Author Archives: Christine McLaughlin

Improving Reading Comprehension: Suggestions and Guidance

Posted on 07/02/2020 by

What is Reading Comprehension? Reading comprehension is, quite simply, understanding texts. Comprehension is crucial to becoming a good reader. Teachers and parents agree that there is little point to reading without understanding! Furthermore, reading comprehension is tested at the end … Continue reading →

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How poetry can unlock your child’s creative writing genius

Posted on 31/01/2020 by

Creative writing can be a problem for many children. Some find it hard to set their ideas down on paper. Some lack the confidence to display their inner thoughts on paper. Some just cannot come up with the ideas in … Continue reading →

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Ofsted Inspections: what are they and how will they affect your child?

Posted on 24/01/2020 by

Ofsted inspections are a really important part of your child’s education. At some point during your child’s education, the Office for Standards in Education (Ofsted) will pay a visit. After this, your child’s school will be rated and a report … Continue reading →

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Handwriting: what you need to know and how to help

Posted on 22/01/2020 by

Are you concerned about your child’s handwriting? If so, you are not alone. Many parents bring their child to Better Tuition because they are concerned about this essential skill. Our children see us use it less and less, but don’t … Continue reading →

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Practice Entrance Exams, Masterclasses and Summer School 2020

Posted on 07/01/2020 by

Better Tuition is offering more entrance exam services than ever before in 2020. Our services are open to everyone: you may choose to attend one practice entrance exam, for example, or one masterclass, or to attend summer school lessons over … Continue reading →

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100 Winter Maths Problems – FREE Download

Posted on 03/12/2019 by

Our 100 Winter Maths Problems is FREE to download. Ideal for Years 4, 5 and 6, it’s the perfect way to keep your child focused on learning whilst still enjoying all the fun of the festive season. Number, measures, shape … Continue reading →

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Five of the Best Educational Online Advent Calendars

Posted on 01/12/2019 by

Online Advent Calendars It’s December: soon the streets will be clad in snow and filled with the sound of carol singers and jingling bells. With three weeks until the end of term, many parents are asking: how can I keep … Continue reading →

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FREE 2020 Entrance Exam Seminar and Assessment at Better Tuition

Posted on 20/11/2019 by

Is your child currently in Year 5? Are you considering grammar school entrance exams in 2020? If so, our FREE Entrance Exams seminar is for you. Come along to Better Tuition at 1pm on Saturday, 18th January to find out … Continue reading →

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Family Friendly Half Term Activities in Manchester and Beyond

Posted on 22/10/2019 by

Half term October 2019 is here – for some of us. For others, it begins next week. In any case you can take your pick of ways to entertain, educate and amuse your family in Manchester and the surrounding areas. … Continue reading →

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Proudly Ofsted Registered

Posted on 16/10/2019 by

Did you know you can use childcare vouchers or tax-free childcare to pay for lessons at Better Tuition? These substantial savings are possible because of our Ofsted registration. Our Ofsted registration is your guarantee that we will always provide a … Continue reading →

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