Revision can be a challenging task, one which is rarely taught in schools. The literal meaning of the word is ‘to look at again’. Revision is an important study skill, one that will be revisited at College and University levels. In the article below, Karen Ormerod, Company Director, draws from her experience of working…
At the beginning of this year, Elite Tutors Sussex took its personally-tailored tutor services to Chichester, where families have a variety of educational priorities. Heading up the expansion into West Sussex is Melanie Haagman, a qualified teacher and specialist in SEND education and multi-sensory learning. Melanie will be using her experience to link parents and…
What are entrance exams and what should I know? Historically, most independent schools have been selective and, to gain entry, students have had to pass an entrance exam of some description. Students attending independent prep schools were also required to pass the Common Entrance exam at 11+ or 13+ and obtain a good character reference…
How can I support my child through their upcoming GCSE or A-Level Exams? An impending exam can create apprehension in parents, as well as their hard-working children. No matter how well-prepared a pupil is, the moment they turn over that exam paper, they are on their own. It can be a daunting experience that can…
Why study Business? Business Studies is a popular choice with students at GCSE and A’ Level in Brighton and Hove. It is an academic subject that really reflects the world of work, and whatever your path in later life, you will almost certainly benefit from having a good grasp of the concepts, whether you become…
Why does my child find maths so hard? For many children at different ages, maths can be hugely difficult, creating anxiety and distress. In today’s article, we explore why that is and what parents can do to help. How children learn maths Maths is a very abstract subject. Not all students can jump to understanding…
In this article, we’ll discuss a very common question: does my child have dyslexia? What is dyslexia? In essence, dyslexia is an information processing difficulty. It affects reading and writing skills but it also affects other areas too. Learners with dyslexia, can experience differences with processing and remembering information whether spoken or written. It can affect attention, memory…
Dinner conversation shocker It was a conversation I had over dinner last week with my step-daughter- currently doing A-levels that completely took me by surprise. Thinking I knew the current situation about education, school closures and lost learning, the impact of hearing a personal account rendered me speechless. Hearing from young people what this situation…
Business Studies is a popular choice at GCSE and A’ Level because it directly connects to daily life. It compliments other subjects, and is often combined with other humanities or languages for study of International Business. The subject gives an excellent grounding and can lead to degree level study or employment in Business, Law, Accounting,…
Tutors are all fully qualified teachers and tutors Tutors are highly experienced in working with children of all ages. We can provide academic support for the full range of subjects through both primary and secondary stages, as well as help prepare your child for GCSE’s and A-Levels. All tutors are subject specialists, professional, reliable and…
