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I support students to build confidence and positive study habits.
£15/hr
Daberechi
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectBiology: A Level Biology

I support students to build confidence and positive study habits.

I bring practical experience supporting young people through church youth programmes and peer guidance, where I helped students strengthen...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectBiology: A Level Biology

I support students to build confidence and positive study habits.

I bring practical experience supporting young people through church youth programmes and peer guidance, where I helped students strengthen...
I am a life coach amd i will help you set goals. My lessons and help is aimed at all students.
£40/hr
Naheeda
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMindfulness

I am a life coach amd i will help you set goals. My lessons and help is aimed at all students.

I will help you feel full confidence in achieving your goals and give you step by step instructions of how to do that. This will help you...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMindfulness

I am a life coach amd i will help you set goals. My lessons and help is aimed at all students.

I will help you feel full confidence in achieving your goals and give you step by step instructions of how to do that. This will help you...
Italian native who moved to Scotland 4 years ago and started tutoring
£20/hr
First class free
Veronica
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectItalian

Italian native who moved to Scotland 4 years ago and started tutoring

Ciao! I'm Veronica who tailor private lessons for your need. I am native italian relocated to Scotland. I will get you to immerse in the it...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectItalian

Italian native who moved to Scotland 4 years ago and started tutoring

Ciao! I'm Veronica who tailor private lessons for your need. I am native italian relocated to Scotland. I will get you to immerse in the it...
University student. Achieved excellent grades in Maths at Advanced Higher level, teaching maths online to high school students
£15/hr
5.0(3 Reviews)
Juliana
Online
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths: Basic mathematics, GCSE Maths, A Level Maths, National 4 and 5 Maths

University student. Achieved excellent grades in Maths at Advanced Higher level, teaching maths online to high school students

My teaching style is friendly, supportive, and focused on helping students feel confident in their learning. I use active recall and repeti...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths: Basic mathematics, GCSE Maths, A Level Maths, National 4 and 5 Maths

University student. Achieved excellent grades in Maths at Advanced Higher level, teaching maths online to high school students

My teaching style is friendly, supportive, and focused on helping students feel confident in their learning. I use active recall and repeti...
I am a maths tutor interested in teaching primary, high school and university students
£15/hr
First class free
Stephen
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

I am a maths tutor interested in teaching primary, high school and university students

Unlock your potential with personalized maths lessons! I am Stephen, and an experienced tutor dedicated to helping primary, high school, an...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

I am a maths tutor interested in teaching primary, high school and university students

Unlock your potential with personalized maths lessons! I am Stephen, and an experienced tutor dedicated to helping primary, high school, an...
Iam Varun Kumar who is going to teach excel in both practical and oral
£16/hr
Varun Kumar
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectOffice software: Excel

Iam Varun Kumar who is going to teach excel in both practical and oral

I love sharing my skills with others, I will teach you excel in easy methods which connects to you mind easily , so you can learn easily.
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectOffice software: Excel

Iam Varun Kumar who is going to teach excel in both practical and oral

I love sharing my skills with others, I will teach you excel in easy methods which connects to you mind easily , so you can learn easily.
I would be lucky to have you accomplish a new goal
£13/hr
First class free
Rejoice
CountyEdinburgh, Davidsons Mains, D...
SubjectMaths

I would be lucky to have you accomplish a new goal

I am passionate about mathematics and enjoy helping children learn it step by step. I am particularly pleased to see them gain a new perspe...
CountyEdinburgh, Davidsons Mains, D...
SubjectMaths

I would be lucky to have you accomplish a new goal

I am passionate about mathematics and enjoy helping children learn it step by step. I am particularly pleased to see them gain a new perspe...
Native English tutor in Scotland providing lessons online
£10/hr
Nala
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language: GCSE English

Native English tutor in Scotland providing lessons online

Hi! I focus on the English language and am comfortable teaching all levels from primary to A Level! I myself am currently a student at St A...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language: GCSE English

Native English tutor in Scotland providing lessons online

Hi! I focus on the English language and am comfortable teaching all levels from primary to A Level! I myself am currently a student at St A...
Discover Spanish Through Stories, Poetry, and Song
£23/hr
First class free
Valentina Montoya
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectSpanish

Discover Spanish Through Stories, Poetry, and Song

Discover Spanish Through Stories, Poetry, and Song. My lessons are creative, interactive, and highly personalized. Instead of focusing on...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectSpanish

Discover Spanish Through Stories, Poetry, and Song

Discover Spanish Through Stories, Poetry, and Song. My lessons are creative, interactive, and highly personalized. Instead of focusing on...
I teach 1:1 History classes, with an overview of the whole world and tailored to the needs and interests of the student.
£39/hr
Felicia
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectHistory

I teach 1:1 History classes, with an overview of the whole world and tailored to the needs and interests of the student.

The first time I set foot in a classroom as a History teacher I left with a smile from ear to ear. I immediately knew I was going to be a -...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectHistory

I teach 1:1 History classes, with an overview of the whole world and tailored to the needs and interests of the student.

The first time I set foot in a classroom as a History teacher I left with a smile from ear to ear. I immediately knew I was going to be a -...
As a student with Advanced Higher English, I would really enjoy using my skills to help school age children in Edinburgh.
£25/hr
Ruby
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language: Higher English

As a student with Advanced Higher English, I would really enjoy using my skills to help school age children in Edinburgh.

Having studied English throughout school and now studying humanities at Edinburgh University, I feel passionately about helping children to...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language: Higher English

As a student with Advanced Higher English, I would really enjoy using my skills to help school age children in Edinburgh.

Having studied English throughout school and now studying humanities at Edinburgh University, I feel passionately about helping children to...
Highly experienced Primary Teacher and Private Tutor
£50/hr
First class free
Kirsteen
CountyEdinburgh, Dalgety Bay, Hille...
SubjectPrimary school

Highly experienced Primary Teacher and Private Tutor

Using my knowledge and experience of having taught all ages of the Primary Curriculum - from Nursery to Primary 7 - along with my passion f...
CountyEdinburgh, Dalgety Bay, Hille...
SubjectPrimary school

Highly experienced Primary Teacher and Private Tutor

Using my knowledge and experience of having taught all ages of the Primary Curriculum - from Nursery to Primary 7 - along with my passion f...
Qualified Spanish tutor with extensive experience teaching all levels and ages
£25/hr
First class free
Inés
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectSpanish

Qualified Spanish tutor with extensive experience teaching all levels and ages

Friendly native Spanish tutor and qualified language teacher with over 7 years’ experience teaching online, in schools and at university le...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectSpanish

Qualified Spanish tutor with extensive experience teaching all levels and ages

Friendly native Spanish tutor and qualified language teacher with over 7 years’ experience teaching online, in schools and at university le...
I provide English Literature lessons at GCSE level, and also A-Level, tailored to each students individual needs and goals.
£15/hr
Olivia
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Literature

I provide English Literature lessons at GCSE level, and also A-Level, tailored to each students individual needs and goals.

I am passionate about teaching English Literature and encourage a curious and enticing environment. My tailored lessons to each individuals...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Literature

I provide English Literature lessons at GCSE level, and also A-Level, tailored to each students individual needs and goals.

I am passionate about teaching English Literature and encourage a curious and enticing environment. My tailored lessons to each individuals...
Helping you is my number one priority lgbtq+ friendly
£25/hr
First class free
Campbell English
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

Helping you is my number one priority lgbtq+ friendly

tutor**Helping You is My Number One Priority** Unlock your potential with private English lessons tailored just for you. As an LGBTQ+ frien...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

Helping you is my number one priority lgbtq+ friendly

tutor**Helping You is My Number One Priority** Unlock your potential with private English lessons tailored just for you. As an LGBTQ+ frien...
Tutor to help you boost your language skills with targeted learning
£14/hr
First class free
Abigail
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectChinese

Tutor to help you boost your language skills with targeted learning

I am a 16 year old high school student who has had excellent academic success in social science subjects, as well as the ability to speak f...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectChinese

Tutor to help you boost your language skills with targeted learning

I am a 16 year old high school student who has had excellent academic success in social science subjects, as well as the ability to speak f...
£9/hr
First class free
James
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Newington (...
SubjectHistory

Unlock the past with expert History tutoring tailored to your success

Tutoring with me is varied, engaging, and tailored to your goals. In our first sessions, I’ll get to know your strengths, your areas for de...
CountyEdinburgh, Leith, Newington (...
SubjectHistory

Unlock the past with expert History tutoring tailored to your success

Tutoring with me is varied, engaging, and tailored to your goals. In our first sessions, I’ll get to know your strengths, your areas for de...
Native Italian tutor with more than 5 years' experience in teaching Italian, at all levels
£19/hr
First class free
Federico
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectItalian

Native Italian tutor with more than 5 years' experience in teaching Italian, at all levels

I can offer one-on-one tutoring sessions personalised based on your level and requirements. I am passionate about teaching and being able t...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectItalian

Native Italian tutor with more than 5 years' experience in teaching Italian, at all levels

I can offer one-on-one tutoring sessions personalised based on your level and requirements. I am passionate about teaching and being able t...
Online Economics & Business Tutor for Secondary, Undergraduate & Postgraduate Students
£18/hr
First class free
Cyprian
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEconomics

Online Economics & Business Tutor for Secondary, Undergraduate & Postgraduate Students

I am a postgraduate student in Food Security with a strong foundation in Economics and Business Studies. Since 2023, I have been tutoring E...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEconomics

Online Economics & Business Tutor for Secondary, Undergraduate & Postgraduate Students

I am a postgraduate student in Food Security with a strong foundation in Economics and Business Studies. Since 2023, I have been tutoring E...
Online maths tutor for all primary students
£15/hr
First class free
Helen Kang
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

Online maths tutor for all primary students

I have experience tutoring biology, chemistry, maths, and English to IGCSE, A-Level, and IB students. In my lessons, I aim to break down co...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

Online maths tutor for all primary students

I have experience tutoring biology, chemistry, maths, and English to IGCSE, A-Level, and IB students. In my lessons, I aim to break down co...

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.