FAQ ' s

Subject knowledge is a must, but being a good tutor is really about explaining difficult concepts in a way that's clear, engaging and personalised for each student. You can have three degrees in Physics, but that doesn't mean you'll be good at explaining it at GCSE level! Tutors who can empathise with their students and help them build confidence help teens unleash their potential, and we see amazing results in just a few lessons.

Our tutors are experiences and qualified, and because they're just a few years older, they can explain things in a way that teens find relatable. We interview all of our tutors, and only the friendliest and most knowledgeable make it on to our platform. We're very picky about it - just 1 in 8 applicants make the cut.

Before you look for a tutor, it's helpful to have a really clear idea of exactly where your child needs help - whether with a specific English grammar, one area of Maths or their exam technique - and filter your choices accordingly. If you're not sure where they need to focus, having a chat with them or their teacher can help you work out the best place to start. In a free meeting, you can then ask the tutor any questions you like and see how well they get on with your child before deciding to book.

Online tutoring gives kids the chance to learn at their own pace and in a way that matches their learning style. Teens are often too shy to put their hand up in class - especially if they're struggling. The reassurance of one-to-one tutoring means they can ask all the questions they want, and go over topics as much as they need until they get it.

One-to-one tutoring lets kids unleash their potential. Worried about learning gaps? We'll fill them in. No tutors in your area? We've got you covered. No academic confidence? No problem. Whatever your child needs help with, their tutor will guide them through tricky topics and boost their self-belief. With the personalised one-to-one support from their tutor, your child can get the grades they deserve.

Our tutors set their own prices based on their experience and qualifications, starting from £22/hour at 11 Plus. Most of our tutors charge between £22 and £100 an hour. You can see all the tutors who match your budget with the handy price filter on our Find a tutor page.

Finding a tutor is easy. Whatever you need, you can search and filter by subject, level, price, experience and more.

• View our tutors, and narrow your search by subject, academic level or price. Or if you'd like expert help, book a call with our free tutor matching service.


• Compare their profiles to learn about their background, experience and availability. Don't forget to take a peek at their reviews from parents and students!


• Message a tutor (or two, or three) and book your free meeting at a time that suits you.


• Book a lesson or group class and pay as prescribed. There are no hidden costs and you can skip or cancel any time.

We have our own online lesson space with video chat, messaging and an interactive whiteboard - this makes it easy for students and tutors to talk to each other, discuss tricky concepts and do practice questions together. With the live video chat, they can have a natural back-and-forth conversation - just like on FaceTime, Whatsapp and other apps teens use all the time.

A great private Teachers is passionate about helping students succeed by overcoming their academic challenges, growing their confidence, and finding joy in learning. These tutors have strong subject matter expertise and a mentor mentality. They build relationships grounded in trust, respect, and communication with their students and have their student’s best interests at heart. Great tutors are able to personalise their support by connecting the learning to their student’s interests, helping their student to recognise and hone their strengths, and developing strategies to reduce and/or overcome their student’s areas of need. Finally, great private tutors work as part of their student’s educational team by communicating and collaborating with the student, their teacher, family, and other members of the team.

The best way to get started as a Teachers is to contact your local 11Plus Teachers office or submit our Registration.

Working with 11Plus Teachers means that you don’t need to take on the challenges and expenses of finding your own students – you can leave that to us. Your local 11Plus Teachers office will be there to support you every step of the way as you work with your student, meaning you will never have to go it alone. When you’re ready to start tutoring students, we will find you a great student match and you can get right to work supporting them and helping them grow!

Every Teachers should have:

• Strong subject matter expertise
• Have completed, or be working towards completing, a Higher education qualification.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Compassion
• Patience
• A passion for helping others
• A mentor mentality
• The ability to build strong rapport and relationships
• Creativity
• Flexibility

Yes! We welcome all tutors at 11Plus Teachers, both new and experienced. If you’re new to tutoring, your local office will support you on your tutoring journey, help you develop your tutoring skills, and find your passion for changing the trajectory of a student’s life. Whether you just realised that tutoring might be a great fit for you, or you have been a Teachers for years, we support you every step of the way.

Working with 11Plus Teachers means that you are part of a team who is here to support you and help you succeed. This allows you to focus on what you love—tutoring! Our educational consultants meet with families to learn about students’ needs and goals and to ensure that it is a safe environment for tutors. We then match you with a student based on personality, interests, areas of need and strength, and subject matter. Once matched, you can get right to work supporting your student and we’ll take care of the admin work, meaning that you can count on regular payment.

Tutors working with 11Plus Teachers have access to many resources like our Teachers Resource Library and Learning Styles Guide, and the team at your local 11Plus Teachers office will be available to help if you ever need advice or support. You will also be part of our global Teachers’ network, giving you the opportunity to help make a difference in the lives of students around the world!

As proud members of the Tutors’ Association, teachers working with 11Plus Teachers have access to continual professional development opportunities to enhance their skills, and our offices are all bound by the Professional Code of Practice for Corporate members. This ensures a certain level of service and responsibility throughout our network across the UK.

Being a Teacher is a great way to build transferable skills, like communication, creativity, adaptability, critical thinking, problem solving, and leadership, so no matter your plan for the future, tutoring can help you get there!

Tutoring is a great way to discover if you have a true passion for education and supporting students in their learning, which is essential for being a teacher. It will allow you to test out your current skills and see if an educational role might be right for you. Just remember, as a Teacher you will typically work with students one-to-one, or in a small group setting, for a few hours each week. That dynamic does differ from supporting a full class of students each day. Tutoring may help you decide if education is the right career path for you to explore, but it will not give you the same experience as being a classroom teacher.

If you’re thinking of becoming a tutor, then we’d love to hear from you! Please complete our Registration and we will be in touch.

If you have the skills and knowledge that it takes to be a tutor, then it isn’t difficult to get started. The best way is to start by working with an organisation like 11Plus Teachers. We help new tutors get started and provide support and resources to help you build your tutoring skills. We take care of bringing on students, finding you a great student match, and all of the admin work, so that you can focus on what matters most—helping your student succeed!