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Oxford Double First, PGCE, QTS – Top End Tutor at a Fair Price! Over 30 Years' Experience. Enhanced DBS. PGCE. YKS3 - GCSE English Language & Literature
£55/hr
5.0(1 Reviews)
Catherine
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CountyRichmond Greater London
SubjectEnglish Language: GCSE English, Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4

Oxford Double First, PGCE, QTS – Top End Tutor at a Fair Price! Over 30 Years' Experience. Enhanced DBS. PGCE. YKS3 - GCSE English Language & Literature

I teach in person at home with all my amazing books, papers and creative teaching materials to hand. I can give the right resource straight...
CountyRichmond Greater London
SubjectEnglish Language: GCSE English, Key Stage 3, Key Stage 4

Oxford Double First, PGCE, QTS – Top End Tutor at a Fair Price! Over 30 Years' Experience. Enhanced DBS. PGCE. YKS3 - GCSE English Language & Literature

I teach in person at home with all my amazing books, papers and creative teaching materials to hand. I can give the right resource straight...
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Students taking their GCSE’s and require extra help
£20/hr
Megan
Online
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

Students taking their GCSE’s and require extra help

Teach one to one online to cover the areas you need extra help on to be able to comfortably pass your GSCE’s with ease and stress free
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

Students taking their GCSE’s and require extra help

Teach one to one online to cover the areas you need extra help on to be able to comfortably pass your GSCE’s with ease and stress free
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Would like to learn something new? I am passionate about making biology exciting, accessible, and easy to understand for all :)
£20/hr
Arpi
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CountyLondon, Egham, Egham Hythe, E...
SubjectEnglish Language

Would like to learn something new? I am passionate about making biology exciting, accessible, and easy to understand for all :)

I am passionate about teaching biology and helping students grasp difficult concepts in a fun and engaging way. Whether you’re looking for...
CountyLondon, Egham, Egham Hythe, E...
SubjectEnglish Language

Would like to learn something new? I am passionate about making biology exciting, accessible, and easy to understand for all :)

I am passionate about teaching biology and helping students grasp difficult concepts in a fun and engaging way. Whether you’re looking for...
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Highly Experienced, Passionate, Caring English and Maths Online Tutor- Primary to GCSE. Specialising in all SEN areas! 
Currently looking for new students!
£35/hr
First class free
5.0(20 Reviews)
Tammy
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CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language: GCSE English, English SATs, Key Stage 1, Dyslexia

Highly Experienced, Passionate, Caring English and Maths Online Tutor- Primary to GCSE. Specialising in all SEN areas! Currently looking for new students!

With over 26 years of teaching experience from KS1 to GCSE. I specialise in all areas SEN, dyslexia being something I'm very passionate abo...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language: GCSE English, English SATs, Key Stage 1, Dyslexia

Highly Experienced, Passionate, Caring English and Maths Online Tutor- Primary to GCSE. Specialising in all SEN areas! Currently looking for new students!

With over 26 years of teaching experience from KS1 to GCSE. I specialise in all areas SEN, dyslexia being something I'm very passionate abo...
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I am a Level 7 Russel Group Graduate with a Masters in English, History, and Philosophy. And a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology.
£35/hr
Owen Glyn
Online
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

I am a Level 7 Russel Group Graduate with a Masters in English, History, and Philosophy. And a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology.

Specialist with working with neurodiversity, ADD, Autism, and students with varied learning differences. Qualified with University Mental H...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

I am a Level 7 Russel Group Graduate with a Masters in English, History, and Philosophy. And a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology.

Specialist with working with neurodiversity, ADD, Autism, and students with varied learning differences. Qualified with University Mental H...
I give engaging lessons tailored to your needs
£25/hr
Mona
Online
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

I give engaging lessons tailored to your needs

I will tailor lessons to your personal learning style, ensuring our sessions remain highly engaging, interactive, fun and perfectly focused...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

I give engaging lessons tailored to your needs

I will tailor lessons to your personal learning style, ensuring our sessions remain highly engaging, interactive, fun and perfectly focused...
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Colin’s GCSE on-line English Lang/Lit Tutoring Services
£20/hr
First class free
Colin
CountyGosport, Alverstoke, Brockhur...
SubjectEnglish Language: GCSE English

Colin’s GCSE on-line English Lang/Lit Tutoring Services

I have been teaching for over 40 years and have achieved success with children, adults and refugees. I tutor English as a foreign language...
CountyGosport, Alverstoke, Brockhur...
SubjectEnglish Language: GCSE English

Colin’s GCSE on-line English Lang/Lit Tutoring Services

I have been teaching for over 40 years and have achieved success with children, adults and refugees. I tutor English as a foreign language...
English language and literature GCSEs tutor
£18/hr
First class free
Rebecca Aparicio Vega
Online
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language: GCSE English

English language and literature GCSEs tutor

I am currently doing an undergaduate degree in English Literature at the University of Exeter. I have obtained an A in my english A-level....
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language: GCSE English

English language and literature GCSEs tutor

I am currently doing an undergaduate degree in English Literature at the University of Exeter. I have obtained an A in my english A-level....
Supportive English Tutor Available To Teach All Ages
£9/hr
First class free
Carmella
Online
CountyCowdenbeath
SubjectEnglish Language

Supportive English Tutor Available To Teach All Ages

I am a patient, supportive, and dedicated tutor with a background in Electronics and Artificial Intelligence research.
£60/hr
Nayarah Shabir Khan
Online
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

I am a patient, supportive, and dedicated tutor with a background in Electronics and Artificial Intelligence research.

I will teach in a simple, interactive, and student-friendly way by first understanding the student’s current level and learning style. I ex...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

I am a patient, supportive, and dedicated tutor with a background in Electronics and Artificial Intelligence research.

I will teach in a simple, interactive, and student-friendly way by first understanding the student’s current level and learning style. I ex...
I provide private tutoring tailored to suit your individual needs.
£25/hr
Erin Squirrell
Online
CountyLondon
SubjectEnglish Language

I provide private tutoring tailored to suit your individual needs.

My lessons will feature a fun and dynamic approach to learning, with targeted practice to help strengthen any knowledge gaps. Please contac...
CountyLondon
SubjectEnglish Language

I provide private tutoring tailored to suit your individual needs.

My lessons will feature a fun and dynamic approach to learning, with targeted practice to help strengthen any knowledge gaps. Please contac...
Experienced Maths, English and EFL tutor and student wellbeing coach with 20+ years in education, offering engaging online lessons
£40/hr
First class free
5.0(2 Reviews)
Abby
Verified TutorVerified TutorOnline
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

Experienced Maths, English and EFL tutor and student wellbeing coach with 20+ years in education, offering engaging online lessons

Highly experienced Maths, English and EFL tutor and student wellbeing coach with over 20 years in education, delivering personalised online...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

Experienced Maths, English and EFL tutor and student wellbeing coach with 20+ years in education, offering engaging online lessons

Highly experienced Maths, English and EFL tutor and student wellbeing coach with over 20 years in education, delivering personalised online...
An experienced  tutor in any art subjects and English language also.
£15/hr
Angel
Online
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

An experienced tutor in any art subjects and English language also.

I exercise patience while teaching. I research for ways to make teaching fun and interactive while ensuring knowledge is passed in the proc...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

An experienced tutor in any art subjects and English language also.

I exercise patience while teaching. I research for ways to make teaching fun and interactive while ensuring knowledge is passed in the proc...
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Helping foreigners to speak better easily understandable English
£35/hr
Susanna Fincham
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

Helping foreigners to speak better easily understandable English

I have a teaching qualification and background teaching high school biology, but now retired and noticing foreigners often struggle with th...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

Helping foreigners to speak better easily understandable English

I have a teaching qualification and background teaching high school biology, but now retired and noticing foreigners often struggle with th...
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I am a happy, bubbly person with lots of enthusiasm and positive energy. I am here to give students the best support in English.
£15/hr
Fatima
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

I am a happy, bubbly person with lots of enthusiasm and positive energy. I am here to give students the best support in English.

I am your private tutor and I am here to give you the 1:1 support in your school work, exam. Any stress you may be feeling I am here to hel...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

I am a happy, bubbly person with lots of enthusiasm and positive energy. I am here to give students the best support in English.

I am your private tutor and I am here to give you the 1:1 support in your school work, exam. Any stress you may be feeling I am here to hel...
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I have an extensive teaching record in Primary and High School settings . I offer English ,Maths and science to years 3-9. I love teaching and also specialise in SEND and home schooled children in the Plymouth area. Please contact me as I would love to he
£28/hr
5.0(5 Reviews)
Tina Roberts
Verified TutorVerified Tutor
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

I have an extensive teaching record in Primary and High School settings . I offer English ,Maths and science to years 3-9. I love teaching and also specialise in SEND and home schooled children in the Plymouth area. Please contact me as I would love to he

My lessons are bespoke and will identify gaps/weaknesses in their knowledge. I give fun, creative tasks and will build solid English/Maths/...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

I have an extensive teaching record in Primary and High School settings . I offer English ,Maths and science to years 3-9. I love teaching and also specialise in SEND and home schooled children in the Plymouth area. Please contact me as I would love to he

My lessons are bespoke and will identify gaps/weaknesses in their knowledge. I give fun, creative tasks and will build solid English/Maths/...
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Can I help you or your child enjoy learning and achieve success in English language or literature? All age groups and backgrounds
£40/hr
First class free
5.0(1 Reviews)
Robert
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CountyBexleyheath, Abbey Wood, Cold...
SubjectEnglish Language: GCSE English

Can I help you or your child enjoy learning and achieve success in English language or literature? All age groups and backgrounds

Once we have met to establish your needs (and feel like we are a good fit for one another) , we agree a schedule and outline plan for the n...
CountyBexleyheath, Abbey Wood, Cold...
SubjectEnglish Language: GCSE English

Can I help you or your child enjoy learning and achieve success in English language or literature? All age groups and backgrounds

Once we have met to establish your needs (and feel like we are a good fit for one another) , we agree a schedule and outline plan for the n...
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Passionate English tutor helping children and beginners improve English.
£10/hr
Jericha
Online
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

Passionate English tutor helping children and beginners improve English.

Experienced in teaching children with strong communication, lesson planning, classroom management, and English tutoring skills, plus comput...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

Passionate English tutor helping children and beginners improve English.

Experienced in teaching children with strong communication, lesson planning, classroom management, and English tutoring skills, plus comput...
Spanish tutor providing lessons to kids of all ages
£20/hr
First class free
Alejandra
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language: GCSE English, A Level English, A Level Spanish, GCSE Spanish

Spanish tutor providing lessons to kids of all ages

My first language is Spanish, therefore I speak it fluently as well as English.I have the GCSE is Spanish with a 9, as well as my Spanish A...
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language: GCSE English, A Level English, A Level Spanish, GCSE Spanish

Spanish tutor providing lessons to kids of all ages

My first language is Spanish, therefore I speak it fluently as well as English.I have the GCSE is Spanish with a 9, as well as my Spanish A...
Online Spanish tutors
£15/hr
First class free
Elena
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

Online Spanish tutors

I have a Master's degree in Linguistics and I have been working online for the past two years. Lessons are fun, interactive and meaningful.
CountyOnline lessons
SubjectEnglish Language

Online Spanish tutors

I have a Master's degree in Linguistics and I have been working online for the past two years. Lessons are fun, interactive and meaningful.

Frequently asked questions (FAQs)

📖 Why should I hire an English tutor if I’m a native speaker?

There are many reasons to hire an English tutor, even if you’re a native speaker. One of the most common reasons is to get help with passing secondary school exams such as GCSEs, A Levels, Highers, and Nationals.

In general, English tutors can be divided into English language tutors and English literature tutors. English language tutors help students improve their writing, speaking, and reading skills, while English literature tutors assist with studying the works of writers, poets, and playwrights.

You don't have to be a secondary school student to need an English tutor. You might want help developing your writing skills, particularly if you aspire to pursue journalism or become a writer. Alternatively, an English tutor could assist you with crafting articulate essays for university.

👩‍🏫​ How to choose the right English tutor?

To choose the ideal English tutor, consider factors such as experience, teaching methods, availability, price, and qualifications. It’s essential that you feel comfortable with the tutor to maximise your learning experience.

✍️​ What should I expect during English tuition?

Teaching methods vary depending on the English tutor. There is no single correct way to teach a class. If you’re curious about a tutor's teaching style, some offer the first lesson for free, allowing you to experience their approach before committing. On the FindTutors platform, you’ll see “First lesson free” highlighted in the tutor’s advert and profile if it is available. Generally, English classes on FindTutors last one hour, but the duration can be negotiated between the student and teacher.

👀 Where can I find private English classes near me?

You can search for an English tutor near me or find one that offers online lessons using a tutoring marketplace like FindTutors. Both online and in-person classes are excellent ways to improve your English; the method you choose depends on your preferences and availability.

💰How much do private English classes cost?

The cost of private English tuition varies greatly. It depends on factors such as the tutor’s experience and qualifications. Generally, more experienced and qualified English tutors charge more for their time. It can also depend on whether tuition is their full-time job or part-time and whether they teach in person. Prices can range from £6 to £25 an hour.

Private English language and literature classes

The Importance of English Literature and English Language

English literature and English language are integral to our education system, contributing significantly to our personal and professional development. Studying English literature allows us to explore the rich and diverse world of literary works, encompassing different genres, themes, and writing styles. This study enhances critical thinking and analytical skills, enabling us to interpret complex texts. Moreover, it exposes us to various cultures, societies, and perspectives, broadening our understanding of the world.

Having access to a qualified English tutor in these areas further enriches the learning experience, ensuring students receive the guidance necessary to excel.

When Should I or My Child Start Private English Lessons?

The timing depends on your goals. If you’re hiring an A Level English Literature tutor to help pass your A Levels, for example, you should start lessons in September at the beginning of the school year to ensure the tutor has enough time to cover all the necessary topics.

If your goal is more personal, such as improving your writing skills, there’s no specific time frame to achieve a certain level. You can start classes whenever it suits you!

6 Essential Tips for Studying English

Some people find English more challenging than others, which is why hiring a private English tutor can be beneficial. Here are six tips to help you make the most of your private English tuition:

  1. Avoid distractions: Concentration is key when studying subjects like English language and literature. Stay focused during your private English class, as this will help you learn faster.

  2. Write notes: Taking notes during your English classes helps reinforce important information and provides valuable revision material for exams.

  3. Get to know your tutor: Ensure you have a good rapport with your private English tutor. A positive relationship makes learning more enjoyable and less intimidating.

  4. Don’t be afraid of making mistakes: Fear of mistakes can hinder progress. Embrace errors as learning opportunities so your tutor can guide you towards the correct answers.

  5. Do the exercises: To fully grasp English literature or language, it’s important to actively engage with the material. Practise what you’ve learned in your private English classes.

  6. Repetition: Regular and frequent classes are essential for continued progress. A private English tutor will tailor lessons to suit your learning style and ensure consistent improvement.

About Private English Lessons

No matter how many tips you follow, they won’t be effective unless you fully engage in your private lessons with your English tutor.

Private English classes should be dynamic and tailored to your goals, whether you’re preparing for exams or aspiring to write a novel. Take advantage of the undivided attention from your tutor to address any doubts you may have.

Learn English Language and Literature in the UK

If you want to learn English from the best English language tutors in the UK, it's crucial to know how to evaluate their services. With the FindTutors platform, you can review each English tutor’s profile and read feedback from former students.

Identify the teaching method that works best for you. To learn English effectively, ask your tutor to try different teaching techniques until you find the one that suits your learning style.