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Tutormint Blog

Honest Advice, Not a Sales Pitch

Straight answers on tutoring costs, exam preparation and revision — backed by real evidence, written by a tutor with 15+ years in the classroom. We say when tutoring isn't the answer, too.

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11+

When Should You Start 11+ Preparation? A Year-by-Year Answer

Structured preparation should begin at the start of Year 5, with gentle groundwork in Year 4. Here's exactly what that means in practice, year by year.

23 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

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Pricing

How Much Does a Tutor Cost in the UK? 2026 Prices by Subject and Level

Real rates by level, the five factors that push prices up, the hidden costs nobody advertises, and how to pay less without gambling on quality.

23 Jul 2026 · 3 min read

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Comparisons

Is Private Tutoring Worth It? An Honest Guide for UK Parents

The real costs, what the research evidence actually shows, and a simple three-question test for whether tutoring is the right spend for your family this year.

23 Jul 2026 · 3 min read