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5 questions to ask before hiring a home tutor

IlmGhar Team · 10 Jun 2026

From verified credentials to progress tracking — the questions that separate a great home tutor from an average one in Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore & Karachi.

Choosing the right home tutor is one of the most important decisions a parent makes. Here are five questions that help you separate a great tutor from an average one.

1. Are your credentials verified?

On IlmGhar, every tutor's degree and CNIC are checked by our admin team before a profile goes live — so you start from a position of trust.

A focused study session

2. How do you track progress?

A good tutor sets clear goals and reviews them regularly. Ask how they measure improvement:

  • Weekly topic checklists
  • Past-paper practice with marking
  • Short feedback notes after each lesson

3. Can I see how a lesson runs?

Many tutors share a short walkthrough of their teaching style. For example:

4. What are your timings and areas?

Confirm availability and whether they teach at your home, their place, or online — all visible on every IlmGhar profile.

Pay only for lessons taken. Admin-supervised hiring means no surprises.

5. What happens if it isn't a fit?

With IlmGhar you're never locked in — settle pro-rata and switch tutors any time. Browse verified tutors and hire with confidence.

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