Frequently Asked Questions
For Students & Parents
What is LessonsMalta.com?
LessonsMalta.com is an online platform that helps students and parents find tutors and teachers offering private lessons across Malta.
What subjects can I find?
You can find lessons in a wide range of subjects, including school subjects, languages, exam preparation, music, skills and more.
Can I find O-Level / SEC tutors?
Yes. Tutors can offer support for SEC/O-Level subjects, including preparation for examinations. You can also use our educational resources to find official syllabi and past examination papers.
Are lessons online or in person?
Both options may be available. Individual tutors can specify whether they offer online lessons, in-person lessons, or both.
How do I contact a tutor?
Open a tutor’s listing and use the contact option provided. You can then discuss the subject, lesson requirements, availability, location and fees directly with the tutor.
Does LessonsMalta.com arrange the lessons?
No. LessonsMalta.com helps students and tutors connect. The actual lesson arrangements are made directly between the student or parent and the tutor.
Does LessonsMalta.com take payment for lessons?
Unless specifically stated otherwise, payments are arranged directly between the student or parent and the tutor.
How much do lessons cost?
Tutors set their own prices. Prices may vary depending on the subject, level, tutor’s experience, lesson duration and whether the lesson is online or in person.
How do I choose a tutor?
We recommend reading the tutor’s profile carefully and asking about their experience, qualifications, teaching approach, availability and fees before arranging lessons.
Is a tutor’s profile verified?
Some tutors may provide information for verification, such as an iLearn or other established school email address, educational institution information or a Maltese Teacher’s Warrant number.
Verification is an additional check and is not a guarantee or endorsement by LessonsMalta.com. We encourage students and parents to carry out their own checks.
Is LessonsMalta.com responsible for the tutor?
LessonsMalta.com is a platform that connects users. We do not directly employ or supervise tutors and cannot guarantee their qualifications, conduct, suitability or the quality of lessons.
Users are responsible for making their own checks and arrangements.
What if I have a problem with a tutor?
If you experience inappropriate behaviour, suspicious activity or believe that a tutor has provided misleading information, please contact us and report the issue.
For Tutors & Teachers
How can I list my lessons?
You can create a tutor or teacher listing through LessonsMalta.com and provide information about the subjects you teach, your experience, lesson format, location and other relevant details.
Who can list lessons?
Tutors, teachers and individuals offering legitimate educational or learning services may create a listing, subject to our Terms & Conditions.
Do I need to be a qualified teacher?
Requirements may vary depending on the subject and type of service offered. Tutors are responsible for accurately describing their qualifications and experience.
Where a professional qualification or warrant is relevant, tutors should provide accurate information.
Can I teach without a Teacher’s Warrant?
A Teacher’s Warrant may not be relevant to every type of lesson or educational service. Tutors are responsible for ensuring that they meet any legal, professional or regulatory requirements applicable to the services they offer.
Can I provide my Teacher’s Warrant number?
Yes. Tutors may voluntarily provide their Maltese Teacher’s Warrant number as part of the verification process.
Can I use my school or iLearn email for verification?
Yes. Where applicable, tutors may provide an iLearn or other established educational institution email address as part of the verification process.
Does verification guarantee that I will receive students?
No. Verification does not guarantee bookings, enquiries or students. It is intended only as an additional trust and verification measure.
Can I offer online lessons?
Yes. Tutors can indicate that they offer online lessons if this is part of their service.
Can I offer lessons at the student’s home?
Tutors may offer in-person lessons where appropriate. Tutors and students/parents are responsible for agreeing on a suitable and safe location.
Can I set my own prices?
Yes. Tutors are responsible for setting and communicating their own lesson fees, unless otherwise stated by the platform.
Can I update my listing?
Yes. Tutors should keep their profile and lesson information accurate and up to date.
Can my listing be removed?
Yes. LessonsMalta.com may remove or restrict a listing where it breaches our Terms & Conditions, contains misleading information, creates safety concerns or otherwise requires action.
🛡️ Safety & Privacy
How can I stay safe?
Never share unnecessary passwords, banking details, security codes or sensitive personal information. Take reasonable precautions when communicating with someone you have met online and use your own judgement before arranging a lesson.
What should parents do when choosing a tutor for a child?
We recommend that parents or guardians are involved in selecting the tutor, communicating with the tutor and arranging lessons for children and young people.
Does LessonsMalta.com store my information?
We may collect and process information needed to operate the website and provide its services. Please see our Privacy Policy for more information.
What should I do if something seems suspicious?
Stop communicating if you feel uncomfortable or believe something is suspicious, and contact us to report the issue. If there is an immediate threat to someone’s safety, contact the appropriate emergency or law-enforcement service.
📚 Useful Resources
Where can I find SEC/O-Level past papers?
We recommend using the official MATSEC resources for examination papers, syllabi and examination information.
Where can I find official subject syllabi?
Official Maltese curriculum and MATSEC resources provide information about subjects and learning outcomes.
Can LessonsMalta.com guarantee exam results?
No. Tutors can provide teaching and preparation, but examination results depend on many factors and cannot be guaranteed by LessonsMalta.com or by a tutor.
Still Have a Question?
If you cannot find the answer you’re looking for, please contact us and we’ll be happy to help.
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