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Primary Tuition

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The importance of primary education

Primary education serves as the foundation upon which a child's entire academic journey is built. It is during these formative years that children develop essential skills, knowledge, and habits that will influence their future learning experiences. A strong primary education ensures that children become proficient in basic subjects such as reading, writing, and maths, which are crucial for their overall development. Furthermore, it nurtures critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and social skills that are imperative for their growth into well-rounded individuals.

It’s important to build a positive and motivated mindset towards learning from an early age. Children should continually increase in confidence and develop their own learning style at all stages of their primary years. Occasionally, however, young pupils find that they need support from a tutor before gaps in knowledge begin to form.

The difference of 1-1 primary tuition

In contrast to classroom teachers, primary tutors often provide one-on-one or small group instruction, allowing for a more focused and individualised approach. This allows tutors to identify specific areas where a child may be struggling and to implement targeted strategies to address those challenges. By encouraging a supportive learning environment, primary tutors can help children build confidence in their abilities and develop a deeper understanding of the curriculum.

Primary tutors can adapt their teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles, ensuring that each child receives instruction that resonates with them. Whether a child is a visual learner who benefits from diagrams and illustrations or an auditory learner who excels through discussions and listening exercises, a skilled primary tutor will customise their approach accordingly. This flexibility in teaching can significantly enhance a child's educational experience and promote a love for learning that lasts a lifetime.

Building confident learners from Key Stages 1 & 2

Finding the right primary tutor can make a world of difference in your child's education. Whether they need help with a specific subject, require assistance with homework, or simply need extra support to excel academically, a skilled and experienced tutor can help ignite their passion for learning and boost their confidence. A private tutor can help by creating a personalised tuition plan, which not only boosts tuition outcomes, but also self-belief and helps to develop independent learners ready for secondary school.

By finding an experienced and engaging tutor, young people can reconnect to whatever subject they found initially challenging and move forward making the most out of their school education. We tutor pupils between 5 to 11 years of age and have helped prepare tutees for a variety of entrance exams at various stages (7+, 9+, 10+, 11+ and 13+). Our tutees have also been successful in securing 11+ scholarships in Hampshire, Somerset and Devon schools.

Don't let your child struggle in school when the perfect primary tutor is just a click away.