How much does a GCSE English tutor cost?

GCSE English tutors in the UK typically charge between £25 and £50 per hour for teaching English Language, English Literature or both together.

Most students study both GCSE English Language and English Literature, and a single tutor who covers both is the most efficient arrangement. When comparing tutors, check whether they cover both subjects and which exam board your school uses — the set texts for Literature differ significantly between AQA, Edexcel, OCR and Eduqas.

Tutors who have worked as English teachers or examiners tend to charge towards the upper end. Their knowledge of the mark scheme and Assessment Objectives (AO1–AO4 for Language, AO1–AO2 for Literature) translates directly into grade improvements that more generalist tutors cannot match.

For creative writing support specifically — Language Paper 1 Question 5 is worth 40 marks — look for tutors who write themselves or who have specific experience teaching the creative component.

A typical GCSE English tutoring arrangement is one session per week, roughly £30–£45/hr, from Year 10 or early Year 11 onwards. TutorLab tutors publish their rates upfront so you can compare before reaching out.