Common Entrance tutoring prepares students aged 11–13 for the entrance examinations used by independent and private secondary schools in the UK. The CE exams are set by ISEB (Independent Schools Examinations Board) and cover English, Maths, Science, History, Geography, French and other subjects at CE 11+ or CE 13+ level.
Common Entrance is a different beast from state school tests, it uses its own syllabus, specific question formats and is often used by highly selective schools where the pass mark can be 65–75%. Without a tutor who knows the CE syllabus specifically, students often prepare for the wrong content.
Edinburgh families seek tutors for both the Scottish curriculum (National 5, Higher) and for preparation for independent school entrance exams.
Every Common Entrance tutor listed for Edinburgh sets their own rates and availability, so families across Scotland can compare verified profiles side by side rather than going through an agency. Whether you need weekly in-person sessions or flexible online lessons, you can message a Common Entrance tutor directly and arrange a first lesson on your own terms.