Frequently Asked Questions
- Who uses GreekTutors?
- Who are your tutors and how are they chosen?
- What geographical areas do you cover?
- Why should I use a company?
- What is the difference between GreekTutors and any other tutoring company?
- How quickly can tuition begin?
- Where does the tuition take place?
- How often should lessons take place?
- How quickly can tuition begin?
- Will the tutor be able to fit around my commitments/activities?
- What reassurances do I have about the tutors and how do I know I will be safe in a one-to-one situation with a tutor?
- How do I know the tutor is up to date with the curriculum?
- How do I change the arrangements?
- How do I cancel a lesson?
- What happens if things go wrong?
- Will I get homework?
- What should I do if I don’t want tuition to carry on?
- Can I change the tutor that I have been allocated?
- Who uses GreekTutors?
We have students from all walks of life. Our students feel that the benefits of private tuition are worthwhile and can provide a vital boost to their confidence.
- Who are your tutors and how are they chosen?
The tutors working for GreekTutors are all people who have suitable teaching qualifications. Some are currently teaching full or part time and others have recently left the profession but still enjoy the satisfaction that can be gained from helping students to gain a better understanding of the Greek language. All are committed to their roles as tutors. When students make a request for help we analyse their requirements and the tutors we have available before matching one to the other.
- What geographical areas do you cover?
Although the agency is based in London, we have tutors all over the UK.
- Why should I use a company?
Finding tutors can be a very difficult and time consuming exercise. We only use tutors who are committed to their role and the students with whom they will be working. We carry out thorough checks on their suitability, qualifications and experience which ensures the tutors we use can be carefully matched to each student.
- What is the difference between GreekTutors and any other tutoring company?
The tutors we use are all very good at what they do. They all have appropriate teaching qualifications and experience working with people. They are all committed to helping students to realise their potential and improve their understanding in Greek language. GreekTutors is committed to being the link support between customers and tutors. We attempt to match as closely as possible the needs of the students to the tutors who can help. We are also available as a contact should any problems arise or further assistance be required.
- How quickly can tuition begin?
You request a tutor giving us details of your requirements. We match your requirements to a suitable tutor. Your tutor will then contact you by phone. At this point you can hold a detailed discussion about your requirements. The time and date of the first lesson can be arranged. The lesson takes place and you pay the tutor the required fee (see Fees page) and travel expenses if required.
- Where does the tuition take place?
This is to be negotiated between the tutor and yourself. If the tutor is required to travel to your home which is more than five miles away then they will need to be paid travel expenses (see Fees page).
- How often should lessons take place?
Usually a one hour lesson a week is considered enough but this can vary depending on the student.
- How quickly can tuition begin?
As soon as you make a request we identify the most suitable tutor and ask them to make contact with you. This should hopefully be done within 4 to 5 working days.
- Will the tutor be able to fit around my commitments/activities?
The tutors will try their best to find days and times which are most suitable for all concerned but occasionally this is not always possible. If this is the case then please contact the agency and we will find you another tutor.
- What reassurances do I have about the tutors and how do I know that I
will be safe in a one-to-one situation with a tutor?
All of our tutors have to provide evidence of a CRB check and references. Alongside these assurances, parents should meet the tutor at the first session and it should have been agreed beforehand where the lessons will take place.
- How do I know the tutor is up to date with the curriculum?
All of our tutors are required to have relevant and recent teaching experience of their specialist subjects.
- How do I change the arrangements?
This should be done directly with the tutor.
- How do I cancel a lesson?
If a lesson needs to be cancelled then you need to contact the tutor directly giving them as much notice as possible. If less than 24 hours notice is given, then the tutor reserves the right to charge the normal rate for the lesson.
- What happens if things go wrong?
Firstly you should discuss the situation with the tutor and hopefully a resolution will be found. Failing this then contact us and we will try to help.
- Will I get homework?
This will be something that needs to be discussed between yourself and the tutor.
- What should I do if I don’t want tuition to carry on?
You need to contact your tutor directly to let him or her know and also the agency via an email so that we know that this is the case. If you wish to book a new tutor then use our Book a Tutor page.
- Can I change the tutor that I have been allocated?
Yes. If you feel that the tutor/tuition is not suitable for whatever reason then the agency will allocate you another if one is available. Please contact us as soon as possible if this occurs.