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...
 £25/hr First class free Leslie Native French speaker. English and French tutor in Cameroon, offering online lessons to adults and children between 7-12 years.I usually teach based on the needs and levels of students. Interactive learning is encouraged to enable my students to learn while relating... Native French speaker. English and French tutor in Cameroon, offering online lessons to adults and children between 7-12 years.I usually teach based on the needs and levels of students. Interactive learning is encouraged to enable my students to learn while relating... |
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 £20/hr First class free Maryam I am happy to help you become confident in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.With over 15 years of experience teaching English to speakers of other languages, I specialize in customizing lessons to meet each learner'... I am happy to help you become confident in speaking, listening, reading, and writing.With over 15 years of experience teaching English to speakers of other languages, I specialize in customizing lessons to meet each learner'... |
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 £25/hr First class free Julie Planning a visit to the UK for business or pleasure? I offer classes to give you the confidence to talk to the localsI am an experienced English as a foreign language teacher having spent 7 years in Japan teaching adults and children 1to1 and in group sett... Planning a visit to the UK for business or pleasure? I offer classes to give you the confidence to talk to the localsI am an experienced English as a foreign language teacher having spent 7 years in Japan teaching adults and children 1to1 and in group sett... |
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 £9/hr First class free Bethany Am a lover of kids make your kids excited with me as their tutor in English LanguageAm a lover of kids excited your child with English tutoring,join my engaging and fun master class online to master English as a foreign Lan... Am a lover of kids make your kids excited with me as their tutor in English LanguageAm a lover of kids excited your child with English tutoring,join my engaging and fun master class online to master English as a foreign Lan... |
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 £20/hr Dario Native Italian, International Sales Leader, in love with Italian peculiarities, gesture, language, and culture.I do not deliver "same format" lessons. Tell me your Italian level, what you are looking for, what are your areas of interest, and I will c... Native Italian, International Sales Leader, in love with Italian peculiarities, gesture, language, and culture.I do not deliver "same format" lessons. Tell me your Italian level, what you are looking for, what are your areas of interest, and I will c... |
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 £9/hr First class free 5(1 Reviews)Mostafa Fathy Experienced Quran and Arabic tutor from Egypt | Native Arabic speakerAssalamu Alaikum! I'm Mostafa, I'm an experienced Arabic tutor with a passion for teaching and a deep understanding of the Arabic language.... Experienced Quran and Arabic tutor from Egypt | Native Arabic speakerAssalamu Alaikum! I'm Mostafa, I'm an experienced Arabic tutor with a passion for teaching and a deep understanding of the Arabic language.... |
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 £15/hr Anouk I give private lessons tailored to the individual needs of each studentI ask you what you would like to do during the lessons in general and what your goal is in learning French. I prepare in advance a lesson t... I give private lessons tailored to the individual needs of each studentI ask you what you would like to do during the lessons in general and what your goal is in learning French. I prepare in advance a lesson t... |
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 £35/hr First class free Jorge Learn Spanish in the relaxed way but being able to reach objectivesOnline conversations of 1-2 hours, focused on setting objectives together, tailored to individual levels.
I’ve been in the UK for 11 years... Learn Spanish in the relaxed way but being able to reach objectivesOnline conversations of 1-2 hours, focused on setting objectives together, tailored to individual levels.
I’ve been in the UK for 11 years... |
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 £20/hr Jan I give private lessons depending on your needsI'm working with children and adults for 5 years. I have experience in teaching people. I can teach by speaking and writing lessons dependi... I give private lessons depending on your needsI'm working with children and adults for 5 years. I have experience in teaching people. I can teach by speaking and writing lessons dependi... |
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 £9/hr First class free Narita Mae Ellar I am a computer science tutor and has a C2 proficiency in the English languageI am a Computer Science Tutor and has a C2 proficiency in the English language. As a highly qualified English as a Foreign Language tutor,... I am a computer science tutor and has a C2 proficiency in the English languageI am a Computer Science Tutor and has a C2 proficiency in the English language. As a highly qualified English as a Foreign Language tutor,... |
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 £9/hr First class free Kyemecey I am a native English speaker who has a passion for English literature and language. I am bubbly, patient and very encouragingUnlock your full potential with me as your teacher! I am Kyemecey, I am a bubbly, patient and encouraging native English speaker. I know it... I am a native English speaker who has a passion for English literature and language. I am bubbly, patient and very encouragingUnlock your full potential with me as your teacher! I am Kyemecey, I am a bubbly, patient and encouraging native English speaker. I know it... |
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 £25/hr Season Chui I am a native speaker for both Mandarin and Cantonese and aim to provide tailor made lesson to students for improvementLessons are fully personalised based on your interested area, topics and Chinese culture. We could explore the examples together to enhance... I am a native speaker for both Mandarin and Cantonese and aim to provide tailor made lesson to students for improvementLessons are fully personalised based on your interested area, topics and Chinese culture. We could explore the examples together to enhance... |
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 £15/hr First class free Jose I feel really good helping someone when it is about learning something new, specially a new language. Everyone is welcomeThe lesson will always be personalised and specially designed to make yourself feel confident. No everyone learns the same way so it is imp... I feel really good helping someone when it is about learning something new, specially a new language. Everyone is welcomeThe lesson will always be personalised and specially designed to make yourself feel confident. No everyone learns the same way so it is imp... |
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£15/hr Syed Anzal Abbas Jaffari I am fluent in english, pursuing my post grad at LSE. I help students to improve their academic writing and speaking skillsI several years of experience of writing academic articles and helping people improve their english language skills. I am an accomplished a... I am fluent in english, pursuing my post grad at LSE. I help students to improve their academic writing and speaking skillsI several years of experience of writing academic articles and helping people improve their english language skills. I am an accomplished a... |
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£15/hr Louise Hunt A dynamic tutor that can tailor the learning style to suit the learner through understanding and creating courses that engage.My style is relaxed an informative and ALOT of fun- I will provide fun engaging courses that will be tailored to the learner to maximise an... A dynamic tutor that can tailor the learning style to suit the learner through understanding and creating courses that engage.My style is relaxed an informative and ALOT of fun- I will provide fun engaging courses that will be tailored to the learner to maximise an... |
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 £9/hr First class free Amal Bouchahda French tutor offering lessons to all agesWith advanced studies in French from Tunisia’s elite institutions, including a double diploma in Language , I bring a strong academic backg... French tutor offering lessons to all agesWith advanced studies in French from Tunisia’s elite institutions, including a double diploma in Language , I bring a strong academic backg... |
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 £25/hr Elisabeta Would you like to improve your English? I can help you. I am an English graduate, with 3 years teaching experience.Online private lessons fully personalised for children and adults alike taught by an experienced teacher. By using the latest teaching meth... Would you like to improve your English? I can help you. I am an English graduate, with 3 years teaching experience.Online private lessons fully personalised for children and adults alike taught by an experienced teacher. By using the latest teaching meth... |
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£20/hr Marco sociable and patient person, always ready to collaborate with enthusiasm.I am a sociable and patient person, always ready to collaborate with enthusiasm. My collaborative nature allows me to thrive in team settin... sociable and patient person, always ready to collaborate with enthusiasm.I am a sociable and patient person, always ready to collaborate with enthusiasm. My collaborative nature allows me to thrive in team settin... |
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£20/hr Moumita Paul I am a private tutor offering classes tailored fot individual requirements.Each student is different, and I try to focus on matters that need more attention. Having analysed the student's specific needs, I make a... I am a private tutor offering classes tailored fot individual requirements.Each student is different, and I try to focus on matters that need more attention. Having analysed the student's specific needs, I make a... |
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 £20/hr First class free Sharon Non traditional approach but effective , at an affordable priceI offer an interactive way to teach the elegance of French and its complicated grammar but I help my tutee’s learn quickly and understand t... Non traditional approach but effective , at an affordable priceI offer an interactive way to teach the elegance of French and its complicated grammar but I help my tutee’s learn quickly and understand t... |
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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.