Private Tutors in Whitley Bay
Music lessons, academic tutoring, art classes, and more — find the right teacher for you or your children in Whitley Bay and the surrounding area.
Music Tutors
Piano, guitar, singing, drums, and more — from beginner to grade 8.
Graham Don Piano Tuition
Associate of the London College of Music with over 25 years of professional piano and keyboard teaching. Lessons for children from age six to mature adults, covering classical, pop, jazz, and contemporary styles. In-person and online lessons available. Award of Excellence for highest marks in region.
Robertson Guitar Tuition
Long-established professional guitar school in Whitley Bay. Electric, acoustic, and classical guitar tuition plus popular and classical music theory. Principal Theory Examiner for the London College of Music. 100% pass rate in Trinity RockSchool and ABRSM exams. All ages and abilities.
Yamaha Tyneside
Yamaha Music School offering guitar, keyboard, and drums lessons for beginners and experienced students. One-to-one and group tuition with specially trained teachers.
Steve Wall Drum Tuition
Professional drum tuition based in North Tyneside. Lessons for all ages and abilities, from complete beginners to advanced players looking to refine technique.
1685 Piano & Harpsichord Tuition
Established in 1998 by Andrew Soulsby, one of the region's most experienced and qualified music teachers. Visiting Teacher of Harpsichord at Newcastle University and Piano at Northumbria University. Students achieve 100% merit/distinction pass rate in ABRSM examinations. All ages and levels.
Andrew Ridgwick Piano Tuition
Professional musician and piano teacher offering private tuition from his home studio in Whitley Bay. Over 20 years of teaching experience covering all ages, from elementary through to Grade 8 and beyond. Online lesson notes and progress tracking system available.
Academic Tutors
Maths, English, science, SATs, and GCSE preparation.
Kumon Whitley Bay
Maths and English tuition on York Road, Whitley Bay. Individualised study programmes for students of all ages and abilities. Weekly centre-based sessions plus daily home study following the Kumon self-learning method. Instructor Kelly Skinner brings 18 years of primary teaching experience.
The Learning Tree Tuition
Centre-based maths and English tuition for ages 6 to 16 at Whitley Bay High School. Run by a fully qualified teacher with 15 years of experience. Engaging, personalised sessions that mirror the school curriculum with regular progress monitoring. Approved provider through North Tyneside Council.
Sports Tutors
Football, tennis, swimming, gymnastics, martial arts, and more.
Waves — Swimming Lessons
Children's and adult swimming lessons at Waves leisure centre in Whitley Bay. Group and one-to-one lessons following the Swim England Learn to Swim Programme. Also offers aqua classes and pool parties.
Beverley Park Lawn Tennis Club — Coaching
Junior and adult tennis coaching at Beverley Park Lawn Tennis Club, founded in 1920. Four all-weather courts with programmes from Tots Tennis (age 2) through to adult Team Tennis coaching. Holiday camps and birthday parties also available. Head coach Carlos Caldeira.
Splash and Swim
Local swim school offering lessons for babies, toddlers, children, and adults at Woodlawn School pool in Monkseaton and other North Tyneside venues. Swim England accredited instructors with ASA Level 1 and Level 2 qualifications. Follows the national Learn to Swim award scheme.
Bonnie Wee Bathers
Gentle baby and toddler swimming lessons in a warm hydrotherapy pool at Woodlawn School in Monkseaton. Classes for ages 10 weeks to 4 years, plus sensory and SEND sessions. Small group sizes in a pool designed for comfort, safety, and enjoyment.
Whitley Bay Swim School
Swimming classes for babies and toddlers at the Woodlawn Schools Hydrotherapy Pool. Term-time sessions in a warm, purpose-designed pool. Instructor-led lessons focused on water confidence and early swimming skills.
Art & Craft Tutors
Drawing, painting, pottery, and creative workshops.
Hotpotz Ceramic Painting Studio
Walk-in pottery painting studio on Park View in Whitley Bay. No booking required — just turn up and paint from a wide selection of ceramic pieces. Open Tuesday to Saturday. Also hosts evening workshops and birthday parties.
Turpentyne Fine Art — Whitley Bay
Fine art drawing and painting classes at the Whitley Bay studio on Whitley Road. Weekly classes for ages 4-17, school break workshops for ages 5-14, and courses for adults. Skills-based curriculum in a dedicated studio, five minutes from Whitley Bay Metro.
The Seasons Art Class — Whitley Bay
14-week art course for adult beginners and improvers in Whitley Bay. Part of the national Seasons Art Class network, covering drawing and painting techniques in a relaxed, sociable setting. No previous experience needed.
Act2Cam
Ofsted-registered drama, arts, and film school offering after-school and weekend classes for young people. Students devise, perform, and shoot their own films under the guidance of qualified teachers. Classes in acting, directing, writing, producing, and special effects. Summer film camps also available.
Dance & Fitness Tutors
Dance classes and fitness for adults and families.
Stagecoach Performing Arts North Tyneside
Weekly performing arts sessions for ages 4 to 18 in Whitley Bay, combining dance, drama, and singing. Part of the national Stagecoach network, nurturing young potential and creative confidence.
Gillian Quinn School of Theatre Dance
Established for over 60 years, providing first-class training for dancers of all ages and abilities in Whitley Bay. IDTA-accredited classes in ballet, tap, modern jazz, and contemporary. A trusted institution in the North East dance community.
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