Student-Tutor Service

Jackie Wong   M ost people conveniently associate the need for  private tuition  with poor academic results. In actual fact, there are good reasons why outstanding students should engage themselves in tuition sessions as well. While these children have demonstrated their academic excellence through their examination results, relying purely in learning in class can severely limit their learning potential. In a classroom setting, due to the high students to teacher ratio, teachers are often forced to progress the syllabus at a pace that allows breathing space for poorer students to catch up. Such method become a hindrance to quick learners who have understood what they have studied, but see their enthusiasm to advance curbed by the lack of proper guidance. Forced Braking After a prolonged period of slowing down and waiting, students may begin to lose their interest and drive. Their passion for knowledge will slowly dwindle into complacency as they realise they are better th...

When your child has not performed up to your expectations after enrolling in a tuition centre, it’s time to consider employing home tutors. Could it be the number of students per class is big that your child does not get the individual attention from the tutor? Maybe your child is reserved about clarifying what he does not understand in a class.  Wouldn’t it be good if the tutor comes to your house? In a one-to-one tuition session, your child is more likely to focus better on the subject. Although the home tuition rate is higher than the centre’s, you will still save on transport costs n parking. There is no  need to commute out of the house and your child can have tuition in the comfort of your home.  Below is a testimonial from a secondary three student taking English under the tutelage of Ms Karen Chan: “My tuition teacher is a very good tutor as she has a great sense of responsibility. She ensures her students understand by engaging them in deep questions. When I face...