The geography paper of the Common Entrance is an exam that no child is able to prepare for without the right guidance. Not only does it test a candidate’s knowledge of a certain period, it requires them to remember timelines and important events and apply them in a given context.
In short, it’s a tough exam that requires practice and precision, both of which can be provided by a Tavistock history tutor.
I work incredibly hard to get the very best out of each student and make sure they are pushed to reach their full potential. I’m good at identifying a student’s strengths and working with these to keep them motivated. My sessions tend to be full of energy and enjoyable! With all students I set a clear set of objectives and...
Emily-Jane is a specialist entrance exam tutor and has a 100% success rate in helping students with their 7, 11 and 13 plus entrance to London's top independent schools. With a wealth of materials and past papers she is able to offer students a well-structured tuition plan to ensure their success. She also brings a bit of fun to sessions,...
My tutor sessions revolve around the student's needs and requirements from the outset, by finding out what the student feels they most need to cover during that session. I encourage the student to do the majority of talking, and create an atmosphere in which they feel comfortable asking questions at any point. More often than not, the student - through...
I am an extremely caring and conscientious tutor. I share my passions and love of my subject with my students and encourage them to think deeply about geographical issues. Whilst placing a strong emphasis on a love of learning, I keep my students’ modes of assessments firmly in mind, equipping them with both the knowledge and skills to...
I believe that learning and studying does not have to be a struggle. The key is to find out the learning style of each individual and adjust the lesson to match what works best for each person. It is also important to keep lessons and dynamic as possible, and even with an hour, to try alternate between reading, writing, testing...
Getting to know my student is key to having success in the tuition programme. Tailoring my lessons to ensure they speak to a pupil, whatever age, on a personal level is crucial to academic achievement. Whether it’s putting a maths problem into a visual format or using the natural environment to develop descriptive skills, I aim to bring the subject...
I am a mentor as much as a tutor. I not only ensure that the student is at the top of their game academically, but also that they have the encouragement and confidence required to help them reach their goals. I believe the aim of all good tutoring is self-sufficiency on the part of the student, and all my work is...
My seven years teaching experience drives much of what I put into my tuition. Heres just a few fundamental principles of my practice: High expectations. John Hattie carried out a 15-year study of what has the biggest effect on learning outcomes. High Expectations topped the list. I have high but realistic expectations of all I teach and tutor and this not...
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