How much does a reading support tutor cost in the UK?

Reading support and dyslexia specialist tutors in the UK typically charge between £30 and £60 per hour. Tutors with specialist qualifications in dyslexia or specific learning difficulties (for example, the Level 7 Specialist Teacher qualification from the British Dyslexia Association) often charge towards the higher end because their training is more intensive.

As a rough guide:

• General reading support / phonics tutor: £30–£45/hr
• Dyslexia-specialist tutor (Level 5 APC or equivalent): £40–£55/hr
• Level 7 Specialist Teacher Assessor: £50–£75/hr

Most reading support sessions are 45 minutes to 1 hour. Weekly sessions over a school term (12 weeks) tend to show measurable improvement for most children. Some tutors offer intensive shorter bursts — 3–4 sessions per week for 4–6 weeks — which can be effective for children approaching a key assessment. On TutorLab, reading support tutors outline their specific approach, qualifications and rates on their profiles.