Price Guide
How Much Does a Tutor Really Cost?
Compare prices for 12 services across 343 UK locations. Data-driven pricing updated for .
National pricing
Tutor Prices
National average prices. Select a city below for local pricing.
All prices include materials and labour unless stated otherwise.
| Job | Low | Average | High | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Primary School Tutoring (Per Hour) | £20 | £30 | £40 | 1 hour |
| GCSE Tutoring (Per Hour) | £25 | £35 | £50 | 1 hour |
| A-Level Tutoring (Per Hour) | £30 | £45 | £60 | 1 hour |
| 11+ Exam Preparation (Per Hour) | £30 | £40 | £55 | 1 hour |
| University Tutoring (Per Hour) | £40 | £55 | £80 | 1 hour |
| English as a Second Language (Per Hour) | £20 | £30 | £45 | 1 hour |
| Music Lesson (Per Hour) | £25 | £35 | £50 | 30-60 minutes |
| Block of 10 Lessons (GCSE) | £220 | £320 | £450 | 10 hours |
| Intensive Revision Course (Holiday) | £150 | £250 | £400 | 2-3 days |
| SEN / Additional Needs Tutoring (Per Hour) | £30 | £45 | £60 | 1 hour |
| Online Tutoring (Per Hour) | £20 | £28 | £40 | 1 hour |
| Adult Learning / Professional (Per Hour) | £30 | £45 | £70 | 1 hour |
Primary School Tutoring (Per Hour)
Low
£20
Average
£30
High
£40
1 hour
GCSE Tutoring (Per Hour)
Low
£25
Average
£35
High
£50
1 hour
A-Level Tutoring (Per Hour)
Low
£30
Average
£45
High
£60
1 hour
11+ Exam Preparation (Per Hour)
Low
£30
Average
£40
High
£55
1 hour
University Tutoring (Per Hour)
Low
£40
Average
£55
High
£80
1 hour
English as a Second Language (Per Hour)
Low
£20
Average
£30
High
£45
1 hour
Music Lesson (Per Hour)
Low
£25
Average
£35
High
£50
30-60 minutes
Block of 10 Lessons (GCSE)
Low
£220
Average
£320
High
£450
10 hours
Intensive Revision Course (Holiday)
Low
£150
Average
£250
High
£400
2-3 days
SEN / Additional Needs Tutoring (Per Hour)
Low
£30
Average
£45
High
£60
1 hour
Online Tutoring (Per Hour)
Low
£20
Average
£28
High
£40
1 hour
Adult Learning / Professional (Per Hour)
Low
£30
Average
£45
High
£70
1 hour
Local pricing
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Regional comparison
Primary School Tutoring (Per Hour) by City
Average cost of primary school tutoring (per hour) across key UK cities.
Overview
What Does a Tutor Do?
A tutor provides professional services covering private tutoring for gcse, a-level, 11+, primary school and adult learning. They handle everything from routine maintenance and inspections to full installations and emergency repairs. Whether you need a small repair or a major project, hiring a qualified tutor ensures the work is done safely, to code, and to a professional standard.
You should hire a tutor whenever you need work that requires specialist skills, tools, or qualifications. Many types of tutor work are regulated and must be carried out by a certified professional. Attempting DIY on regulated work can be dangerous, void your insurance, and create costly problems down the line.
Pricing for tutor services depends on the complexity of what you need, the options chosen, and where you live in the UK. Simpler services sit at the lower end of the scale, while more involved or premium options will be significantly more expensive. The prices on this page give you a realistic range for each type of service so you know what to expect before getting quotes.
When hiring a tutor, always get at least three quotes from different tradespeople. Read recent reviews and ask for references. Always check qualifications, insurance and recent reviews. A reputable tutor will be happy to provide a detailed breakdown of costs and explain exactly what is included in their quote.
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about tutor costs in the UK.