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What’s the difference between private lessons and school lessons?

I’m a Tutor article! Learn the key differences between private lessons and school lessons, including how they're arranged, scheduled and paid for.

At MyTutor, there are two types of tutoring:

  • School Programme lessons are paid for and arranged by schools.

  • Private lessons are paid for and arranged by parents.
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All new tutors start on the Schools Programme. As demand allows, some tutors may later be invited to offer private lessons.
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The Schools Programme provides the most opportunities for tutors to gain regular tutoring work.
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What are school lessons?

With school lessons:

  • Lessons may be one-to-one or small group sessions, with up to three pupils taught by one tutor.

  • Schools schedule the lessons.

  • Tutors choose the lesson slots that suit their availability.

  • A lesson slot usually includes a series of weekly lessons with the same pupil or group of pupils.

  • The number of lesson opportunities available depends on your reliability and availability.

  • Teachers can reschedule or cancel lessons, although we aim to avoid making changes shortly before a lesson starts.

What are private lessons?

With private lessons:

  • Lessons are always one-to-one.

  • Parents and tutors agree on the lesson schedule.

  • Parents choose a tutor based on factors such as their profile, price and experience.

  • Parents and students can cancel or reschedule lessons up to 24 hours before the scheduled start time.

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