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Q: How can a primary school tutor help with assessments like the Phonics Screening Check or Multiplication Tables Check? A: Our primary school tutors can make learning for these checks engaging and stress-free. For the Phonics Screening Check, they can break down 'pseudo-words' and build strong phonetic skills. For the Multiplication Tables Check, they can use fun, interactive methods to help your child master their times tables, boosting their speed and confidence with online, timed tests. Q: What support can primary school tutors offer for KS1 Assessments or KS2 SATs? A: For KS1 Assessments, which are now teacher-led, a tutor can help your child build a strong foundation in English and maths, ensuring they are confidently working at the expected standard. For KS2 SATs, tutors can clarify what 'scaled scores' mean, help with revision strategies, and teach effective test techniques, reducing anxiety and supporting your child's mental well-being during this important period. Q: Can a tutor help my child prepare for secondary school application or private school entrance exams? A: Absolutely. Many of our primary school tutors specialise in supporting children through the secondary school application process, including specific preparation for private school entrance exams or the common entrance exam. They can help with verbal and non-verbal reasoning, interview practice, and building the broader academic skills needed to feel ready for the next step, easing the transition worries. Q: When is the best time to consider primary school tutors for my child? A: There's no single "best" time; it depends on your child's individual needs. Some parents seek support early on for things like the Phonics Screening Check in Year 1 or KS1 Assessments. Others look for help with the Multiplication Tables Check in Year 4, or for crucial KS2 SATs and secondary school application preparation in Years 5 and 6. Early support can often prevent small gaps from growing. Q: How do you ensure your primary school tutors are suitable for working with children? A: We take tutor vetting very seriously. We carefully select the best primary school tutors from across the UK through a rigorous process, accepting only 1 in 8 applicants. This includes thorough background checks and verifying their experience and qualifications, so you can be confident your child is learning with a trusted and expert educator. Q: How does online primary tutoring work for younger children? A: Online tutoring is highly effective and engaging for primary-aged children. Tutors use interactive whiteboards, digital resources, and a friendly, encouraging approach to keep lessons dynamic. Learning from home means children are in a comfortable, familiar environment, which can often help them feel more relaxed and open to learning.