How much do private lessons cost in Egypt?
Prices checked Oct 23, 2026
In Egypt, private lessons are paid per lesson, and the price depends heavily on the group size. A one-to-one lesson costs about 200 to 300 pounds in primary school and 400 to 600 in the first secondary years. For Thanaweya Amma, the final secondary year, individual lessons can cost 800 to 1,500 pounds or more.
Typical Egyptian prices per one-to-one lesson
| Level | Typical price (per lesson) |
|---|---|
| Primary | EGP 200 – EGP 300 |
| Preparatory | EGP 300 – EGP 450 |
| Secondary (first two years) | EGP 400 – EGP 600 |
| Thanaweya Amma | EGP 800 – EGP 1,500 |
Prices in Egyptian pounds per individual lesson, from figures published in August 2026. Group lessons at centers cost much less per student.
Group size changes everything
Most Egyptian students study in groups, at a center or at the teacher's home. A center owner quoted by Masrawy in August 2026 gave these prices for a large group lesson:
- Primary: 50 to 80 pounds.
- Preparatory: 80 to 120 pounds.
- Secondary: 120 to 180 pounds.
- Thanaweya Amma: 150 to 350 pounds.
Why Thanaweya Amma costs so much
Your final secondary score decides which university faculty you can enter, so families spend the most in that year. Well-known teachers fill their groups early, and private one-to-one lessons with them are expensive. Online platforms selling monthly subscriptions per subject, often 800 to 1,400 pounds a month, are a cheaper alternative.
Common questions
How much is a private lesson for Thanaweya Amma?
A one-to-one lesson often costs 800 to 1,500 pounds or more. A seat in a large group lesson costs about 150 to 350 pounds.
Are prices different in Cairo and the governorates?
Yes. Prices in Cairo, Giza and Alexandria are usually higher than in smaller governorates, often by a wide margin.
Do centers charge a registration fee?
Some do, and many sell their own notes and booklets on top of the lesson price. Ask for the full cost of the term.
Where these numbers come from
These ranges combine published price guides, tutoring platforms and pay surveys. They are estimates, not official rates. Real quotes depend on the tutor, the subject and the city.
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