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‘Please stop licking my shoes!’

Recently, I’ve been working in a school with groups of children, and I’ve been reminiscing about what I enjoyed when…

1 year ago

Find Out Your Child’s Learning Style And How It Can Help Them Progress

This week, I’ve been going over features of 3D shapes with some of my Year 5s who are preparing for…

4 years ago

3 Important Things To Look For In A Tutor Before You Consider Hiring

If you’re a parent whose child needs a tutor, choosing the right person for the job can be a bit…

4 years ago

5 Strategies To Get Your Child To Do Their Homework Today

If only I were referring to tidying the house after a late night out, but I’m afraid it’s even worse…

4 years ago

Why I Became A Tutor And How My Journey Can Help Your Child Succeed

I think many people will relate to the story of juggling responsibilities of work and home. Mine began with the…

4 years ago

What Black History Month Taught Me About Effective Teaching And Communication

Last week, I had to have a tricky conversation with a parent whose child (we’ll callhim B), in my opinion,…

4 years ago

6 Strategies You Can Use At Home To Help Achieve 11+ Success For Your Child

I’ve just completed my first formal assessment with my Year 5 11+ students, and many of the parents have asked…

4 years ago

Want To Learn More About A Day In The Life Of A Tutor? Follow Me Through A Typical Day

Do you ever get to the end of a busy day and feel like you’ve actually accomplished nothing on your…

4 years ago

Sail Your Way To Exam Success – How To Make Your Boat Go Faster

We’re nearing the end of the grammar school open days and evenings and the children have finally got to see…

4 years ago

5 Best English And Maths Year 6 Books reviewed– Which Should You Choose For Exam Success?

We know Year 6 can be a stressful time. Many parents want to help their children during their last year…

4 years ago