Primary school tutors in the UK
Find experienced primary school tutors for KS1 and KS2. Maths, English, reading, SATs preparation and 11 Plus. Browse profiles, compare rates and contact tutors directly.
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£25–45
avg. hourly rate
Year 1–6
all year groups
Online
& in-person
Featured primary tutors
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What primary tutors can help with
Primary Maths
Times tables, number work, fractions, problem-solving, SATs maths
English & Reading
Phonics, reading comprehension, creative writing, grammar and punctuation
11 Plus Preparation
Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Maths and English for grammar school entry
SATs Revision
Year 6 SATs preparation for Reading, Maths and GPS papers
KS1 Support
Year 1 and Year 2 foundation building in Maths, Reading and Writing
General Enrichment
Accelerating able students who are ready for more challenging work
Find a primary tutor near you
In-person primary tutoring is popular with younger children. Online is available UK-wide.
Why primary school tutoring works
The foundations built at primary school underpin everything that follows. A child who doesn't fully grasp place value in Year 4 will carry that gap through to GCSE Maths. A child who lacks reading fluency by Year 3 will struggle with comprehension across all subjects.
Primary tutoring works because small gaps are much easier to fix early. A tutor working one-to-one can pinpoint exactly where a child is confused — something a classroom teacher with thirty pupils cannot easily do — and address it directly before it compounds.
For families with selective school ambitions, the 11 Plus tests Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning skills that the national primary curriculum does not teach. Without specific preparation, even academically strong children are at a significant disadvantage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a primary school tutor cost in the UK?
Primary school tutors in the UK typically charge between £25 and £45 per hour, depending on experience, subject and location. In London and the South East, rates tend to be slightly higher. On TutorLab, tutors set their own rates and you see them upfront before making contact — no agency fees.
What year should I start primary school tutoring?
It depends on your goal. For SATs preparation, most families start in Year 5 or early Year 6. For 11 Plus preparation, starting in Year 4 or Year 5 gives the most time to cover Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Maths and English. For general support — a child who is struggling or needs enrichment — any year from Year 1 upwards can benefit.
What is the difference between SATs tutoring and 11 Plus tutoring?
SATs (Key Stage 2 assessments) test Year 6 pupils on Reading, Maths and Grammar, Punctuation and Spelling — following the national curriculum. The 11 Plus is a selective school entrance test that typically also includes Verbal Reasoning and Non-Verbal Reasoning, which are not taught in the standard primary curriculum. Students aiming for grammar school entry usually need 11 Plus-specific preparation rather than just SATs revision.
Are online primary tutors suitable for young children?
Yes, with a few caveats. Online tutoring works well for children from around Year 3 upwards who can engage with a screen independently. Younger children in Year 1 and Year 2 often benefit more from in-person sessions where a tutor can see and respond to physical cues. Many families use online for the academic work and in-person for the younger years.
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