The Best Online Tutors In Makkah

Spires offer private tuition to students based across Makkah who are studying in English or Arabic and following the UK education system or other international curricula. Our online tutoring covers a wide range of subjects and student levels.

• UK school entrance exams – 7+/8+, 11+, 13+ and Common Entrance
• KS3, GCSE and A-Level; IGCSE, IB Diploma and Advanced Placement (AP)
• University-level support – Undergraduate, Master’s/Postgraduate and PhD tuition, including specialist modules and pharmacy, computer science and data topics
• University admissions and test preparation, including Oxbridge admissions tests and UCAS personal statement support
• Core subjects: mathematics, English language, physics, chemistry, biology, economics, history and social studies
• Arabic language, Quran tuition and Arabic-language curriculum support for students in Saudi Arabia
• Professional and chartered exam preparation, plus bespoke lesson plans for specific modules

We tailor lessons to the student’s level and goals. If you need a tutor in Mecca for mathematics, English lessons, Arabic language or university preparation, Spires can match you with top tutors and private teachers experienced in international education and the Makkah province context.

Spires operate a premium online marketplace where private tutors set their own rates through a sealed-bid auction. Typical starting rates are:

• £30 per hour for school-level tuition (GCSE, A-Level, IGCSE, IB)
• £40 per hour for undergraduate tuition
• £50 per hour for Master’s/Postgraduate, professional and admissions support

Actual fees may be higher for highly experienced tutors – for example, examiner tutors or tutors with many years of teaching experience may charge premium rates. Students pay only for hours booked; Stripe processes secure international payments immediately after each class. There are no placement fees or long-term contracts from Spires – individual tutors may negotiate their own discounts or terms. Tutors may charge full fees for no-shows.

Absolutely. Spires work with a highly qualified network of tutors who have significant experience helping students in Saudi Arabia and internationally adapt to UK and global education standards.

• All tutors have a minimum of two years’ classroom experience and many have 10+ years of teaching experience
• All tutors hold university degrees (BSc, BA, MSc, MA, PhD) and many are current or former teachers, university lecturers or examiners
• Professional vetting includes an interview, an online-class demonstration, enhanced DBS checks and KYC verification – see our DBS check process
• Only 7% of applicants are accepted, so students can expect some of the best tutors available online

Our certified tutors deliver concept-based learning in clear, easy-to-understand ways, whether teaching Arabic, mathematics, English language or subject-specific university modules.

Spires have a strong track record for helping international students, including those in Makkah, achieve improved grades and successful admissions outcomes.

• 93% of students report a grade improvement after tutoring (2025 survey)
• Median tuition for students reporting improvement: 32 hours (Undergraduate), 33 hours (A-Level)
• Average grade uplift: +1.8 grade boundaries
• GCSE: 97% improved with an average uplift of +2.4 grades; 78% achieved grades 7-9; 53% achieved grades 8-9
• A-Level: 93% improved; 61% achieved A or A*
• Undergraduate: 93% improved; 40% achieved a first (0% before tutoring)
• Average live-class rating across 100,000+ classes = 4.97/5; Trustpilot = 4.7/5 (1,000+ reviews)

* Based on Spires Client Feedback Survey 2025

Spires specialise in online tutoring only; we do not offer in-person lessons. The online model makes it simple to access UK-standard tutors from anywhere in Makkah and Saudi Arabia.

• Create a request specifying subject, level and learning goals
• Receive bids from qualified tutors who outline their hourly rate and experience
• Have a free consultation or a 10-15 minute introductory call before booking
• All lessons run in the Spires classroom with BitPaper whiteboard, screen share and file sharing
• Stripe handles payments automatically after each class

Requests are sent instantly to tutors covering your subject, so you’ll often find a match quickly. If you’re looking for tutors near Makkah’s major cities, see our city pages for Jeddah, Taif and Rabigh for tutors who frequently work with students in the region:

• Tutors in Jeddah
• Tutors in Taif
• Tutors in Rabigh

For subject-specific online tuition across the Makkah province, see our regional subject pages:

• Online maths tutors – Makkah
• Online physics tutors – Makkah
• Online chemistry tutors – Makkah
• Online Arabic tutors – Makkah
• Online English tutors – Makkah

Yes. University admissions support is a core Spires offering. Our tutors help students in Makkah with applications to UK and international universities, including Oxbridge and Russell Group institutions.

• UCAS applications and personal statement drafting aligned to UK admissions standards
• All Oxford & Cambridge admissions tests and competitive interview preparation
• Support for US applications and standardised test guidance where required
• Guidance on subject choice, curriculum alignment and evidence of academic potential

Students in Makkah receive tailored advice on how to present international qualifications, translate grades, and prepare for admissions tests and interviews with the same rigor as students in the UK.

Spires clients based in the Makkah province study across a range of local and international institutions. Common destinations and partner institutions include:

• Umm Al-Qura University (Makkah)
• King Abdulaziz University (Jeddah)
• Taif University (Taif)
• International and British-curriculum schools in Jeddah and Taif

Our tutors frequently support students transitioning from local Saudi curricula to UK-style assessments, as well as those aiming for international universities. If you need help matching lessons to a particular university course or school syllabus, mention the institution in your request and we will find tutors with relevant subject expertise and experience.