important concepts...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectAnatomy

Biology and Life Sciences tutor getting Bachelor's degree in Biomedical Sciences, and offering private teaching in Edinburgh.

I use Zoom as a platform for online tutoring. I like to start with a few slides to go over the topic and re-explain the important concepts...
I adapt to your needs and improve the learning process
£10/hr
William
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectSpanish

I adapt to your needs and improve the learning process

I always stick to a programme that is optimal for each need and try to make the student really learn and not memorise, thats my way.
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectSpanish

I adapt to your needs and improve the learning process

I always stick to a programme that is optimal for each need and try to make the student really learn and not memorise, thats my way.
£19/hr
First class free
Ty
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths: National 4 and 5 Maths, Higher Maths

Secondary School - maths, chemistry and physics tutor

I have completed Advanced Higher studies in maths, physics and mechanics at George Heriot's school in Edinburgh and will be studying Mechan...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths: National 4 and 5 Maths, Higher Maths

Secondary School - maths, chemistry and physics tutor

I have completed Advanced Higher studies in maths, physics and mechanics at George Heriot's school in Edinburgh and will be studying Mechan...
Learn to speak Portuguese at your own pace, from conversational level to more advanced
£12/hr
First class free
Nuno
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPortuguese

Learn to speak Portuguese at your own pace, from conversational level to more advanced

Hello there I am Nuno, passionate for learning and for sharing knowledge with others. I am a native Portuguese speaker and I am here to int...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPortuguese

Learn to speak Portuguese at your own pace, from conversational level to more advanced

Hello there I am Nuno, passionate for learning and for sharing knowledge with others. I am a native Portuguese speaker and I am here to int...
Computer Scientist providing lessons to GCSE level and above. I work with you to understand concepts and reach your goals
£25/hr
First class free
Mattias
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectComputer science: GCSE Computer Science

Computer Scientist providing lessons to GCSE level and above. I work with you to understand concepts and reach your goals

I'm a PHD in Artificial Intelligence who has years of experience tutoring. I will use my experience and creativity to listen to the things...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectComputer science: GCSE Computer Science

Computer Scientist providing lessons to GCSE level and above. I work with you to understand concepts and reach your goals

I'm a PHD in Artificial Intelligence who has years of experience tutoring. I will use my experience and creativity to listen to the things...
Life coach and Debate & Public Speaking coach teaches students from GCSE to University
£40/hr
First class free
Fiyin
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectCareer Guidance

Life coach and Debate & Public Speaking coach teaches students from GCSE to University

An award-winning tutor and Law graduate with six years of mentoring and nurturing students of various talents and ensuring their exam and c...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectCareer Guidance

Life coach and Debate & Public Speaking coach teaches students from GCSE to University

An award-winning tutor and Law graduate with six years of mentoring and nurturing students of various talents and ensuring their exam and c...
I can tutor mathematics and computer for all level of high school student
£16/hr
First class free
Oluwaseun James
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

I can tutor mathematics and computer for all level of high school student

Here are the formats I always use: Student-Centered Discussion: Student to be at the centre of the learning process. Making Connections: Te...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

I can tutor mathematics and computer for all level of high school student

Here are the formats I always use: Student-Centered Discussion: Student to be at the centre of the learning process. Making Connections: Te...

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.