Bruno's family decided it was best for the children to resume their education. Despite the small number of students, both parents agreed that a tutor should visit daily to provide lessons during the mornings and afternoons. This decision was made even though Bruno found it somewhat amusing that school would be held with only two pupils.

"It seemed ridiculous to Bruno that school should take place when there were only two students to teach," reflects the family's commitment to maintaining a routine. Soon, a tutor named Herr arrived to teach the children, setting the stage for their continued learning at home, as described in John Boyne's novel, The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas.