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I give affordable private English lessons
£6/hr
First class free
Suliyah Ajoke
CountyEdinburgh, Baberton, Cramond ...
SubjectEnglish Language

I give affordable private English lessons

I have been a classroom teacher and a private tutor for over a decade, I use approach that will help each children regardless of their situ...
CountyEdinburgh, Baberton, Cramond ...
SubjectEnglish Language

I give affordable private English lessons

I have been a classroom teacher and a private tutor for over a decade, I use approach that will help each children regardless of their situ...
£18/hr
First class free
Rima
CountyEdinburgh, York Place
SubjectSpanish

Spanish and English tutor (ESOL) - bespoke classes all levels

Hi!! My name is Rima. I´m a UK national but I was brought up in Spain, so my native language is Spanish! I have been a language tutor in di...
CountyEdinburgh, York Place
SubjectSpanish

Spanish and English tutor (ESOL) - bespoke classes all levels

Hi!! My name is Rima. I´m a UK national but I was brought up in Spain, so my native language is Spanish! I have been a language tutor in di...
£12/hr
First class free
Kieran Connor
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPhysics: Higher Physics, A Level Physics

Learn physics at GSCE - A level/national 5 - advanced higher(Scottish equivalent)

I graduated from high school with an A in advanced higher physics(an A level in England) and am currently studying mechanical engineering a...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPhysics: Higher Physics, A Level Physics

Learn physics at GSCE - A level/national 5 - advanced higher(Scottish equivalent)

I graduated from high school with an A in advanced higher physics(an A level in England) and am currently studying mechanical engineering a...
PhD professional teaches students of all ages
£15/hr
First class free
Valeria
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectBiology

PhD professional teaches students of all ages

I have been assisting and teaching students of undergraduate and postgraduate level from 2019 to 2022 at Heriot-Watt university. The subjec...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectBiology

PhD professional teaches students of all ages

I have been assisting and teaching students of undergraduate and postgraduate level from 2019 to 2022 at Heriot-Watt university. The subjec...
£15/hr
First class free
Simon Timmins
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectBiology: GCSE Biology, Higher Biology

Cambridge Biochemistry Graduate Biology tutoring

I’m Simon, a friendly and approachable A-Level and Highers Biology tutor and recent graduate, with Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Bioch...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectBiology: GCSE Biology, Higher Biology

Cambridge Biochemistry Graduate Biology tutoring

I’m Simon, a friendly and approachable A-Level and Highers Biology tutor and recent graduate, with Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Bioch...
Affordable Lessons (Online)
£15/hr
First class free
Jasmine Rathee
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish Language

Affordable Lessons (Online)

CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish Language

Affordable Lessons (Online)

£6/hr
First class free
Paschaline Eberechukwu Nnadi
CountyEdinburgh, Baberton, Blinkbon...
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

I am an English Tutor for all lish as a foreign language

I am an English Tutor for all ages.English as a foreign language
CountyEdinburgh, Baberton, Blinkbon...
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

I am an English Tutor for all lish as a foreign language

I am an English Tutor for all ages.English as a foreign language
Affordable private tutoring in the subject of Mathematics
£15/hr
First class free
Divyashree
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Affordable private tutoring in the subject of Mathematics

My format is based more on a blend of experiential and student-centred learning. My content would be derived more from real-life examples a...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Affordable private tutoring in the subject of Mathematics

My format is based more on a blend of experiential and student-centred learning. My content would be derived more from real-life examples a...
I give affordable chemistry lessons to Students in secondary schools and university levels
£6/hr
First class free
Verity
CountyDrylaw
SubjectChemistry

I give affordable chemistry lessons to Students in secondary schools and university levels

I give affordable chemistry lessons to Students in secondary schools and university levels.
CountyDrylaw
SubjectChemistry

I give affordable chemistry lessons to Students in secondary schools and university levels

I give affordable chemistry lessons to Students in secondary schools and university levels.
English tutor providing effective and fun learning lessons
£18/hr
First class free
Ibadat Kaur
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish

English tutor providing effective and fun learning lessons

I was high scorer of English in grades 10&12 scoring 95/100 in the central board of examinations in india. I also scored 8 bands in the IEL...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish

English tutor providing effective and fun learning lessons

I was high scorer of English in grades 10&12 scoring 95/100 in the central board of examinations in india. I also scored 8 bands in the IEL...
£15/hr
First class free
Ali
CountyStockbridge (City Of Edinburg...
SubjectMaths: Higher Maths

Affordable help for learners! All A’s achieved at Higher

My lessons are engaging, fun, enthusiastic, but most importantly they are beneficial!! Throughout the lesson, I focus on assisting student...
CountyStockbridge (City Of Edinburg...
SubjectMaths: Higher Maths

Affordable help for learners! All A’s achieved at Higher

My lessons are engaging, fun, enthusiastic, but most importantly they are beneficial!! Throughout the lesson, I focus on assisting student...
English Tutor for all ages still at school
£15/hr
First class free
Dylan Wilson
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Literature

English Tutor for all ages still at school

I am going into my 4th year at the University of Edinburgh where I am reading English Literature. Beforehand, I was schooled in South Afric...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Literature

English Tutor for all ages still at school

I am going into my 4th year at the University of Edinburgh where I am reading English Literature. Beforehand, I was schooled in South Afric...
Arabic tutor , English speaker can provide lessons to university students
£20/hr
First class free
Sara
CountyNewington (City Of Edinburgh)
SubjectArabic

Arabic tutor , English speaker can provide lessons to university students

I have a master’s degree in Arabic and Middle East studies
CountyNewington (City Of Edinburgh)
SubjectArabic

Arabic tutor , English speaker can provide lessons to university students

I have a master’s degree in Arabic and Middle East studies
Spalish lessons for beginners
£6/hr
First class free
Horacio Gómez
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectSpanish

Spalish lessons for beginners

I am a teacher in elementary school in México, I have a bachelor´s degree in education. So I would like to teach students from other countr...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectSpanish

Spalish lessons for beginners

I am a teacher in elementary school in México, I have a bachelor´s degree in education. So I would like to teach students from other countr...
I offer an excellent teaching service
£30/hr
First class free
Amoah Koranteng-Addo
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMusic

I offer an excellent teaching service

I offer an excellent teaching service.
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMusic

I offer an excellent teaching service

I offer an excellent teaching service.
Chinese Tutor based on Edinburgh
£10/hr
First class free
Betty
CountyNewington (City Of Edinburgh)
SubjectChinese

Chinese Tutor based on Edinburgh

Hi, my name is Betty, I am from northern China, and I am currently studying at the University of Edinburgh Business School. Regarding the t...
CountyNewington (City Of Edinburgh)
SubjectChinese

Chinese Tutor based on Edinburgh

Hi, my name is Betty, I am from northern China, and I am currently studying at the University of Edinburgh Business School. Regarding the t...
Post graduate student in Actuarial Science
£14/hr
First class free
Mariya Sharon
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

Post graduate student in Actuarial Science

I have completed post graduation in Mathematics with an overall 92% and is now pursuing MSc in Actuarial Science from the Heriot Watt Unive...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

Post graduate student in Actuarial Science

I have completed post graduation in Mathematics with an overall 92% and is now pursuing MSc in Actuarial Science from the Heriot Watt Unive...
Providing support in how to learn: Effectively understanding theory, navigating research, and conveying ideas in psychology
£20/hr
First class free
Tommy Lyons
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPsychology

Providing support in how to learn: Effectively understanding theory, navigating research, and conveying ideas in psychology

My style to tutoring is focused on first helping the student with their approach to a subject before providing more of it. While education...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPsychology

Providing support in how to learn: Effectively understanding theory, navigating research, and conveying ideas in psychology

My style to tutoring is focused on first helping the student with their approach to a subject before providing more of it. While education...
£24/hr
First class free
Giuseppe Cinus
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectItalian

Italian native tongue to help improve or learn a beautiful language

High school diploma, Italian has always been my strongest subject. I have helped in the past many students to improve their writing, readin...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectItalian

Italian native tongue to help improve or learn a beautiful language

High school diploma, Italian has always been my strongest subject. I have helped in the past many students to improve their writing, readin...
Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry tutor providing in-person and online classes to Secondary school students
£19/hr
First class free
Precious Ogbeiwi
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry tutor providing in-person and online classes to Secondary school students

I have a PhD in Petroleum Engineering and over 9 years experience teaching Mathematics and Physics to secondary school students. My lessons...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry tutor providing in-person and online classes to Secondary school students

I have a PhD in Petroleum Engineering and over 9 years experience teaching Mathematics and Physics to secondary school students. My lessons...

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.