Guide
Safety guide: vetting, first meetings, and working with children
FindTutor does not vet tutors. Here is how families can reduce risk.
FindTutor.co.nz does not verify identity, qualifications, or police vetting. Anyone can appear in a public directory scrape. You are responsible for the safety of the arrangement, especially when the student is a child or young person.
Police vetting
In New Zealand, many schools and some centres require Children’s Act police vetting. Private tutors may or may not have it. Ask. Ask to see confirmation. If the answer is vague, choose someone else.
First meeting
- Meet in a public place or with a parent present.
- Tell another adult where you are going.
- Do not send a child alone to an unknown home for a first lesson.
- Keep lessons in a visible room — not a closed bedroom.
Online contact
Prefer email or a parent’s phone. Be cautious about tutors who want to move immediately to private social apps with a minor.
If something feels wrong, stop the lessons and, if needed, contact New Zealand Police. This guide is not legal advice.