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How we work

This is how we work, lesson after lesson.

Interactive lessons with lots of attention, a regular tutor and clear agreements. Below you can read exactly what to expect from us.

Lesson structure

First explanation, then thinking along

We never just explain, and we never hand out work and then leave the student alone. After the explanation, the student actively thinks along and gets direct feedback. That way it is not only the tutor who is working, but the student too.

  1. y = x² − 2x why does this work?
    1

    Explanation

    Based on understanding, not tricks. Why does this formula work?

  2. how do I start? first the chain rule!
    2

    Thinking along with feedback

    The student explains out loud how they would approach it. The tutor adjusts right away.

  3. 3/3 correct!
    3

    Guided practice

    Doing exercises together. The tutor watches and helps where the student gets stuck.

  4. your goal
    4

    Targeted homework

    Only practice material that matches how this lesson went, when it is really needed.

Independent work during the lesson only happens when the parent or student asks for it. By default, the student gets as much explanation and guidance as possible.

Tailored lessons

Choose: more explanation or more practice

The parent or student decides where the emphasis lies. You can switch each period.

Guidance lesson

More explanation

ExplanationApplying

For when the theory has not sunk in yet. The tutor goes through the material step by step with the student, with lots of examples and questions.

or
Practice lesson

More practice

ExplanationApplying

For when the theory is familiar, but the exercises still do not work out. Lots of practice with test and exam questions, with help where needed.

Lesson types

Online, at home or in a small group

Private lesson · online

One-to-one via video call

Via Google Meet or Microsoft Teams, anywhere in the Netherlands. Full attention and no travel time.

  • Regular tutor
  • Helpline: 4 questions after every lesson
  • Transcript with consent
Private lesson · at home

A regular tutor at your home

For students who learn best with someone sitting next to them. Area by arrangement, travel surcharge €7.50 per lesson.

  • Regular tutor, regular time
  • Helpline: 4 questions after every lesson
  • Cash payment possible
Group lesson · online · 3–6 students

Practising together in a small group

Online groups of at least 3 and at most 6 students of the same level. Students also learn from each other's questions.

  • The best value per hour
  • Small, fixed groups
  • Lesson materials included
Test & exam training

Focused on a specific test or the final exam

An overview of the material, practising the test format and analysing mistakes. For the final exam we work with real past exam papers.

  • Private or in a small group
  • Practising under time pressure
  • Exam technique

Online lesson

How an online lesson works

All you need is a device you can video call with. We take care of the rest.

Meet or Teams

  1. What do you need?

    A laptop, tablet or phone with a camera and microphone. We call via Google Meet or Microsoft Teams. A pen and paper or a notebook is useful.

  2. Your schedule

    We send the lesson schedule to parent and student by email or WhatsApp.

  3. The link

    You always receive the link to the lesson well before the scheduled time, via WhatsApp or email.

  4. After the lesson

    Short feedback questions, targeted homework if needed, and the helpline for questions until the next lesson.

lesson 6 · transcript

Transcript & consent

We make a transcript of every online lesson

A transcript is a written record of what is said during the lesson. It is not a video recording. We only do this with explicit consent, which you give in advance when you sign up.

What for?Feedback on the lesson, quality control of our tutors and the safety of students if something happens.
Who can see it?Only the person responsible for quality at Focus Bijlesinstituut. Parents can request the transcript of their own child.
How long do we keep it?A maximum of 3 months. After that we delete it, unless it is needed to handle an incident.
What do we not do with it?We never share it with others, never publish it and never use it for advertising.
Who gives consent?If the student is under 16, the parent or guardian gives consent. From the age of 16, the student also gives consent.
Withdrawing consent?You can always do this by email or WhatsApp. No consent? Contact us and we will discuss the options.

More details can be found in our privacy statement.

Our tutors

100% verified, selected and reliable

Only people who complete our full selection process teach with us.

Our tutors are often only a few years older than the student. They know how school works today and what is asked in tests. That makes it easier to ask questions.

Every student keeps the same regular tutor, unless parents or the student ask for a change. This keeps the bond strong and lets the tutor follow progress closely.

  1. 1 · CV and diplomas

    We check education, grades in the subject and experience.

  2. 2 · Introductory interview

    Motivation, attitude towards students and reliability.

  3. 3 · Trial lesson

    The candidate teaches a lesson. We assess explanation, patience and structure.

  4. 4 · Identity and VOG

    Identity check and a Certificate of Conduct (VOG).

  5. 5 · Onboarding

    Every tutor learns our lesson structure and way of working.

Helpline with private lessons

Is the student still stuck after the lesson? After every private lesson, the student may ask up to 4 questions via WhatsApp or email. The tutor answers as soon as possible. This costs nothing extra.

Homework that makes a difference

After the lesson, the student only gets practice material when it is really needed to master a topic. The homework is tailored to how the lesson and the previous homework went.

Contact with parents

No surprises afterwards

You know what we are working on, what is going well and where the focus lies next time.

  1. After every lesson

    The student answers four short questions: how was the lesson, is the material understood, what could be better and what do you want to do next time?

  2. Every month

    A three-way conversation between parent, tutor and student about progress. The conversation is optional.

  3. On request: weekly

    Would you like to hear more often how things are going? Then we send a short weekly update.

Are we worried? Then we contact you right away, and do not wait for the next conversation.

Experience how we work

The first lesson is free. You experience the lesson structure and hear honestly whether we can help.

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  • Helpline with private lessons
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