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Finding a tutor

Tutoring fees, how to choose a tutor, and the kinds of tutoring compared.

Finding a tutor · 10 min read

Can AI tutoring help with maths? Benefits, limitations and what to know before use (with subject roles, free trials and refunds)

Can AI tutoring help Hong Kong students learn maths? This article explains the benefits and limitations of AI learning tools for explaining concepts, marking practice and answering questions instantly, and reminds you to check answers and avoid dependence. It also covers how to divide the work with tutoring centres, private tutoring, home tutoring and online tutoring, what to note before choosing about free trials, refunds and talking to customer service, and how to adjust usage from Primary 1 to Secondary 6 and across different subjects.

Finding a tutor · 8 min read

Does online tutoring work? Breaking down the conditions for effective online maths learning

Is online tutoring as effective as face-to-face? This article analyses the conditions for effective online maths learning across three areas: interaction, equipment and self-discipline. It also explains how factors such as age, materials, subject, English, school suspensions and the DSE affect effectiveness, and offers practical advice for Hong Kong students from Primary 1 to Secondary 6 and their parents.

Finding a tutor · 9 min read

How to tell whether a maths tutor is right for you: a practical checklist for teaching experience, methods and trial-lesson performance

Parents and students want to know how to judge whether a tutor is suitable. This article sets out the teaching experience and methods you can ask a tutor about, and the things worth watching for in a trial lesson. It also explains what to consider at different stages from primary to secondary school, and the differences between tutoring formats, to help you make a sound choice for maths in Hong Kong.

Finding a tutor · 16 min read

How to check a tutoring centre's licence: a practical guide for parents verifying tutoring school registration details

Parents who want to confirm whether a tutoring centre is registered with the Education Bureau can start by understanding the Education Bureau's school registration system, where tutoring schools fit within registration documents, and how to verify registration with the Education Bureau before and after enrolling. This article also explains the definition of a school under the Education Ordinance, temporary registration, licence applications and tenancy considerations, as well as what to look out for in courses, teaching staff and fees.

Finding a tutor · 10 min read

How to Choose a Summer Tutoring Class: Goals, Timetable and Questions Parents Should Ask When Arranging Summer Maths Tutoring

Summer tutoring doesn't have to be packed to the brim. This article helps parents first set goals, then arrange a timetable, and finally put together a list of questions to ask before enrolling. It covers primary to Form 6 maths and DSE preparation, explains how free online resources can complement tutoring, and addresses common considerations such as summer courses, discounts, limited places, small-class teaching, tutoring courses, primary tutoring, and chemistry and physics.