Preply Kids
Preply is an online tutoring marketplace with more than 100,000 tutors. Its tutors-for-kids section lets parents pick a 1:1 tutor for languages, math or school subjects, book a trial lesson, then subscribe to a weekly lesson plan billed every 28 days.
What is Preply Kids?
Preply is a large online tutoring marketplace based in Brookline, Massachusetts. It lists more than 100,000 tutors from over 180 countries, teaching 120+ subjects. Preply Kids refers to its tutors-for-kids section, where parents can find tutors who work with children, mostly for languages but also for math and school subjects.
Preply is a marketplace, not a school. You choose the tutor, and the tutor plans the lessons.
How it works
- Find a tutor. Filter by subject, price, availability and the tutor's languages. Watch intro videos and read reviews.
- Book a trial. Pick a 25- or 50-minute trial lesson. It's paid, and it's charged when you book.
- Subscribe. If you like the tutor, choose a weekly plan. You pay for 28 days of lessons up front, and the plan renews every 28 days.
- Learn in Preply Classroom. Lessons happen on video. Between lessons, your child can message the tutor and use practice tools.
If the trial isn't a fit, you can request a free replacement trial with another tutor, up to 2 per account. You can switch tutors later too.
For younger kids, stay nearby during the first lessons and keep all communication on Preply.
What it covers
| Area | Examples |
|---|---|
| Languages | English, Spanish, French, German, Mandarin, Japanese, Arabic and many more |
| Math | Elementary math through algebra and beyond |
| School subjects | History, writing, science, computer science |
| Test prep | Language exams and other tests, depending on tutor |
Who it's best for
Preply works best for families who want a budget-friendly 1:1 tutor, especially for a second language, and who are happy to choose a tutor themselves. Language practice with a native speaker is where it stands out.
Look elsewhere if you want a structured US curriculum or a company that vets and assigns tutors. Varsity Tutors handles matching for you, and Brighterly runs structured math and reading lessons. For kids' language programs built around a curriculum, see Novakid or Homeschool Spanish Academy. Browse languages and tutoring.
Pricing at a glance
Tutors set their own prices. As of October 2026, the kids tutor filters run from $3 to $40+ per lesson, and many experienced tutors charge about $30–$70 for 50 minutes. Expect a paid trial, then a 28-day auto-renewing plan with a processing fee. Refunds are possible only if no lessons from that cycle were used.
Can a scholarship or ESA pay for it?
It depends on the tutor. Arizona ESA allows tutoring from individuals who meet its credential rule, and Florida's FES-UA requires part-time tutors to hold specific credentials and register with the program. Many marketplace tutors won't meet those rules. Read what ESA funds can buy, then save Preply to your wishlist and apply once to the scholarships that fit your family.
How it compares
- Wyzant is a US-focused marketplace with pay-per-lesson billing and in-person options.
- Cambly Kids and Novakid focus on English for children with set curricula.
- Outschool offers live small-group classes and 1:1 tutoring for ages 3–18.
See more in tutoring.
Who Preply Kids is for (and who it isn’t)
Best for
- Kids learning English, Spanish, Mandarin or another language
- Families on a budget who want 1:1 lessons
- Parents who want to choose a tutor by video, price and reviews
- Flexible scheduling across time zones
Look elsewhere if
- Parents who want a company to vet and assign a tutor
- Families who dislike auto-renewing subscriptions
- Kids who need a structured, school-aligned curriculum
Preply Kids pros and cons
Pros
- Huge choice of tutors and price points
- Prices, intro videos and reviews visible before booking
- Switch tutors anytime, with free trial replacements
- Strong for language learning
- Responsive support, according to public reviews
Cons
- Paid trial, then an auto-renewing 28-day subscription
- Refunds only when no lessons in the cycle were used
- Tutor quality varies widely
- Processing fee added at checkout
- Not built specifically around US school standards
What’s included
- Browse tutor profiles with intro videos, prices and verified reviews
- 25- or 50-minute trial lesson before subscribing
- Weekly lesson subscriptions billed every 28 days
- Switch tutors anytime; free trial replacements
- Preply Classroom for video lessons
- Practice tools and placement tests for language learners
- Mobile app
Preply Kids levels
For language learners, Preply offers placement tests that assess current level and help track progress. For other subjects, the trial lesson is where the tutor gauges your child's level and goals.
Official Preply Kids placement test ↗How much does Preply Kids cost?
Each tutor sets a per-lesson price. As of October 2026, the price filter on Preply's tutors-for-kids page spans $3 to $40+ per lesson, and many experienced tutors on that page list about $30–$70 for a 50-minute lesson. You first pay for a trial lesson, then subscribe to a weekly plan with your chosen tutor. Subscriptions charge for 28 days of lessons at checkout and renew automatically every 28 days. Checkout adds a processing fee and any applicable taxes.
Free trial: The trial lesson is paid. If a completed trial doesn't meet expectations, you can request a free replacement trial with a different tutor, up to 2 per account.
Prices from the provider, checked 2026-10-13. Always confirm on the official site.
Future opening updates
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View wishlistWhat parents say
A summary of public parent feedback we read on forums, app stores and review sites. It is not a set of Edulist family reviews.
Preply holds a 4.4 TrustScore on Trustpilot from more than 25,000 reviews as of October 2026. Learners praise support staff, individual tutors and the ease of the platform. Complaints focus on subscriptions: lessons expiring, cancellations that return lessons to the balance rather than refunding money, and quality that varies by tutor.
Common praise
- Fast, courteous customer support
- Visible progress with a good tutor
- Simple classroom and scheduling tools
Common complaints
- Unused lessons expire under subscription terms
- Canceling doesn't refund money once credits are used
- Experience varies a lot by tutor
Sources: trustpilot.com · preply.com
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Preply Kids FAQs
How much does Preply cost?
Tutors set their own prices. As of October 2026, Preply's kids tutor search filters span $3 to $40+ per lesson, and many experienced tutors list about $30–$70 for 50 minutes. After a paid trial, you subscribe to a weekly plan billed every 28 days, plus a processing fee.
Is Preply legit?
Yes. Preply is an established tutoring company based in Brookline, Massachusetts, with more than 100,000 tutors and a 4.4 TrustScore from over 25,000 Trustpilot reviews as of October 2026. The main complaints involve subscription renewals and refunds, so read those terms first.
Does Preply have a free trial?
No. The first trial lesson is paid. If it doesn't go well, you can request a free replacement trial with a different tutor, up to 2 times per account.
How do I cancel Preply and get a refund?
Cancel your subscription in your account before the next 28-day renewal. Preply may refund a charge if no lessons from that cycle were used and you ask within 28 days, through support chat. Canceling alone doesn't trigger a refund.
Is Preply good for kids?
It can be, especially for language practice with a patient tutor. Look for tutors who list experience teaching children, watch their intro video, and sit in on the trial. Younger kids may need a parent nearby during lessons.
What subjects can kids learn on Preply?
Preply is strongest for languages like English, Spanish, French and Mandarin, but it also lists tutors for math, history, writing, computer science and test prep.
Can I use an ESA for Preply?
Possibly, but it depends on the tutor. ESA programs set credential rules for tutors and often require them to register with the program's payment platform. Save Preply to your Edulist wishlist and check scholarships for your state.
Sources and last checked
Checked 2026-10-13 against these sources:
- preply.com · tutors for kids
- preply.com · how it works
- preply.com · subscription
- help.preply.com · 15432866 how and when will i be charged
- help.preply.com · 9901475 how do refunds work at preply
- help.preply.com · 4182743 how to request a free trial lesson replacement
- help.preply.com · 4179289 rules for students
- trustpilot.com · preply.com
- azed.gov · ESA 2025 2026 Handbook.pdf
- go.stepupforstudents.org · Part Time Tutoring.pdf