The cost of personal tutoring can vary, because each tutor sets their own fees. Prices usually depend on factors such as the subject, level (for example, primary, GCSE or A-Level), the tutor’s qualifications and experience, whether lessons are online or at home, and the length of each session.

Most tutors charge an hourly rate and base their fees on a standard lesson length, often 60 minutes. Some may offer shorter or longer sessions, such as 45 or 90 minutes, with the cost adjusted pro-rata. It is always a good idea to confirm the hourly rate, lesson length and how often lessons will take place before you get started, so that everyone has the same expectations.

At Personal Tutors, there is no charge to request a free list of tutors. This means you can compare tutors, consider their experience and choose someone who feels like a good fit, without any obligation to commit until you are ready.

When you request your free list, we will send you details of suitable tutors, including the subjects and levels they offer, a brief profile and our recommended hourly fee range, along with information about our small agency fee. You can then contact tutors directly to discuss your needs, ask any questions you may have and confirm the cost of lessons, including any arrangements around payment and cancellations.

While it can be tempting to focus on finding the lowest price, it is also important to consider the tutor’s qualifications, experience and approach. It is always possible to find someone charging less elsewhere, but lower fees may not come with the same depth of subject knowledge, consistency or long-term benefit. A tutor with strong subject knowledge, clear communication and a track record of helping students make progress may offer particularly good value, even if their fee is slightly higher, especially if this leads to greater confidence, stronger study skills and better use of lesson time. For many families, this is viewed as a worthwhile investment in their child’s education rather than just a weekly expense.

If you’d like a clearer idea of typical tutor fees in your area, you can enter your postcode in the search box to request a free, no-obligation list of local and online tutors.