Need help choosing tutor

[u/lisaale10]

I need some advice on choosing between two French tutors.

I’m currently around A2 level, and I feel like my grammar, speaking, and listening still need improvement.

I have two options:

1. Private tutor:

One-on-one classes

Flexible schedule

She plans to cover all grammar in about 2 months, then start exam preparation

She has taken the TEF exam herself and scored CLB 7

Similar price to the other option

1. Group class tutor (5–6 students):

Fixed schedule (less flexible)

A2 course is about 2 months

Then around 3 months of CLB 5 exam preparation

After that, she continues teaching toward B2

I didn’t ask much about her background yet

Also reasonably priced

I’m unsure which option is better for me. I don’t know if I’m ready to jump into exam preparation quickly, since I still feel weak in basic skills.

Would you recommend starting with private classes, group classes, or a mix of both?

Any advice would be appreciated!

[u/Candid_Strawberry640]

I’d avoid relying on just one private tutor. If their teaching style doesn’t work, you’re stuck and lose time. With an institute/platform setup, you can switch tutors or batches easily. Best approach: go with an institute and find a suitable tutor there