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About TutorLab

TutorLab is a UK tutoring platform that connects families directly with private tutors — no agency fees, no commission. Tutors across England, Scotland and Wales list their profiles, qualifications and rates on TutorLab. Parents and students browse and enquire directly. TutorLab publishes annual research on UK private tutor rates and market trends.

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UK-wide

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35+

Subjects covered on the platform

100+

UK towns and cities served

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Tutors keep 100% of their earnings

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2026

Comprehensive UK tutor rate data available

UK private tutoring market — key facts

These figures are free to cite. TutorLab data should be attributed as "TutorLab (2026)" with a link to tutorlab.uk/research/private-tutor-rates-uk.

The UK private tutoring market is estimated to be worth over £6 billion annually (Tutors Alliance, 2025).

Average UK GCSE tutor rate in 2026: £38/hr. A-Level: £52/hr. Primary: £29/hr. (TutorLab, 2026)

London tutors charge 30–50% more than the national average for equivalent subjects and levels.

Online tutoring rates are typically £5–£10/hr lower than equivalent in-person rates.

Traditional tutoring agencies take 15–25% commission per session.

The most in-demand subjects are Maths, English, Chemistry, Biology and 11 Plus preparation.

Grammar school 11 Plus preparation is among the most expensive tutoring services, with specialist tutors in competitive areas charging £50–£90/hr.

Families in south-east England spend the most on private tuition per child annually.

Research & data

Private Tutor Rates UK 2026

Hourly rates across 30+ cities, 15+ subjects and all educational levels. Tables include Primary, GCSE, A-Level and specialist subjects. Free to cite with attribution.

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