We provide sessions that are 30 minutes, 45 minutes, or 60 minutes in length. We can also book multiple, shorter sessions weekly if you want to spread tutoring time out over the week. You can also book longer lessons, if desired. The best choice depends on the student, as well as your budget. It’s best to consider the following factors:
Attention span of the student – Very young students or students with shorter attention spans may do best with 30 to 45 minute sessions. If they need more time weekly to catch up or cover multiple subject areas, consider booking two 30-minute sessions on different days of the week.
How behind the student is for their age – Students who need a small to moderate amount of assistance to catch up or keep up with class are typically okay with 30- to 45-minute sessions weekly. Students who are far behind their year level may need closer to 60 minutes weekly, which can be on one day or split over multiple days of the week.
How many subjects with which the student needs assistance – Primary and high school students who need help with multiple subjects, such as English and Mathematics, typically need 45 to 60 minutes weekly in order to have enough time to cover both. HSC students covering multiple subjects may need a 45-minute to 60-minute session per subject in order to properly cover each.
Your budget – Shorter sessions cost less and may fit into your budget better. Keep in mind that there is a discount for booking more time weekly. See our rates for more information.