As parents, we all want our children to learn effectively – and to enjoy learning. The ability to learn is a more important and fundamental consideration than specific exams such as school entrance exams, external exam results and even a university degree, because it is a lifelong asset. As it doesn’t come naturally to […]
As the Summer break approaches, many parents are faced with the decision of whether or not to continue their child’s education through tutoring during the holiday. While some may see the Summer months as a time for relaxation and fun, others view it as an opportunity to give their children a boost in their academic […]
In certain circumstances, tutoring can help a child reach their potential, but there always needs to be a justifiable reason to tutor. These reasons are likely to include, but are not limited to, one or more of the following situations. When you should tutor your child When you shouldn’t tutor your child When their achievement […]
In short… to shed some light on how your child is doing in school! One of the main reasons why Dukes Tutoring was established is to help parents fully understand how their child was doing academically and therefore make informed decisions. Back in 2010, too little information was being given to parents. Today they are […]
We’ve all been taught to sit in a classroom and passively acquire teachings from a teacher. However very few of us ever actively learn to be learners. How often do you hear of a student who can self-motivate, organise themselves, schedule their days and approach their studies with an understanding of how their individual brain […]
solving summer holiday workshops…. With CEM and others trying to make 11+ exams “tutor-proof”, more questions are going to need a problem-solving mindset. We have found this to be a relatively weak area for many students who are sitting their entrance exams in September and January, so we are offering a special workshop to address […]
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