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Private tutors in Colchester: CRGSS, grammar schools and costs (2026)
Colchester's tuition market is driven by two of England's most competitive grammars, Colchester Royal Grammar School and Colchester County High, plus military family demand from Colchester Garrison.
Harry Wright, founder, TutorLab
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Colchester is one of Essex's most active tutoring markets, shaped by two of England's most oversubscribed grammar schools — Colchester Royal Grammar School and Colchester County High School for Girls — a military and professional workforce, and the University of Essex's strong postgraduate tutor supply.
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What drives tuition demand in Colchester
- Colchester Royal Grammar School and Colchester County High. Both schools are highly selective and among the most competitive state grammars in the country. CRGSS is a superselective school drawing from across North Essex and beyond. 11 Plus preparation demand is intense — most families who can afford private tuition engage a specialist from Year 4 or 5.
- Essex grammar school system. Essex operates a partial grammar school system with selective schools across the county. Colchester acts as a hub for families across North Essex targeting grammar school entry.
- Military families at Colchester Garrison. Colchester hosts one of the UK's largest military garrisons. Service families value educational stability and continuity — demand for tutors who can support students through transitions is above average.
- University of Essex supply. Essex provides postgraduate tutors particularly strong in Politics, Economics, Sociology and Computer Science — reflecting the university's research strengths.
Most in-demand subjects in Colchester
- 11 Plus preparation — for CRGSS and Colchester County High; extremely high demand
- Maths — most popular by volume at all levels
- Sciences — Biology, Chemistry, Physics
- English — GCSE Language and Literature
- Economics and Social Science — reflecting University of Essex specialism
How much do private tutors in Colchester charge?
- Primary tutors: £24–£38 per hour
- GCSE tutors: £30–£48 per hour
- A-Level tutors: £38–£60 per hour
- CRGSS / Colchester County High 11 Plus specialists: £42–£68 per hour
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Frequently asked questions
- How competitive is 11 Plus for Colchester Royal Grammar School?
- CRGSS is a superselective grammar school with very high demand — it draws applications from across North Essex and beyond. Most families engaging a specialist tutor begin preparation in Year 4. The school uses its own entrance assessment assessing Maths, English and verbal reasoning.
- How much do tutors in Colchester charge?
- Primary tutors charge £24–£38 per hour, GCSE tutors £30–£48, and A-Level tutors £38–£60. CRGSS and Colchester County High 11 Plus specialists often charge £42–£68 per hour, reflecting the high stakes and specialist preparation required.
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