Experience and subject knowledge
- Which classes and subjects have you taught? Listen for specific examples from your child’s level, not just “all subjects”.
- What did you study, and where? This matters most for higher classes, such as Class 11 and 12 Science.
- Do you know the course and textbook my child is using? For SEE, ask how familiar they are with past exam questions.
How they teach
- How would you start with a new student? Good tutors find out what the student already knows before planning lessons.
- What do you do when a student does not understand something? You want to hear about different approaches, not simply repeating the explanation.
- Will you help with homework, teach new topics, or both? Make sure this matches what your child needs.
- Could you explain this topic to me? Pick one your child finds hard, and see if the explanation makes sense to you.
Progress and communication
- How will we know that it is working? Look for a concrete answer, such as regular practice tests or chapter reviews.
- How often will you update me? Agree on this now, even if it is only a short message each month.
Practical details
- What is your fee, and what does it include? Ask how many sessions a month it covers, and how long each one is.
- What happens if you or we miss a class? Ask whether missed sessions are made up later.
- Can we start with a trial period? A confident tutor will usually be happy to agree to a few weeks’ trial.
Warning signs
- Promising a specific mark or result.
- Being unwilling to show certificates or identification.
- Vague answers about the classes they have taught.
- Asking for several months’ fees in advance.
With Tuitionly, you can chat with or call a tutor first, so you can ask these questions before sending a booking request.