Tax Return for Tutors
Complete your Self Assessment in 8 minutes. Claim all your allowable expenses and submit directly to HMRC.
- Track lesson income
- Teaching materials support
- Home office deductions
- MTD-ready for 2026
Example Tax Calculation
Based on typical tutors earnings £25,000/year
*Illustrative example based on 2024/25 tax rates. Your actual tax depends on your specific circumstances.
Allowable Expenses for Tutors
Claim these tax-deductible expenses to reduce your tax bill
Teaching Materials
Books, worksheets, and resources used for tutoring sessions.
Tip: Keep receipts and note subject use.
Travel to Students
Mileage and travel costs for in-person lessons.
Tip: Log dates, locations, and miles.
Home Office Costs
A portion of household costs used for online teaching.
Tip: Use HMRC simplified expenses if easier.
Online Platform Fees
Fees paid to tutoring marketplaces or video platforms.
Tip: Include only business-use subscriptions.
More expenses you can claim
How to File Your Tax Return
Follow these simple steps to complete your Self Assessment
Gather Your Documents
Collect income records, receipts, and expense statements
Enter Income & Expenses
Add your earnings and claim allowable expenses with our guided flow
Review Your Calculation
See exactly how much tax you owe with real-time calculations
Submit to HMRC
File your tax return directly to HMRC in minutes
Key Deadlines for 2024/25 Tax Year
Don't miss these important dates
5 April 2025
Tax Year Ends
Calculate your final income and expenses
5 October 2025
Register for Self Assessment
If this is your first year self-employed
31 January 2026
Online Filing Deadline
Submit your tax return and pay any tax owed
6 April 2026
MTD Starts (£50k+)
If your income exceeds £50,000, you must use MTD software
Late Filing Penalties
1 day late: £100 fixed penalty
3 months late: £10/day up to £900
6 months late: 5% of tax owed or £300 (whichever is higher)
12 months late: Additional 5% or £300
Plus interest on any tax paid late. Avoid these costs by filing early with QTax.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions about tax returns for tutors
Do tutors need to register as self-employed?
If you earn over £1,000 from tutoring, you must register for Self Assessment.
Can I claim travel and materials?
Yes. Teaching materials and travel to students are allowable expenses.
What is the tax return deadline?
Online Self Assessment is due by 31 January after the tax year ends.
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