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Psychology & Mandarin Tutor for Adult Learners
£25/hr
First class free
5.0(1 Reviews)
Shiyu Chen
Verified TutorVerified Tutor
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPsychology

Psychology & Mandarin Tutor for Adult Learners

As a behavioural-science graduate and native Chinese speaker, I offer online psychology and language lessons designed specifically for adul...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPsychology

Psychology & Mandarin Tutor for Adult Learners

As a behavioural-science graduate and native Chinese speaker, I offer online psychology and language lessons designed specifically for adul...
Flute, Piano and Singing lessons
£25/hr
First class free
Alexandra
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Newington (...
SubjectMusic

Flute, Piano and Singing lessons

My name is Alex. Music has always been a central part of my life. From an early age I developed a deep passion for music, which led me to p...
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Newington (...
SubjectMusic

Flute, Piano and Singing lessons

My name is Alex. Music has always been a central part of my life. From an early age I developed a deep passion for music, which led me to p...
Freelance journalist with over decade of experience. Keen to help with English language students.
£20/hr
Callum Carson
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish Language

Freelance journalist with over decade of experience. Keen to help with English language students.

I love to teach and work with students on how best to get them interested and engaged with the topics at hand. Let me know what works for y...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish Language

Freelance journalist with over decade of experience. Keen to help with English language students.

I love to teach and work with students on how best to get them interested and engaged with the topics at hand. Let me know what works for y...
Bachelor and masters degree in mathematics, economics and statistics from LSE, with 3 years tutoring experience.
£25/hr
Callum
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Bachelor and masters degree in mathematics, economics and statistics from LSE, with 3 years tutoring experience.

I take a methodical approach, making sure that children don’t just know how to get the marks but actually understand the content in it’s en...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Bachelor and masters degree in mathematics, economics and statistics from LSE, with 3 years tutoring experience.

I take a methodical approach, making sure that children don’t just know how to get the marks but actually understand the content in it’s en...
Speak Spanish Naturally and Confidently | Native Tutor from Spain, Published Author & Personalised Lessons
£15/hr
First class free
Nazaret
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectSpanish

Speak Spanish Naturally and Confidently | Native Tutor from Spain, Published Author & Personalised Lessons

¡Hola! I’m Nazaret, a native Spanish tutor from Spain, certified in teaching Spanish as a foreign language through ELEInternacional, with a...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectSpanish

Speak Spanish Naturally and Confidently | Native Tutor from Spain, Published Author & Personalised Lessons

¡Hola! I’m Nazaret, a native Spanish tutor from Spain, certified in teaching Spanish as a foreign language through ELEInternacional, with a...
Executive Functions Skills Coach Helping People Of All Ages Develop Key Skills
£45/hr
5.0(20 Reviews)
Naomi
Verified TutorVerified Tutor
CountyEdinburgh, Blackford (City Of...
SubjectADHD

Executive Functions Skills Coach Helping People Of All Ages Develop Key Skills

Your coaching sessions in Executive Functions skills will be tailored to you and your own particular neurodivergence. We will identify your...
CountyEdinburgh, Blackford (City Of...
SubjectADHD

Executive Functions Skills Coach Helping People Of All Ages Develop Key Skills

Your coaching sessions in Executive Functions skills will be tailored to you and your own particular neurodivergence. We will identify your...
I'm a Mechanical Engineering student from England,  looking to Tutor Chemistry Physics and Maths A-Level and GCSE.
£15/hr
Tobias
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

I'm a Mechanical Engineering student from England, looking to Tutor Chemistry Physics and Maths A-Level and GCSE.

Private Lessons, and gaining experience, as later in life I would like to be a teacher. I can help with initially teaching content, but ide...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

I'm a Mechanical Engineering student from England, looking to Tutor Chemistry Physics and Maths A-Level and GCSE.

Private Lessons, and gaining experience, as later in life I would like to be a teacher. I can help with initially teaching content, but ide...
£20/hr
Yiyang Wang
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectInterior design

I am an interior and spatial designer. My lessons are aimed at beginners

I mainly focus on helping students quickly turn design ideas into clear visual outputs. My teaching focuses on practical workflow and simpl...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectInterior design

I am an interior and spatial designer. My lessons are aimed at beginners

I mainly focus on helping students quickly turn design ideas into clear visual outputs. My teaching focuses on practical workflow and simpl...
I am a 2nd Year Mechanical Engineering Student at Heriot-Watt University. My lessons are aimed at pupils from KS2 to GCSEs/Nat 5s.
£16/hr
Marc Tiberghien
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

I am a 2nd Year Mechanical Engineering Student at Heriot-Watt University. My lessons are aimed at pupils from KS2 to GCSEs/Nat 5s.

I have experience as a classroom assistant and as an outreach ambassador with a PVG. I am calm and didactic, building confidence in the pup...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

I am a 2nd Year Mechanical Engineering Student at Heriot-Watt University. My lessons are aimed at pupils from KS2 to GCSEs/Nat 5s.

I have experience as a classroom assistant and as an outreach ambassador with a PVG. I am calm and didactic, building confidence in the pup...
£35/hr
Miss Ho
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPsychology

Undergraduate Psychology tutor in Edinburgh (online & in-person) covering all core BSc topics—First Class Honours, MSc Distinction

I’m a psychology graduate (First Class Honours) with an MSc by Research (Distinction), and I teach in a calm, structured and supportive way...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPsychology

Undergraduate Psychology tutor in Edinburgh (online & in-person) covering all core BSc topics—First Class Honours, MSc Distinction

I’m a psychology graduate (First Class Honours) with an MSc by Research (Distinction), and I teach in a calm, structured and supportive way...
Qualified Teacher and Entrance Exam Tutor offering Tuition for 7+ and 11+ Exams
£25/hr
First class free
5.0(1 Reviews)
Kristina
Verified TutorVerified Tutor
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Newington (...
SubjectEntrance exams: Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2, Dyslexia, Autism, Dyscalculia

Qualified Teacher and Entrance Exam Tutor offering Tuition for 7+ and 11+ Exams

🎓 Entrance Exam & Independent School Preparation 🎓I offer tailored tutoring for children preparing for independent school entrance exams...
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Newington (...
SubjectEntrance exams: Key Stage 1, Key Stage 2, Dyslexia, Autism, Dyscalculia

Qualified Teacher and Entrance Exam Tutor offering Tuition for 7+ and 11+ Exams

🎓 Entrance Exam & Independent School Preparation 🎓I offer tailored tutoring for children preparing for independent school entrance exams...
£15/hr
Kana Matabbor
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

"I bring numbers to life, turning complex math problems into clear, easy solution.

I teach by breaking down complex concepts into simple, visual steps, using real-life examples to make math relatable. I focus on understand...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

"I bring numbers to life, turning complex math problems into clear, easy solution.

I teach by breaking down complex concepts into simple, visual steps, using real-life examples to make math relatable. I focus on understand...
£17/hr
Funmi Oluduro
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

I help students find more accessible ways to explore learning.

Learning and imparting knowledge is a life long passion. I enjoy breaking down concepts and simplifying learning for my students. I believe...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

I help students find more accessible ways to explore learning.

Learning and imparting knowledge is a life long passion. I enjoy breaking down concepts and simplifying learning for my students. I believe...
I give private lessons tailored to your needs.
£50/hr
Kimaya
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

I give private lessons tailored to your needs.

I hold a BA in English Language and Literature along with an MA in Creative Writing. I am passionate about teaching the nuances of the Engl...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

I give private lessons tailored to your needs.

I hold a BA in English Language and Literature along with an MA in Creative Writing. I am passionate about teaching the nuances of the Engl...
Creative, structured tutor for aspiring designers and art-lovers
£20/hr
Zuleykha Valiyeva
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectDrawing

Creative, structured tutor for aspiring designers and art-lovers

I’m a passionate and detail-oriented designer who loves turning complex ideas into clean, meaningful visuals. I combine creativity with str...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectDrawing

Creative, structured tutor for aspiring designers and art-lovers

I’m a passionate and detail-oriented designer who loves turning complex ideas into clean, meaningful visuals. I combine creativity with str...
£20/hr
First class free
Rebecca
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths: Higher Maths

Maths Tutor (Primary, National 5, Higher Maths)

Each lesson, I aim to work on whatever the student feels they need help with, whether it be something from class that week that they haven'...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths: Higher Maths

Maths Tutor (Primary, National 5, Higher Maths)

Each lesson, I aim to work on whatever the student feels they need help with, whether it be something from class that week that they haven'...
Conversational Spanish with a Culturally-Informed Tutor | Interdisciplinary Background in Sociology, Philosophy & Media
£40/hr
First class free
Luis
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectSpanish

Conversational Spanish with a Culturally-Informed Tutor | Interdisciplinary Background in Sociology, Philosophy & Media

Each session lasts 45 minutes and is designed to strike a balance between fluency-building and focused support. I always keep the learner’s...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectSpanish

Conversational Spanish with a Culturally-Informed Tutor | Interdisciplinary Background in Sociology, Philosophy & Media

Each session lasts 45 minutes and is designed to strike a balance between fluency-building and focused support. I always keep the learner’s...
I give affordable Spanish online classes for beginners and intermediate levels!
£17/hr
First class free
Natasha
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectSpanish

I give affordable Spanish online classes for beginners and intermediate levels!

Learning a language might seem like a daunting challenge, but it can also be a lot of fun! With my classes, you'll not only learn the usua...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectSpanish

I give affordable Spanish online classes for beginners and intermediate levels!

Learning a language might seem like a daunting challenge, but it can also be a lot of fun! With my classes, you'll not only learn the usua...
I am engaging, personable and fun. My lessons are aimed at beginners adults and children.
£20/hr
Karen
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectSpanish

I am engaging, personable and fun. My lessons are aimed at beginners adults and children.

I am Celta trained so I have good knowledge of how to prepare structured lessons but with the learner at the centre. Make the lessons indiv...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectSpanish

I am engaging, personable and fun. My lessons are aimed at beginners adults and children.

I am Celta trained so I have good knowledge of how to prepare structured lessons but with the learner at the centre. Make the lessons indiv...
Guitar/bass and piano teacher for all ages (experienced in teaching children, can do online or in-person at Edinburgh)
£24/hr
First class free
5.0(1 Reviews)
Matthew
DBS checkDBS check
CountyEdinburgh, Newington (City Of...
SubjectGuitar

Guitar/bass and piano teacher for all ages (experienced in teaching children, can do online or in-person at Edinburgh)

I'm an experienced music teacher with other 12 years' experience playing in bands. I have lots of experience teaching piano to children (in...
CountyEdinburgh, Newington (City Of...
SubjectGuitar

Guitar/bass and piano teacher for all ages (experienced in teaching children, can do online or in-person at Edinburgh)

I'm an experienced music teacher with other 12 years' experience playing in bands. I have lots of experience teaching piano to children (in...
DBS checkDBS check

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.