FAQ (Parents)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Parents

Last Updated: July 2026

Welcome to the IB Near Me Parent FAQ. This guide is designed to help Hong Kong families understand how our directory works, how to evaluate IB educators, and how to find the right academic support for your child across PYP, MYP, and DP stages.

About IB Near Me

1. What is IB Near Me?

IB Near Me is an independent online directory platform focused exclusively on the Hong Kong market. We help parents and students discover, compare, and connect with independent IB tutors, learning centres, and educational service providers across the territory.

2. Does IB Near Me provide tutoring or run classes directly?

No. IB Near Me is strictly an informational directory. We do not employ tutors, deliver classes, or run educational programmes. All tutoring and educational services listed on our platform are provided independently by third-party educators and businesses.

3. How are directory listings sourced and curated?

Directory profiles are manually researched, verified, and entered by our editorial team using publicly available information. We strictly adhere to fair data practices:

  • We do not use automated web scraping software or data-harvesting bots.

  • All data handling complies with Hong Kong’s Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (PDPO).

  • We respect third-party terms of service, including Google’s policies.

Educators and centre owners are also invited to claim and verify their free listings to keep their profiles up to date.

4. Are the tutors and learning centres verified by IB Near Me?

While our team manually reviews all listings for accuracy and quality, we do not formally certify, accredit, or endorse individual tutors or institutions. Listings reflect self-reported and public business details. We encourage parents to perform standard due diligence—such as verifying qualifications and requesting background checks—directly with the provider prior to booking.

Finding the Right Support

5. How can I search for an IB specialist on the platform?

You can filter and search our directory across three main criteria:

  • Programme Level: Search for support specific to PYP, MYP, or DP.

  • Subject Specialization: Locate tutors specializing in high-demand areas, including DP Maths (AA/AI), Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Biology), English Literature, Economics, Theory of Knowledge (TOK), and Extended Essay (EE) guidance.

  • District: Find providers near your home or school district (e.g., Central, Causeway Bay, Kowloon Tong, Sha Tin, Tseung Kwan O, Yuen Long).

6. How do I contact a tutor or learning centre?

Every listing includes direct contact channels (such as email, phone, website, or social links). IB Near Me operates without intermediaries—you communicate, inquire, and arrange lessons directly with the provider.

7. Is IB Near Me free for parents to use?

Yes. Browsing, filtering, comparing profiles, and contacting educational service providers on IB Near Me is 100% free for parents and students.

8. Does my child need supplementary IB tutoring?

The International Baccalaureate is an academically demanding curriculum. Given Hong Kong’s high-achieving IB landscape, many families seek targeted external guidance to help students master complex concepts, structure Internal Assessments (IAs), refine Extended Essay research, or develop exam execution strategies.

Platform Policies & Integrity

9. How does IB Near Me support its operations?

To maintain our infrastructure, perform manual curation, and keep the platform free for parents, IB Near Me uses a blended business model. This includes optional paid listing upgrades for educators and select affiliate partnerships. These commercial relationships never influence editorial guidelines, review moderation, or directory fairness.

10. How are parent reviews moderated?

Reviews published on our site represent the real, first-hand experiences of local families. While we do not independently audit every review, we actively moderate submissions to remove defamatory, fraudulent, off-topic, or abusive content.

11. What should I do if I spot inaccurate information on a profile?

If you notice outdated fees, incorrect contact details, or missing information on any profile, please contact our support team at info@ibnearme.com, and we will review and update the listing promptly.

Educational Resources

12. Where can I learn more about how the IB system works?

If you are new to the International Baccalaureate or transitioning between stages, explore our How IB Works guide or visit our article section for detailed breakdowns of PYP, MYP, and DP structures, grading criteria, and subject selection advice.

Still Have Questions?

Our team is dedicated to supporting Hong Kong families throughout their educational journey.

Ecom Ventures Ltd

Email: info@ibnearme.com

Location: Hong Kong SAR

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