How much does a tutor cost in the UK?
The median price of a one-hour online lesson on Studoli is £10. Half of all tutors charge between £8 and £16 per lesson, and prices range from £3 to £47.
Live prices from 18 Studoli tutors on 10 November 2026, converted to GBP at an approximate exchange rate. Each tutor sets their own price, and the first lesson is free.
Online tutor prices by subject
Price of a one-hour lesson. "Typical range" is the middle half of tutors for that subject.
| Subject | Tutors | Median | Typical range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 10 | £12 | £8 to £17 |
| Physics | 8 | £16 | £9 to £16 |
| English | 6 | £11 | £8 to £16 |
| Computer Science | 4 | £7 | £6 to £10 |
| Biology | 3 | £9 | £9 to £13 |
| Chemistry | 3 | £10 | £9 to £13 |
| Exam Preparation | 3 | £16 | £14 to £17 |
What affects the price of a tutor
- Experience and results. Tutors with years of teaching and many good reviews usually charge more.
- Exam specialisation. Tutors who know GCSE, A Level, the 11+ or the SATs in depth are in higher demand.
- Subject and level. Exam-year sciences, further maths and university-level subjects often cost more than primary lessons.
- Lesson length. Prices on this page are for one-hour lessons; shorter lessons cost less per lesson but more per minute.
- Online or at home. Home lessons include the tutor's travel, so they often cost more. Online lessons give you a much wider choice at every price.
How to pay less for good tutoring
- Use the free first lesson to compare two or three tutors before you pay.
- Choose a monthly package when the tutor offers one; it costs less per lesson than single lessons.
- Book one longer lesson a week rather than several short ones, and give the tutor past questions to work on.
- Use free practice first, such as our GCSE Maths practice and the times tables test, so paid lessons focus on what you get wrong.
Find a tutor at your budget
Filter tutors by price and subject, read their reviews and book a free first lesson.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average cost of a tutor in the UK?
On Studoli, the median price of a one-hour online lesson is £10. Half of all tutors charge between £8 and £16 per lesson. Each tutor sets their own price, and your first lesson is free.
Are tutors based in the UK more expensive?
Prices depend on the tutor rather than the country. Compare profiles and use your free first lesson before you decide.
How much does a home tutor cost in your area?
Home lessons include the tutor's travel, so they often cost more than online lessons. Where home tutoring is available, the price is shown on the tutor's profile.
Why do tutor prices vary so much?
Experience, qualifications, exam specialisation (GCSE, A Level, the 11+ or the SATs), demand and lesson length all affect price. Tutors with many good reviews often charge more.
How can I pay less for tutoring?
Use the free first lesson to compare two or three tutors, choose a lesson package where the tutor offers one, and book fewer, longer lessons rather than many short ones.