We believe that qualified teachers are uniquely positioned to provide outstanding tuition. However, we also recognise that not all qualified teachers excel in their craft. That’s why all of our tutors are not only certified educators but have also successfully passed our rigorous assessment process, proving they are truly exceptional teachers!
Our hourly rates start from £70.00 and increase depending on experience and availability. Please see the table below for indicative price ranges for different types and levels of tutoring.
Tuition Type
Price range (£ per hour inc. of VAT)
UK School entrance tuition (7+, 8+ , 11+ and 13+)
80 - 160
Key Stage 1,2 & 3
70 - 100
GCSE / IGCSEs
70 - 100
A-Level
80 - 120
International Baccaluareate DP
90 - 140
International Baccaluareate MYP
80 - 120
Pre-U
100 - 140
*Please note that these prices are indicative only, rates for tutors will be confirmed upon Owl Tutors making recommendations to you.
A placement fee of £95 is payable for each tutor that is introduced to you - this will only be charged if a tuition session takes place and will be added to your first invoice.
There are no registration fees. This means that you can meet a tutor without having to pay anything. You will only be invoiced if you engage one of our tutors to deliver tuition after having discussed your requirements with them.
Why do our tutors cost what they do?
They are all experienced qualified teachers.
Many of our school entrance tutors have significant experience and track records in preparing students for competitive school entrance exams
Many of our tutors are also examiners
They have achieved academic excellence themselves
Many of our tutors have achieved other relevant skills such as qualifications to assist students with special educational needs
How can I save money when using an Owl Tutor
Consider online tuition if you have not already done so. Most students at KS2 or above will have no problem engaging just as efficiently with an online tutor than a face to face one. Face to face tuition can be up to 50% more expensive for the same tutor!
Consider shorter sessions. Most tuition sessions are one hour. 40 minute sessions can often be effective and could reduce your fees by 33%.
Find out if there are times that you can offer to your tutor that are more convenient for them. Most tutors find it difficult to fill their hours during the day (9am to 3pm) in the week. Many of them will accept lower rates at these times.
How do our fees work?
Our tutors set the rates that they wish to be paid on each job. The rate that they will request will be dependent on a number of factors including:
The rate they wish to earn per hour
Whether the job is face to face or online
How much preparation time is required for each session
The tutor's remaining availability
Phil was enthusiastic about maths and teaching and really helped my son not only to progress in maths but also to enjoy it.
Parent of 13 Plus student
Phil's biography
Phil studied Environmental Science at the University of Southampton before going on to do his PGCE at the University of Birmingham. He began his teaching career in 2002, teaching in some of the top schools (in both the private and state sectors and also internationally). His last post (of 6 years) was teaching science and maths to Common Entrance 13+ at Westminster Cathedral Choir Prep School in London where pupils consistently achieved excellent results enabling them to go on to some of the leading schools in the country. Indeed in every inspection he has been through (be it OFSTED or ISI) his teaching has always been classed as outstanding.
He has also been tutoring in both maths and science, reasoning and english since 2010 with many of his students wanting help to get through their senior schools entrance examinations (Common Entrance, City of London, Dulwich, Winchester). Since 2018, he has successfully tutored both Maths and Science up to GCSE to many different students (from those needing to 'pass' and those wishing to ensure grade 9s are achieved). He knows the pressures his students face and, in a calm and patient manner, aims to instil confidence and enthusiasm. Having a sound knowledge of the syllabi, knowing the tricks of the trade and having amassed a large e-resource bank, he is in a very strong position to get the very best out of all his students, ensuring they have a sound understanding of the subject matter and are well prepared for any examinations.
He believes strongly that the tutoring process is very much a two way process; the tutor learns who the student is, adjusting the teaching and challenge so the learning is effective and efficient thus leading to the student being actively engaged in the entire learning process. As such Phil prides himself on the strong rapports he builds with his students.
Phil's availability
All times are displayed in UK time.
Tuesdays 4.30-5.30
Thursdays 5.45-7.45
Fridays 5.30-6.30
Weekday day times various times available / flexibility
School entrance experience
Phil has worked with children aiming to attend the following schools:
In the last 4 years I have helped two students to gain scholarships to St Mary's Ascot. Previous to that another student obtained a scholarship place to Forest School. I have also worked in the last few years with students aiming for scholarships (13+) to St Paul's, King's Canterbury and Radley College. One place was awarded to Radley and the others, unfortunately, narrowly missed out. Over the years, every student I have worked with aiming for Winchester has gained a place there (around 12 students).
Phil's qualifications
Phil qualified to teach Primary education in 2002, and holds a Post Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) from University of Birmingham.
University name
Name of degree
Year of graduation
University of Southampton
BSc (Hons) Environmental Science
2001
Subjects tutored:
11 Plus (English, Maths, Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Science)
13 Plus (Maths, Verbal Reasoning, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Science)
Phil helped my daughter a lot to prepare for the Entrance Exam and he covered all the key topics with homework after each lessons, which really consolidated learning and he always gave constructive feedback.
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