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English tutors in the UK
TutorLab connects students with English tutors across the UK for GCSE English Language, GCSE English Literature, A-Level English and primary English. Whether your child needs help with creative writing, poetry analysis, essay technique or reading comprehension, a specialist English tutor can help. From £28/hr, browse profiles and enquire directly, no agency fees.
Browse 257 English tutors available across the UK, online and in-person. Compare rates and enquire directly, no agency fees, no commission.
Cost
How much does a English tutor cost in the UK?
English tutors in the UK on TutorLab list rates from £20 to £30 per hour, across 257 verified tutors. You pay the tutor's own rate directly with no agency commission, so the price you see is the price you pay.
What affects the price
- Level: A-Level and exam-specialist tuition costs more than primary or KS3.
- Tutor experience: subject specialists and ex-examiners charge more.
- Format: online sessions are usually a little cheaper than in person.
- Frequency: some tutors offer a lower rate for regular weekly blocks.
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Andra Daschevici
Hello! I’m Andra, a dedicated and passionate mathematics tutor with over a decade of experience helping secondary students unlock their full potential, build confidence, and ace their exams.
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MathsPrimary MathsGCSEIGCSE
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Kaycey Chetty
Online English Tutor
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EnglishBeginner to Advanced
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Syed Nangyal
Expert Online Tutor | English, IELTS & Academic Subjects | Concept-Based Learning for Real Results
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EnglishGCSEIGCSE
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Jessica Goddard
One-to-one English tuition in UK
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EnglishGCSEA-Level
£30–£55/hrAvailable
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Hamdah Habib
Maths & English Tutor - student at IBA Karachi
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MathsEnglishPrimarysecondary
£20–£50/hrAvailable
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Adan
5 years experience
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Primary MathsPrimary ScienceBegginers to class 8
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Veronique Fox
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MathsEnglishKS113+
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Cambridge Academic Tuition
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EnglishCommon EntranceGCSEA-Level
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Sparkling Minds
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MathsEnglishGCSE
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Swindon Tutors
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MathsEnglishSATsGCSE
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Leading Tuition
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MathsFurther MathsSATsGCSE
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Uber Tutors
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MathsEnglishSATsGCSE
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About English tuition
English tutoring covers everything from reading comprehension and creative writing at primary level through to essay technique and literary analysis at GCSE and A-Level. It is the second most popular subject for private tuition in the UK.
English marks depend heavily on exam technique, understanding what examiners want is half the battle, and a tutor who knows the specification can fast-track that understanding.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a GCSE English tutor cost?
GCSE English tutors in the UK typically charge £28–£45/hour. Tutors specialising in both Language and Literature often charge £35–£50/hour.
What is the difference between English Language and English Literature tutoring?
English Language tutoring focuses on writing skills, reading comprehension, and analysis of non-fiction texts. English Literature tutoring covers set texts (novels, plays, poetry) and essay technique. Most GCSE students need support in both.
Can a tutor help improve creative writing?
Yes. English tutors can provide structured feedback on creative writing, helping students develop narrative voice, structure, and descriptive techniques for Paper 1 GCSE English Language.
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