Higher English tutors
Find a Higher English tutor for one-to-one lessons online. Every tutor on Studoli sets their own price and your first lesson is free.
Higher English combines the exam with a writing portfolio and a spoken language assessment.
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Tutors for Higher English
Olushola O.Business Studies, Commerce, EconomicsI am a passionate and dedicated teacher with over a decade of teaching experience. I am committed to creating a positive, engaging, and…View profile
Nicolo L.EnglishI love teaching. I have a range of topics that I can discuss given the different industries that I have worked before.View profile
Ndzi D.English, Exam Preparation, English LiteratureHello welcom☺️☺️
My name is Dezy, and I am a professional English tutor with 5 years of teaching experience. and I am passionate about…View profile
Oluwatobi R.English, Reading & Phonics, Homework HelpHello! I'm TOBI — Your Online English Teacher! 👩🏫✨
Struggling with speaking, grammar, phonics or exam prep? I make English simple,…View profile
Dedre M.Afrikaans, English, English LiteratureI have two years of Grade 2 teaching experience, six months of online teaching experience with PalFish, a 120-hour TEFL certificate, and…View profile
Asiyat I.English, Maths, Computer ScienceI am Asiyat Isah from Kaduna State, Nigeria. I hold an HND in Statistics from Nuhu Bamalli Polytechnic, Zaria and I completed my NYSC in…View profile
What Higher English lessons cover
- Reading for understanding, analysis and evaluation
- Scottish set texts
- Critical essay
- Writing portfolio
- Spoken language
- Exam timing
About Higher
- Highers are usually taken in S5, and many students add more in S6.
- They are set and marked by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA).
- Scottish universities make most of their offers based on Higher grades.
- Advanced Highers in S6 can lead to direct entry to second year at some universities.
How to prepare
- Practise with SQA papers and marking instructionsThey show the working and wording that earn each mark.
- Keep on top of the paceThe Higher course covers a lot in one year. Weekly review stops gaps from building up.
- Plan for the prelimPrelims are used as evidence by schools, so prepare for them early.
How it works
- Choose a tutorCompare profiles, reviews and prices, then pick the tutor who fits you.
- Book a free first lessonMeet your tutor, share your goals and agree a plan for the exam.
- Prepare with a planWork through the syllabus and exam-style questions at your own pace.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a Higher English tutor cost?
Each tutor sets their own price, which you see on their profile before booking. You can filter tutors by price, and your first lesson is free, so you can try a tutor before committing.
Are lessons online?
Yes. Lessons take place online by video with a shared whiteboard, so you can work with a tutor who knows the Higher syllabus wherever you live.
When should I start preparing for Higher English?
Ideally right at the start of S5, as the Higher course moves quickly. A few weeks of focused lessons can still lift a grade if time is short.
How do I know a tutor knows the Higher syllabus?
Tutors list the exams they prepare students for on their profile. Read their profile and reviews, and use your free first lesson to ask how they approach Higher English.