IGCSE & A-Level Tutor Rate Report 2026
Private tutoring rates for British-curriculum subjects vary widely by qualification level and country. This report summarises typical online tutoring rates for IGCSE, GCSE, A-Level and related qualifications across 20 countries, based on TutorOnn's market research compiled in 2026. Rates are shown as hourly ranges in local currency and US dollars. They are a market-rate guide for students and parents planning a budget; individual tutors set their own prices, so actual rates vary.
Key findings
- A-Level tutoring costs around 37% more than GCSE in the UK: roughly $54/hour on average versus $40/hour for GCSE.
- IB (International Baccalaureate) is the most expensive level at around $56/hour on average; Primary tutoring is the most affordable at around $25/hour.
- Rates rise steadily with level: Primary → KS3 → GCSE → IGCSE → A-Level → IB.
- Tutoring is most affordable in Pakistan (~$8/hour) and India (~$10/hour), and most expensive in the United States (~$58/hour), Singapore and Australia (~$51/hour).
- Gulf rates track the UK closely: UAE tutoring averages about the same as the UK (~$47/hour), while Saudi Arabia and Qatar run slightly lower.
- Across all regions, maths and sciences command similar rates, with sciences (Physics, Chemistry) typically a few dollars higher than maths at A-Level.
Average tutoring rate by qualification level (UK)
Hourly rates for a representative core subject (Mathematics) at each level in the UK, in GBP and USD.
| Qualification | UK rate (GBP/hour) | USD (approx) |
|---|---|---|
| Primary | £15–30 | ~$19–38 |
| Key Stage 3 (KS3) | £18–35 | ~$23–44 |
| GCSE | £20–40 | ~$25–51 |
| IGCSE | £22–42 | ~$28–53 |
| A-Level | £28–55 | ~$36–70 |
| IB | £35–65 | ~$44–83 |
Source: TutorOnn market-rate research, 2026. Representative core-subject (Mathematics) rates; other subjects vary.
IGCSE Mathematics tutoring rates by country
Typical hourly rates for IGCSE Mathematics across key markets, in local currency and US dollars.
| Country | Local rate (per hour) | USD (approx) |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | GBP 22–42 | ~$28–53 |
| United States | USD 35–67 | ~$35–67 |
| United Arab Emirates | AED 105–195 | ~$28–53 |
| Qatar | QAR 95–185 | ~$27–51 |
| Saudi Arabia | SAR 90–170 | ~$24–45 |
| Germany | EUR 24–47 | ~$27–51 |
| Singapore | SGD 41–79 | ~$31–59 |
| Malaysia | MYR 70–140 | ~$15–29 |
| India | INR 500–1,000 | ~$6–12 |
| Pakistan | PKR 1,400–2,700 | ~$5–10 |
Source: TutorOnn market-rate research, 2026. IGCSE Mathematics, online tutoring.
A-Level tutoring rates by subject (UK)
Typical UK hourly rates for core A-Level subjects.
| A-Level subject | UK rate (GBP/hour) | USD (approx) |
|---|---|---|
| Mathematics | £28–55 | ~$36–70 |
| Physics | £30–60 | ~$38–76 |
| Chemistry | £30–60 | ~$38–76 |
| Biology | £28–55 | ~$36–70 |
| Economics | £28–55 | ~$36–70 |
| English Literature | £28–55 | ~$36–70 |
Source: TutorOnn market-rate research, 2026.
Tutoring cost by region (affordability index)
Average hourly tutoring rate across all subjects, indexed to the UK (UK = 100).
| Country | Avg rate (USD/hour) | Index (UK = 100) |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | ~$8 | 18 |
| India | ~$10 | 22 |
| Malaysia | ~$26 | 55 |
| Saudi Arabia | ~$40 | 85 |
| Qatar | ~$44 | 95 |
| Germany | ~$44 | 95 |
| United Kingdom | ~$47 | 100 |
| United Arab Emirates | ~$47 | 100 |
| Singapore | ~$51 | 110 |
| United States | ~$58 | 125 |
Source: TutorOnn market-rate research, 2026. Average across 30 subjects.
Methodology
This report is based on TutorOnn's market-rate research database, compiled and locked in May 2026. Rates were established for 30 core subjects across 20 countries (600 subject–country combinations), covering online tutoring only.
Rates use the UK (GBP) as a base reference and are adjusted per country using local market multipliers and exchange rates fixed in May 2026 (GBP→USD at 1.27). Local-currency figures are rounded to clean steps to avoid false precision. The data reflects typical market ranges for one-to-one online tutoring; it is informational guidance, not a price floor or ceiling. Figures are refreshed periodically as currencies and markets shift.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an IGCSE tutor cost in 2026?
IGCSE tutoring typically costs around £22–42/hour (~$28–53) in the UK, with comparable rates in the UAE and lower rates in South Asia, for example PKR 1,400–2,700/hour (~$5–10) in Pakistan. Rates vary by subject and tutor.
Are A-Level tutors more expensive than GCSE tutors?
Yes. A-Level tutoring costs around 37% more than GCSE on average (roughly $54/hour versus $40/hour in the UK), reflecting the higher level of study.
Which country has the most affordable tutoring?
Among the markets surveyed, Pakistan and India offer the most affordable online tutoring, averaging around $8–10/hour, while the United States, Singapore and Australia are the most expensive at around $51–58/hour.
Is online tutoring cheaper than in-person tutoring?
This report covers online tutoring rates. Online lessons often remove travel costs and give access to tutors in lower-cost regions, which can make them more affordable than local in-person tutoring, though rates vary by tutor and subject.
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