National Learning Group offers one-to-one online tutoring across supported subjects and selected small-group programmes for GCSE Maths and GCSE English. This page compares how each method works, who it may suit, lesson length, pricing and availability.
NLG has two main online tutoring methods for school-age learners: personalised one-to-one tutoring and selected small-group tutoring. One-to-one tutoring gives one student a dedicated tutor. Group tutoring brings up to eight pupils together for a structured programme where the subject, timetable and group level are shared.
Neither format is automatically right for every student. The better route depends on how much individualisation the learner needs, whether an eligible group exists, and whether a suitable group place is available.
A dedicated online tutor works with one learner at a time, allowing lesson content and pace to be adjusted around that student’s current understanding and priorities.
Tutor-led online groups bring up to eight pupils together for a shared 60-minute programme, with a common timetable, subject focus and suitable group level.
This comparison uses factual differences between the two NLG routes rather than assuming one method is better for every child.
| Feature | One-to-One Online Tutoring | Eligible Group Tutoring |
|---|---|---|
| Students per lesson | 1 student | Up to 8 pupils |
| Lesson length | 40 minutes | 60 minutes |
| Lesson focus | Individual learner plan | Shared programme and group level |
| Scheduling | Arranged around tutor and learner availability | Fixed programme timetable |
| Supported subjects | NLG’s supported tutoring subjects and stages | GCSE Maths and GCSE English only |
| SEND route | Dedicated SEND one-to-one pricing and support available | Suitability depends on the learner and available group placement |
| Peer learning | Not part of the lesson format | Learners work alongside peers |
| Starting price | From £39.90 per 40-minute lesson | Eligible groups from £16 per week |
| Availability | Subject to suitable tutor availability | Subject to availability, enrolment and placement |
Pricing depends on the route and education level. One-to-one tutoring is priced per 40-minute lesson, while eligible group programmes start from a weekly 60-minute group rate.
Primary, Secondary and GCSE one-to-one tutoring costs £39.90 per 40-minute lesson. A-Level tutoring costs £46. SEND one-to-one support starts from £43.90, with A-Level SEND at £48.
Selected GCSE Maths and GCSE English groups start from £16 per week for 60-minute sessions.
The best choice depends on the learner rather than a universal rule. One-to-one gives more individual control over pace and content. Group tutoring adds peer interaction and a shared routine, but only within the two currently eligible NLG group routes.
You do not need to decide from labels alone. Start with the learner’s subject, stage and support needs, then check which routes are genuinely available.
NLG tutors are DBS-checked before working with learners. The provider also reports more than 265,000 lessons delivered and over 9,000 students supported across its wider tutoring services.
Direct answers to the main questions parents ask when comparing one-to-one and group tutoring.
One-to-one tutoring gives one student a dedicated tutor and a lesson focus tailored to that learner. NLG group tutoring brings up to eight pupils together for a shared 60-minute programme. Groups are limited to GCSE Maths and GCSE English.
One-to-one lessons are 40 minutes. Eligible group sessions are 60 minutes and can include up to eight pupils.
Primary, Secondary and GCSE one-to-one tutoring costs £39.90 per 40-minute lesson. A-Level costs £46. SEND one-to-one tutoring starts at £43.90, with A-Level SEND at £48.
Eligible GCSE Maths and GCSE English groups start from £16 per week for 60-minute sessions. Places depend on current availability, sufficient enrolment and suitable group placement.
NLG group tutoring is limited to GCSE Maths and GCSE English. Other supported subjects and stages are currently offered through one-to-one tutoring.
NLG offers dedicated SEND one-to-one routes because individual tutoring allows pace, resources and lesson focus to be adapted around the learner. Whether any group setting is suitable depends on the individual learner and the available placement.
A change of route may be possible, but group tutoring is subject to programme availability, sufficient enrolment, suitable placement and confirmation by NLG.
Explore one-to-one tutoring for personalised support, or check whether an eligible GCSE Maths or GCSE English group currently has a suitable place.
