My child says class is fine but marks are not improving. What should I do?

Look at the assessment results and teacher feedback together, then talk to the teacher. Often the issue is a specific gap or exam technique that can be targeted once it is named.

Should I sit in on online classes?

Occasionally, for a few minutes, is fine and can be reassuring. Sitting in every time can make children self-conscious. Reports and a regular chat with the teacher usually work better.

How soon should I expect to see improvement?

Confidence and homework habits often change within a few weeks. Test scores usually take longer, especially if earlier gaps need fixing first.

How parents can track progress in online tuition

The biggest worry with online tuition is invisibility: “Is my child actually learning?” Strong providers make attendance, work quality and assessment trends visible to parents.

You should not have to sit outside your child’s room listening in to know whether tuition is working. Good reporting answers three questions without you having to ask: did they attend, did they do the work, and is it getting better?

1. What good reporting includes

Weekly attendance records
Assignments with teacher feedback
Periodic assessments with scores/topics
A scheduled parent update (app message, call or report)
Clear goals for the next 2–4 weeks

2. Weak evidence vs strong evidence

Chat-only “updates” without assessments are weak evidence. Prefer systems that show what was taught, what was tested and what improved.

“Class went well today” tells you very little. “Covered simultaneous equations; scored 6/10 on the quiz, mostly sign errors; will revisit next class” tells you exactly where your child stands.

3. What you can do at home

Reports are most useful when they turn into a short conversation, not a lecture.

Ask your child to explain one thing they learned this week, in their own words
Look at a marked assignment together, focusing on the teacher’s comments rather than the score
Check the camera is on and the space is quiet during class
Keep class times consistent so tuition becomes a routine, not a negotiation
Raise concerns with the teacher early, not at the end of the term

4. Inkstall Student App

Inkstall uses the Student App for attendance tracking, assignments and academic progress monitoring, alongside live online classes and parent conversations when needed.

5. The one-month check

After the first month, you should be able to answer: What topics improved? What is still weak? How many sessions were attended?

If you cannot answer those questions, ask the provider directly. It is a fair question, and a good tutor will have the answers ready.

Frequently Asked Questions

Attendance and assignments should be visible continuously. A more detailed update on progress every few weeks, or after each assessment, is a reasonable expectation.

Want a clear recommendation for your child?

Tell us your child’s board, grade and subjects. We will suggest a format and a teacher, and you can try a demo before deciding anything.