How much does a GCSE tutor cost?
A private GCSE or A-level tutor in the UK typically costs £50 to £100 an hour, so a term of weekly lessons comes to £600 to £1,200. Inkling’s 1-to-1 AI tutor costs £10 to £12 an hour: the same 12 hours is £132. Private tutors bring a human relationship; Inkling adds availability at any hour and progress updates for parents.
The numbers
Hours a month
Inkling plan
Inkling price
Private tutor at £50/hr
2
Practice
£24 (£12/hr)
£100
4
Progress
£44 (£11/hr)
£200
8
Mastery
£80 (£10/hr)
£400
What you get for the money
Private tutor: a human relationship, but travel, a fixed weekly slot and waiting lists for the best tutors.
Inkling: available 24/7 in flexible sessions, teaches to the AQA, Edexcel or CIE specification, and sends parents progress updates.
The evidence: 1-to-1 tutoring is one of the most effective ways to raise attainment (Bloom, 1984), and Inkling’s 2026 study found regular users finished 1.25 grades above non-users.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a GCSE tutor per hour in the UK?
Typically £50 to £100 an hour for a private tutor. Inkling’s AI tutor is £10 to £12 an hour.
Is an AI tutor as good as a private tutor?
It can’t replace a person, but it delivers 1-to-1 questioning and feedback. In Inkling’s 2026 study, regular users finished 1.25 grades above non-users.
Are there hidden costs?
No. Plans are monthly, extra hours can be topped up, and you can cancel any time.