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Tutor Lesson Price Calculator UK 2026
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Lesson price
£39
Guide range
£26 to £57
Block total
£351
Monthly guide
£169
Estimate summary
For gcse tutoring in Maths, the estimated 60-minute lesson price is £39. A sensible guide range is £26 to £57, depending on experience, format and support included.
Hourly rate
£39/hour
Suggested deposit
£90
Balance
£261
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Hi Sarah, thanks for asking about Maths tutoring for Jack. Based on the details so far, the lesson price would be £39 for a 60-minute online lesson. A sensible guide range for this setup is £26 to £57, depending on the exact support included. Thanks, [Your name]
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Estimate tutor rates, lesson prices, block bookings and parent payment wording using realistic UK 2026 ranges.
Useful for primary tutoring, GCSE tutoring, A-level tutoring, online lessons, in-person lessons, specialist support and recurring weekly sessions.
The calculator uses realistic tutor price bands
Tutor rates vary by subject, level, location, experience and lesson format. Primary lessons, GCSE lessons, A-level support, entrance exam prep and specialist tutoring should not all be priced the same.
The best price covers the lesson, preparation, marking, parent messages, resources, travel, admin, tax and the value of your expertise.
General private tutoring
Many UK private tutor rates sit roughly from £20 to £70 per hour, with a practical middle around the mid-thirties depending on subject, level and experience.
GCSE and A-level tutoring
GCSE and A-level tutoring usually prices higher than simple homework help because preparation, exam knowledge and subject depth matter more.
Online and specialist support
Online lessons are often cheaper than in-person lessons, while specialist tutoring, SEND support, entrance exams and high-demand areas can push rates much higher.
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Different lessons need different pricing logic
A primary maths lesson, A-level chemistry lesson, entrance exam block and SEND support package are different offers. Price them like different offers.
Primary tutoring
Primary lessons are usually priced lower than GCSE or A-level support, but still need to cover planning, resources, parent messages and consistency.
GCSE tutoring
GCSE tutoring often needs exam-board knowledge, targeted revision planning, marking and progress updates, so it should not be priced like casual homework help.
A-level tutoring
A-level lessons usually need deeper subject knowledge and more preparation, especially for maths, science, essay subjects and university pathway support.
Online lessons
Online tutoring can be more flexible and slightly cheaper, but the tutor still needs to price preparation, lesson resources and communication time properly.
Block bookings
A block of 6, 10 or 12 lessons gives the tutor better cash flow and the parent a clearer commitment. Any discount should be modest and intentional.
Specialist support
SEND support, entrance exam prep and high-touch tutoring can justify higher prices because the work often includes more planning and parent communication.
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Explain the lesson level, length, subject, format and what is included between sessions.
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How much do tutors charge per hour in the UK in 2026?
A broad UK 2026 guide range is around £20 to £70 per hour, with many private tutors sitting around the mid-thirties. The final rate depends on level, subject, experience, location and whether the lesson is online or in person.
How much should a GCSE tutor charge?
GCSE tutoring often sits higher than primary support because exam knowledge and preparation matter. Many GCSE tutor rates fall somewhere around the mid-twenties to mid-fifties per hour depending on subject and experience.
Should online tutoring cost less than in-person tutoring?
Often, yes. Online lessons can be slightly cheaper because there is no travel time, but the price should still include preparation, resources, marking and parent communication where relevant.
Should tutors offer a block booking discount?
A small discount can make sense for 6, 10 or 12 lesson blocks, but it should not underprice the work. The discount should reward commitment without making each lesson feel too cheap.
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