With so many tuition
centres around, it is important to choose a good one. The criteria we are highlighting
below is the same, regardless of whether it is a Primary English tuition centre, a
Science tuition centre or a Math tuition centre. In fact, it can also be used
to choose Enrichment centres as well!
Teachers
An important criterion to look at is the quality of teachers. Ask if the teachers
have the required qualifications. You can always ask them to show you their
certificates. Another thing to take note of is whether he or she interacts well
with his or her students. Being able to connect well with their students makes
learning much easier.
Quality of Programme / Materials
Does
the centre has some teaching methodology? Are they using a tested curriculum?
Is the curriculum systematic and progressive? Are there lesson plans? Most
importantly, do they have their own materials (i.e. they do not simply
photocopy assessment books from Popular). If they can answer ‘yes’ to all of
these questions, you can be sure they know what they are doing.
Learning Environment
A good learning environment is also important. Is the centred packed and cramped?
How about other facilities like a study area? You should also look at the décor
and upkeep of a centre as to how well the owners maintain it is a sign of pride
they have in their own centre. This, in turn, is a reflection of how much effort
they put in ensuring their students learn.
Track Record
Many
centres trumpet their good track record. Indeed, you cannot find a centre that
does not have good students. However, take a closer look at the track record.
We all know the centres that ‘select’ students. Of course, they end up with top
students! How about the big centres with a lot of enrolments but few students
who do well? All these are signs that the track record of the tuition centre
might not be that good.
Schedule
We
can all admit that time is tight for many of our children. The school does take up
a lot of time. It is therefore important to check if the centre has
classes that meet the child’s schedule. Ideally, they should. If they don’t, don’t
just look somewhere else immediately. Look at the other criteria as well. If
the tuition centre is good, go and reschedule their other activities.
Watch
out for Part II to read more important factors you need to consider to choose
the correct tuition centre for your child.

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