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Emily

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Emily is not only highly competent and knowledgeable in her field but also consistently punctual for our online sessions. She is warm and friendly, creating a comfortable learning environment. I appreciate her considerate approach in preparing...

Joe

English tutor

Excellent teacher. He help me to power my strengths and work in my weaknesses

Paco, 1 year ago

Jaime

English tutor

It is perfectly! We have already had so many lessons and I look forward to each new lesson. The teaching material is presented in such a soft and accessible way. Jaime subtly feels in what rhythm it is necessary to teach for a certain student. ...

Ольга, 1 year ago

Clarke

English tutor

Clarke makes the classes very interesting and dynamic, I like this teaching method. Everything was clear to me and I was provided with special educational literature and work on my strong accent. I am happy and advise everyone who is looking for a...

Ольга, 1 year ago

Gráinne

English tutor

Great tutor Grainne is a great tutor for our 11 year old. She’s reliable , fun and well prepared for every lesson. We would rate her as one of the best tutors we’ve had. Subject : English Outcome : Very good entrance exam results

Hazel, 5 years ago

Jaime

English tutor

In addition to being organized, punctual and easy to communicate with, Jaime has an exceptional positive and relaxed style that make him a great teacher. I would definitely continue lessons with him if we didn't live abroad.

Kristiina, 2 years ago

FAQ's

💸 How much is an English teacher per hour in Edinburgh?

The average cost of private English tutoring in Edinburgh is £18.

 

Prices will differ depending on:

  • the experience of your English tutor
  • where your lessons will be held (via webcam or an outside location)
  • the number of lessons and the duration of each class
  • what you are covering in your lessons (past papers, critical thinking, or grammar for example.)
  • the goal of your classes (are you learning English for fun, or are you studying for GCSE or A level exams?)

97% of our private teachers offer the 1st hour of the lesson free. Check out the rates of our English teachers in your area.

📕What can an English tutor help you with?

On Superprof, we have a number of highly qualified English tutors available to give private tuition.

 

An English tutor can help you work on many things:

  • GCSE or A level exam prep and past papers
  • Mastering English grammar rules
  • Writing or creative writing
  • Text analysis
  • Giving advice to help you with your coursework
  • Reading and textual analysis
  • Help with homework
  • Helping you to build confidence in your abilities.

 

Click here to see the available English teacher profiles in Edinburgh

 

💻 Where can I find an English tutor online?

On Superprof, many of our English tutors also offer online tuition. About 80% of tutors give English tutoring via webcam.

 

To find available online English tutors, just select the webcam filter in the search bar to see the available tutors offering online English tutoring.

 

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👩‍🎓 How can I find an English tutor in Edinburgh?

On Superprof, you can browse our range of tutor profiles to find the right solution for your English tuition.

 

You can refer to the tutor's profile and contact the English tutor that fits your needs.

 

Once you have found a tutor you can get in touch with them via the messaging service on our platform to discuss the details of your lessons.

 

There are currently 554 teachers available to give English tuition in Edinburgh.

 

Find your English tutor from more than 554 profiles.

⭐️ How did pupils rate our private English tutors in Edinburgh?

From a sample of 92 tutors, pupils gave their English teachers an average score of 5 out of five.

 

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✅ Average price:£18/h
✅ Average response time:3h
✅ Tutors available:554
✅ Lesson format:Face-to-face or online

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Finding the Perfect English Tutor

Most students in school will know that English (alongside maths and science) is just one of the subjects that you have to study. However, since English is our mother tongue, it's the one language that we learn differently.

While a French or German class will look predominantly at grammar, learning new vocabulary, and pronunciation, in English classes in Scotland, the focus on the intricacies of our language, how students understand and evaluate texts, and analytical skills used to understand the intention and impact of the written and spoken language.

As it's one of the subjects that students will cover most of in school, let's see why it's important to study it, the challenges students will fact, how private tuition can help, and how you can find a private English teacher in Edinburgh.

Why It's Important to Study English

English teaches students skills that they'll be able to use throughout their lives. The English language can be incredibly nuanced and complex and a profound understanding of how it's used and what it means is imperative as we ascertain all information through either reading or listening. Be it written or spoken English, students will be able to understand the meaning of language and the intent of the speaker or writer.

You could also argue that it's important to study English because you have to. If you want good exam results, a good job, or a place on a university course, you can't ignore English since it's a subject you'll have to study until you leave school. If there's a foreign language or science that you're planning on dropping, your results won't matter too much in these subjects, but since English isn't going anywhere in secondary education, you can be certain that it's worthwhile prioritising it.

Challenges in English

If our native language were so easy to understand, we wouldn't need to regularly study it through primary and secondary school. For students that prefer a clear answer, biology, physics, and chemistry are the way to go. English, on the other hand, isn't always as clear and can be frustrating for scientifically- or mathematically-minded students.

During primary school, students are regularly shown that there's an answer to be found and this experience can lead some children to struggle with the greyer areas in the social sciences, humanities, and English, in particular, and this can certainly be difficult for students to unlearn at first.

Private Tuition in English

Private tutors are great for providing a tailored experience to students and academic subjects like English. Students struggling at school may appreciate a fresh view of the subject they're learning about. There's no guarantee that their teacher has the time or resources to offer every child the education that works most effectively for them. A lot of teachers have larger classes, a busy timetable, limited resources, and a lot of paperwork that get in the way of them offering the best teaching they

Private tuition isn't just for struggling students. At its core, private tutoring is there to ensure that every student gets an education that meets their needs and helps them to achieve their full potential.

A student might respond to being taught differently or more engagingly. They can learn study skills to help them with revision, study English in ways that they don't usually get to in school, and generally, have more fun during the learning process than they might at school.

Whether they're studying Higher English or primary school English, any student can improve their grades or understanding of the subject with private tutoring.

Finding an English Tutor in Edinburgh

If you've decided that private tutoring is for you or your children, then have a look for English tutors in Edinburgh to help you on Superprof. You can search for tutors in any subject or skill, view their profiles, and see how much they charge.

You can also see what other students had to say about the tutor and whether or not they offer the first lesson for free. You can use this time to try out several potential private tutors before deciding which one is right for you. You might be planning on getting a few years of tutoring so you probably want to sure that the tutoring they offer works for you or your children.

There are several ways you can enjoy the teaching from a private tutor: face-to-face, online, or in groups. Each type of tutoring comes with its pros and cons so it's up to you to decide which tutor will provide the right experience for you and budget.

Face-to-face tuition offers teaching that's tailored to the student and as they can take place in your home, can be more relaxed and engaging than lessons in a school or university. They can adapt each lesson to the student's level, preferred learning styles, and educational needs. Of course, this type of tuition comes at a cost and face-to-face private tutors tend to charge more than others.

If the budget is a bit of an issue, then group tutorials are a good way to split the cost of private tutoring. While you won't get to enjoy the benefits of one-on-one teaching, they are usually in small groups and can be quite useful for subjects like English where group discussion can help students to learn more effectively. With the students sharing the cost of the tutor's time and experience, they tend to be cheapest option available.

Finally, if you can't find any tutors in Edinburgh to your liking, you can always broaden your search to all around Scotland and the rest of the world. Thanks to the internet, you can get tutoring from anywhere as long as you have a decent internet connection and a webcam. These tutors won't have to travel to you and can charge less than face-to-face tutors as a result. While the distance might seem a bit impersonal, with academic subjects and the increased time many of spend online, this distance is rarely an issue.

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