Listing Guidelines

Directory Listing Guidelines

Last Updated: July 2026

These Listing Guidelines govern how profiles are curated, published, maintained, and presented on IB Near Me. Designed to ensure transparency, fairness, and accuracy, these standards help maintain a trustworthy directory for parents and students seeking International Baccalaureate support across Hong Kong SAR.

All independent tutors, boutique studios, learning centres, and educational service providers listed on IB Near Me are expected to comply with these guidelines.

1. Directory Framework & Curation

IB Near Me is an independent directory and discovery platform operated by Ecom Ventures Ltd. We do not operate as an educational agency, employ educators, or deliver IB classes directly.

  • Manual Curation: Basic profiles are manually researched, verified, and curated by our editorial team using publicly available business information. We strictly prohibit the use of automated data scraping tools, software, or extraction bots.
  • Legal Compliance: Data collection and directory indexing comply fully with Hong Kong’s Personal Data (Privacy) Ordinance (PDPO) and respect external platform terms of service.
  • Profile Verification: Authorised business representatives and independent tutors are encouraged to claim, verify, and manage their listings to ensure profile information remains complete and accurate.

2. Provider Eligibility

To qualify for a listing on IB Near Me, a provider must meet the following criteria:

  • Offer specialized educational support relevant to the International Baccalaureate curriculum (PYP, MYP, or DP).
  • Maintain an active physical or online presence serving students located in Hong Kong SAR.
  • Provide accurate, verifiable business details accessible through public channels or official submission.

Eligible Provider Types

  • Multi-location IB tutoring centres and learning institutions.
  • Independent IB tutors and private educators.
  • Subject-matter specialists (e.g., DP Maths AA/AI, Sciences, Humanities, Languages).
  • Specialized coaches for Theory of Knowledge (TOK), Extended Essays (EE), and Internal Assessments (IAs).
  • Exam preparation and academic writing specialists.

3. Profile Information Standards

To maintain directory consistency, every listing must provide complete and truthful details across the following categories:

  • Basic Provider Details: Official business or tutor name, verified contact information (email, phone, messaging handle), primary operating district(s) in Hong Kong, and official website/social media links.
  • Curriculum Alignment: Clear specification of programme levels offered (PYP, MYP, DP).
  • Subject Coverage: Specific subject streams (e.g., Biology HL/SL, Economics, TOK Essay guidance).
  • Teaching Format & Credentials: Format delivery (in-person, online, or hybrid), pedagogical approach, and academic qualifications.
  • Media Assets: High-resolution, professional imagery (logos, centre facilities, or educator profile photos). All uploaded images must be owned by the provider or used with explicit licensing permission.

4. Prohibited Content & Listing Conduct

To protect searching families and maintain directory integrity, listings must not contain:

  • Misleading or Unsubstantiated Claims: Exaggerated success rates or guaranteed score promises (e.g., “Guaranteed Level 7”).
  • Unverified Qualifications: False representations of academic degrees, teaching credentials, or examiner status.
  • Aggressive or Disparaging Language: Content that directly criticizes, disparages, or targets competing educators or institutions.
  • Copyright Infringement: Unauthorized use of third-party logos, trademarked imagery, or proprietary curriculum copy without permission.
  • Irrelevant Promotions: Unsolicited spam, non-educational advertising, or commercial links unrelated to IB academic support.

IB Near Me reserves the right to edit, modify, or unpublish any profile content that violates these restrictions.

5. Accuracy & Profile Maintenance

Listing owners are responsible for maintaining the accuracy of their published details. Updates must be submitted promptly if changes occur regarding:

  • Contact details, physical addresses, or operating locations.
  • Course offerings, subject coverage, or curriculum levels.
  • Lesson pricing structures or class delivery formats.

Accurate, up-to-date profiles build consumer trust and result in higher-quality inquiries from parents.

6. Profile Verification & Claiming Process

Verified profile owners gain administrative access to customize their directory presence. Claiming a listing enables providers to:

  • Edit and expand profile descriptions, subjects, and district tags.
  • Upload official media galleries and promotional material.
  • Receive direct parent inquiries via profile contact channels.
  • Post official responses to published parent reviews.

7. Community Moderation & Review Standards

Parents and students may submit reviews based on their direct, first-hand experiences. While IB Near Me does not write or alter user reviews, we actively moderate submissions.

  • Reviews containing abusive language, personal attacks, fraudulent claims, or off-topic content will be removed.
  • Verified profile owners may respond publicly to reviews or request a moderation review if a submission violates our community terms.

8. Premium Placement & Upgrades

Providers may opt to purchase Premium Listing Plans to increase visibility.

  • Premium plans offer enhanced features, such as priority district ranking, featured badges, and multi-category indexing.
  • Paid upgrades enhance directory visibility but do not influence user reviews, directory fairness, or editorial policy.

9. Suspension & Removal Policy

IB Near Me reserves the right to suspend or permanently remove any listing that:

  • Repeatedly violates these Listing Guidelines or our Terms of Service.
  • Contains false, fraudulent, or deceptive business details.
  • Accumulates multiple verified consumer complaints regarding misconduct or safety.
  • Misrepresents identity, credentials, or corporate affiliation.

Educators and centre owners may also request the complete removal of their directory profile at any time.

10. Contact Support

For listing claims, profile updates, moderation inquiries, or takedown requests, please contact:

Ecom Ventures Ltd

Directory Operations Team

Email: info@ibnearme.com

Location: Hong Kong SAR

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