These days, learning a language is just as crucial as, if not more so than, having a degree or work experience. Speaking multiple languages makes travelling and job searching much easier. The benefit of learning a language with a private language teacher is that you can go at your own speed and receive guidance from a native speaker.
Language Lessons and Tutors
Find private language tutoring near you or online: English, Spanish, French...
 £12/hr First class free Jamaldeen Certified ESL tutor with 3 years experience. I create a friendly learning classrooms for my students to learn English with easeI'm a certified high school teacher holding a bachelor's degree in education and a TEFL/TESOL certificate enabling me to teach English to a... Certified ESL tutor with 3 years experience. I create a friendly learning classrooms for my students to learn English with easeI'm a certified high school teacher holding a bachelor's degree in education and a TEFL/TESOL certificate enabling me to teach English to a... |
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 £18/hr First class free Fahim Experienced english teacher helping all student succeed. A Masters in teaching both primary and secondary. Native English SpeakerStrengths:Tailors lessons to student needsStrong communication skills Supportive and engagingExperienced and well-educatedWeaknesses:Perfec... Experienced english teacher helping all student succeed. A Masters in teaching both primary and secondary. Native English SpeakerStrengths:Tailors lessons to student needsStrong communication skills Supportive and engagingExperienced and well-educatedWeaknesses:Perfec... |
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 £9/hr First class free Valentina Spanish tutor providing lessons to children and students of all ages*SPANISH TUTORING FOR CHILDREN AND STUDENTS OF ALL AGES* Join me for engaging and personalized lessons tailored to students of any level; a... Spanish tutor providing lessons to children and students of all ages*SPANISH TUTORING FOR CHILDREN AND STUDENTS OF ALL AGES* Join me for engaging and personalized lessons tailored to students of any level; a... |
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 £9/hr Maria Júlia Godoy I am an experienced private tutor passionate about helping students reach their goals in a personalized and engaging way. I striveMy approach focuses on practical, interactive lessons, including games, conversation, and practice. I strive to teach using exercises but a... I am an experienced private tutor passionate about helping students reach their goals in a personalized and engaging way. I striveMy approach focuses on practical, interactive lessons, including games, conversation, and practice. I strive to teach using exercises but a... |
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 £15/hr Madjda Happy to help begginers, I have eight years experience in teaching students aged 10-14) .I enjoy teaching, my lessons are customized and engaging. Weather you are looking for a tutor for yourself or for your child, I have the r... Happy to help begginers, I have eight years experience in teaching students aged 10-14) .I enjoy teaching, my lessons are customized and engaging. Weather you are looking for a tutor for yourself or for your child, I have the r... |
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 £17/hr First class free Maria Andrea Mestre I am a native Spanish teacher and I have taught English and Spanish for 20 years I love my student feel motivated with my classesI am a Native Spanish teacher. Join me for engaging private lessons. I am passionate about inspiring and motivating my students to use thei... I am a native Spanish teacher and I have taught English and Spanish for 20 years I love my student feel motivated with my classesI am a Native Spanish teacher. Join me for engaging private lessons. I am passionate about inspiring and motivating my students to use thei... |
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 First class free Dr Abdul Rashid I am post doctoral fellow at the universty of Reading UK, I can teach well English literatureI am post doctoral fellow at the universty of Reading UK, I can teach well English literature |
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 £20/hr Emerald Would you like to learn some Chinese? I am now an undergraduate student studying in UK from China.I will teach using the textbooks used by native speakers, which can help you learn Chinese in the best way and use it well as if you were a... Would you like to learn some Chinese? I am now an undergraduate student studying in UK from China.I will teach using the textbooks used by native speakers, which can help you learn Chinese in the best way and use it well as if you were a... |
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 £20/hr Andra Ilinca am a passionate and adaptable TEFL-certified teacher with a strong enthusiasm for helping non-native English speakers develop theI will use a communicative and student-centered approach to teaching. My lessons will focus on practical language use, encouraging students... am a passionate and adaptable TEFL-certified teacher with a strong enthusiasm for helping non-native English speakers develop theI will use a communicative and student-centered approach to teaching. My lessons will focus on practical language use, encouraging students... |
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 £20/hr Dr Lobaba Omer I am a passionate tutor, focused on IELTS and OET with a special interest in speakingI have helped countless colleagues achieve the scores they need and improve their overall level, I am a dedicated doctor with a passion for... I am a passionate tutor, focused on IELTS and OET with a special interest in speakingI have helped countless colleagues achieve the scores they need and improve their overall level, I am a dedicated doctor with a passion for... |
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 £15/hr Alessia Italian speaking, student in the UK, happy to tutor in Italian language at any level requiredTeaching is my future aspiration, while I continue with my studies I would love to share my Italian knowledge as it is my first language. I... Italian speaking, student in the UK, happy to tutor in Italian language at any level requiredTeaching is my future aspiration, while I continue with my studies I would love to share my Italian knowledge as it is my first language. I... |
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 £20/hr 5(1 Reviews)Cindy Master the French language with a Native and qualified Teacher!Bonjour! I am Cindy from C Français . My goal is for my students to achieve their targeted French level in a simple, fun and easy way! I am... Master the French language with a Native and qualified Teacher!Bonjour! I am Cindy from C Français . My goal is for my students to achieve their targeted French level in a simple, fun and easy way! I am... |
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 £40/hr First class free Myriam Headline: Experienced French Tutor – Tailored Lessons for All LevelsLooking to improve your French? Whether you're preparing for exams, brushing up on your conversational skills, or starting as a complete be... Headline: Experienced French Tutor – Tailored Lessons for All LevelsLooking to improve your French? Whether you're preparing for exams, brushing up on your conversational skills, or starting as a complete be... |
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 £25/hr First class free 5(9 Reviews)Donna English as a Second Language Private Teacher, Online Tutor 1-2-1 classes, IELTS FCE CAE CPE AptisHi, my name is Donna and I am a CELTA qualified native English teacher with nearly 25 years teaching experience in schools in the UK and a... English as a Second Language Private Teacher, Online Tutor 1-2-1 classes, IELTS FCE CAE CPE AptisHi, my name is Donna and I am a CELTA qualified native English teacher with nearly 25 years teaching experience in schools in the UK and a... |
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 £25/hr First class free Teressa Experienced tutor providing french lessons to students of all ages. Can help in gaining confidence in the language and exam prepOutstanding French tuition by Teressa Televantou, an experienced tutor aiming at nurturing students of all ages. By being already 2 years i... Experienced tutor providing french lessons to students of all ages. Can help in gaining confidence in the language and exam prepOutstanding French tuition by Teressa Televantou, an experienced tutor aiming at nurturing students of all ages. By being already 2 years i... |
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 £15/hr First class free Bakhtawar English tutor providing lessons to people of all ages!I love engaging with people, specifically teaching them new things. I believe teaching is vital aspect for everyone as it provides the basi... English tutor providing lessons to people of all ages!I love engaging with people, specifically teaching them new things. I believe teaching is vital aspect for everyone as it provides the basi... |
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 £15/hr Yuzuki Native Japanese tutor. Dedicated tutor with extensive experience supporting students of diverse ages, needs, and learning goals.I am a private tutor with 4+years teaching experience and expertise in one to one lesson. I will help you learning Japanese language and cu... Native Japanese tutor. Dedicated tutor with extensive experience supporting students of diverse ages, needs, and learning goals.I am a private tutor with 4+years teaching experience and expertise in one to one lesson. I will help you learning Japanese language and cu... |
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 £18/hr First class free Enoch I am New Zealand based certified English tutor with the TEFL certificateI am New Zealand based certified English tutor with the TEFL certificate |
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 £28/hr First class free Barbara Want to improve your English? Get on better at work or with neighbours and friends?I can help you! Whether you're just starting out or already have a good grasp of English, I can help you progress. I hold the TESOL langu... Want to improve your English? Get on better at work or with neighbours and friends?I can help you! Whether you're just starting out or already have a good grasp of English, I can help you progress. I hold the TESOL langu... |
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 £14/hr Adnan Adaptable problem-solver delivering support and positive outcomes.Personalised guidance designed to meet your needs, delivered by an adaptable and skilled professional with a passion for problem-solving. H... Adaptable problem-solver delivering support and positive outcomes.Personalised guidance designed to meet your needs, delivered by an adaptable and skilled professional with a passion for problem-solving. H... |
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Frequently asked questions (FAQs) about Language Tutoring
🗣️ Why should you start language lessons?
💭 What types of language lessons are there on FindTutors?
On this page you will find private tutors for lots of different language lessons: English language tutor near you, French tutors, Spanish lessons... Tutors for European languages, including English, are not the only languages you can find on FindTutors. We offer tutors in other languages, such as Arabic, Japanese, and Korean. Furthermore, you can decide if you would prefer to take your language classes near you or online.
👨🏫 How can I choose a language tutor?
Comparing the profiles of private tutors is essential when finding private language tutoring. Do you prefer conversation classes with native tutors? Do you want to take intense language courses to boost your exam scores? Or are you interested in learning languages near you or online? In short, knowing what you want will help you find tutors and compare their profiles. Finding language tutoring is much easier when you know how to filter your search!
💻 Can I take online language classes?
At FindTutors, two of the three language tutors provide both private language tutoring near you and online. Online language classes have the benefit of allowing you to communicate with native speakers worldwide.
💰 How much does a language tutor charge?
The price of language tutoring varies widely. In many cases, the price is determined by the demand and the number of tutors. The less language tutors there are, the higher the price. The experience level of the language tutor may also affect the cost.
The following list of our most popular languages, together with their standard pricing, should give you a general sense of how much a language class might cost:
Prices of language lessons:
- Private English lessons: £16/hr
- Private French lessons: £20/hr
- Private Italian lessons: £18/hr
- Private Spanish lessons: £19/hr
- Private German lessons: £21/hr
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Tips for learning a new language
These tips can assist you in achieving any objective, be it passing your GCSE in Spanish, finding an English language tutor near you to improve your conversational skills, or enrolling in Italian classes so you can travel.
- Make time for your private language teacher: If you take language classes online, this will improve your concentration, and setting out a certain time will help you create a study schedule.
- Listen to music or watch television shows in the language you want to learn: These activities are excellent for language acquisition. It helps in vocabulary expansion and pronunciation, particularly in harder-to-pronounce languages like French and German.
Read in your target language: You can begin reading books you have already read in another language if you are starting from scratch. Children's books are a fantastic place to start because they have the easiest vocabulary and may be used to supplement online language education. - Language apps: There are many apps, websites and materials on the Internet to help you reinforce when you have learnt.
- Language exchanges: Do language exchanges and get your doubts answered by private teachers. This way you can practise languages, meet people and learn about other countries. You can learn to speak languages on the Internet, without having to leave home!
What languages are the most widely spoken?
The earth is home to between 3,000 and 7,000 different languages. This is an estimate, as some languages are very similar and others have disappeared. In 2022, these languages were the most widely spoken in the globe, according to Statista:
- English: 1,500 million speakers
- Chinese Mandarin: 1,100 million speakers.
- Hindi: 602.2 million speakers
- Spanish: 548.3 million speakers
- French: 274.1 million speakers
- Arabic: 274 million speakers
Would you like to become proficient in one of the most extensively spoken languages? We provide private language tutoring in English, Chinese, Hindi, Spanish, French, and Arabic on FindTutors. With FindTutors, you can find a private language tutor for any language you choose to learn.
How much time does learning a new language take?
You must interact with the new language as much as possible if you want to pick it up rapidly. Watch TV shows and movies with Spanish subtitles, for instance, to get practice hearing the language you are learning with your private teacher. If you don't already have one, you can find online tutors and compare profiles on FindTutors to accelerate your language learning.
In conclusion, the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages states that learning a new language typically takes five to six months. Every level is covered by this reference, so moving from level A1 to level A2 takes five months, moving from level A2 to level B1 takes five more months, and so on.
Along with the language's closeness to your native tongue, another factor is how frequently you take language classes. Learning Italian will be quite easy for a native Spanish speaker, but learning Korean, for example, will be more difficult.
Where can I take language classes?
You have the option of finding a tutor to visit your home, attend to a language school, or select an online tutor. In any case, the different ways of learning a new language all have the same objective. Find out where to take language classes:
- Language schools: The best option for those who want to learn a new language in terms of learning levels and time. Language schools also offer classes to help prepare for official language exams.
- Private language lessons: A great alternative for people who prefer to learn a foreign language in a personalised way. Private language tuition is scheduled based on your requirements and speed.
- Language exchanges: An additional alternative for the more brave is to participate in a language exchange. It is the best way to immerse yourself in the culture and also to learn a new language with local speakers.
How to find a language tutor online
You must adhere to a few fundamental procedures whether you're trying to find language tutors to help you learn languages near you or online. If you're looking for an online tutor, there are a lot of advertisements on the Internet, but it's not always simple to find the best fit. Keep these three things in mind:
- Filter the tutors according to your preferences. If you know your language level, on the FindTutors portal you can use this filter to facilitate the search for private language teachers. Filter also by the language you want to learn, the city and the method: online or in person.
- Contact more than one tutor. You can contact several tutors for free. This will assist you in selecting the best language tutor for your needs. Ask detailed questions about the online tutor's availability, methodology of instruction, available materials, and anything else you need to know.
- Ask for a free trial lesson. Finally, you can almost start your language lessons. Once you've decided on the ideal tutor, request a free trial lesson to see how they approach teaching languages.