​Does my child need a tutor?

There are many reasons why you might consider tutoring for your child.  The most common one being that you are concerned that your child is not meeting the expected standard for their grade.  This could be due to many reasons, but rather than feeling helpless and overwhelmed, considering a tutor could be a way to get your child back on track.  The fact that there are so many different tutoring companies out there, is proof that more and more parents are taking the plunge and enrolling their child in after school tutoring.  It shouldn’t be seen as something “bad”, but rather as a positive.

When looking for a tutor, there are a few important points to consider:

• Do you feel comfortable with the tutor or tutors?
• Does your child feel comfortable with the tutor or tutors?
• Do they have experience tutoring?
• Do they follow the Australian Curriculum?
• Will you receive regular feedback?

I’m sure you have many more questions, but the above would be some important ones to consider.

Not every tutoring option suits all children.  Some kids will do better if you get a tutor to come to your house, and other children prefer to be surrounded by other kids submerged in an atmosphere of learning and fun!  Whichever one you choose, if you are confident that your child is benefitting from it, you have made the right decision.

Tutoring isn’t just for those who are behind, but it could also benefit children who need to be challenged.  When your child is achieving high grades, they might be slightly bored in class.  This can sometimes lead to less interest which in turn could lead to your child missing out on some important information in class.  Tutoring could help by challenging your child, keeping them engaged in the subject and making sure they are staying on top of the necessary concepts.

So, if you are considering a tutor, take the plunge and call.  Don’t just call one, call a few and go by your gut feel.  If you get a good feeling over the phone, set up an appointment to meet them, and once you meet them you will usually know if they’ll be the right tutor for your child. 

Holiday Program January 2017

Are you already dreading the questions during the holidays?  “Mum, what are we going to do today?”, “Mum, please take me to the movies, or shopping!”, “Mum!!!!!”  So I’m sure by the time the last week of school holidays come around, you need a breather, and let’s face it, they’ve had a long enough break!

Why not enrol your child (or children) in our Holiday Program?  It will get them back into learning mode, while still having a bit of fun!  Perhaps you would like them to get a head start, or maybe they are doing NAPLAN this year, or you just want them to have a great start to the year. 

Dates: Tuesday 16th January, Wednesday 17th January and Thursday 18th January
Times: 9am – 11:10am or 1pm – 3:10pm (includes a 10 minute break)
Cost: $100 per 2 hour session (inc. GST)

Although it is best to enrol for all three days, you may choose only 1 or 2.  You also have the option to focus on just maths or English, or one hour of each. 

Do you have something specific you would like us to focus on, for example what their term 4 report card or teacher mentioned they did not fully grasp, or would you just like them to get a head start in their new grade?  Just let us know!

Spaces are filling up fast, so do call Larraine on 0415 959 945 for more information and to reserve a spot.