The number of parents choosing to homeschool in the UK is growing every year. But homeschooling parents don’t have to go it alone!
Rather, hiring a private tutor for homeschooling can help you fill in any gaps, build your child’s confidence and give them access to subject-specific expertise.
So, how much does a homeschool tutor cost in the UK? Here’s the lowdown.
But first…
Can I get a tutor to homeschool my child?
Yes. One of the biggest benefits of homeschooling is that you get to decide how, when and what your child learns – and that applies to hiring a tutor too!
A private tutor will be able to support your child’s homeschooling by filling in any gaps in their learning, sharing subject-specific expertise and motivating your child to reach their goals.
Plus, your child will benefit from one-on-one attention, with lesson plans that are tailored towards their strengths, weaknesses and interests – sparking their curiosity and encouraging them to reach their full potential.
At Tutorful, we have over 11,000 handpicked tutors for you to choose from, who between them can bring any subject to life.
Whether your child needs support with a specific topic or you’re keen to hire tutors to cover off every aspect of the curriculum, they’ll have you covered.
Browse expert, vetted tutors, message free, and book instantly.
What’s the cost of a private tutor for homeschooling in the UK?
The cost of hiring a private tutor for homeschooling in the UK starts at around £20 an hour.
However, this can vary widely depending on factors like your child’s age and what subject you want support with.
It’s also worth noting that tutors will generally charge a set hourly rate, regardless of whether they’re supporting a homeschooled child or a child who goes to school.
In this way, there isn’t a specific ‘homeschool tutor’ cost – rather, it all depends on your child’s needs, how much tutoring time you want to invest in, and which tutor is the best fit.
Which brings us onto…
How much do homeschooling tutors cost for my child’s age?
At Tutorful, every tutor sets their own hourly rate.
However, as a general rule, the older your child becomes, the more you can expect to pay.
This is because tutors who are qualified to teach at a higher level will need more subject-specific expertise, which they can often charge more for – you can learn more in our tutor cost guide.
Here’s the average cost for each level of study here at Tutorful.
| Level of study | Tutor hourly rate |
| Primary | £33.01 |
| Key Stage 3 | £34.47 |
| GCSE | £35.86 |
| A Level | £41.88 |
| Degree | £42.33 |
How much does homeschool tutoring cost by subject?
Similarly, the price of a private tutor for homeschooling can vary based on which subjects your child needs support with.
This is because some subjects are more in demand than others, and therefore tend to come with a higher price tag.
To give you some idea, here are the average prices charged by Tutorful tutors for our most popular subjects.
| Subject | Average private tutoring prices per hour |
| Maths | £36.12 |
| English | £37.51 |
| Chemistry | £39.49 |
| Science | £36.33 |
| Physics | £43.04 |
| Biology | £39.03 |
| Economics | £49.95 |
| Psychology | £40.88 |
| French | £35.47 |
| History | £36.58 |
| Spanish | £31.35 |
| Business Studies | £42.12 |
| English Literature | £37.41 |
| Geography | £42.78 |
What factors can affect your overall homeschool tutor cost?
As we’ve touched upon already, the cost of a private tutor for homeschooling can vary widely, as every tutor sets their own rate.
However, there are some factors that can push the average cost up or down.
Here are the main factors that can play into the cost of a tutor for your homeschooled child.
Type of tutoring
First things first, face-to-face tutors tend to charge more than online tutors.
You’re looking at an average cost of £37.45 per hour for online tuition, compared to £40.54 per hour for in-person.
Almost all Tutorful families now opt for online tutoring as not only is it cheaper, but it’s also more time-efficient.
After all, there’ll be no more travelling through rush-hour to get your child to their session, which makes it perfect for busy schedules.
Plus, it’s just as effective as in-person tutoring, if not more so. Using our online classroom, your child is able to video call, use the online whiteboard and share documents with their tutor.
Head over to our guide on online vs in-person tutoring for more details.
Expertise
Tutors want to share their knowledge. The subjects that they tutor will be those they have a passion for and a lot of experience in – and potentially even multiple qualifications.
If the tutor you have chosen is more qualified in a particular subject area than other people, you may see this reflected in their hourly rate.
Those with extensive experience in a topic, or native speakers in the case of languages, may also set their cost at a higher figure – as will those with qualified teacher status, who are often in demand with families.
Tutor experience
As well as expertise in their subject, some tutors will have more experience tutoring than others.
A more experienced tutor will know what they’re doing when it comes to bringing their subject to life and explaining difficult concepts in a way that will click for your child – and this can often warrant a higher hourly rate.
Here at Tutorful, we recognise the benefit of experience.
All our tutors have at least two years of experience. But you can also check their profile to learn important details like how many hours they’ve taught through Tutorful and how many repeat learners they have – plus, there’s space for them to tell you more about themselves.
Just remember that it’s not just about the quantity of experience – it’s also worth looking for a tutor who has the right type of experience for your family. For instance, you might prefer a tutor who has extensive experience teaching children with special educational needs.
It’s all about finding the right fit.
Age of the student
Depending on the age of your child, there are different educational needs and goals that they should be working towards.
If your child has only just entered school-age, then a more general approach can be taken, looking at the basics in several subjects. But if your child is 15-18 years old, the focus could be on the curriculum and necessary skills to pass GCSEs and A Levels.
As we’ve touched upon already, the higher the level of learning your child reaches, the more subject-specific expertise you’ll need from a tutor – which can lead to higher hourly rates.
However, ultimately, choosing a tutor that has experience in teaching the age appropriate content for your child will save you time, effort and money in the long run.
Subject of study
The number of subjects your child can be tutored in is almost limitless – from core subjects like maths, English and science, to skills like singing, languages, musical instruments and photography.
How in-demand your subject is can affect average hourly rates – as can the number of tutors available in that subject.
It’s also worth considering that different subjects may have different needs when it comes to preparation time, resources and equipment.
As an example, some more hands-on skills and subjects may require an instrument, tools, or computer programmes. These will need to be factored into your overall costs – or into your tutor’s, which could increase their hourly rate.
Frequency
It goes without saying that the more tutoring your child has, the higher your overall cost will be.
Most tutors operate on a one-hour lesson basis, but the length of the session and how often the lessons happen are up to you.
Families whose children go to a traditional school often book an hour a week for each subject they’re getting tutored in. However, these families often use tutoring to recap what children have learned in school and iron out any problem areas.
On the other hand, when it comes to homeschooling, you might task your child’s tutor with teaching them whole subjects or sections of the curriculum from scratch – in which case, longer lessons or more frequent ones might be preferable.
It all depends on how much support you want for your child – as well as your budget and their learning goals.
Whether you’re looking for a long-term tutor or a specific number of lessons, speak to your tutor about what you’re hoping to achieve. That way, they can work with you to create a schedule that works for you both.
Time
Sometimes, tutors may charge a different rate on specific days of the week – or at specific times of day.
As not all of our students are homeschooled, later in the afternoon and evening slots are often popular times – and so are weekends.
With that in mind, if your child is free to learn from a tutor during school hours, this may open up opportunities to bring your homeschool tutoring costs down.
Location
If you decide you want your child to learn in-person, your location will have a bearing on how much you pay for homeschool tutoring.
Often, you’ll need to ferry your child to their tutor’s home for a session – which, of course, comes with travel costs.
Or, your tutor may be happy to travel to your home – but then they’ll need to factor their own travel time and costs into their hourly rate.
Either way, this will be an additional cost consideration that you won’t have to account for if your child learns in our online classroom.
It’s also worth noting that hourly rates can vary up and down the country, with big cities like London typically skewing higher.
On the other hand, if you choose online tutoring, you can pick from a wider range of tutors covering all price points, to reduce your hourly rate and find the best fit.
Find a homeschool tutor that fits your budget
At Tutorful, our tutors are all handpicked and span a range of price points.
So, it’s easy to find a trusted tutor who fits your budget and requirements.
Plus, we have no hidden fees and you will always pay the price that is advertised.
So, what are you waiting for?
Search for your perfect homeschool tutor today to kick off your child’s learning journey.
And remember: investing in tutoring is an investment in your child’s future!
Browse expert, vetted tutors, message free, and book instantly.
FAQs
How much do private tutors charge in the UK?
Private tutors all set their own hourly rates in the UK. However, the average private tutor cost on Tutorful is £37.45 per hour.
How many hours a week should I homeschool in the UK?
There’s no set number of hours a week that you should homeschool in the UK. However, most experts recommend aiming for three to four hours a day.
What is the biggest disadvantage of homeschooling?
One of the biggest disadvantages of homeschooling is the lack of opportunity to learn from qualified educators. However, this isn’t the case if you invest in homeschool tutors, as your child will have the chance to learn from experts one-on-one.
