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
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£9/hr First class free Yun Experienced Mandarin Chinese Tutor to all ages and levelsI have a PGCE in modern foreign language and a Master in Education. I have been teaching Mandarin Chinese since 2009 across a wide range of... Experienced Mandarin Chinese Tutor to all ages and levelsI have a PGCE in modern foreign language and a Master in Education. I have been teaching Mandarin Chinese since 2009 across a wide range of... |
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£30/hr Mariana Talini I'm friendly, energetic, proactive and I love interacting with people and making a positive impact though my work.I believe people better absorb the knowledge when the learning material is presented in a method that they can engage. I would love helping... I'm friendly, energetic, proactive and I love interacting with people and making a positive impact though my work.I believe people better absorb the knowledge when the learning material is presented in a method that they can engage. I would love helping... |
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 £18/hr First class free 5(3 Reviews)Caroline Dynamic, proactive and always ready to help tutor. My lessons are aimed to all ages, tailoring the lessons to the student needs.Are you looking for a one - to - one tuition or group tailored to the students' needs? Look no further!
My lessons are all tailored to your... Dynamic, proactive and always ready to help tutor. My lessons are aimed to all ages, tailoring the lessons to the student needs.Are you looking for a one - to - one tuition or group tailored to the students' needs? Look no further!
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 £20/hr Sabrina I am a mother tongue, DITALS qualified teacher with experience teaching children from 6 yeat old and adultsI have experience teaching immigrant children aged 6 to 14 and adults. My lessons are tailored to the student needs and include grammar, re... I am a mother tongue, DITALS qualified teacher with experience teaching children from 6 yeat old and adultsI have experience teaching immigrant children aged 6 to 14 and adults. My lessons are tailored to the student needs and include grammar, re... |
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 £16/hr First class free José I am quite down to earth person who understands people and their needs and adapts mentoring approach to the individual.I do daily chill no stress lessons done right where I care that you learn and how you can learn better and be meaningful to you I am quite down to earth person who understands people and their needs and adapts mentoring approach to the individual.I do daily chill no stress lessons done right where I care that you learn and how you can learn better and be meaningful to you |
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 £25/hr First class free Dom Chinese tutor providing lessons to beginners and improversI have a First-Class Honours in Chinese and History from SOAS. I have also completed further study in advanced traditional Chinese in Taiwa... Chinese tutor providing lessons to beginners and improversI have a First-Class Honours in Chinese and History from SOAS. I have also completed further study in advanced traditional Chinese in Taiwa... |
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£19/hr Shin I give lesson to students who needs to improve on their speaking aspect of the english languageMy approach to teaching English with an emphasis on speaking involves creating an interactive and supportive environment where students fee... I give lesson to students who needs to improve on their speaking aspect of the english languageMy approach to teaching English with an emphasis on speaking involves creating an interactive and supportive environment where students fee... |
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 £15/hr First class free John I give private and group lessons tailored to students' interests and things that will challenge their way of thinking.Teaching is a passion of mine. I love to impart knowledge onto the minds of all of my students and help them grow into the people we're all... I give private and group lessons tailored to students' interests and things that will challenge their way of thinking.Teaching is a passion of mine. I love to impart knowledge onto the minds of all of my students and help them grow into the people we're all... |
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 £20/hr Keyla Português fácil, prático e sem mistérios para nunca mais esquecer. É assim que gosto de aprender e ensinar. Vamos lá?Gosto de compartilhar meus conhecimentos de maneira didática e prática. Sou brasileira, moro em São Paulo e amo falar sobre viagens, curios... Português fácil, prático e sem mistérios para nunca mais esquecer. É assim que gosto de aprender e ensinar. Vamos lá?Gosto de compartilhar meus conhecimentos de maneira didática e prática. Sou brasileira, moro em São Paulo e amo falar sobre viagens, curios... |
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£15/hr Norhan As a German teacher, I would describe myself as an enthusiastic and patient instructor.Ability to adapt language complexity based on the student’s level . Good Listener.
3 Years of Teaching at Deutsche Schule. Experience teach... As a German teacher, I would describe myself as an enthusiastic and patient instructor.Ability to adapt language complexity based on the student’s level . Good Listener.
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 £13/hr First class free Marwa Cherif I give arabic lessons for any level in any timeI give Arabic Lessons for Any Level,at Any Time Unlock the beauty of the Arabic languagewith personalised lessons designed for all proficie... I give arabic lessons for any level in any timeI give Arabic Lessons for Any Level,at Any Time Unlock the beauty of the Arabic languagewith personalised lessons designed for all proficie... |
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 £10/hr Luis Antonio i give private spanish lessons for adult peoplei am a native spanish speaker, i am from Ecuador, and i am willing to start teaching spanish which is one of the most important languages i... i give private spanish lessons for adult peoplei am a native spanish speaker, i am from Ecuador, and i am willing to start teaching spanish which is one of the most important languages i... |
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 £25/hr Bernadette Hi, I'm Bernie (Australian), I have years of experience teaching English to Italians.Hi, I'm Bernie (Australian), I have years of experience teaching English to Italians. I live in Monza. Happy to teach to all ages and level... Hi, I'm Bernie (Australian), I have years of experience teaching English to Italians.Hi, I'm Bernie (Australian), I have years of experience teaching English to Italians. I live in Monza. Happy to teach to all ages and level... |
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 £15/hr First class free 5(2 Reviews)Sophie Ann Native English teacher with 6 years experienceI am a native English speaker with more than 6 years experience teaching English to foreign students in academies, in schools and online. I... Native English teacher with 6 years experienceI am a native English speaker with more than 6 years experience teaching English to foreign students in academies, in schools and online. I... |
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 £18/hr First class free Alessia Italian tutor for students of all levelsCiao! As a native Italian speaker with a passion for sharing the richness of Italian language and culture, I’m based in London, bringing ye... Italian tutor for students of all levelsCiao! As a native Italian speaker with a passion for sharing the richness of Italian language and culture, I’m based in London, bringing ye... |
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 £10/hr First class free Lily I have 6 years English teaching experience. My students' ages range from 8 to 50 years old.I am a language teacher at a vocational higher school, my teaching methods include one-to-one, one-to-many, small class of online teaching... I have 6 years English teaching experience. My students' ages range from 8 to 50 years old.I am a language teacher at a vocational higher school, my teaching methods include one-to-one, one-to-many, small class of online teaching... |
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 £30/hr Joseph Girlando Online Italian tutor, native speaker for all ages and levelsItalian Tutor – Native Speaker for All Ages and LevelsDiscover the beauty of Italian with Joseph Girlando, an experienced native tutor. Off... Italian tutor, native speaker for all ages and levelsItalian Tutor – Native Speaker for All Ages and LevelsDiscover the beauty of Italian with Joseph Girlando, an experienced native tutor. Off... |
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£20/hr Dominic Knight Individuals seeking to acquire proficiency in English, as well as those aiming to initiate the study of a second language or enhanI would begin with the basics to ensure they understand those, then proceed to practical situations, like going to the supermarket and aski... Individuals seeking to acquire proficiency in English, as well as those aiming to initiate the study of a second language or enhanI would begin with the basics to ensure they understand those, then proceed to practical situations, like going to the supermarket and aski... |
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 £20/hr Corinne Would you like to learn in a new effective way?I love teaching and that’s a reason I offer private lessons.Tell me what you are looking for : a beginner’s course or refresh course for yo... Would you like to learn in a new effective way?I love teaching and that’s a reason I offer private lessons.Tell me what you are looking for : a beginner’s course or refresh course for yo... |
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 £25/hr First class free Paul I offer conversation classes or GCSE level lessons.I like to use text books for lessons with reading and writing exercises but also practical lessons involving conversation exercises and act... I offer conversation classes or GCSE level lessons.I like to use text books for lessons with reading and writing exercises but also practical lessons involving conversation exercises and act... |
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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.