This year’s Sats spelling test was harder than in 2016, according to figures obtained by teaching magazine and website, Tes. So how can we help pupils keep up with the levels now expected of them? Pupils taking the spelling section of this year’s Year 6 Sats spag test found the questions harder … [Read more...] about Helping Pupils with Their Spelling
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“Thank You So Much for Everything” – Testimonials from Cornwall and Scilly
Since Home-School Tutoring has expanded into Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, our Area Advisor here, Emily Ellen, and her team of tutors have been inundated with praise. Here's a selection of recent testimonials: "He got his 5 he needed" "Home-School Tutoring Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly and … [Read more...] about “Thank You So Much for Everything” – Testimonials from Cornwall and Scilly
Is There Evidence That Individual Tuition Really Is Effective?
At Home-School Tutoring, we’re in no doubt about the effectiveness of private tuition. But what evidence is there that individual tuition really makes a difference? Every Child schemes The effectiveness of individual tutoring was very clearly shown with the success of the Every Child schemes … [Read more...] about Is There Evidence That Individual Tuition Really Is Effective?
Applying for a Secondary School Place?
If your son or daughter has just turned 11 or will be turning 11 between now and 31st August, you need to apply for their secondary school place by midnight on Monday 31 October 2017. Here’s what you need to know. Schools in your area Not sure where you would like your child to attend? … [Read more...] about Applying for a Secondary School Place?
Learning Languages
Would you like to learn a language? Or improve a language you started learning years ago? So many of us seem to have forgotten that language can be fun and engages parts of the brain which need reaching and developing! Whether you would like to gain a GCSE or A Level in a foreign language or just … [Read more...] about Learning Languages
Tutoring for the 11 Plus and Common Entrance Exam
Worried about the 11-plus or Common entrance exam? Look no further: our specialist tutors are here to help. If you're a parent keen for your child to secure a place at a selective secondary school, you're probably already wondering whether home tutoring would help your child prepare for the tests … [Read more...] about Tutoring for the 11 Plus and Common Entrance Exam
