With the progress of The Times, more and more parents are considering transferring their children from domestic schools to international 

schools to change their learning environment and also to prepare for their children's future in advance. However, this transformation is not 

as simple as a single sentence. Many parents generally believe that the learning difficulty in international schools is lower than that in China. However, the truth is not what parents think.

一、Do students in international schools need to take extra classes?

International schools are committed to fostering the all-round development of students, offering a diverse range of courses and rich extracurricular activities, 

while providing comprehensive support for students' growth. Students need to excel in academic performance, leadership and social responsibility. 

Especially for those planning to study abroad, TOEFL or IELTS scores are key standards they must meet.

However, the difficulty of the subjects remains high, including the study of physics, chemistry, mathematics, biology and other subjects. So, this is no easier than studying in domestic schools!

This is why many students actively participate in subject and English tutoring courses in their spare time. This is because they are eager

 to achieve high scores in TOEFL or IELTS tests and strive for more A or A* grades in academic performance.

For most students, choosing an international school does not mean they have to embark on a journey of taking extra classes.

International schools mainly adopt small-class teaching, which not only means that each student can receive more attention from teachers, but also implies more personalized learning support.

二、There may be situations where make-up classes are needed

Although international schools offer abundant learning resources, in certain specific circumstances, students may still need additional assistance to enhance their learning abilities

① Insufficient English proficiency

② There is a deficiency in subject knowledge

③ Adaptation issues after transferring schools

The choice of tutoring methods

Internal school tutoring: Some international schools offer after-school tutoring classes or individual tutoring to help students solve learning problems.

 The advantage of this approach lies in the fact that teachers have a deep understanding of students' situations and can provide more targeted tutoring.

Off-campus training institutions: For students who need more professional or personalized tutoring, off-campus training institutions are a good choice. 

These institutions usually offer more flexible course arrangements and exam preparation guidance for specific tests such as TOEFL and IELTS.

The necessity of make-up classes

Whether extra classes are needed ultimately depends on the specific circumstances of the students. Although international schools offer high-quality

 educational resources, when it comes to individualized needs, appropriate remedial classes remain an effective means of support.

In the learning journey of international schools, extra classes are not mandatory, but for some students, they can be an effective form of support. As parents, 

understanding your child's needs and choosing the most suitable way of after-school tutoring are the keys to helping your child make further progress on the academic path.