This is general educational guidance. Check the linked official sources and your child’s school instructions for the applicable syllabus and assessment year.
Questions about the learning need
Ask what information the tutor would review at the start and how priorities would be chosen. Share a recent paper or a specific example of difficulty.
A thoughtful response should distinguish concept gaps, application, study habits and exam technique instead of promising a quick result.
Ask questions such as:
- How would you diagnose the main gap?
- What would you do if the first explanation does not work?
- How will you check that my child can work independently?
- Which materials should we prepare?
Questions about relevant experience
Clarify experience with the exact subject, level and syllabus. Ask for an example of how the tutor teaches a common difficulty, while respecting the privacy of other students.
Experience should be considered with communication and fit. A detailed profile does not replace observing an actual explanation.
Questions about feedback and progress
Ask how errors will be recorded, how practice is assigned and how parents or students will receive updates. Agree on a realistic review point.
Progress indicators may include independent attempts, fewer repeated errors and clearer explanations alongside school results.
Questions about the arrangement
Confirm lesson duration, day, mode, location, rate, payment, cancellations and replacement lessons. Put important terms in writing.
Ask which changes require advance discussion. Clear expectations protect both family and tutor.