Learn English with native speaking tutors

    Looking for a native English tutor? Preply is the leading online language learning platform worldwide. Becoming 100% fluent in English can be hard, but our native English tutors are here to help. Filter tutors based on country of origin, so you can find a tutor that suits your needs. Looking for a different way to learn a language? Explore online English classes.
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    • Cathy K.
      Professional

      $389

      50-min lesson

      17

      students

      3940

      lessons
      • English

      17 active students

      3,940 lessons

        Speaks
      • English (Native)

      Friendly UK TEFL 5 tutor, World top 100 university graduate. Specialist coach: IELTS, TOEFL, GMAT, Business English, Critical Thinking, TOEIC, GRE, OTE, OET, SAT, Cambridge, SELT, PTE, and other tests. Accountant. Proven record of delivery. — My name is Cathy. I am an experienced, professional English tutor from the UK. As a proud member of the IATEFL organisation (for tutors), I look forward to helping you reach your goals. Welcome to my lessons! I am looking forward to hearing about your learning priorities, plus your hobbies and interests.

      Why choose Cathy K.

      "Methods she use is beneficial to learn.🌷 You should try this experience with Madam Cathy. She has high willing for us to teach.🌷"

      Esin

      Esin

      May 25, 2023

    • Paula A.
      ProfessionalSuper Tutor

      $350

      50-min lesson

      18

      students

      1487

      lessons
      • English

      18 active students

      1,487 lessons

        Speaks
      • English (Native),
      • Spanish (Native)

      +1

      English Speaking for Professional & Academic Goals | Native English Tutor (Certified) — Hi, I’m Paula — a certified English instructor from California with a background in legal linguistics. I work with intermediate and advanced learners (B1+) who already speak English and use English at work.
      My students can communicate in English, but want to speak more clearly, confidently, and naturally in meetings, discussions, presentations, or professional conversations.

      Why choose Paula A.

      "I highly recommend her.😊 She has good materials to teach. She also analyses student's problems and reflects them in the class."

      길동

      길동

      June 18, 2024

      Popular. Booked 10 times recently

    • Arthur James F.
      ProfessionalSuper Tutor

      $272

      50-min lesson

      18

      students

      666

      lessons
      • English

      18 active students

      666 lessons

        Speaks
      • English (Native),
      • Afrikaans (Native)

      +1

      English & Professional Skills Coach | Business English, Communication & Confidence | UK Native | IELTS/Cambridge | 5★ Tutor — 🎄🎄🎄 Hi, its the festive season so if you are looking for a teacher please bookmark my profile to lock in the price now and start learning in 2026! I am on holiday from 22/12/25 and back on 02/01/26. There are only a handful of lessons remaining this year - thanks to my amazing students and their fabulous results.

      Why choose Arthur James F.

      "Arthur is a calm, attentive, and thoughtful teacher. Conversations with him are engaging — from history to psychology — always with a focus on improving English. Highly recommend."

      Leon

      Leon

      June 3, 2025

    • Thomas C.
      ProfessionalSuper Tutor

      $233

      50-min lesson

      35

      students

      1129

      lessons
      • English

      35 active students

      1,129 lessons

        Speaks
      • English (Native)

      Friendly and Motivational Tutor from London, UK — Hi, my name is Thomas, I am a well spoken native English speaker from London. I have great experience of teaching students from all over the world for many years. My interests include, nature, philosophy, psychology and sport.
      I have many years experience teaching English to a vast array of students.

      Why choose Thomas C.

      "Thomas is very clear in his presentation of ideas and encourages learning."

      Margarida

      Margarida

      April 15, 2025

      Very popular. Booked 12 times recently

    • Sarah H.
      Professional

      $311

      50-min lesson

      9

      students

      601

      lessons
      • English

      9 active students

      601 lessons

        Speaks
      • English (Native)

      Specialising in OET and NMC OSCE preparation and Conversational English. 17+ years experience in the NHS. — Hello Students!
      My name is Sarah, and I am from the United Kingdom. I am a native English speaker.
      I have over 17 years experience working in the NHS within the nursing profession, as well as providing professional training, education and supervision within these fields.

      Why choose Sarah H.

      "My daughter has been practicing with Sarah for the last year, and she had an excellent experience with her right from the start. They began by having simples conversations, and than moved on to reviewing some grammar rules or structures, and Sarah has been very helpfull in both these settings, always adapting to the student needs and requests. She is very friendly, kind and patient. She also provided some learing tools, like games and the like, which were very appreciated. So, I'd definetely recommend her for students of all degrees of skill. "

      angelo

      angelo

      March 24, 2025

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    • Lauren K.
      Professional

      $311

      50-min lesson

      27

      students

      1969

      lessons
      • English

      27 active students

      1,969 lessons

        Speaks
      • English (Native),
      • Spanish (Intermediate)

      🎖 TEFL Certified | 9+ Years of Experience | Native English Tutor 🗣 Conversation | IELTS | Grammar | Reading & Writing | Interview & Exam Prep ✅ Customised 1:1 Courses | 25 or 50-Minute Lessons — Hey there, I'm Lauren! 👋🏽 🇬🇧
      🔥 10,000+ hours taught online | 9+ years of experience
      🎖 120-hour TEFL Certified
      😁 Interactive, Enthusiastic, Motivating & Patient Teacher
      ⭐ Courses: Conversation | Grammar | Pronunciation | IELTS | Reading & Writing
      ✅ Custom 1:1 courses | 25 or 50-minute lessons

      Why choose Lauren K.

      "Lauren is a 10 star teacher! She has a lot of positive energy and patience. It s great to have her as a teacher! 🙏 "

      Alina

      Alina

      November 20, 2024

    • Paul S.
      Professional

      $467

      50-min lesson

      16

      students

      1022

      lessons
      • English

      16 active students

      1,022 lessons

        Speaks
      • English (Native)

      Taking the IELTS exam soon? Which band score do you need? — I'm Paul, a dedicated IELTS Academic Coach and CELTA qualified English Language Teacher with over a decade of experience.
      Having spent years guiding hundreds of students to achieve success in the IELTS exams, I am now focus exclusively on IELTS exam coaching.

      Why choose Paul S.

      "Paul is an awsome teacher. He knows and understand deeply about IELTS test, so he gives many tips and know-how. And I was empressed that he has many example and methods to explain grammers and vocabularies. Even if I didn't take the test, still he's helping me a lot to speak in English correctly and properly. so regardless of the test, if you want to learn about how to speak and write in English, I highly recommend him."

      Ellie

      Ellie

      March 30, 2024

      Popular. Booked 6 times recently

    • Mark H.
      Super Tutor

      $288

      50-min lesson

      11

      students

      248

      lessons
      • English

      11 active students

      248 lessons

        Speaks
      • English (Native),
      • French (Advanced)

      +3

      Certified IELTS English tutor from the UK with 7 years of experience — I've taught for 7 years, focusing on business and general English and have had great results from my students in IELTS and other examinations - looking forward to meeting you! We'll work out a custom program according to your needs and requirements so that your lessons are both enjoyable and productive.

      Why choose Mark H.

      "Mark is a wonderful teacher: knowledgeable, engaging, and attentive to students' needs. He helped me comprehend which aspects I needed to work specifically on, from grammar to pronunciation, from vocabulary to content. He is also able to make you learn while having fun! I can only thank him for the effort he puts into preparing each lesson and for the improvements he is helping me achieve. "

      Annalisa

      Annalisa

      May 27, 2024

    • Ivan H.
      Professional

      $303

      50-min lesson

      12

      students

      1727

      lessons
      • English

      12 active students

      1,727 lessons

        Speaks
      • English (Native)

      Former IELTS Examiner/CELTA-qualified English teacher from the UK with over 25 years’ experience in IELTS Prep/General/Business English. The IELTS/Business English expert trusted by test takers and working professionals alike. — Are you nervous about your upcoming IELTS test — or struggling to sound confident in meetings and emails? Or maybe you are just looking to take your English skills to the next level?
      If you're looking for expert guidance to achieve your goals - whether it's for your upcoming IELTS test or your next business meeting - you've come to the right place.

      Why choose Ivan H.

      "Had a great pleasure working with Ivan. Very knowledgeable, informative and warm. Highly recommend him! 👍🏻😊"

      Paulina

      Paulina

      April 19, 2023

    • Lisa L.
      Professional

      $451

      50-min lesson

      5

      students

      183

      lessons
      • English

      5 active students

      183 lessons

        Speaks
      • English (Native),
      • French (Beginner)

      Accent Reduction & Pronunciation Coach | English Tutor 15+ years experience — Welcome! My name is Lisa. I am from the USA, currently live in India, and have over 15 years experience teaching English to students of all ages worldwide. I have taught both overseas and online, completing thousands of online classes — over 7,900! Many of these focused on accent reduction and English pronunciation training.

      Why choose Lisa L.

      "Lisa has been an absolutely fantastic accent coach! She introduced me to the General American accent and has been instrumental in my improvement. I especially love how she catches every small detail in my sound and provides corrections every time. Her guidance is incredibly effective and encouraging!"

      Temuri

      Temuri

      May 27, 2025

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    What are the benefits of English classes with a native speaker compared to regular English classes?

    Learning English with a native speaker offers several advantages compared to regular English classes. Native speakers have a deep understanding of the language, including its nuances, idioms, and cultural references. This allows them to provide authentic and natural language input, helping you develop a more native-like fluency. Native speakers can also offer insights into the culture and customs associated with the language, giving you a well-rounded learning experience. Additionally, learning from a native speaker can improve your pronunciation and accent, as you'll be exposed to the correct intonation and rhythm from the start. Overall, English classes with a native speaker provide a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the language and culture, accelerating your learning and helping you achieve your language goals faster.

    What qualifications and experience do Preply native English tutors have?

    Preply's native English tutors are highly qualified and experienced professionals. They hold various qualifications such as master's degrees in Communications, Linguistics, and other relevant fields. Many tutors also have certificates in EFL teaching and online learning, ensuring they have the necessary skills to effectively teach English online. With an average of 20 years of teaching experience, our tutors have honed their expertise in both classroom and online settings. They specialize in practice-based language learning, focusing on conversation, grammar, vocabulary, listening, and pronunciation. Our tutors have diverse backgrounds, including media studies, documentary production, and experience teaching executives and parliamentary members. They offer custom-made lessons, tailored to your specific needs and goals, using market-leading book series and precise curriculum development. Rest assured, our native English tutors have the qualifications and experience to provide you with high-quality language instruction.

    How much do English classes with a native speaking tutor cost per hour?

    The cost of English classes with a native speaking tutor on Preply varies depending on the tutor's experience and qualifications. Our tutors' price per hour ranges between $3 and $100 dollars, with an average price of $14 per hour. You can choose a tutor that fits within your budget and offers the expertise you're looking for. We believe in providing flexible options to accommodate learners of all backgrounds and learning goals. With Preply, you can find a native English tutor who meets your needs and offers competitive pricing for their valuable expertise.

    Will I be able to take English classes with a native speaker who also speaks my own language?

    Yes, you can find native English tutors on Preply who also speak your own language. Our platform offers a wide range of tutors with diverse language backgrounds. Many of our native English tutors are fluent in multiple languages, including Russian, Ukrainian, Spanish, French, and German, among others. This means you can have the added benefit of learning English from a native speaker who understands the challenges you may face as a speaker of your own language. They can provide explanations and guidance in your native language, making the learning process more comfortable and effective. When searching for a tutor, you can filter by language to find a native English speaker who can also communicate with you in your preferred language.

    What do other students say about Preply's native English tutors?

    Preply users have praised their tutors for being attentive, polite, and competent in various topics. They appreciate that the lessons are engaging and informative, and they see great progress in their language learning. Users also like the personalized approach of the tutors, who take into account their specific needs and goals. The Preply platform is praised for its user-friendly interface and the availability of a wide range of tutors with different teaching styles and expertise. Overall, users highly recommend their Preply tutors for effective and enjoyable language learning experiences.