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Private tutors in Hull: grammar schools, costs and how to find one (2026)
Hull's tuition market is shaped by East Riding grammar schools, University of Hull postgrad supply and growing educational aspiration in the city.
Harry Wright, founder, TutorLab
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Hull (Kingston upon Hull) has a growing private tuition market shaped by its grammar school system — one of the few in the East Riding — and strong educational ambition across the city. The University of Hull provides a steady supply of postgraduate tutors, while competition for Hull Grammar School and Wilberforce College drives year-round preparation demand.
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What drives tuition demand in Hull
- East Riding grammar schools. Hull sits within the East Riding of Yorkshire, which operates a grammar school system. Hull Grammar School and South Holderness Sixth Form College are among the selective destinations that attract 11 Plus preparation demand from across the Hull area.
- University of Hull supply. The University of Hull provides postgraduate tutors in Sciences, Law, Business, History and Education. The university's Wilberforce Institute for the study of Slavery and Emancipation makes History tutors particularly available and well-qualified.
- Post-industrial economic aspiration. Hull's economic development trajectory — including major investment in renewable energy (Siemens Gamesa) and the port sector — has created growing parental investment in education as a route to economic mobility.
- GCSE and A-Level core demand. Hull's secondary school population generates consistent demand for Maths, English and Science tutors.
Most in-demand subjects in Hull
- Maths — primary through A-Level, highest demand
- English — GCSE Language and Literature
- Sciences — Biology, Chemistry, Physics at GCSE
- 11 Plus preparation — for East Riding grammar schools
- History — notable demand given University of Hull's strong History department
How much do private tutors in Hull charge?
- Primary tutors: £18–£30 per hour
- GCSE tutors: £22–£38 per hour
- A-Level tutors: £28–£48 per hour
Hull rates are among the most affordable for a major UK city, reflecting the economic context and local market conditions.
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Frequently asked questions
- Are there grammar schools in Hull?
- Hull sits within the East Riding of Yorkshire, which operates a grammar school system. Hull Grammar School and other East Riding selective schools attract 11 Plus preparation demand from across the Hull area.
- How much do tutors in Hull charge?
- Hull has some of the most affordable tutor rates in England: £18–£30 per hour for primary, £22–£38 for GCSE, and £28–£48 for A-Level.
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