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£20/hr
Srikanishk
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

Passionate about math and inspiring young minds—teaching it to kids is my joy!

Whether it's one-on-one or in a group, I don't just teach math—I make you fall in love with it! My approach is all about simplifying comple...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

Passionate about math and inspiring young minds—teaching it to kids is my joy!

Whether it's one-on-one or in a group, I don't just teach math—I make you fall in love with it! My approach is all about simplifying comple...
£17/hr
Sophie
CountyEdinburgh, Blackford (City Of...
SubjectMaths: Higher Maths

Maths and Chemistry tutor for Secondary school

I am an experienced tutor specializing in Maths and Chemistry for National 5, Higher, and Advanced Higher. I am patient and plan my lessons...
CountyEdinburgh, Blackford (City Of...
SubjectMaths: Higher Maths

Maths and Chemistry tutor for Secondary school

I am an experienced tutor specializing in Maths and Chemistry for National 5, Higher, and Advanced Higher. I am patient and plan my lessons...
I am really interested in all that concerns about sociology, mostly social relations, micro dynamics and classical theories
£20/hr
Ivan
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectSociology

I am really interested in all that concerns about sociology, mostly social relations, micro dynamics and classical theories

I will start from the birth of sociology as a individual science, through the most important authors and thematics to nowadays and latest c...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectSociology

I am really interested in all that concerns about sociology, mostly social relations, micro dynamics and classical theories

I will start from the birth of sociology as a individual science, through the most important authors and thematics to nowadays and latest c...
I give private classes to adults to help improve your English and reach your goals.
£17/hr
First class free
Petra
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

I give private classes to adults to help improve your English and reach your goals.

Expressing yourself on another language opens so many doors and brings new opportunities! Don't hesitate to contact me to help you gain con...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish

I give private classes to adults to help improve your English and reach your goals.

Expressing yourself on another language opens so many doors and brings new opportunities! Don't hesitate to contact me to help you gain con...
£20/hr
Issie
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language: English SATs, Key Stage 1

I teach KS2 children to prepare them for SATS

I am passionate about teaching children! I'm eager to help them with their first step into examinations with SATS prep, turning the challen...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language: English SATs, Key Stage 1

I teach KS2 children to prepare them for SATS

I am passionate about teaching children! I'm eager to help them with their first step into examinations with SATS prep, turning the challen...
Adaptive individual that uses mini- goals to achieve
£20/hr
First class free
Tajinder
DBS checkDBS check
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Adaptive individual that uses mini- goals to achieve

I am a private tutor with experience in teach at year 7-11 level. Completing both GCSE and A-Level Maths, I understand the need for patienc...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Adaptive individual that uses mini- goals to achieve

I am a private tutor with experience in teach at year 7-11 level. Completing both GCSE and A-Level Maths, I understand the need for patienc...
DBS checkDBS check
£15/hr
Lorena Yoga
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectYoga

Gentle yoga sessions for all levels and bodies.

Yoga is my biggest passion and I think it should be available for everyone. Therefore, I always offer different options for everyone's safe...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectYoga

Gentle yoga sessions for all levels and bodies.

Yoga is my biggest passion and I think it should be available for everyone. Therefore, I always offer different options for everyone's safe...
I have some experience of teaching biology to my younger sibling
£9/hr
First class free
Prathamesh
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectBiology

I have some experience of teaching biology to my younger sibling

I have some experience of teaching biology to my younger sibling.
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectBiology

I have some experience of teaching biology to my younger sibling

I have some experience of teaching biology to my younger sibling.
I can teach fundamentals of psychology to students and help them pass exams at a higher level!
£9/hr
Jade Walker
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPsychology

I can teach fundamentals of psychology to students and help them pass exams at a higher level!

I will give 1 to 1 online lessons, availability is extremely varied. If you need personalised help I can focus on your weaker areas whilst...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectPsychology

I can teach fundamentals of psychology to students and help them pass exams at a higher level!

I will give 1 to 1 online lessons, availability is extremely varied. If you need personalised help I can focus on your weaker areas whilst...
Unlock Your Language Potential: Learn French, Spanish, or ESL with a Qualified Teacher!
£20/hr
First class free
Lauren M
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectFrench

Unlock Your Language Potential: Learn French, Spanish, or ESL with a Qualified Teacher!

✨ Enhance your language skills with a dedicated tutor! ✨ I have a BA (Hons) degree in French with Spanish & Professional Education (Seconda...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectFrench

Unlock Your Language Potential: Learn French, Spanish, or ESL with a Qualified Teacher!

✨ Enhance your language skills with a dedicated tutor! ✨ I have a BA (Hons) degree in French with Spanish & Professional Education (Seconda...
£12/hr
Nene
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectJapanese

I am a friendly and patient person who loves helping others learn.

I have 4 years of experience in customer service, where I handled inquiries and complains, I was also responsible for training new staff an...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectJapanese

I am a friendly and patient person who loves helping others learn.

I have 4 years of experience in customer service, where I handled inquiries and complains, I was also responsible for training new staff an...
£15/hr
Samarth
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

I am Civil Engineer. My focus is teaching children in frank understanding way of a particular subject, also good at communication.

I prefer online lessons, as its comfortable for me. Mostly 2-3 hrs i can manage for the students to solve their doubts and provide better k...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

I am Civil Engineer. My focus is teaching children in frank understanding way of a particular subject, also good at communication.

I prefer online lessons, as its comfortable for me. Mostly 2-3 hrs i can manage for the students to solve their doubts and provide better k...
Physics Tutor in Edinburgh | MSc Graduate | GCSE, National 5, Higher & A-Level
£25/hr
First class free
★5.0(1 Reviews)
Sanket
CountyEdinburgh, Queen Street, Rave...
SubjectPhysics: Thermodynamics

Physics Tutor in Edinburgh | MSc Graduate | GCSE, National 5, Higher & A-Level

Hello! I am a passionate Physics and Mathematics tutor with an MSc in Theoretical Physics from the University of Edinburgh and a BSc in Phy...
CountyEdinburgh, Queen Street, Rave...
SubjectPhysics: Thermodynamics

Physics Tutor in Edinburgh | MSc Graduate | GCSE, National 5, Higher & A-Level

Hello! I am a passionate Physics and Mathematics tutor with an MSc in Theoretical Physics from the University of Edinburgh and a BSc in Phy...
£28/hr
Ghadir
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

A fourth year structural engineering student at the university of Edinburgh

As a skilled private math tutor, I focus on personalised lessons, simplifying complex math concepts, and building strong problem-solving sk...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

A fourth year structural engineering student at the university of Edinburgh

As a skilled private math tutor, I focus on personalised lessons, simplifying complex math concepts, and building strong problem-solving sk...
I am a patient and understanding individual who provides private tutoring lessons tailored to your level and skillset.
£15/hr
Shadia
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

I am a patient and understanding individual who provides private tutoring lessons tailored to your level and skillset.

I will teach in different ways depending on the student and how they prefer to be taught/what works best for them. I will use my Ipad and p...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectMaths

I am a patient and understanding individual who provides private tutoring lessons tailored to your level and skillset.

I will teach in different ways depending on the student and how they prefer to be taught/what works best for them. I will use my Ipad and p...
Newly qualified CELTA teacher based in Edinburgh. As an English learner myself, I understand my students' challenges.
£14/hr
Ola
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

Newly qualified CELTA teacher based in Edinburgh. As an English learner myself, I understand my students' challenges.

I am a newly qualified CELTA teacher based in Edinburgh, where I am eager to contribute to the vibrant language learning community. Having...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectEnglish as a foreign language

Newly qualified CELTA teacher based in Edinburgh. As an English learner myself, I understand my students' challenges.

I am a newly qualified CELTA teacher based in Edinburgh, where I am eager to contribute to the vibrant language learning community. Having...
£12/hr
Mei Walker
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

I'm patient and welcoming, with a focus on lessons to improve fluency and comprehension.

I would have a holistic approach: interactive activities, practical exercises and would tailor to the student's goals. I would use engaging...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

I'm patient and welcoming, with a focus on lessons to improve fluency and comprehension.

I would have a holistic approach: interactive activities, practical exercises and would tailor to the student's goals. I would use engaging...
I'm an MSBA student at the University of Edinburgh, passionate about making math engaging and accessible. I'm currently developing
£16/hr
First class free
Ahsan Ahmed Siddiqui
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

I'm an MSBA student at the University of Edinburgh, passionate about making math engaging and accessible. I'm currently developing

I'm a data analyst with a Bachelor's in Economics and Mathematics, leveraging my analytical skills to create engaging and effective math le...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

I'm an MSBA student at the University of Edinburgh, passionate about making math engaging and accessible. I'm currently developing

I'm a data analyst with a Bachelor's in Economics and Mathematics, leveraging my analytical skills to create engaging and effective math le...
£9/hr
Komal Tariq
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Maths and physics online tutor of all grades upto higher secondary level

Being professional teaching methods depend on subject,student and requirement different methodologies use for different subjects,student's...
CountyEdinburgh
SubjectMaths

Maths and physics online tutor of all grades upto higher secondary level

Being professional teaching methods depend on subject,student and requirement different methodologies use for different subjects,student's...
Enthusiastic, Oxford-educated Classics tutor. 10 years of experience teaching Classics, Greek, and Latin at all levels
£70/hr
First class free
Maxwell Stocker
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectLatin and Greek

Enthusiastic, Oxford-educated Classics tutor. 10 years of experience teaching Classics, Greek, and Latin at all levels

Oxford-educated Classics, Greek, and Latin tutor with a decade of teaching experience. Available to teach at GSCE, A-Level, IB, and undergr...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectLatin and Greek

Enthusiastic, Oxford-educated Classics tutor. 10 years of experience teaching Classics, Greek, and Latin at all levels

Oxford-educated Classics, Greek, and Latin tutor with a decade of teaching experience. Available to teach at GSCE, A-Level, IB, and undergr...

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.