Tutor background checks explained
Background-check wording can mean different things on different websites. TuitionList uses specific labels such as ID seen, DBS seen, qualification seen, reference received, insurance confirmed, and safeguarding training seen.
How TuitionList uses profile labels
A blue tick means one or more profile checks have been marked as seen by TuitionList. It does not mean every possible check has been completed.
What families should check
Read the individual badges, ask follow-up questions, request references where appropriate, and consider whether the tutor's experience and arrangements match the learner's needs.
Directory-only reminder
TuitionList is an online directory only. Tutors and tuition providers are independent providers, and parents, carers, and students remain responsible for making their own checks before arranging tuition.
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FAQs
Is TuitionList free to use?
Yes. Basic tutor profiles are free and parents, carers, and students can send enquiries for free. TuitionList does not charge lesson commission or parent finder fees.
Is TuitionList a tutoring agency?
No. TuitionList is an online directory only. Tutors and tuition providers listed on TuitionList are independent providers and are not employed, managed, supervised, or endorsed by TuitionList.
Does TuitionList check every tutor?
No. Where possible, TuitionList may review certain evidence provided by tutors. Badges, blue ticks, and profile labels show what has been self-declared, seen, or confirmed, but they are not a recommendation or guarantee.
What should parents check before arranging tuition?
Parents, carers, and students should make their own checks, including identity, qualifications, references, DBS certificate details where relevant, safeguarding arrangements, lesson location, online safety, and suitability.
Directory-only reminder
TuitionList is a directory only. Tutors and tuition providers listed on TuitionList are independent and are not employed by TuitionList. We do not guarantee the quality, suitability, availability, qualifications, DBS status, safeguarding arrangements, or outcomes of any tutor. Parents, carers, and students are responsible for carrying out their own checks before arranging tuition.
Where possible, TuitionList may review certain information or evidence provided by tutors and tuition providers. Badges, blue ticks, and profile labels only show what has been self-declared, seen, or confirmed by TuitionList.
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