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Professional Mandarin Tutor | 300+ Hours of Teaching Experience | Help You Learn Mandarin with Ease
£18/hr
First class free
Yuann
CountyEdinburgh, Newington (City Of...
SubjectChinese

Professional Mandarin Tutor | 300+ Hours of Teaching Experience | Help You Learn Mandarin with Ease

Hello! I’m Yuann, a professional Traditional Chinese tutor with a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology. I have accumulated over 250 hou...
CountyEdinburgh, Newington (City Of...
SubjectChinese

Professional Mandarin Tutor | 300+ Hours of Teaching Experience | Help You Learn Mandarin with Ease

Hello! I’m Yuann, a professional Traditional Chinese tutor with a master’s degree in Counseling Psychology. I have accumulated over 250 hou...
Spanish tutor with experience looking to help and support people in need! Please feel free to reach out!
£20/hr
First class free
Mara
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectSpanish

Spanish tutor with experience looking to help and support people in need! Please feel free to reach out!

Do you want to learn Spanish as a native but not sure where to start from? Here I am ready to teach and support your studies; you will lear...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectSpanish

Spanish tutor with experience looking to help and support people in need! Please feel free to reach out!

Do you want to learn Spanish as a native but not sure where to start from? Here I am ready to teach and support your studies; you will lear...
Philosophy tutor providing lessons to undergrad, A-level, and GCSE
£24/hr
First class free
Daniel Silkstone
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPhilosophy

Philosophy tutor providing lessons to undergrad, A-level, and GCSE

I am am a student at the University of Edinburgh pursuing a Masters of Science degree in Philosophy, and am expecting to graduate in Novemb...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPhilosophy

Philosophy tutor providing lessons to undergrad, A-level, and GCSE

I am am a student at the University of Edinburgh pursuing a Masters of Science degree in Philosophy, and am expecting to graduate in Novemb...
£10/hr
Hana
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths: Higher Maths

Online/in person high school maths and english lessons

Lessons suited to your student needs. SQA A grades in both Higher Maths and English. Focus on past paper questions and methods used to ans...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths: Higher Maths

Online/in person high school maths and english lessons

Lessons suited to your student needs. SQA A grades in both Higher Maths and English. Focus on past paper questions and methods used to ans...
Passionate, patient and enthusiastic, perfect for teaching students
£20/hr
First class free
Kenzie
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CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Colinton, N...
SubjectMaths: GCSE Maths

Passionate, patient and enthusiastic, perfect for teaching students

Hello Potential Student! My name is Kenzie and I am really excited to be teaching Maths! Do you struggle to focus? Feel as though teacher...
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Colinton, N...
SubjectMaths: GCSE Maths

Passionate, patient and enthusiastic, perfect for teaching students

Hello Potential Student! My name is Kenzie and I am really excited to be teaching Maths! Do you struggle to focus? Feel as though teacher...
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Bilingual French Native with a strong academic background in French Literature and a passion for language education
£16/hr
First class free
Adelaide
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectFrench

Bilingual French Native with a strong academic background in French Literature and a passion for language education

As a bilingual French and English speaker with a background in literature, art, and design, I bring a unique combination of creativity, cul...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectFrench

Bilingual French Native with a strong academic background in French Literature and a passion for language education

As a bilingual French and English speaker with a background in literature, art, and design, I bring a unique combination of creativity, cul...
£18/hr
First class free
Eve
CountyLeith, Edinburgh, Newington (...
SubjectTOEFL

I am a native English Speaker, with experience teaching English in a foreign country to Primary School children

I am a native English Speaker, with experience teaching English in a foreign country to Primary School children.
CountyLeith, Edinburgh, Newington (...
SubjectTOEFL

I am a native English Speaker, with experience teaching English in a foreign country to Primary School children

I am a native English Speaker, with experience teaching English in a foreign country to Primary School children.
English Tutor providing tailored lessons to children and teenagers
£14/hr
First class free
Mason Tourell
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

English Tutor providing tailored lessons to children and teenagers

I have a Bachelor's degree in Sports Management and Development. I have experience working in language schools in the UK, both as an Activi...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

English Tutor providing tailored lessons to children and teenagers

I have a Bachelor's degree in Sports Management and Development. I have experience working in language schools in the UK, both as an Activi...
Native English speaker in Edinburgh with a degree in History, experience with teaching children ages 5-11.
£11/hr
Sonia
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectHistory

Native English speaker in Edinburgh with a degree in History, experience with teaching children ages 5-11.

Private lessons, personalised for each individual. Using my background in education and degree in History, lessons will explore ancient cul...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectHistory

Native English speaker in Edinburgh with a degree in History, experience with teaching children ages 5-11.

Private lessons, personalised for each individual. Using my background in education and degree in History, lessons will explore ancient cul...
£9/hr
First class free
Pearlyn Nair
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

I am a fluent English speaking postgraduate student with experience in mentoring fellow students academically

I am a fluent English speaking postgraduate student with experience in mentoring fellow students academically.
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

I am a fluent English speaking postgraduate student with experience in mentoring fellow students academically

I am a fluent English speaking postgraduate student with experience in mentoring fellow students academically.
£21/hr
First class free
Qianzhu
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Newington (...
SubjectMaths

Maths tutor for children or adult

Lesson Format Structured yet flexible: Each lesson starts with clear goals, followed by step-by-step instruction, practice, and a quick rec...
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Newington (...
SubjectMaths

Maths tutor for children or adult

Lesson Format Structured yet flexible: Each lesson starts with clear goals, followed by step-by-step instruction, practice, and a quick rec...
A Primary teacher passionate in teaching kids English, basic science and rhymes remotely
£9/hr
Praise
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPrimary school

A Primary teacher passionate in teaching kids English, basic science and rhymes remotely

I am very good with kids and would be happy to help tutor your them. I cannot wait to have fun rhymes and spellings with your angels.
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPrimary school

A Primary teacher passionate in teaching kids English, basic science and rhymes remotely

I am very good with kids and would be happy to help tutor your them. I cannot wait to have fun rhymes and spellings with your angels.
I am a 4th year student at the Uni of Edinburgh studying History and Politics. My lessons are aimed at helping any students!
£12/hr
5(1 Reviews)
Adam
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

I am a 4th year student at the Uni of Edinburgh studying History and Politics. My lessons are aimed at helping any students!

My lessons are flexible yet organized, according to each student's requirements and goals. I usually start by splitting subjects into eas...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

I am a 4th year student at the Uni of Edinburgh studying History and Politics. My lessons are aimed at helping any students!

My lessons are flexible yet organized, according to each student's requirements and goals. I usually start by splitting subjects into eas...
£10/hr
Siddhant Sharma
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths: GCSE Maths, A Level Maths

“I am a tutor offering tailored lessons designed for students who want to strengthen their mathematics and physics problem solving

My teaching style is interactive and flexible: I break down complex concepts into clear, step-by-step explanations, use real-world examples...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths: GCSE Maths, A Level Maths

“I am a tutor offering tailored lessons designed for students who want to strengthen their mathematics and physics problem solving

My teaching style is interactive and flexible: I break down complex concepts into clear, step-by-step explanations, use real-world examples...
Psychology tutor available online for students of all ages
£15/hr
First class free
Mia
DBS checkDBS check
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPsychology

Psychology tutor available online for students of all ages

I am currently completing my Master's degree in Developmental Psychology and am a qualified highland dance teacher. I can adapt and teach d...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPsychology

Psychology tutor available online for students of all ages

I am currently completing my Master's degree in Developmental Psychology and am a qualified highland dance teacher. I can adapt and teach d...
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Supportive, patient tutor helping students build confidence academically.
£15/hr
First class free
Mia
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CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPsychology

Supportive, patient tutor helping students build confidence academically.

I create supportive, engaging lessons tailored to each student's (all ages) needs—using clear explanations, active discussion, and practica...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPsychology

Supportive, patient tutor helping students build confidence academically.

I create supportive, engaging lessons tailored to each student's (all ages) needs—using clear explanations, active discussion, and practica...
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Supportive, patient tutor helping students build confidence academically.
£15/hr
First class free
Mia
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CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

Supportive, patient tutor helping students build confidence academically.

I create supportive, engaging lessons tailored to each student's (all ages) needs—using clear explanations, active discussion, and practica...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

Supportive, patient tutor helping students build confidence academically.

I create supportive, engaging lessons tailored to each student's (all ages) needs—using clear explanations, active discussion, and practica...
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Determined, flexible, dynamic. 
My lessons are for high school learners
£15/hr
Anthony
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

Determined, flexible, dynamic. My lessons are for high school learners

I have just completed a PGDE (Secondary) English and believe that I have the skill-set, and the drive to deliver exceptional one-to-one sup...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

Determined, flexible, dynamic. My lessons are for high school learners

I have just completed a PGDE (Secondary) English and believe that I have the skill-set, and the drive to deliver exceptional one-to-one sup...
£9/hr
First class free
Sayli
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Mathematics Tutor (Grade 5 to Undergraduate) - Expert Guidance & Results

I am a Mathematics Tutor with a Master’s in Statistics from the University of Edinburgh, a Master’s in Industrial Mathematics, and a Bachel...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Mathematics Tutor (Grade 5 to Undergraduate) - Expert Guidance & Results

I am a Mathematics Tutor with a Master’s in Statistics from the University of Edinburgh, a Master’s in Industrial Mathematics, and a Bachel...
Chinese native tutor helping kids learn with fun
£10/hr
Janice
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectChinese

Chinese native tutor helping kids learn with fun

I am a private tutor who helps students eager to learn more about the world by guiding them through personalised lessons, critical thinkin...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectChinese

Chinese native tutor helping kids learn with fun

I am a private tutor who helps students eager to learn more about the world by guiding them through personalised lessons, critical thinkin...

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.