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Chemistry tutor for all ages. With excellent track record
£12/hr
First class free
5(13 Reviews)
James
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPhysics

Chemistry tutor for all ages. With excellent track record

I have been preparing students for external examinations in chemistry for the past six years and the success rate has been tremendous your...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPhysics

Chemistry tutor for all ages. With excellent track record

I have been preparing students for external examinations in chemistry for the past six years and the success rate has been tremendous your...
Are you looking for a qualified and experienced English or Spanish teacher? Look no further than our Argentinian language instructor! Our teacher has years of experience teaching both English and Spanish to students of all levels, from beginners to advanc
£17/hr
First class free
Dominique
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectSpanish

Are you looking for a qualified and experienced English or Spanish teacher? Look no further than our Argentinian language instructor! Our teacher has years of experience teaching both English and Spanish to students of all levels, from beginners to advanc

As an English/Spanish teacher, I believe that language learning should be both enjoyable and effective. That's why I offer personalized les...
English tutor providing lessons to people of all ages
£6/hr
First class free
Saumya
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

English tutor providing lessons to people of all ages

Teaching English as a foreign language to people who have difficulties to converse and write fluently in this language. Message me for more...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

English tutor providing lessons to people of all ages

Teaching English as a foreign language to people who have difficulties to converse and write fluently in this language. Message me for more...
I give private and virtual lessons to pupils and learners from year 7 11 and Sixth Form
£7/hr
First class free
Francis
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPhysics

I give private and virtual lessons to pupils and learners from year 7 11 and Sixth Form

Looking for a vibrant and goal oriented chemistry teacher?. Go no further because your prayers are answered. I teach and tutor pupils fro...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPhysics

I give private and virtual lessons to pupils and learners from year 7 11 and Sixth Form

Looking for a vibrant and goal oriented chemistry teacher?. Go no further because your prayers are answered. I teach and tutor pupils fro...
£35/hr
First class free
Ioana
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectGuitar

Fun, personally-tailored guitar lessons for beginners to intermediate players (online or in-person)

My teaching approach is often conversational, in order to help my students really engage in the lessons and to help ensure that they leave...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectGuitar

Fun, personally-tailored guitar lessons for beginners to intermediate players (online or in-person)

My teaching approach is often conversational, in order to help my students really engage in the lessons and to help ensure that they leave...
Biology teacher for all ages
£20/hr
First class free
Saurabh
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectBiology

Biology teacher for all ages

Hello, School life a bit tough but with the help of a friend who can help you out in understanding your homework or the chapters you probab...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectBiology

Biology teacher for all ages

Hello, School life a bit tough but with the help of a friend who can help you out in understanding your homework or the chapters you probab...
Qualified native Spanish teacher offers flexible Spanish lessons to all levels in Edinburgh
£20/hr
First class free
Alejandra
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectSpanish

Qualified native Spanish teacher offers flexible Spanish lessons to all levels in Edinburgh

Hi, I'm Alejandra. I'm from Spain but I have been living in Edinburgh for two years. Currently I'm working as a Primary School Teacher and...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectSpanish

Qualified native Spanish teacher offers flexible Spanish lessons to all levels in Edinburgh

Hi, I'm Alejandra. I'm from Spain but I have been living in Edinburgh for two years. Currently I'm working as a Primary School Teacher and...
Hope you’ll get to know wonderful Chinese culture through my teaching!
£10/hr
First class free
Xinyue
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectChinese

Hope you’ll get to know wonderful Chinese culture through my teaching!

Chinese is my first language and I love my culture wholeheartedly, I believe interest is the best way to learn things, especially when it c...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectChinese

Hope you’ll get to know wonderful Chinese culture through my teaching!

Chinese is my first language and I love my culture wholeheartedly, I believe interest is the best way to learn things, especially when it c...
Mathematics tutor for age between 4 to 22
£15/hr
First class free
Emerald
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Mathematics tutor for age between 4 to 22

I have a master in Actuarial Science. Also have four years mathematic private tutor experience.
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Mathematics tutor for age between 4 to 22

I have a master in Actuarial Science. Also have four years mathematic private tutor experience.
Maths, Physics, Chemistry and Electronics tutor for children and teen
£15/hr
First class free
Mohith Sai Subhash
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Maths, Physics, Chemistry and Electronics tutor for children and teen

I have a Masters in MSc Sensor and Imaging Systems. I have an experience of teaching to any pre college students. For college students, I a...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Maths, Physics, Chemistry and Electronics tutor for children and teen

I have a Masters in MSc Sensor and Imaging Systems. I have an experience of teaching to any pre college students. For college students, I a...
Qualified and professional native Spanish teacher offers flexible Spanish lessons to all levels in Edinburgh
£20/hr
First class free
Alejandra
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectSpanish

Qualified and professional native Spanish teacher offers flexible Spanish lessons to all levels in Edinburgh

Hi, I'm Alejandra. I'm from Spain but I have been living in Edinburgh for two years. Currently I'm working as a Primary School Teacher and...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectSpanish

Qualified and professional native Spanish teacher offers flexible Spanish lessons to all levels in Edinburgh

Hi, I'm Alejandra. I'm from Spain but I have been living in Edinburgh for two years. Currently I'm working as a Primary School Teacher and...
Italian lessons from the comfort of your home with an experienced and professional native teacher
£25/hr
First class free
Marianna
CountyLeith
SubjectItalian

Italian lessons from the comfort of your home with an experienced and professional native teacher

I will introduce to learning a language through communication combined with grammar.
CountyLeith
SubjectItalian

Italian lessons from the comfort of your home with an experienced and professional native teacher

I will introduce to learning a language through communication combined with grammar.
I am qualified and experienced tutor of physics, with experience of almost 8 years
£13/hr
First class free
Muhammad
CountyEdinburgh, Baberton, Cramond ...
SubjectPhysics

I am qualified and experienced tutor of physics, with experience of almost 8 years

I am qualified and experienced tutor of physics, with experience of almost 8 years.
CountyEdinburgh, Baberton, Cramond ...
SubjectPhysics

I am qualified and experienced tutor of physics, with experience of almost 8 years

I am qualified and experienced tutor of physics, with experience of almost 8 years.
Math lessons - for students, by a student
£15/hr
First class free
Brian
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

Math lessons - for students, by a student

Hi! I'm a student at the university of Edinburgh doing a masters in Informatics (basically just computer science and math). I love teaching...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

Math lessons - for students, by a student

Hi! I'm a student at the university of Edinburgh doing a masters in Informatics (basically just computer science and math). I love teaching...
Affordable tutoring from a mathematics student with plenty of experience
£15/hr
First class free
Jake
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Affordable tutoring from a mathematics student with plenty of experience

I have experience tutoring GCSE, a levels and university mathematics. I prefer to build the subject up rather than learning material of by...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Affordable tutoring from a mathematics student with plenty of experience

I have experience tutoring GCSE, a levels and university mathematics. I prefer to build the subject up rather than learning material of by...
14 years teaching experience
£9/hr
First class free
Zhihua zhang
CountyEdinburgh, Blackford (City Of...
SubjectChinese

14 years teaching experience

Interesting ppt ,games ,and books for teaching,Lots of stories
CountyEdinburgh, Blackford (City Of...
SubjectChinese

14 years teaching experience

Interesting ppt ,games ,and books for teaching,Lots of stories
14 years Chinese teaching experience
£6/hr
First class free
Zhihua zhang
CountyEdinburgh, Blackford (City Of...
SubjectChinese

14 years Chinese teaching experience

I was professional Chinese w in china for 12 years,good at communicating with kids,teenagers,making the studying more interesting.
CountyEdinburgh, Blackford (City Of...
SubjectChinese

14 years Chinese teaching experience

I was professional Chinese w in china for 12 years,good at communicating with kids,teenagers,making the studying more interesting.
Drum teacher providing beginner and intermediate drum tutoring
£25/hr
First class free
5(3 Reviews)
Leon
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMusic

Drum teacher providing beginner and intermediate drum tutoring

I originally learnt to play drums at 13 after having lessons in trumpet and piano. I felt that drums really spoke to the angst I had as a t...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMusic

Drum teacher providing beginner and intermediate drum tutoring

I originally learnt to play drums at 13 after having lessons in trumpet and piano. I felt that drums really spoke to the angst I had as a t...
Designer providing lessons to children above the age of 13
£6/hr
First class free
Shruti
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectWeb Design

Designer providing lessons to children above the age of 13

Currently, a master's student studying Design and Digital media worked as a UI/UX designer previously with a foundation in architecture. E...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectWeb Design

Designer providing lessons to children above the age of 13

Currently, a master's student studying Design and Digital media worked as a UI/UX designer previously with a foundation in architecture. E...
Business Administration tutor providing coaching to management students
£25/hr
First class free
Shivani
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectBusiness administration

Business Administration tutor providing coaching to management students

I can describe myself as friendly, enthusiastic and respectful. As a teacher, we can easily get respect from the students if they would fee...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectBusiness administration

Business Administration tutor providing coaching to management students

I can describe myself as friendly, enthusiastic and respectful. As a teacher, we can easily get respect from the students if they would fee...

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.