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With a background in social science, I endeavor to pass on the passion I have for the subject to my students.
£15/hr
Teesta krishnan Sinha
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectSocial sciences

With a background in social science, I endeavor to pass on the passion I have for the subject to my students.

My educational background in sociology and development has equipped me with a strong theoretical foundation related to both fields. I am pa...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectSocial sciences

With a background in social science, I endeavor to pass on the passion I have for the subject to my students.

My educational background in sociology and development has equipped me with a strong theoretical foundation related to both fields. I am pa...
Spanish graduate with teaching experience of all ages. I can help improve your speaking, grammar or prepare for exams!
£13/hr
First class free
Ellen
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectSpanish

Spanish graduate with teaching experience of all ages. I can help improve your speaking, grammar or prepare for exams!

I offer the first lesson free :) Don't hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions.I've taught languages to secondary school student...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectSpanish

Spanish graduate with teaching experience of all ages. I can help improve your speaking, grammar or prepare for exams!

I offer the first lesson free :) Don't hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions.I've taught languages to secondary school student...
Master Brazilian Portuguese with Fun, Personalized Lessons – Start Today!
£15/hr
First class free
5(5 Reviews)
Juliana
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPortuguese

Master Brazilian Portuguese with Fun, Personalized Lessons – Start Today!

Welcome! I’m excited to share what my lessons are like and how I can support you in your journey to learn Brazilian Portuguese. I hold a d...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPortuguese

Master Brazilian Portuguese with Fun, Personalized Lessons – Start Today!

Welcome! I’m excited to share what my lessons are like and how I can support you in your journey to learn Brazilian Portuguese. I hold a d...
From grades 1-10. I can teach maths, physics and general sciences
£20/hr
Visha Ghuge
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

From grades 1-10. I can teach maths, physics and general sciences

I understand the impact of a tutor and how it can shape your career trajectory. I will work with the student to understand his best abiliti...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

From grades 1-10. I can teach maths, physics and general sciences

I understand the impact of a tutor and how it can shape your career trajectory. I will work with the student to understand his best abiliti...
A native English speaker excited to help you on your language learning journey!
£25/hr
Gabriella
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

A native English speaker excited to help you on your language learning journey!

Private lessons catered to your needs and goals for your educational future. Working together through personalized activities to ensure you...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

A native English speaker excited to help you on your language learning journey!

Private lessons catered to your needs and goals for your educational future. Working together through personalized activities to ensure you...
Hello! I’m a psychology tutor, willing to teach the subject in detail and help you clear your concepts in a detailed manner
£20/hr
First class free
Anushka
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPsychology

Hello! I’m a psychology tutor, willing to teach the subject in detail and help you clear your concepts in a detailed manner

I offer personalised lessons aimed at clarifying concepts in detail, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the subject. Whether you're...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPsychology

Hello! I’m a psychology tutor, willing to teach the subject in detail and help you clear your concepts in a detailed manner

I offer personalised lessons aimed at clarifying concepts in detail, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the subject. Whether you're...
£15/hr
First class free
Remi
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectAccounting

Accountancy and business subjects tutoring for all ages

Unlock your potential with private lessons from Remi, an experienced tutor specialising in accounting and business subjects. Tailored to su...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectAccounting

Accountancy and business subjects tutoring for all ages

Unlock your potential with private lessons from Remi, an experienced tutor specialising in accounting and business subjects. Tailored to su...
£22/hr
First class free
Edward
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Newington (...
SubjectPhilosophy

Online/ in person Philosophy tutor

I have a first class degree from the University of St Andrews in Philosophy and Management, and have two years worth of tutoring experience...
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Newington (...
SubjectPhilosophy

Online/ in person Philosophy tutor

I have a first class degree from the University of St Andrews in Philosophy and Management, and have two years worth of tutoring experience...
Psychology postgrad student available to tutor in Edinburgh
£27/hr
Juliet
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPsychology

Psychology postgrad student available to tutor in Edinburgh

I am a current Master's student at the University of Edinburgh studying developmental psychology. I have experience working at one of the t...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPsychology

Psychology postgrad student available to tutor in Edinburgh

I am a current Master's student at the University of Edinburgh studying developmental psychology. I have experience working at one of the t...
Master Physics with personalized online lessons tailored to help you succeed—learn at your own pace, anytime, anywhere!
£20/hr
First class free
Ehsan
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPhysics

Master Physics with personalized online lessons tailored to help you succeed—learn at your own pace, anytime, anywhere!

In my online physics lessons, I focus on interactive, student-centered learning. Each session is customized to fit your unique needs, wheth...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPhysics

Master Physics with personalized online lessons tailored to help you succeed—learn at your own pace, anytime, anywhere!

In my online physics lessons, I focus on interactive, student-centered learning. Each session is customized to fit your unique needs, wheth...
Would you like to learn English language? I am happy to help!
£20/hr
Gergana Krasteva
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

Would you like to learn English language? I am happy to help!

I love teaching English and that's why I offer private lessons! In my English classes, I focus on creating an interactive and supportive en...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

Would you like to learn English language? I am happy to help!

I love teaching English and that's why I offer private lessons! In my English classes, I focus on creating an interactive and supportive en...
Friendly Chinese Tutor Offering Conversational and Cultural Lessons for All Levels
£20/hr
First class free
Hongyu Yuan
CountyEdinburgh, Blackford (City Of...
SubjectChinese

Friendly Chinese Tutor Offering Conversational and Cultural Lessons for All Levels

Hi! I’m a Chinese tutor with a passion for helping learners of all levels enjoy and succeed in their language journey. I completed a semest...
CountyEdinburgh, Blackford (City Of...
SubjectChinese

Friendly Chinese Tutor Offering Conversational and Cultural Lessons for All Levels

Hi! I’m a Chinese tutor with a passion for helping learners of all levels enjoy and succeed in their language journey. I completed a semest...
Native English Speaker, proficient in French and Spanish offering lessons to GCSE level students in French and Spanish
£20/hr
5(1 Reviews)
Caitlin
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectFrench

Native English Speaker, proficient in French and Spanish offering lessons to GCSE level students in French and Spanish

I have been a language tutor for the last year, I start my time with a client finding their strengths and weaknesses so I can make some sol...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectFrench

Native English Speaker, proficient in French and Spanish offering lessons to GCSE level students in French and Spanish

I have been a language tutor for the last year, I start my time with a client finding their strengths and weaknesses so I can make some sol...
£20/hr
Imaduddin Mohd Salleh
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

My lessons are aimed at students who are struggling to understand the materials that they are learning and seek to change this.

I am a tutor that has experience tutoring my colleagues on materials and subjects that they find difficult. I prefer to ease my tutees by g...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

My lessons are aimed at students who are struggling to understand the materials that they are learning and seek to change this.

I am a tutor that has experience tutoring my colleagues on materials and subjects that they find difficult. I prefer to ease my tutees by g...
English literature tutor, open to teaching students of all ages. Passion for educating youth and encouraging analytic thinking
£18/hr
First class free
Aaron
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish: GCSE English

English literature tutor, open to teaching students of all ages. Passion for educating youth and encouraging analytic thinking

I have qualifications in English literature at GCSE, A level and Undergraduate university level. I believe in an understanding and encourag...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish: GCSE English

English literature tutor, open to teaching students of all ages. Passion for educating youth and encouraging analytic thinking

I have qualifications in English literature at GCSE, A level and Undergraduate university level. I believe in an understanding and encourag...
French tutor to all ages
£20/hr
First class free
Carla
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Newington (...
SubjectFrench

French tutor to all ages

I like to adapt my lessons to your request and level, I always start by evaluating your level with simple questions and translation games,...
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Newington (...
SubjectFrench

French tutor to all ages

I like to adapt my lessons to your request and level, I always start by evaluating your level with simple questions and translation games,...
£12/hr
Calum
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectBiology

I can give private tutoring lessons online, suited to the individual student - specialising in National 5 and GCSE Biology.

I can provide one-one online Biology tutoring, at the National 5 and GCSE level or international equivalent. Each lesson will be personalis...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectBiology

I can give private tutoring lessons online, suited to the individual student - specialising in National 5 and GCSE Biology.

I can provide one-one online Biology tutoring, at the National 5 and GCSE level or international equivalent. Each lesson will be personalis...
Experienced maths tutor providing lessons for National 5 / Higher and Advanced Higher / GCSE / A level and A level Further Maths
£25/hr
First class free
Nathanael
CountyNewington City Of Edinburgh
SubjectMaths

Experienced maths tutor providing lessons for National 5 / Higher and Advanced Higher / GCSE / A level and A level Further Maths

With two years of experience, I offer personalised lessons for all levels, from basic maths to Advanced Higher and A Level Further Mathemat...
CountyNewington City Of Edinburgh
SubjectMaths

Experienced maths tutor providing lessons for National 5 / Higher and Advanced Higher / GCSE / A level and A level Further Maths

With two years of experience, I offer personalised lessons for all levels, from basic maths to Advanced Higher and A Level Further Mathemat...
I would describe myself as a patient and supportive tutor with a genuine passion for helping students reach their potential.
£15/hr
Fadia
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectArabic

I would describe myself as a patient and supportive tutor with a genuine passion for helping students reach their potential.

I am a private tutor who work well with students across different levels, from beginners who need a gentle introduction to the material to...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectArabic

I would describe myself as a patient and supportive tutor with a genuine passion for helping students reach their potential.

I am a private tutor who work well with students across different levels, from beginners who need a gentle introduction to the material to...
I would describe myself as an intelligent, bubbly young woman who is happy to assist anyone with any skill level of English
£15/hr
Ashley
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

I would describe myself as an intelligent, bubbly young woman who is happy to assist anyone with any skill level of English

I will teach in the most personable way possible. I believe it’s important to get to know my clients, forming a connection with them and th...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

I would describe myself as an intelligent, bubbly young woman who is happy to assist anyone with any skill level of English

I will teach in the most personable way possible. I believe it’s important to get to know my clients, forming a connection with them and th...

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.