For tutors

Online booking for tutors

Let students and parents book lessons, pay upfront, and get automatic reminders - all from one link you share on WhatsApp or your website. No app needed, no commissions.

Free plan available. No credit card required.

Maths with Priya

Johannesburg

1-on-1 Lesson (60 min) R350
Group Session (90 min) R200
Exam Prep Intensive (2 hrs) R500

A booking system for tutors lets students and parents book tutoring sessions online, choose lesson types, and pay upfront. In South Africa, private tutoring is a growing industry driven by high demand for matric exam preparation and supplementary education. Most tutors manage bookings informally via WhatsApp, which makes it difficult to track schedules and collect payments reliably. Booklink replaces this with a shareable booking link where students self-book based on your real-time availability. Collect lesson fees upfront via Yoco, Paystack, or PayFast. Google Calendar sync prevents scheduling conflicts. Booklink starts free with 30 bookings per month and costs R79/month for unlimited bookings with zero commissions.

How tutors use Booklink

Offer different lesson types

Create 1-on-1 sessions, group lessons, exam prep, and online consultations - each with its own price and duration. Students book what they need.

Get paid before the lesson

Require upfront payment via Yoco, Paystack, or PayFast. No more chasing parents for cash after the lesson or dealing with missed payments.

WhatsApp reminders

Automatic WhatsApp reminders before each lesson ensure students show up prepared. Parents get notified too.

Share via parent WhatsApp groups

Drop your booking link in school WhatsApp groups, on notice boards, or your Facebook page. Parents book directly without back-and-forth messaging.

Keep your schedule organised

Connect Google Calendar so personal commitments block lesson slots automatically. See all your lessons and free time in one place.

Track your students

Every booking creates a student record automatically. Track who books regularly and follow up with students who haven't booked in a while.

Frequently asked questions

How much does Booklink cost for tutors?

Booklink is free to start with 1 service, 1 team member, and 30 bookings per month. The Pro plan at R79/month gives you unlimited services, bookings, payment collection via Yoco, Paystack, or PayFast, Google Calendar sync, and WhatsApp reminders.

Can I offer different lesson types?

Yes. Create separate services for each type - individual lessons, group sessions, exam prep, online tutoring - each with its own price, duration, and description. Students choose the one they need when booking.

Can students pay for lessons upfront?

Yes. On the Pro plan, connect Yoco, Paystack, or PayFast and require upfront payment on any lesson type. Paid-in-advance students are far more likely to show up, and you eliminate the hassle of collecting cash.

Can parents book lessons for their children?

Yes. The booking flow collects the client name and contact details. Parents book on behalf of their children and receive all confirmations and reminders.

How do students find and book with me?

You get a unique booking link (e.g. app.booklink.co.za/to/your-name) to share via WhatsApp groups, school notice boards, your website, or social media. Students or parents pick a lesson type, choose a time, and book instantly.

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