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I'm an adept mathematician who can make the subject easy to learn for you regardless of if you're in school or your undergraduate.
£20/hr
Govind
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

I'm an adept mathematician who can make the subject easy to learn for you regardless of if you're in school or your undergraduate.

Are you struggling to understand Math concepts? Worry not as I will be able to adapt to the manner in which you learn best, and help you un...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

I'm an adept mathematician who can make the subject easy to learn for you regardless of if you're in school or your undergraduate.

Are you struggling to understand Math concepts? Worry not as I will be able to adapt to the manner in which you learn best, and help you un...
Experienced teacher with a Master's degree from University of Edinburgh, offering engaging online lessons to students worldwide
£15/hr
Katherine
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

Experienced teacher with a Master's degree from University of Edinburgh, offering engaging online lessons to students worldwide

By prioritizing creating a supportive and engaging learning environment, I will help you with personalized learning, interactive methods, a...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

Experienced teacher with a Master's degree from University of Edinburgh, offering engaging online lessons to students worldwide

By prioritizing creating a supportive and engaging learning environment, I will help you with personalized learning, interactive methods, a...
Would you like to explore in the world of music? I would help you bring out your creative side and a musician in you!
£25/hr
First class free
Veronica Cherla
CountyEdinburgh, Currie, Dalkeith, ...
SubjectMusic for beginners

Would you like to explore in the world of music? I would help you bring out your creative side and a musician in you!

When it comes to describing my music lessons, I pour my heart into crafting an enriching and enjoyable experience for all my students. Eac...
CountyEdinburgh, Currie, Dalkeith, ...
SubjectMusic for beginners

Would you like to explore in the world of music? I would help you bring out your creative side and a musician in you!

When it comes to describing my music lessons, I pour my heart into crafting an enriching and enjoyable experience for all my students. Eac...
English tutor providing English lessons to students of all ages
£16/hr
First class free
Rayan Ali
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

English tutor providing English lessons to students of all ages

Teaching English has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. It has allowed me to connect with individuals from various cult...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

English tutor providing English lessons to students of all ages

Teaching English has been one of the most rewarding experiences of my life. It has allowed me to connect with individuals from various cult...
Online History and Politics Tutor Teaches Students of all Ages
£25/hr
First class free
5(1 Reviews)
Ella
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectHistory

Online History and Politics Tutor Teaches Students of all Ages

In our lessons, I would usually ask the student to bring an essay question or topic they are particularly struggling with for us to work th...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectHistory

Online History and Politics Tutor Teaches Students of all Ages

In our lessons, I would usually ask the student to bring an essay question or topic they are particularly struggling with for us to work th...
Native English speaker with over 7 years of experience offering ESL lessons to children
£20/hr
Saoirse Sihombing
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

Native English speaker with over 7 years of experience offering ESL lessons to children

I have been a dedicated and enthusiastic ESL teacher since 2017. I have taught English to children all over the world from absolute beginne...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

Native English speaker with over 7 years of experience offering ESL lessons to children

I have been a dedicated and enthusiastic ESL teacher since 2017. I have taught English to children all over the world from absolute beginne...
I give private lessons that are designed around your needs and the contexts you will meet in your experience of the language
£25/hr
First class free
5(3 Reviews)
Rossella
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectItalian

I give private lessons that are designed around your needs and the contexts you will meet in your experience of the language

I am fully qualified as a teacher of English and Italian as a Foreign language to adults and children. My lessons always stay close to the...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectItalian

I give private lessons that are designed around your needs and the contexts you will meet in your experience of the language

I am fully qualified as a teacher of English and Italian as a Foreign language to adults and children. My lessons always stay close to the...
Native Spanish Speaker & Flexible Tutor - Personalized Lessons
£23/hr
First class free
Maria
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectSpanish

Native Spanish Speaker & Flexible Tutor - Personalized Lessons

Native Spanish Speaker & Flexible Tutor - Personalized Lessons Welcome to My Lessons! In my classes, you can expect a dynamic and engaging...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectSpanish

Native Spanish Speaker & Flexible Tutor - Personalized Lessons

Native Spanish Speaker & Flexible Tutor - Personalized Lessons Welcome to My Lessons! In my classes, you can expect a dynamic and engaging...
Student Personal Trainer in Edinburgh and Surrounding Areas
£35/hr
First class free
Vakaris
CountyEdinburgh, Blackford (City Of...
SubjectPersonal trainers

Student Personal Trainer in Edinburgh and Surrounding Areas

The teaching formats I do are varied from one to one to group work and classes. This solely depends on the person/ people or company. In my...
CountyEdinburgh, Blackford (City Of...
SubjectPersonal trainers

Student Personal Trainer in Edinburgh and Surrounding Areas

The teaching formats I do are varied from one to one to group work and classes. This solely depends on the person/ people or company. In my...
Im masters of mechanical engineering, with financal expereince.
£20/hr
Ian
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

Im masters of mechanical engineering, with financal expereince.

Hello Parents and Students! Are you looking for engaging, personalized, and fun math lessons for your child? With years of experience teac...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

Im masters of mechanical engineering, with financal expereince.

Hello Parents and Students! Are you looking for engaging, personalized, and fun math lessons for your child? With years of experience teac...
Piano, theory, production, jazz, and more!
£25/hr
First class free
Ben Counsell
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMusic

Piano, theory, production, jazz, and more!

An all rounded musician, I'm capable of bringing you up to speed in a variety of areas within the music industry. primarily a performer, I...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMusic

Piano, theory, production, jazz, and more!

An all rounded musician, I'm capable of bringing you up to speed in a variety of areas within the music industry. primarily a performer, I...
£20/hr
Meabh
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Physics student coming to the end of their degree. Hoping to tutor GCSE to A-level Maths and Physics.

Upon reaching the end of my studies, I am very well aware of different styles of teaching and learning that can help young students become...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Physics student coming to the end of their degree. Hoping to tutor GCSE to A-level Maths and Physics.

Upon reaching the end of my studies, I am very well aware of different styles of teaching and learning that can help young students become...
£29/hr
Zihao
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectBiology

PhD in bioinformatics with strong back ground in STEM subjects. I work successfully with secondary school students and adults.

First, I will communicate with the students and the parents to agree on the goal of the study, the timeline to meet, the topics to cover, a...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectBiology

PhD in bioinformatics with strong back ground in STEM subjects. I work successfully with secondary school students and adults.

First, I will communicate with the students and the parents to agree on the goal of the study, the timeline to meet, the topics to cover, a...
Italian tutor holding a PVG certificate teaches all levels and all ages
£25/hr
First class free
Cipollone-Frost
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectItalian

Italian tutor holding a PVG certificate teaches all levels and all ages

I have a First Class Honours Degree (4 years) in Foreign Languages and Applied Linguistics. I speak English, Spanish, French and Italian. I...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectItalian

Italian tutor holding a PVG certificate teaches all levels and all ages

I have a First Class Honours Degree (4 years) in Foreign Languages and Applied Linguistics. I speak English, Spanish, French and Italian. I...
Ex-lawyer/civil servant, native English-speaking tutor with 4 years' experience offering private lessons for adults.
£25/hr
Barry Robert Greig
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish

Ex-lawyer/civil servant, native English-speaking tutor with 4 years' experience offering private lessons for adults.

I offer private English language lessons fully tailored for your needs delivered with enthusiasm and a passion for language and effective c...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish

Ex-lawyer/civil servant, native English-speaking tutor with 4 years' experience offering private lessons for adults.

I offer private English language lessons fully tailored for your needs delivered with enthusiasm and a passion for language and effective c...
£30/hr
Mr K Brown
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

I give English spanking lessons from beginner to intermediate. 3 years experience and personalised lesson plans.

I have previously taught online English to foreign students as a free lance for 3 years. Well experienced and can produce my own lesson pla...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

I give English spanking lessons from beginner to intermediate. 3 years experience and personalised lesson plans.

I have previously taught online English to foreign students as a free lance for 3 years. Well experienced and can produce my own lesson pla...
Eu sou alguém querendo ensinar todos aqueles que querem aprender. De crianças a adolescentes, de adulos a idosos. 
I am someone willing to teach all those who want to learn. From kids to teenagers, adults to elders
£20/hr
Diego
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPortuguese

Eu sou alguém querendo ensinar todos aqueles que querem aprender. De crianças a adolescentes, de adulos a idosos. I am someone willing to teach all those who want to learn. From kids to teenagers, adults to elders

Eu geralmente ensino levando a matéria até o aluno, para o que ele precisa e o que ele gosta, fazendo os estudos algo importante mas também...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPortuguese

Eu sou alguém querendo ensinar todos aqueles que querem aprender. De crianças a adolescentes, de adulos a idosos. I am someone willing to teach all those who want to learn. From kids to teenagers, adults to elders

Eu geralmente ensino levando a matéria até o aluno, para o que ele precisa e o que ele gosta, fazendo os estudos algo importante mas também...
I am someone willing to teach all those who want to learn. From kids to teenagers, adults to elders.
£20/hr
Diego
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

I am someone willing to teach all those who want to learn. From kids to teenagers, adults to elders.

I usually teach bringing the subject to the students, to what they need and what they like, making the studies something important but also...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

I am someone willing to teach all those who want to learn. From kids to teenagers, adults to elders.

I usually teach bringing the subject to the students, to what they need and what they like, making the studies something important but also...
£37/hr
Sasha Calvert
CountyNewington City Of Edinburgh
SubjectBiology

Biology tutor with a Bachelor's degree in Ecology and Conservation, and working towards a Masters in Science Communication.

Using my experience as a sports coach and recruiting and training volunteers for biodiversity surveys, I will get you excited about learnin...
CountyNewington City Of Edinburgh
SubjectBiology

Biology tutor with a Bachelor's degree in Ecology and Conservation, and working towards a Masters in Science Communication.

Using my experience as a sports coach and recruiting and training volunteers for biodiversity surveys, I will get you excited about learnin...
£30/hr
First class free
Matthew
CountyBlackford City Of Edinburgh
SubjectHistory

History lessons up to and including Advanced Higher Grade Level. Fully experienced and Qualified up to Masters Level

Go beyond the text books, research the detail and discover the truth. ...use all of this experience to enhance your learning and understan...
CountyBlackford City Of Edinburgh
SubjectHistory

History lessons up to and including Advanced Higher Grade Level. Fully experienced and Qualified up to Masters Level

Go beyond the text books, research the detail and discover the truth. ...use all of this experience to enhance your learning and understan...

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.