Tutoring in Tamworth
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Typical price: £18–£1,300
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Tutoring prices in Tamworth
| Job size | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single session One 60-minute one-on-one lesson | £18 | £30 | £65 |
| Monthly (1 hour/week) Four weekly sessions per month | £75 | £130 | £260 |
| Term support (weekly, ~12 weeks) One hour a week across a school term | £220 | £390 | £770 |
| Exam-prep package (20 hours) Intensive GCSE/A-level revision block | £370 | £640 | £1,300 |
How to hire a tutoring pro in United Kingdom
- Ask for a DBS check — note an Enhanced DBS can only be obtained via an agency or umbrella body; independents can show a Basic DBS
- Match the tutor to the exact exam board (AQA, Edexcel, OCR, WJEC) — papers and mark schemes differ
- Check for Tutors' Association membership as a voluntary quality signal
- Take references and run a paid trial lesson
- For 11+, GCSE and A-level, book early — good tutors fill up by January for summer exams
- Agree online vs in-person rates and a 24-hour cancellation policy in writing
Tutoring is unregulated in the UK — anyone can tutor without qualifications or checks. Enhanced DBS checks are only available through agencies or umbrella bodies, so an independent tutor showing a Basic DBS plus solid references is the realistic vetting standard.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a private tutor cost per hour?
Rates scale with three things: subject level (primary school cheapest, exam-year and university-level most expensive), tutor credentials (students charge least, certified teachers most), and format (online runs 20-40% below in-person). Get quotes from both an agency and an independent to see the spread.
How long before tutoring improves grades?
Expect visible improvement in confidence and homework within 3-4 weeks, and measurable grade movement in 6-12 weeks. If nothing has changed after a full term, change the tutor or the diagnosis — more of the same rarely fixes it.
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.
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.
What do GCSE and A-level tutors charge in the UK?
GCSE tutoring typically runs £25-45/hr and A-level £30-60/hr, with qualified teachers and London-based tutors at the top end. Online lessons usually save £5-15/hr versus in-person.
When should we book an 11+ or grammar-school prep tutor?
Twelve to eighteen months before the September exams — the established 11+ tutors in selective areas run waiting lists. Starting in Year 4 for a Year 6 exam is normal, not excessive, in competitive regions.
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