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Is Tutoring Worth it?Session Insights
1 September 20262 min read

Is Tutoring Worth it?

Tutoring has become a popular way for students to improve their grades and understanding of different subjects. It gives students the opportunity to ask…

Revision with Past PapersEducation
1 September 20262 min read

Revision with Past Papers

Revising for assessments can feel both daunting and a problem students would love to avoid. It is easy to put revision aside and tell yourself, "I will start…

Rapport and SupportEducation
1 September 20262 min read

Rapport and Support

To me, one of the most important things about tutoring is establishing rapport with a student, which can often enable them to fully engage with their learning.…

Algebra is a foundation, not a hurdleEducation
1 September 20262 min read

Algebra is a foundation, not a hurdle

Ask any experienced math teacher where students run into trouble in senior years and the answer will almost always involve some form of algebra. This isn't…

The Benefits of TutoringSession Insights
1 September 20262 min read

The Benefits of Tutoring

Tutoring can be a helpful way for students to improve their academic performance and confidence. Unlike a classroom, tutoring allows students to receive…

The subject isn't the problem, the confidence isEducation
1 September 20262 min read

The subject isn't the problem, the confidence is

Most students who say they "hate" a subject don't actually hate it. They hate feeling lost in it. There's a large difference, and it matter more than people…

Why Students Should Keep Asking “What Does This Actually Mean?”Education
1 September 20262 min read

Why Students Should Keep Asking “What Does This Actually Mean?”

It is easy for students to assume that understanding a topic means being able to remember the information they have been taught. They might know a definition,…

CreativityEducation
1 September 20262 min read

Creativity

It's extremely important to prioritise creativity just as much as academic pursuits in student's lives. There is nothing wrong with academic excellence and…

ObservationSession Insights
1 September 20262 min read

Observation

Observing Josie during her tutoring session provided a great example of how a skilled tutor can create a positive and productive learning environment. From the…

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