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Subjects Biology Languages I'd like to speak with someone Physics Law History Chemistry Business Math Aside from the main core subjects, our tutors cover many subjects, across many curriculums and exam boards. Each student is personally matched to the right tutor for them, so contact us to discuss your personal requirements. English Geography

Our Services Our student centred approach to all aspects of learning help our students reach their full potential. All at a time to suit you, from your own home. Give us a call 1:1 In-Home Tutoring 1:1 tailored tutoring fit's each of our students’ unique needs and circumstances. With specialist subject knowledge and additional study skills, support and advice, our tutors will help you reach your full potential. We offer face to face tuition in and around Cardiff and Newport (subject to a suitable tutor being within travelling distance of your location). Online learning has come a long way recently and is now the preferred method for many, The same great 1:1 tailored tutoring specifically for your child's needs, the same level of support, the same progress made by students. W ith specialist subject knowledge and additional study skills, support and advice, our tutors will help you reach your full potential wherever you are! 1:1 Online Tutoring Small group online tuition With groups of up to 4 children, students are placed with other students with the same assessment outcomes to ensure they are given the targeted and personalised attention they need in each session. I'd like more info please Courses Click HERE We provide pre-recorded courses specifically designed to support particular subjects and Key Stages. These are not only great value for money, but accessible whenever and wherever is convenient for you. Don't worry, you won't be left alone, they also come with a member's area for support and feedback making them the ideal method of tuition for many students. For more information on courses we are currently running 11+ / SAT's / Test Prep We will support you to develop the skills to maximise your study time, revision and exam prep so you can be confidently prepared for SAT's, 11+, Entrance Exams, Assessments or Formal Examinations. Homeschooling We take a comprehensive and collaborative approach in creating a plan and program that is right for every student. Adjusting to different personalities and specific academic needs, we always find what works best. From weekly check in sessions to daily lessons; we will provide a tuition package which works best for your child. Using the latest technology we can provide an independent, in depth assessment of your child's academic levels, learning styles, strengths and areas for improvement. You will receive a dedicated feedback session taking you through the results and a detailed personalised learning plan. Individual Academic Assessment Parent Support We are here for parents too, providing resources, advice and support as and when you need it. From homework to helpful tips to maintain communication; from books to behaviour management; we will do our best to help you and your child beyond your tutoring sessions.

Become a Tutor Are you passionate about sharing your knowledge and expertise with young people? Do you have the skills, patience and ability to personalise learning activities to maximise outcomes for every student? Whether you are seeking part time hours or tutor as a full time job, we are always looking for talented, passionate tutors who share our vision. Submit an Application What's in it for you? Flexible working hours Competitive rates of pay An opportunity to develop and enhance your own skills. Build your career or enhance your CV. Support, advice and guidance on your personal development. Do something rewarding. Submit an Application

What is the true cost of hiring a tutor? A Guide to Cost and Pricing (Click here to go straight to the bottom of this page for our fee structure) Investment in education and training is an investment for life with long-term benefits. If anything like us, you may still be undertaking training courses CPD opportunities yourself! So, as you consider employing our services, this cost and pricing guide will help you develop an initial budget and plan for your child's learning journey. If you have done even a tiny bit of research, you will know the true cost of getting a tutor can vary depending on several factors such as: - the tutor's experience and qualifications, - the subject matter/specialist area - the level of qualification, - the duration of the sessions, - the location, - the type of 'program' - the delivery method - the frequency of the sessions. There are lot's of options when it comes to additional support, all with pro's and con's which depend on your own personal requirements and budget. Although a 1:1 tutor, who can provide personalised tuition and tailor a unique learning pathway is the preferred solution for most people, the costs can vary massively. Typically, qualified tutors usually charge between £30 - £90 (note I haven't put per hour as although most tutors do 1 hour sessions with the student, the price you pay also includes additional costs for example: time planning, preparing resources and travel where applicable) So what are your options? - Tuition Companies: Personally matching vetted tutors with students, with you for the whole journey, providing support to parents, students and tutors to ensure continuous standards of provision and most effective use of time, Can sometimes be slightly more expensive due to the additional service and peace of mind that everything is taken care of for you. Many tutors choose to work through companies to streamline their services and have all the administration, marketing, legal obligations and payment processing taken care of. - Tuition Agencies: A directory of tutors, anyone can list themselves as a tutor and it's up to you to pick who you think is suitable and carry out checks to validate them. Many tutors offer a free trial lesson which can be a positive but could also waste valuable time if you need to have 5 or 6 unproductive free trials to find the right tutor. Tutors set their own rates which can be anything from £10 - £90 depending on their experience although this is up to you to verify. (remember, if something looks too cheap, there is often a reason for it). Agencies can charge tutors anything from 10% - 30% of their income through their sites. - Study Guides, Revision Books: A very cost effective and convenient option. An excellent revision tool but provide only a superficial understanding of topics. They also require students to be very self-motivated and independent learners. Usually between £5 - £30, there is a wide selection to accommodate different exam boards, literary works and skills. - Local study centres: These vary greatly in type of provision and cost too. Some have qualified staff delivering high quality personalised tuition to small groups, others have unqualified staff overseeing students working through a computer program. The costs of these vary considerably between £30 and £400 per month (usually payable in advance and regardless of whether you can make the sessions or not) so please ensure you research them individually to make sure it's right for your child and that you can get them to the centre regularly. - Online courses / programs: Very convenient but often very costly and will cover the whole course, ideal if this is your only method of study as most come with online tutor support. Some may come with accreditation but any statutory exams will still need to be sat as an independent student in a registered centre. Not an effective use of time or money if you need to plug gaps in learning or need to know where your gaps in knowledge are, although some courses do allow you to flick back and forth to individual lessons, allowing you more control over your learning pathway. and rate of progress. There are so many variations and options, ensure you check that the provision is right for your child, if necessary, check with your child's teacher to ask for advice as to whether it's worth investing in. - Free online resources: They are FREE! (we all love free stuff right?) Lot's of the exam boards have some great resources and past papers on their websites now, however, unless you are very specific and know where your gaps in knowledge are a you can waste a lot of time and energy searching for internet for the right resources (many of which are very poor quality and not targeted to what you need). Do speak to your child's school as they may already be paying for systems which your child can access for free outside of school and in addition to homework (they may also be providing lunch, or after school clubs which your child has forgot to mention to you). Ultimately, your decision will depend on your child's individual needs, their learning style, your personal circumstances, time available to co-ordinate everything yourself, ability to travel, access to the internet, other commitments and your budget. The above options range from an investment of a few £'s to £1000's, so when thinking of the true cost of a tutor it is important to be clear about what you want so you can effectively use both time and money to maximise timely results. Here is a summarised comparison table which may help in your decision making. Our Tuition Fees With Making the Grade you can be sure your child's tuition is in good hands, from initial assessment throughout their learning journey, everything is taken care of for you. All tutors are fully vetted, subject specialists, professional, trustworthy, and kept up to date with Examination Boards and current curriculum requirements. Your child's progress will be tracked, monitored and assessed regularly. Due to the nature of the services we offer, prices are calculated on a number of factors personal to you so please get in touch to discuss your personal package. As a rough guide however, (that is why you are on this page) prices range from £35 - £55 depending on the option chosen. Group tuition starts from £18. Give us a call Face to face lessons will incur a surcharge due to the limited availability of tutors able to travel due to additional time and expenses. These will be calculated on an individual basis. We offer three options for our clients to choose from. Each option will include: 60 minute 1:1 sessions, All additional time spent planning, preparation of personalised session content/resources and homework material, Use of our systems to access lessons, recordings and resources, All associated administration costs to ensure consistency and quality of provision, Individual Tutorcruncher profile allowing access to your account details and lessons reports for each lesson, full use of our online systems for bookings, payments and resources including lesson recordings if applicable. On our Pay As You Go option you are charged lesson by lesson upon completion of the lesson report. This package is perfect for those who are looking for a short-term commitment or who want to try out our services before committing to a longer package. PAYG Blocks of 10 Our block of 10 lessons is a great way to get started with our tuition services. This option can be renewed every 10 lessons if you wish to remain with a shorter commitment option or can upgrade to a 20 week plan. With 10 hours of tuition, you can expect to see noticeable improvements in your child’s understanding of the subject matter and their grades. Our tutors will work with you to identify their areas of weakness and develop a personalised plan and targets to help them improve. Blocks of 20 Our block of 20 lessons is our most popular option, and for good reason! This package is ideal for students who are looking to make significant progress in their academic performance and want to commit to a longer-term solution. This is our most popular option because it provides students with enough time to make significant progress in their academic performance. With 20 hours of tuition, you can expect to see a marked improvement in your child’s grades and their overall understanding of the subject matter. Our tutors will work with you to develop a personalised plan and targets to help you achieve your academic goals which will be continually reviewed. Entrance Exams Small Group Tuition Home-schooling Test Prep Still unsure? Give us a call Call and have a chat or take our online assessment to see if a tutor is the right path for your child.

Your Questions... Answered. Do you provide 1:1 or Group Tuition? Most of our tuition is 1:1 although from time to time places do become available in our groups or we may create new groups periodically throughout the year. Please let us know if you are looking for group tuition and we will keep you informed of new enrolment dates and waiting list times. Our group tuition is focused on Key Stages 2, 3 and 4 in English, Maths and Science. Students will still be assessed to ascertain their suitability for a group; groups are not created on the age of the child but the level at which they are working at to ensure the most suitable provision.

Your Questions... Answered. What distinguishes your tuition service from others? We work with families not just students. We stand out because of our commitment to personalised, one-on-one learning. We take the time to understand each student's individual needs and learning style, and we carefully match students with the right tutors. Our flexible, student-focused approach means we can adapt to any changes in a student's needs or circumstances, ensuring a consistent, high-quality learning experience. Once you are matched with a tutor we don't abandon you! We are invested in your child's learning journey and want to witness their progress and success. We are always here in the background, liaising with tutors and monitoring your lesson reports and your assigned education consultant is with you for the duration of your child's learning journey with us. We don't simply provide tuition, we provide support for families and learners and have a designated parent support hub. We can provide additional support and guidance with college or university applications or advice on how you can support your child's learning and development at home.

Your Questions... Answered. What is your cancellation or rescheduling policy? We understand that unexpected events can occur. If you need to cancel or reschedule a session, we request that you provide at least 24 hours notice. We'll then work with you to reschedule the session at a convenient time. With planned absence such as holidays or events, the more notice provided is better to enable us to reschedule a time around other students and at your convenience. Last minute cancellations or 'no shows' will be charged at the normal rate.

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Master Mat hs to Level 6 Whilst many students transition to High School with a wide and diverse range of abilities and needs, nothing prepared us for the events of the last couple of years; and when everyone was focused on exam year groups, there was a huge rise in students in earlier years falling behind. They ha ve n ot only misse d 2 years of teaching the essential building blocks to everything else they will study in Maths, but also missed the gen eral use of such skills across the curriculum and in day-to-day life which all help to cement and develop this knowledge. By the end of Key Stage 2 students are expected to be in the range of levels 3 - 6, by the end of Key Stage 3 within the range of 4 - 7. This course will cover up to Level 6, ensuring your child is well prepared and reaching their full potential. Whether they are in Year 7 and re-capping on lost learning, or Year 5 and want to get ahead, this course will ensure they have the fundamental skills required to meet the challenges of more complex mathematics. What's included? The course is designed to go over a school year, but you can access at any time and work at your own pace, you have access for 2 years! There will be AT LEAST 40 main pre-recorded lessons released (Worth over £800) PLUS live sessions, released weekly to build on skills in sequence and avoid skipping key learning points. Support will be available between sessions via the members area for any questions, feedback or support. This will not be manned live every day but will be checked daily and we will endeavour to respond to all questions within 24 hours. This will be open for 45 weeks for your first year. (Worth over £700) You will be provided with additional resources and worksheets as appropriate to the lesson content. These will be provided electronically in your members, please only print if necessary. (Worth over £100) Payment for the full course is made up-front, it is then accessible for 2 years. This is to accommodate those wishing to join at the beginning of Year 5 who are looking to get ahead, as well as those in Year 7 or 8 who have missed so much and need to cement building blocks for further development in Key Stage 3. There will be lots of bonus content added, including short tutorials, live sessions and resources. This is usually the result of several students asking the same thing in the members area which prompts us to provide an extra resource, lesson or do a live session. A total package worth over £ 16 00 There are 2 purchase options : Option 1 : Access to all tutorials, bonus co ntent as and when it's added and homework resources for 2 Years, re-playable as many times as you wish for £179 (This equates to a MAXIMUM of £4.50 per lesson) Option 2 : The addition of live sessions and the dedicated supp ort hub for advice , feedback and support for just £499 (that equates to a maximum £4.50 per lesson without the bonus content, replay whenever for 2 years, and £7.00 per week for the support hub, live sessions and feedback for the first year). Due to high demand, and the need to ensure quality of provision for current students, enrolment is currently suspended. Please contact us to book a free assessment call and discuss the option Let's chat!

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Working with schools and in our community For the past 2 years we have partnered with the Welsh Government and Newport County Council to bring Arts and Crafts clubs to locations across Newport. These have engaged hundreds of children during school holidays and after school. All sessions are carefully planned and led by qualified staff to give the children a chance to learn new skills, explore new ideas and make new friends in a safe and positive environment. We also work with schools to provide after school clubs to help parents with wraparound provision. To learn more about our school services please get in touch. Get in touch Gallery Soothing Rainsticks Notice boards and fridge magnets T-Shirt Designing Amazing Mazes Pom-Pom Pals Funky Tote Bag Fun Bag and Purses Wind Chimes

Your Questions... Answered. What resources do you provide to supplement tutoring sessions? We offer a variety of resources in addition to personalised lesson plans depending on your child's individual needs. These can include practice exercises, past exam papers, homework tasks, suggested links for additional practice and research and supplemental materials like videos and readings. All these resources aim to reinforce what is covered in the tutoring sessions and provide further learning opportunities outside the sessions. With online tuition these resources will be digital and you may be required to print resources from time to time. With face to face tuition your tutor will provide resources as needed for the lesson planned.