Online maths tutor

Parents of pupils from primary to A-level, and students or adult learners paying for themselves.

Hourly fees per pupil, group session fees, or block bookings for exam revision. Taking pupils from across the country widens your pool of clients.

• Strong maths knowledge and familiarity with UK curricula and exam boards
• Comfort with video calls and digital whiteboards
• Clear communication and building rapport through a screen

• Consider an enhanced DBS check, as many parents expect one for tutors working with children
• Safeguarding online: agree rules with parents, such as a parent nearby and no private messaging with pupils
• Think about data protection, since you will hold pupils' and parents' details (check ICO guidance)
• If you use tutoring platforms, check their fees and rules
• Register as a sole trader with HMRC and keep records of income

Estimates suggest startup costs are typically around £100 to £800, depending on your tablet or digital whiteboard set-up and optional extras such as an enhanced DBS check. Remember to register as a sole trader with HMRC and keep income records.

Estimates suggest monthly revenue is typically around £400 to £3,000, depending on how many pupils you teach and how many hours you work. If you use tutoring platforms, check their fees and rules, as these affect what you keep.

Check whether to get an enhanced DBS check, as many parents expect one, and agree online safeguarding rules with parents, such as a parent nearby and no private messaging. Also think about data protection, since you will hold pupils' details (check ICO guidance).