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...
 £20/hr First class free Kotaro I will help you to achieve your goalI have worked as a Japanese teacher in a Japanese language school. I have mainly taught lessons from JLPT N5 to N3 level and have produced... I will help you to achieve your goalI have worked as a Japanese teacher in a Japanese language school. I have mainly taught lessons from JLPT N5 to N3 level and have produced... |
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 £33/hr Pat Online or in-person lessons for all ages and abilities with experienced native tutorMy focus in teaching will always be your needs and goals and I encourage my students to take an active role in shaping their learning. I be... Online or in-person lessons for all ages and abilities with experienced native tutorMy focus in teaching will always be your needs and goals and I encourage my students to take an active role in shaping their learning. I be... |
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 £12/hr Sahar Outgoing bubbly personality Passion for education teaching EnglishI have 3 younger siblings who appreciate my help whenever I get the chance and I think it would be perfect to put the skills I have in Engl... Outgoing bubbly personality Passion for education teaching EnglishI have 3 younger siblings who appreciate my help whenever I get the chance and I think it would be perfect to put the skills I have in Engl... |
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 £18/hr Tania I provide English speaking lessons to every age in attempts to perfect pronounciation.English pronounciation is something i've been perfecting my whole life, so it would be helpful to hear about your struggles so i can tailor... I provide English speaking lessons to every age in attempts to perfect pronounciation.English pronounciation is something i've been perfecting my whole life, so it would be helpful to hear about your struggles so i can tailor... |
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 £30/hr Alara I would describe myself as professional and organized and considerate! My lessons are aimed at all ages and groups of students.I have previously taught advanced and upper-intermediate high school students online, via zoom meetings. I use apps such as notion to plan... I would describe myself as professional and organized and considerate! My lessons are aimed at all ages and groups of students.I have previously taught advanced and upper-intermediate high school students online, via zoom meetings. I use apps such as notion to plan... |
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 £23/hr Yan Patient, passion, creative, flexible Children to adult agesI enjoy teaching and full of passion. I love to interact with people and help them to build up confidence in new language.
I can tailor ma... Patient, passion, creative, flexible Children to adult agesI enjoy teaching and full of passion. I love to interact with people and help them to build up confidence in new language.
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 £30/hr Dayoung Expert Korean Tutor with Extensive Teaching Experience - Online and In-person (Dundee, St Andrews)I’m an experienced and qualified Korean language tutor with a passion for helping students of all levels master the Korean language. I hold... Expert Korean Tutor with Extensive Teaching Experience - Online and In-person (Dundee, St Andrews)I’m an experienced and qualified Korean language tutor with a passion for helping students of all levels master the Korean language. I hold... |
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 £20/hr Larissa I give tailored lessons to a student with any English language proficiency for General purpose or Professional needs (medical, IT)I first will find out my student goals and needs, listen to their wishes and create series of lessons to achieve these goals. I will consta... I give tailored lessons to a student with any English language proficiency for General purpose or Professional needs (medical, IT)I first will find out my student goals and needs, listen to their wishes and create series of lessons to achieve these goals. I will consta... |
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 £20/hr First class free Lucy Private tutoring for secondary school students (years 7-11)As a recent student myself, achieving top grades in GCSE and A level, I know how pupils think and learn, and additionally have learned the... Private tutoring for secondary school students (years 7-11)As a recent student myself, achieving top grades in GCSE and A level, I know how pupils think and learn, and additionally have learned the... |
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 £13/hr First class free Elizabeth I am a native Spanish speaker with international experience who is ready to help people build confidence and achieve their goals.I've instructed students ranging from 7 to 18 years old in Mathematics, English, and Science, emphasizing academic growth and preparation f... I am a native Spanish speaker with international experience who is ready to help people build confidence and achieve their goals.I've instructed students ranging from 7 to 18 years old in Mathematics, English, and Science, emphasizing academic growth and preparation f... |
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 £20/hr First class free 5(1 Reviews)Margot French native veterinarian to help you improve your conversationnal skillsAd a french 25 years old french native woman, i would love to help ypu improving your french skills ONLINE in a easy and gunny way.I also s... French native veterinarian to help you improve your conversationnal skillsAd a french 25 years old french native woman, i would love to help ypu improving your french skills ONLINE in a easy and gunny way.I also s... |
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 £15/hr Dominga I was born and raised in Italy and I speak fluent English. I have distinctive writing skills.I would take an academic approach at first because I think grammar and syntax is fundamental but I also would like to make it practical and... I was born and raised in Italy and I speak fluent English. I have distinctive writing skills.I would take an academic approach at first because I think grammar and syntax is fundamental but I also would like to make it practical and... |
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 £22/hr First class free Norma Foster Italian tutor - Classes for all ages and levelsLearn Italian quickly and beautifully - I´m a superb teacher and you´ll learn in a very short time. My classes are fun, interesting and re... Italian tutor - Classes for all ages and levelsLearn Italian quickly and beautifully - I´m a superb teacher and you´ll learn in a very short time. My classes are fun, interesting and re... |
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 £40/hr First class free Caitlin TEFL-qualified native English speaker teaching conversational or business EnglishI hold a Trinity CertTESOL qualification in teaching English as a foreign language. As an American expat who's lived and worked in London f... TEFL-qualified native English speaker teaching conversational or business EnglishI hold a Trinity CertTESOL qualification in teaching English as a foreign language. As an American expat who's lived and worked in London f... |
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 £15/hr Irfan Ahmad A patient, adaptable, and culturally aware, with a strong passion for making the Arabic language accessible and engaging.I will teach Arabic using a structured, immersive, and interactive approach that focuses on building a strong foundation while gradually ad... A patient, adaptable, and culturally aware, with a strong passion for making the Arabic language accessible and engaging.I will teach Arabic using a structured, immersive, and interactive approach that focuses on building a strong foundation while gradually ad... |
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 £45/hr First class free 5(1 Reviews)Corinne 30 years experience French Tutor teaches all levelsMy aim as a French tutor is to teach in a relaxed and friendly way, using an array of materials to further the learning experience. I belie... 30 years experience French Tutor teaches all levelsMy aim as a French tutor is to teach in a relaxed and friendly way, using an array of materials to further the learning experience. I belie... |
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£10/hr Sara You Want to learn Arabic easily and learn how to read and speak smoothly? I’m here for youI’m a native Arabic speaker (egyptian) .. plus my first language I learned tagweed of quran for 15 years and it strengthened my Arabic (fus... You Want to learn Arabic easily and learn how to read and speak smoothly? I’m here for youI’m a native Arabic speaker (egyptian) .. plus my first language I learned tagweed of quran for 15 years and it strengthened my Arabic (fus... |
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£10/hr Sara Would you want to learn arabic easily ? Lets do it with some funI’m a private Arabic tutor with experience in one to one tutoring.. passionate to teach other our rich language easily by a so funny way Would you want to learn arabic easily ? Lets do it with some funI’m a private Arabic tutor with experience in one to one tutoring.. passionate to teach other our rich language easily by a so funny way |
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 £12/hr First class free Jemma Happy to help teaching children in preparation for their exams!I can teach a number of subjects; anywhere between English Language (GCSE and A level), Biology (GCSE and A level), Criminology (A level),... Happy to help teaching children in preparation for their exams!I can teach a number of subjects; anywhere between English Language (GCSE and A level), Biology (GCSE and A level), Criminology (A level),... |
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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.