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I am a mathematics graduate with strong academic knowledge and a passion for teaching. My lessons are aimed at GCSE and A - level
£15/hr
Mohammedseid
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

I am a mathematics graduate with strong academic knowledge and a passion for teaching. My lessons are aimed at GCSE and A - level

I am a mathematics graduate with strong problem-solving and analytical skills, and I have experience supporting students at different level...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

I am a mathematics graduate with strong academic knowledge and a passion for teaching. My lessons are aimed at GCSE and A - level

I am a mathematics graduate with strong problem-solving and analytical skills, and I have experience supporting students at different level...
£17/hr
Shuyue Sun
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectChinese

I give private, interesting and practical lessons that fit your level.

I am passionate about teaching and being able to pass my knowledge and experience which adapted to your needs.I have the National Mandarin...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectChinese

I give private, interesting and practical lessons that fit your level.

I am passionate about teaching and being able to pass my knowledge and experience which adapted to your needs.I have the National Mandarin...
I act as a mentor and guide to support curiosity,  learning and personal development
£25/hr
Lorraine Martin
DBS checkDBS check
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPsychology

I act as a mentor and guide to support curiosity, learning and personal development

Private mentoring and guidance for curious students wishing to delve deeper into the subject of the human experience from a clinically exce...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectPsychology

I act as a mentor and guide to support curiosity, learning and personal development

Private mentoring and guidance for curious students wishing to delve deeper into the subject of the human experience from a clinically exce...
DBS checkDBS check
CELTA-qualified teacher of English as a foreign language with 12 years of experience, including exam prep for Cambridge and IELTS
£18/hr
First class free
Sean
CountyEdinburgh, Slateford
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

CELTA-qualified teacher of English as a foreign language with 12 years of experience, including exam prep for Cambridge and IELTS

I became a teacher because I wanted a job that allowed me to travel the world and meet lots of different people. I love the fact that even...
CountyEdinburgh, Slateford
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

CELTA-qualified teacher of English as a foreign language with 12 years of experience, including exam prep for Cambridge and IELTS

I became a teacher because I wanted a job that allowed me to travel the world and meet lots of different people. I love the fact that even...
I am a native English speaker from Canada
£15/hr
First class free
Olivia
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectTOEFL

I am a native English speaker from Canada

I am a Canadian student enrolled in the Graduate entry LLB program at the University of Edinburgh. I have spent lots of time working with s...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectTOEFL

I am a native English speaker from Canada

I am a Canadian student enrolled in the Graduate entry LLB program at the University of Edinburgh. I have spent lots of time working with s...
Engaging and patient Online Spanish Tutor
£40/hr
First class free
5(2 Reviews)
Lulu
Verified TutorVerified TutorDBS checkDBS check
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectSpanish: GCSE Spanish

Engaging and patient Online Spanish Tutor

I am an Arabic and Spanish graduate from the University of Edinburgh. I have been teaching online for 7 years and have a wealth of experien...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectSpanish: GCSE Spanish

Engaging and patient Online Spanish Tutor

I am an Arabic and Spanish graduate from the University of Edinburgh. I have been teaching online for 7 years and have a wealth of experien...
DBS checkDBS check
Medical Student Biology Tutor for Students of All Ages from KS3 to A level
£20/hr
First class free
Adam Brook
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectBiology

Medical Student Biology Tutor for Students of All Ages from KS3 to A level

I am a third year medical student studying at the University of Edinburgh. Eager to help any students struggling with biology at any level,...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectBiology

Medical Student Biology Tutor for Students of All Ages from KS3 to A level

I am a third year medical student studying at the University of Edinburgh. Eager to help any students struggling with biology at any level,...
I always teach other students and classmates by Chinese. it's quite different to teach them using English, but I want to try.
£20/hr
First class free
Cathy
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths: Basic mathematics, GCSE Maths, A Level Maths

I always teach other students and classmates by Chinese. it's quite different to teach them using English, but I want to try.

Asian way to get high score. Building on a stable foundation, using my experience to make your maths much more easier. As long as you are w...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths: Basic mathematics, GCSE Maths, A Level Maths

I always teach other students and classmates by Chinese. it's quite different to teach them using English, but I want to try.

Asian way to get high score. Building on a stable foundation, using my experience to make your maths much more easier. As long as you are w...
Experienced Mandarin Teacher – Fun & Engaging Lessons for Kids
£40/hr
First class free
Wang
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Newington (...
SubjectChinese

Experienced Mandarin Teacher – Fun & Engaging Lessons for Kids

Hello! My name is Alice Wang Leplar. I am a qualified and passionate Mandarin Chinese teacher with more than 10 years of teaching experienc...
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Newington (...
SubjectChinese

Experienced Mandarin Teacher – Fun & Engaging Lessons for Kids

Hello! My name is Alice Wang Leplar. I am a qualified and passionate Mandarin Chinese teacher with more than 10 years of teaching experienc...
£20/hr
Juveria Iram
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectComputer science

I am Computer science master:s student as well as a software engineer. I target teaching undergraduate or high school students.

I have experience conducting training sessions to the newly joined associates, I would teach with resources like text books, ppts and also...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectComputer science

I am Computer science master:s student as well as a software engineer. I target teaching undergraduate or high school students.

I have experience conducting training sessions to the newly joined associates, I would teach with resources like text books, ppts and also...
I Born in China. Aimed at young children
£15/hr
Krissy
Verified TutorVerified Tutor
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectChinese

I Born in China. Aimed at young children

Hello everyone, I was born and raised in China. Currently, I am studying for a bachelor's degree in economics at the University of Edinburg...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectChinese

I Born in China. Aimed at young children

Hello everyone, I was born and raised in China. Currently, I am studying for a bachelor's degree in economics at the University of Edinburg...
French tutor providing lessons for students sitting an SQA or AQA exam
£20/hr
First class free
Keir
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectFrench

French tutor providing lessons for students sitting an SQA or AQA exam

MA undergraduate French student here to help students enhance their French language proficiency and excel in SQA and AQA French exams. I ha...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectFrench

French tutor providing lessons for students sitting an SQA or AQA exam

MA undergraduate French student here to help students enhance their French language proficiency and excel in SQA and AQA French exams. I ha...
Native Spanish speaker offering tailored language teaching support.
£15/hr
Carmen
CountyEdinburgh, Blackford (City Of...
SubjectSpanish

Native Spanish speaker offering tailored language teaching support.

Native Spanish speaker and Edinburgh student. My mentoring and workshop experience helps me create engaging, supportive Spanish classes. Ap...
CountyEdinburgh, Blackford (City Of...
SubjectSpanish

Native Spanish speaker offering tailored language teaching support.

Native Spanish speaker and Edinburgh student. My mentoring and workshop experience helps me create engaging, supportive Spanish classes. Ap...
Music Tutor for all beginners & Grade 1-2
£13/hr
First class free
5(1 Reviews)
Vernice
Verified TutorVerified TutorDBS checkDBS checkOnline
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMusic for beginners

Music Tutor for all beginners & Grade 1-2

I had 1.5 years of teaching children from total beginners up to Grade 2 (ABRSM). I tailor each of my lesson plannings to each of my student...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMusic for beginners

Music Tutor for all beginners & Grade 1-2

I had 1.5 years of teaching children from total beginners up to Grade 2 (ABRSM). I tailor each of my lesson plannings to each of my student...
DBS checkDBS check
I am a positive and engaging person. Children.
£25/hr
Alvin
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectChinese

I am a positive and engaging person. Children.

I am a friendly tutor. I have experience teaching ABC and basic speaking to children aged 3-5. I am also able to teach Maths and Chinese.
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectChinese

I am a positive and engaging person. Children.

I am a friendly tutor. I have experience teaching ABC and basic speaking to children aged 3-5. I am also able to teach Maths and Chinese.
I am a motivative and engaging person. Children
£28/hr
Yong Ka Pao
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectChinese

I am a motivative and engaging person. Children

I have experience teaching English and Math for primary school student in a day care center. I also have one-to-one guidiance for student w...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectChinese

I am a motivative and engaging person. Children

I have experience teaching English and Math for primary school student in a day care center. I also have one-to-one guidiance for student w...
Math tutor with First Class Honours in Engineering offering online and in-person lessons in Edinburgh
£30/hr
Nahla
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Math tutor with First Class Honours in Engineering offering online and in-person lessons in Edinburgh

I will support you in building your understanding and confidence in Math by breaking down complex concepts into simple steps and providing...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Math tutor with First Class Honours in Engineering offering online and in-person lessons in Edinburgh

I will support you in building your understanding and confidence in Math by breaking down complex concepts into simple steps and providing...
Law Tutor to teach legal Education for all ages
£20/hr
First class free
Rashmi
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectLaw

Law Tutor to teach legal Education for all ages

I am a dual graduate with master's degrees and specialized in business and human rights. I am a Law tutor for all levels upto masters. Hel...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectLaw

Law Tutor to teach legal Education for all ages

I am a dual graduate with master's degrees and specialized in business and human rights. I am a Law tutor for all levels upto masters. Hel...
Science teacher in Edinburgh for primary, secondary and college students, BSc hons degree
£25/hr
Samira
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectBiology

Science teacher in Edinburgh for primary, secondary and college students, BSc hons degree

Our lessons will be dynamic depending on how you best like to learn
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectBiology

Science teacher in Edinburgh for primary, secondary and college students, BSc hons degree

Our lessons will be dynamic depending on how you best like to learn
Social science tutor providing lessons online
£25/hr
First class free
Damianos
Online
County
SubjectSocial sciences

Social science tutor providing lessons online

I am an experienced tutor providing lessons on social science subjets. I have a Doctorate on Socio-Cultural studies, a solid academic backg...
County
SubjectSocial sciences

Social science tutor providing lessons online

I am an experienced tutor providing lessons on social science subjets. I have a Doctorate on Socio-Cultural studies, a solid academic backg...

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.