Parents/guardians should ensure the tutor is qualified, suitable and child-safe, and can do this by confirming the tutor has one or more of the following

• holds an approved initial teacher education (ITE) qualification or equivalent
• is registered with VIT
• has been granted with a Working with Children clearance
• can provide recent or former employer/volunteer organisation referees.

Read our fact sheet that provides practical steps and guidance to consider when choosing an appropriate tutor for school-aged children.