When should I set goals?

In the first lesson or at the start of a term, and review every few weeks.

Should students help set goals?

Yes — student-owned goals drive far more motivation than tutor-imposed ones.

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Free template

Student Goal-Setting Worksheet Template

A goal-setting worksheet template for tutoring — define specific, measurable goals with the student so lessons have direction.

What is it?

A goal-setting worksheet turns "get better at maths" into specific, measurable, time-bound targets agreed with the student — giving lessons direction and a way to show progress.

What to include

Long-term goal: The big target.
Why it matters: Motivation.
Milestones: Steps along the way.
This month's focus: Near-term target.
How we measure: Score, grade, fluency.
Review date: When to revisit.

The template

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GOAL-SETTING WORKSHEET

Student: [ ]   Date: [ ]

Long-term goal: [ ]
Why it matters: [ ]

Milestones:
1. [ ]
2. [ ]
3. [ ]

This month's focus: [ ]
How we'll measure success: [ ]
Review on: [ ]

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Common questions

When should I set goals?: In the first lesson or at the start of a term, and review every few weeks.
Should students help set goals?: Yes — student-owned goals drive far more motivation than tutor-imposed ones.

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