Tutoring in Dún Laoghaire
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Typical price: €18–€1,100
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Tutoring prices in Dún Laoghaire
| Job size | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single grind One 60-minute one-on-one lesson | €18 | €30 | €55 |
| Monthly (1 hour/week) Four weekly sessions per month | €75 | €130 | €220 |
| Term support (weekly, ~12 weeks) One hour a week across a school term | €220 | €390 | €660 |
| Leaving Cert prep (20 hours) Intensive exam block, January-June | €370 | €640 | €1,100 |
How to hire a tutoring pro in Ireland
- Ask about Garda vetting — legally required only through organisations, so independents should offer references instead
- Match the tutor to the Junior Cycle or Leaving Certificate syllabus, including Higher vs Ordinary level
- Compare private grinds against grinds schools (group classes at institutes, often cheaper per hour)
- Take references from other families and run a paid trial lesson
- Book early for the January-June Leaving Cert run-up — demand spikes hard
- Agree cancellation terms and whether notes/past-paper marking is included
Private tutoring — universally called 'grinds' in Ireland — is unregulated. Garda vetting is only legally required when tutors work through relevant organisations, so with independents rely on references; grinds demand peaks January-June before the Leaving Certificate.
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Frequently asked questions
Should a tutor set homework between sessions?
Yes — 20-40 minutes of targeted practice between weekly sessions roughly doubles the value of each paid hour. A tutor who never sets or reviews independent work is selling you company, not progress.
Is online tutoring as effective as in-person?
For most secondary-level subjects, yes — shared whiteboards and screen sharing work well, and you get a wider tutor pool at lower rates. Younger children (under ~10) and hands-on subjects usually do better in person, where the tutor can manage attention directly.
Should I hire a certified teacher or a university student as a tutor?
Certified teachers cost 50-100% more and are worth it for exam technique, marking insight and struggling students. A strong university student who recently aced the same exam is often better value for motivated students who mainly need practice and explanation.
What is a fair cancellation policy for tutoring?
24 hours' notice with one free reschedule per month is standard. Be wary of tutors or agencies that charge full price for illness with notice, or demand a full term's fees up front with no refund clause.
How do I know the tutoring is actually working?
Set a baseline in week one (a recent test or past paper score), ask the tutor for a short written note after each month, and re-test with a comparable paper every 6-8 weeks. Judge on evidence, not on whether your child says the sessions are fine.
What do grinds cost in Ireland?
One-on-one grinds typically run EUR 25-45/hr, with experienced Leaving Cert specialists at EUR 40-60. Grinds schools charge less per hour for group classes — a common budget route for popular subjects.
When should Leaving Cert grinds start?
September of sixth year for a planned improvement, January at the latest for exam-technique triage. The best-known grinds tutors and institutes in each subject fill up before Christmas.
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