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Online Tutors for Piano Grades 1-3
Perhaps your child loved the idea of playing piano, but now practice feels like a chore. Or maybe they're finding their first graded exams a little daunting, and you're not sure how to help them prepare. It's hard watching their confidence dip.
Even when you can't teach the scales yourself, you can still help. You don't need to spend hours searching for a tutor. Our Tutor Finder asks a few simple questions about your child and what they need, then we recommend the right person for them.
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When playing the piano becomes a pleasure, not a chore
The right tutor does more than teach scales and sight-reading. They find what music gets your child excited, connecting the dots between practice and playing songs they actually love. It's about building a foundation of skill while nurturing a genuine enjoyment for music.
This changes everything. Practice sessions become less of a battle, and you start to hear them playing for fun. That confidence can make all the difference as they approach their first graded exams and develop a skill for life.
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Our Tutor Finder asks what matters: your child's goals, how they learn best, and any specific areas they're finding tricky. We use this to build a personal shortlist of tutors we'd genuinely recommend — not a long list for you to work through.
Every tutor we recommend has passed a rigorous selection process; only one in eight applicants is accepted. They're not just skilled musicians; they are patient, encouraging teachers who know how to make learning engaging for young beginners.
And if the first session isn't quite the right fit, our First Lesson Guarantee means we’ll find another tutor at no extra charge. We handle the details, so you can focus on your child.
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32 Piano Grade 1-3 tutors:
£50/hr
5.0
Dr Maria A
Award-winning tutor, FHEA Piano
I am an award-winning professional musician, pianist and tutor with over fifteen years international experience across different educational settings, backgrounds and abilities. I hold a Ph.D. in Musicology and a Master's degree in Art, Law and Economy as well as diplomas in Piano, Classical Harmony, Counterpoint and Fugue, which enable me to easily work on the theoretical, technical, performative, stylistic and structural elements of music scores and help my students understand the background of each piece, whilst being creative and achieving essential progress.With an in depth knowledge of musicianship,...
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£31/hr
5.0
Florencia F
Piano Tutor - Theatre and Film. I teach it, I make it.
My name is Florencia and I am a music and Spanish teacher. I have experience teaching beginners and preparing for exams (Instituto Cervantes, GCSE, A level). I have developed my main teaching experience privately, in High School and in several artistic workshops and projects for children. I am enthusiastic, patient and I like trying out different methods, from more traditional to more creative ones, according to the students personality, necessities and objectives.Spanish is my native language and I started studying a Bachelor in Spanish Literature and Music. I finished the Bachelor in Music Composition...
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£50/hr
5.0
Emilia P
Piano of the heart
I have graduated from the University of Music and Art. Most of my experience has involved working with children. I worked as a pre-shook music teacher at "Rhythm Time". I led a choir of adults as well a choir of children at KBA. I have many years of experience teaching traditional piano. In 2013 I joined the British Suzuki Institute and I became a Suzuki piano teacher. In the Suzuki piano method children commence lessons at the age of 3 or 4 with the constant enthusiastic participation of the parent. The Suzuki method develops the abilities of every child. Musical ability is not an inborn talent...
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£37/hr
5.0
John G
Professional & friendly Piano teacher
I am a friendly and professional music teacher who loves helping others experience the joy of music. Whether you're already a competent player or an absolute beginner, technique and musicianship will be at the forefront of your lessons should you choose me as your teacher. Having studied performance for my MA in Performance at Huddersfield University, my students are always encouraged to perform their pieces in such a way that even the most basic ones are a pleasure to listen to, not merely a collection of notes that don't say anything.I have been teaching for 30 years and have helped students...
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£77/hr
4.8
Paolo C
Experienced Humanities-Music-Italian Tutor Piano
I strongly believe that every student can achieve excellent results when learning is driven by curiosity, motivation, and genuine interest. While examination success is important, education should be about much more than simply passing tests. My aim is to help students develop confidence, critical thinking, creativity, and a lasting enthusiasm for their subject.Over the years I have learned that every student thinks differently. One of the most rewarding aspects of teaching is discovering the learning style that best suits each individual and adapting lessons accordingly. I strive to create a supportive...
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£35/hr
4.9
Christina V
Primary Piano, SEN / EAL support, (KS1 - 3)
I am an experienced primary school teacher with 18 years of experience and have QTS.I specialise in supporting KS1 and KS2 students in English, Literacy, Maths, Reading, Writing, SPaG, and Eleven Plus preparation, as well as SATS preparation for those who need it. Additionally, I assist KS3 and GCSE students, including those with SEN requirements, in navigating exam periods. I also offer help for IELTS students and those learning English as an additional language.Since 2007, I have worked in schools across the UK, transitioning to international teaching in 2016. Holding a Master’s degree in Music f...
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98% of our students said
their tutors made a difference
Find a tutor Beth D
Beth really is an amazing online piano teacher to my 9 year old son. She helps him perfect every piece and has an excellent structured approach to her teaching. Her attention to detail is outstanding. I would highly recommend her and look for my son to continue learning from her for as long as possible
Pav S
25th Nov 2025
Alice P
I am coming back to piano after many years of playing only occasionally. I want to have fun with playing and not take it too seriously. Alice has a lovely teaching style and I am enjoying playing again 😀
Pamela T
10th May 2024
Susan S
I’m really enjoying my lessons with Susan. I started piano lessons 2years ago and had just reached grade 1 exam stage when my teacher stopped teaching. I found Susan on Tutourful and in the short time that I have been with her, I have picked up so many useful tips and feel so much more confident and prepared.
Sheila M
23rd Mar 2024
Milan B
He is a great teacher and a guide to navigate through some targets. He set some timeline for my son with some milestone for progress check. So my son has a goal now with time of investment and effort associated with some grades in his music journey thanks to Milan. He is enthusiastic and energetic, very familiar to our Balkan culture. He is a highly recommended music guide for someone who loves music yet need some rewarding check points.
Elif U
17th Feb 2024
Marcello P
My son has been having piano lessons for years with another teacher, but for the first time with Marcello he feels he’s being pushed and is delighted he’s managing to achieve more. His confidence and skills are on the up. This is exactly what we’d hoped for. Great work Marcello!
Claire S
8th Dec 2023
Isabel S
Izzy is a very calm and engaging person with amazing skill to articulate and teach online. My son loves working with her
Liz Y
20th Sep 2023
Florencia F
Florencia is a great piano tutor. She is teaching my 12 year old son. She is very professional, explains things in a simple and effective manner and makes the lessons engaging. She's friendly and polite. My son enjoys his lessons with Florencia very much.
Sam L
4th Sep 2023
Robert S
I am so pleased with Robert, He is the right tutor for me .
I`m in my seventies now and also a have an eye sight disability . am getting my confidence back so as to play my piano .I am slower than I thought at this but Robert shows me my lessen in a classroom this is new to me as well , headset microphone still getting used to this on my computer .
Robert helps me sort any problems with this ,then back to my lesser work in progress so I can play my electric piano by ear in the future. thanks from Dennis B
Dennis B
11th Aug 2023
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