Tuition centres are like any other commercial business, and you should know precisely the type of teacher, class and curriculum you’re getting before you sign up. Use the following questions to help you choose the best Sengkang tuition centre.
Class Size
When choosing a PSLE math tuition centre, class size is one of the most important variables to consider. Many tuition centres have large class sizes and cram as many students as possible into each lesson to maximise income. Students find it challenging to ask specific arithmetic questions in these massive courses, leading professors to believe since no students have asked questions, they understand entirely the maths subject matter being taught. However, keep in mind that excellent teachers often have huge classes because many students desire to learn from them. To make an informed decision, you should compare the teacher’s credentials against the size of the class.
Teacher’s Qualifications & Experience
The credentials of the teachers, particularly qualifications in the subject of mathematics, are the next important factor to examine. The credentials of the instructor in charge of the class you’re interested in and the supervising teacher, if one exists.
If possible, ask to speak with the teacher, even if only for a few minutes. Prepare one or two particular maths questions for your child and check whether the instructor can explain the difficulties to your child in a way that they understand. However, keep in mind that you should not ask too many questions (no more than 15 minutes) and appreciate the teacher for their time. If you choose that class, you want the teacher to have a positive image of your interaction.
Past Track Records
When a potential tuition teacher is approached, always check their students’ performance in the previous year’s examinations. Tuition centres often retain separate records for each teacher’s examination results. A teacher’s success is directly linked to the results of their students, much as you are evaluated on KPI targets in your corporate workplace. While diligent tuition centres keep note of this, they may only provide you with this information if you request it.
Scope of Syllabus
The maths syllabus is the second most important consideration after the teacher. The maths syllabus is simply a lesson plan outlining what the instructor will teach the class in the next months. Many parents believe that tuition centres have a structured syllabus that mirrors the school curriculum. However, this is not always the case.
Many tuition centres hire teachers on an ad hoc basis, meaning they are hired as part-timers who come in only to teach a certain class. Frequently, the tuition centre defers to the teacher in determining what to teach and how to teach it. Many tuition centres also require instructors to produce their own maths notes. As a result, many centres have haphazardly constructed mathematics lesson plans that only touch on a few of the test themes.
Finally, remember that doing your homework before choosing a maths tutoring centre is usually a good idea. Choosing the proper maths teacher for the right centre might save you a lot of time later when you’re racing to find a good teacher. In the long term, choosing the right teacher usually results in excellent PSLE, 0-level and A-level scores!
