Recently, China was in the news for cracking down on tutoring companies. That makes for a rather odd crackdown and an even odder headline... until you know how the situation came to be.
China's education system is ultra-competitive. Students generally get only one shot at higher education - by earning high marks on the Gao Kao, their university entrance examination. The better the student's Gao Kao score, the higher-ranked university they are allowed to attend.
And, of course, the more prestigious their alma mater, the brighter their future career prospects.
So aggressive has the academic competition become in China that parents start their kids on a rigorous routine of learning when they're still toddlers. Indeed, the rule is: if the child is potty trained, they qualify for enrolment in preschool.
And the pressure doesn't let up: students often attend supplemental lessons late into the night and all during the weekend, all to position themselves at the forefront of the university list and, eventually, a better life.
It didn't take long for tutoring companies to cash in on parents' desperation. Learning centres, some homegrown and others imported, were making loads of money, sometimes - often - without the students or families gaining any academic advantage.
Hence, the Chinese government crackdown on tutoring services.
Of course, not all tutoring companies are out to make money at the expense of parents' dreams for their children's academic success. Indeed, some companies want nothing more than to connect students with qualified tutors.
That is Superprof's business model in a nutshell.
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Let's now dive deeper into the Superprof philosophy, how we do business and what we can do for students of all ages.
Zen was my son’s tutor in secondary 4. At that point, just 3 months before O levels, my son was really struggling in his chemistry. Thanks to Zen, my son improved greatly and ended up with a B grade in his O levels. Do highly recommend him if your kids find chemistry challenging, as he’s very patient and provides good resources.
Serene on Zen, Chemsitry tutor on Superprof
Understanding Superprof's Platform
There are several ways for you to discover Superprof. You can find our blog articles through your favourite search engine, get a recommendation from a classmate who knows all about Superprof or you could head directly to our Superprof homepage and pick your ideal tutor from the millions who have registered on our site.
How Does Superprof Work for Students?
What Is the Superprof Student Pass?
The Student Pass is a non-binding subscription fee that enables students to contact an unlimited number of tutors on our platform for 30 days. It has several advantages. With it, you can:
- Get access to all the tutors on the platform
- Choose from a wide range of subjects
- Securely book lessons
- A dedicated support team to help you in case you need assistance
- First class offered free by the majority of our tutors
Its fees vary from country to country. In Singapore, it costs between S$39 and S$49 per month.
Exploring the Range of Subjects and Tutors
Diverse Subjects Available on Superprof
There are a range of topics you can find and learn at Superrpof with over 1000+ subjects available, making it easy for students to choose tutors in their area of interest. Right from academic subjects like physics, chemistry, mathematics or humanities, learners can connect with respective subject tutors and begin their learning journey.
Apart from academics, learners can access tutors in creative fields like art, photography, music, fitness, and information technology skills like programming and web development.
With a Superprof tutor, you can learn:
- cookery, including specific aspects such as baking/cake decorating, stewing and preserving, and gourmet cooking
- athletics: your Superprof personal trainer can lead yoga sessions, and Pilates routines and teach you all about nutrition and fitness
- ecology, water conservation and soil rehabilitation. Superprofs can teach you all about organic gardening, composting and even recycling
- sewing and patternmaking, as well as other needle arts
- music: learn how to play a musical instrument or train your voice
- professional development: Superprofs specialise in mindfulness, time management and other skills that bring about professional advancement
One of its key strengths of Superprof is the availability of instructors for niche subjects that may be difficult to find locally—such as rare languages, specialized instruments, or unique hobbies. This broad diversity ensures that learners can pursue both traditional studies and personal passions with expert support tailored to their goals.
Find out what subjects are available on Superprof for you to learn about.
Tutor Selection and Flexibility
The easiest way for you to narrow your selection down is to enter the subject you want to study and your geographical location. Once you set those filters, you can comb through the list of tutor profiles to find those whose experience and qualifications best match your needs.
Beware that, once you select a tutor and click on the 'book a class' button, you will be required to open an account, even if that tutor offers their first lesson free. This registration requirement is no different than if you wanted to use any other platform or application, including social media sites.
While he holds a Master of Arts in Classical Guitar, it's not just about that. What sets him apart is that he independently developed a method rooted in classical and medieval wisdom, and he has the ability to translate these teachings to you in various ways.
Friederich about Jasper, guitar tutor on Superprof
Managing Your Superprof Experience
How to Subscribe and Manage the Student Pass
Here is Superprof Student Pass in timeline form.
Find a teacher
Browse teachers and select the one you want to contact. Send a request
Get the Student Pass
After selecting your preferred tutor, you need to subscribe to the Student pass. It is valid for 30 days, and the fee is deducted only if the tutor accepts your request
Wait for the teacher's reply
After subscribing and sending the request, you’ll get a confirmation email or SMS. Your Student Pass is activated only when your teacher accepts your request.
Once accepted
You get access to the teacher’s contact details and can plan your lessons during the validity period.
After 30 days
If your Student Pass has ended after 30 days and you wish to subscribe again, you need to renew/start a new Student Pass. However, if you have found your tutor, simply cancel your subscription.
Remember: Once you find the right tutor for your needs and you agree to take your learning relationship beyond the Superprof platform, you should cancel your subscription. That way, you only have to pay your tutor's fees; you get to save money by not paying for access to a platform you no longer need.
Find out more about how Superprof payments and charges work...
Payment Processes and Lesson Fees
Let's get this out of the way: as a student, your relationship with the Superprof platform is separate from the relationship you have with any tutor you work with. Our business connects tutors with students; that's the extent of the company's involvement between the two of you.
You should know that Superprof is fundamentally a subscription service. Your subscription to our platform gives you access to the 11+million tutors around the world who are ready to help you learn any subject you set your mind to.
It might help to think of us as three separate entities - you, your tutor, and the platform that brought you together. To gain access to Superprof's 10 million+ tutors, the fee you pay depends on the country you live in.
We are not a tutoring company and the tutors on our platform do not work for us, they work for you. They are in business for themselves, so it is in their best interests to help you to the utmost of their ability because, like so much else in the business world, their success depends on their clients.
That's why Superprof tutors ask you to rate their service and give a testimonial to the good service they provided you.
Ensuring a Safe and Effective Learning Environment
Is Superprof Legit for Students?
Tips for a Successful Tutoring Experience
Now that you've done your research and opted for a Superprof subscription, let's reveal how you can get the most for your money.
- know that the first month of your subscription is free; your account won't be charged until you make contact with a tutor or until 30 days have passed, whichever comes first
- look for tutors who offer their first hour of instruction at no cost
- target tutors who respond within 24 hours
- look for tutors who offer a range of instructional delivery methods; sometimes, online instruction is less expensive than in-person instruction
- Online lessons offer you a greater variety of tutors, too
- Find out if the tutor offers group lessons at a discounted rate
Group lessons are great if you and a couple of classmates need to prepare for exams. You may even benefit from a lower per-hour rate if you pool your resources.
The best way to find out how Superprof works is to try it out for yourself. Millions of learners can't be wrong; find out for yourself how Superprof tutors helped them succeed in school.
Conclusion
On the tutors' part, Superprof allows (former and current) teachers to fully embrace their passion for imparting knowledge by providing a platform to connect mentors with students, one on one.
How to Get the Most from Superprof
As diligent as you surely are, you will investigate Superprof before signing up for a subscription. As you research, you'll likely call on sites such as Trustpilot, Glassdoor and others to read about past clients' experiences.
Overwhelmingly, Superprof reviews - from both tutors and learners are positive but there's a fair sprinkling of negative ones, too. Those reviewers mostly state that they were unaware that Superprof was a subscription service that provides access to tutors worldwide.
You are aware of that, so those negative reviews won't faze you at all.
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