Author Archives: Christine McLaughlin

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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Libraries’ Week: A Celebration

Libraries’ Week is an annual celebration of all things ‘librarial’. As you know, these days libraries are not just about bookshelves lined with wonderful things to read. They are also meeting places, craft centres, digital focal points and therapy hubs. … Continue reading

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Autism Hour 2019

Autism Hour 2019 is organised by the National Autistic Society. Businesses across the country will be participating this week. This annual event encourages shops and services to provide a better experience for autistic people. Eden Square in Urmston will be running … Continue reading

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