Today I was able to write down some reflections on the importance of tutors in a child’s education. I really enjoyed reflecting and analysing our role in their development.
From my experience, I have seen the essential and often transformative role tutors can play in a student’s educational journey. More than just academic guides, they are mentors, cheerleaders, and inspiration sources and individuals to consult in difficult times and are therefore capable of shaping not only the intellectual growth of a student but their overall confidence and passion for learning.
At its core, tutoring offers something that traditional classrooms often struggle to provide: individualized attention. In an environment where a teacher’s focus is divided among dozens of students, personalized support can fall by the wayside. This is where tutors step in to bridge the gap. Our ability to see issues a student is facing and able to tailoring lessons to a particular style and pace can lead to major clarity and empowerment, fostering a profound sense of achievement.
The role of a tutor is not only for academic assistance, though, especially at first education, an individual is able to cultivate a safe space for curiosity to flourish. A tutor inspires a student by showing them that their questions matter and that mistakes are simply stepping stones toward growth. When a student feels heard and supported, their mindset shifts. They begin to view challenges not as insurmountable obstacles but as opportunities for growth.
My time at first education has shown me the power tutors can have in assisting the confidence, self-belief and growth of individuals. This not only is so lovely to witness but is an important step in ensuring a student is able to feel capable, curious and passionate into the future.
Katherine Petsoglou
