Tutoring circle, Rangpur
Two evenings a week teaching the neighbourhood children, in a room or on a mosque veranda.
- 0/4 people
- About 24 hours
- 25
- points
About this task
Poverty is comparatively high in the Rangpur division; private tuition is beyond many families. Two evenings a week teaching, for free, the neighbourhood children who cannot afford private tuition, in a room, a club or on a mosque veranda. For four weeks, with the parents’ consent and an attendance register.
Why it matters
In many families nobody can help a child with lessons, and a private tutor is out of reach. A child who falls behind leaves school in the end. Two hours of attention a week changes a great deal.
What changes after
At least eight sessions in four weeks; the children in the register; the parents want it to go on next month.
Who can join
Anyone with at least SSC; patient with children.
Step by step
0 of 3 steps doneHow to do it, in order.About 19 hours across all steps
- 1
Place and time
A room with light, two fixed evenings, an hour and a half each.
60 min
Not startedIn hand:Nobody yet - 2
List of children
Names, class and a parent’s phone number for each child.
120 minখাতা
Not startedIn hand:Nobody yet - 3
Four weeks of lessons
Bangla, maths and English from their own textbooks; homework checked.
960 minবই, বোর্ড
Not startedIn hand:Nobody yet
What you need
- Whiteboard · ১টি
When it counts as done
- At least eight sessions in four weeks
Proof required
- Photo
- Signatures
Safety
Always at least two adults in the room, in an open place, with the parents knowing the time and place.
The full guide
What it takes, and how to do it
Never done this before? No matter. The cost, the timeline, who does what, whom to speak to, the day hour by hour, the risks and ready words to send are all here.
- About
- ৳2,700–5,000
- People
- 4
- Time in all
- 24 hours
- Age
- 16 or older
Best timeAll year, except just before exams (children are busy with other study). After dusk, or 4–6 pm, once children are home and rested.
PermissionPermission from whoever is responsible for the room or veranda, and each child's parent's consent.
What it costs
Prices differ by district and season; this is a 2026 estimate. Keep receipts and put them in the proof.
| What | How much | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Whiteboard (2×3 ft)1Where: Stationery shop | 1 | ৳800–1,500 |
| Board markers6Where: Stationery shop | 6 | ৳40–70 |
| Duster1Where: Stationery shop | 1 | ৳50–100 |
| Exercise books25Where: Stationery shop | 25 | ৳30–50 |
| Pencils, pens, erasers2 boxesWhere: Stationery shop | 2 boxes | ৳100–200 |
| Attendance register1Where: Stationery shop | 1 | ৳80–150 |
| Floor mats2Where: Local market | 2 | ৳300–600 |
| Total (about) | ৳2,700–5,000 | |
Getting ready, step by step
10 days before
- Find a place with light and air; get the person in charge to agree.
- Fix which two days a week, and the hours.
7 days before
- Visit homes and talk with parents; write name, class and a parent's phone.
- Split classes and subjects among the tutors.
The day before
- Leave the board, books and register at the place.
- Remind the parents of the time.
First session
- Split children into small groups by class.
- Find out with easy questions where each child is stuck.
- Take attendance, signature or thumbprint.
Over four weeks
- Two sessions a week; check homework each time.
- A short meeting with parents in the last week.
Who does what
Coordinator1
The place, contact with parents, the register.
Tutors2
Each takes a small group (5–8): Bangla, maths, English from their own textbooks.
Reading and care1
Listens to the youngest read, tells a story; always the second adult present; sees who each child goes home with.
Whom to speak to first
Parents
- Why
- Consent and regular attendance depend on them.
- How
- Visit and tell them in person; give the time and place in writing.
Person in charge of the room, club or mosque committee
- Why
- It is their place; follow their rules on time and cleanliness.
- How
- Meet in person and give a written request.
Head teacher of the nearby government primary school
- Why
- Knows which children are behind and what is being taught.
- How
- Meet and ask for the syllabus and advice.
The day, hour by hour
- 16:00Tutors arrive, lay mats, set up the board.
- 16:15Children arrive; attendance.
- 16:25Seat by class groups; check homework.
- 16:40First subject (maths or Bangla), 30 minutes.
- 17:105-minute break.
- 17:15Second subject (English or reading), 30 minutes.
- 17:45Set homework; children leave together or with a parent.
How to take the proof
- A photo of each register page, with dates.
- Session photos from behind or the side, faces not clear.
- Never post a child's face without a parent's written consent.
- A sheet signed by parents in the last week.
Common first-time mistakes
- Teaching all classes together; nobody learns well.
- Teaching your own way; teach from the child's own textbook.
- No register; nothing to show later.
- One adult alone with a child in a closed room.
What can go wrong, and what to do
Children stop coming
Call the parent; keep sessions short and enjoyable, add a story or game.
A tutor cannot come
Name a stand-in in advance; merge groups rather than cancel.
A worry about a child's safety
Always at least two adults, in an open place. If a child seems at risk, call 1098 (child helpline).
Power cut
Keep a rechargeable light, or hold sessions in daylight.
Ready words to send
Copy, fill the [brackets], send.
Call for tutors
Hello. We are starting a free tutoring circle for the neighbourhood children at [place], [area], two days a week ([days]), 4 to 6 pm, for four weeks. Needed: 3 tutors, SSC or above, patient with children. Classes one to eight; Bangla, maths, English. Sign up on the Desher Kaj task page, saying which days and subjects you can take.
Notice for parents
Dear parent, At [place], every [days] from 4 to 6 pm, children of classes one to eight will be taught free of charge. Starts: [date]. Runs four weeks. Please send the child's textbooks and exercise book. At least two tutors are always present. Please collect your child after, or tell us who will. No money is needed. Contact: [coordinator's name], [mobile number] Consent: child's name [name], class [class], parent's signature ________
After it is done
- After four weeks ask parents whether to continue; if so, make next month's rota.
- Note each child's result on one easy test at start and end.
- Bring on an older pupil as an assistant tutor.
Questions people ask
Which classes?
Usually class one to eight, in small groups by class.
Can I join if I cannot stay the whole time?
Yes. Say in your request which step or which hours you can do. The lead will give that step to you.