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I am highly experienced University professor and the succeeding percentage after work with me is up to 80%. See my CV
£30/hr
First class free
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Afrodita Katmeridu
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMusical composition

I am highly experienced University professor and the succeeding percentage after work with me is up to 80%. See my CV

I am highly experienced University professor and the succeeding percentage after work with me is up to 80%. See my CV.
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMusical composition

I am highly experienced University professor and the succeeding percentage after work with me is up to 80%. See my CV

I am highly experienced University professor and the succeeding percentage after work with me is up to 80%. See my CV.
I give affordable English lessons for beginners
£16/hr
First class free
Shanet Ann
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish Literature

I give affordable English lessons for beginners

I'm Shanet, a graduate in English Literature. I will be helping you with your English lessons with advanced teaching methods. Our classes i...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish Literature

I give affordable English lessons for beginners

I'm Shanet, a graduate in English Literature. I will be helping you with your English lessons with advanced teaching methods. Our classes i...
£25/hr
First class free
Vaishnavi
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPsychology

Psychology teacher - will help with high school and undergraduate level Psychology

I have a BA Psychology and and MSc in Psychology as well. I can help you with any concept or subject in a domain of Psychology.
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPsychology

Psychology teacher - will help with high school and undergraduate level Psychology

I have a BA Psychology and and MSc in Psychology as well. I can help you with any concept or subject in a domain of Psychology.
Painting and illustration lessons @tara_art for styles I can teach
£30/hr
First class free
Tara
CountyEdinburgh, Queen Street, York...
SubjectContemporary Art

Painting and illustration lessons @tara_art for styles I can teach

Lessons will be specifically tailored to the students vision. Most important it’s to build confidence, give a step by step process to consi...
CountyEdinburgh, Queen Street, York...
SubjectContemporary Art

Painting and illustration lessons @tara_art for styles I can teach

Lessons will be specifically tailored to the students vision. Most important it’s to build confidence, give a step by step process to consi...
English tutor providing lessons for all ages
£18/hr
First class free
Nia Babar
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish Language: A Level English

English tutor providing lessons for all ages

Each one of my lessons will be tailored to suit my students' individual needs in order to help them grow in their chosen language and expre...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish Language: A Level English

English tutor providing lessons for all ages

Each one of my lessons will be tailored to suit my students' individual needs in order to help them grow in their chosen language and expre...
Tutor in World History for you to learn the magnificent civilization of mankind
£7/hr
First class free
Cesar
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectHistory

Tutor in World History for you to learn the magnificent civilization of mankind

I will encourage student participation in the subject matter being discussed. The Socratic Method is being enhanced as effective, positive...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectHistory

Tutor in World History for you to learn the magnificent civilization of mankind

I will encourage student participation in the subject matter being discussed. The Socratic Method is being enhanced as effective, positive...
Experienced English Writing and US History tutor
£20/hr
First class free
David Ginsberg
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectHistory

Experienced English Writing and US History tutor

I am an experienced English Writing and US History tutor with 5+ years experience. I specialize with learners ages 13 and older. In communi...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectHistory

Experienced English Writing and US History tutor

I am an experienced English Writing and US History tutor with 5+ years experience. I specialize with learners ages 13 and older. In communi...
Dynamic History -English Teacher!
£15/hr
First class free
Antonia
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectHistory

Dynamic History -English Teacher!

I have am a retired Secondary HIstory and English Teacher with about 30 years of experience! I graduated from the University of Toronto and...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectHistory

Dynamic History -English Teacher!

I have am a retired Secondary HIstory and English Teacher with about 30 years of experience! I graduated from the University of Toronto and...
I am a Chemistry graduate offering Maths, Chemistry and Physics at GCSE level
£16/hr
First class free
Geofrey
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths: GCSE Maths

I am a Chemistry graduate offering Maths, Chemistry and Physics at GCSE level

Having graduated with a First Class degree in Chemistry from the University of Edinburgh, I will be starting a PhD in Chemistry at the Uni...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths: GCSE Maths

I am a Chemistry graduate offering Maths, Chemistry and Physics at GCSE level

Having graduated with a First Class degree in Chemistry from the University of Edinburgh, I will be starting a PhD in Chemistry at the Uni...
I teach English with affordable fees for ages between 5 to 14 years old
£10/hr
First class free
Ann
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectHistory

I teach English with affordable fees for ages between 5 to 14 years old

As an English tutor named Ann, I offer affordable English lessons to children between the ages of 5 and 14 years old. I am proud to hold an...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectHistory

I teach English with affordable fees for ages between 5 to 14 years old

As an English tutor named Ann, I offer affordable English lessons to children between the ages of 5 and 14 years old. I am proud to hold an...
English online classes
£16/hr
First class free
Shanet Ann
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish Literature

English online classes

I'm Shanet, a graduate in English Literature. I will be helping you with your English lessons with advanced teaching methods. Our classes i...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish Literature

English online classes

I'm Shanet, a graduate in English Literature. I will be helping you with your English lessons with advanced teaching methods. Our classes i...
Music tutor providing lessons for all ages
£35/hr
First class free
Amoah Koranteng-Addo
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMusical composition

Music tutor providing lessons for all ages

I have Bachelor's degree in music and currently doing my master's degree also in music. I have been teaching music for the past 12 years. T...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMusical composition

Music tutor providing lessons for all ages

I have Bachelor's degree in music and currently doing my master's degree also in music. I have been teaching music for the past 12 years. T...
£16/hr
First class free
Aswathy
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

I give affordable private tution for math

I have master's degree in mathematics and had more than 4 years of experience. I will help you to improve your potential and improve your c...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

I give affordable private tution for math

I have master's degree in mathematics and had more than 4 years of experience. I will help you to improve your potential and improve your c...
£18/hr
Komal zaid
CountyNewington (City Of Edinburgh)
SubjectEnglish Language

I give affordable online tution for primary classes

I have a bachelor degree in economics and accounting and 10 experience of giving tutions in. A friendly environment
CountyNewington (City Of Edinburgh)
SubjectEnglish Language

I give affordable online tution for primary classes

I have a bachelor degree in economics and accounting and 10 experience of giving tutions in. A friendly environment
Psychology tutor to help with all of your psychology-learning needs
£25/hr
First class free
Christine Schulze
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPsychology

Psychology tutor to help with all of your psychology-learning needs

I have a BA Psychology and an MSc Counselling Studies, and I’m here to help when thinking about the process of thinking gets a little bit t...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPsychology

Psychology tutor to help with all of your psychology-learning needs

I have a BA Psychology and an MSc Counselling Studies, and I’m here to help when thinking about the process of thinking gets a little bit t...
£20/hr
First class free
Muhamad Ali Akhdier
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

Private English/Arabic classes for Adults looking to learn Arabic /English as a second language

Private English/Arabic classes for Adults looking to learn Arabic /English as a second language .
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

Private English/Arabic classes for Adults looking to learn Arabic /English as a second language

Private English/Arabic classes for Adults looking to learn Arabic /English as a second language .
English tutor providing lessons to people of all ages
£12/hr
First class free
Salome
CountyNewington City Of Edinburgh, ...
SubjectEnglish

English tutor providing lessons to people of all ages

I will start off the lessons with a test to figure out what your existing knowledge is. Then, I build off my lessons based on that. The bas...
CountyNewington City Of Edinburgh, ...
SubjectEnglish

English tutor providing lessons to people of all ages

I will start off the lessons with a test to figure out what your existing knowledge is. Then, I build off my lessons based on that. The bas...
English tutor for elementary and junior high students
£20/hr
First class free
Eric Dave
CountyStockbridge City Of Edinburgh
SubjectEnglish Language

English tutor for elementary and junior high students

I have been tutoring English for 2 years. I am still a student taking an education program but looking forward to tutor any student
CountyStockbridge City Of Edinburgh
SubjectEnglish Language

English tutor for elementary and junior high students

I have been tutoring English for 2 years. I am still a student taking an education program but looking forward to tutor any student
English Tutor for GCSE, A Level and and IELTS preparation
£25/hr
First class free
Charles
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish Language: GCSE English, A Level English, National 4 and 5 English, Higher English

English Tutor for GCSE, A Level and and IELTS preparation

I am Dr Charles Dusse (PhD in Linguistics and an Honours degree in English) I specialise in preparing students for GCSE (Scottish Nat 5), A...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish Language: GCSE English, A Level English, National 4 and 5 English, Higher English

English Tutor for GCSE, A Level and and IELTS preparation

I am Dr Charles Dusse (PhD in Linguistics and an Honours degree in English) I specialise in preparing students for GCSE (Scottish Nat 5), A...
£20/hr
First class free
Ankita
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectLaw: Commercial law

Law tutor providing tuition in contract law

I am a qualified lawyer in India since 2018 and currently pursuing LLM. Since India and UK both have common law system I can help you with...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectLaw: Commercial law

Law tutor providing tuition in contract law

I am a qualified lawyer in India since 2018 and currently pursuing LLM. Since India and UK both have common law system I can help you with...

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.