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SCHOOLS AND TUITION Schools and tuition Ultimate Activity Camps – outstanding holiday childcare! Children can have the most ultimate fun during the holidays as Ultimate Activity Camps are running their outstanding holiday childcare programmes in the area for children aged 4-14 years! With over 25 years’ experience of running first-class holiday camps, Ultimate Activity Camps offer the opportunity for children to have fun, meet friends and try a huge array of exciting activities during the school holidays. From swimming, zorbing and tennis to archery, art and fencing, there are over 40 games, sports or creative activities giving children a new experience every day. All Ultimate Activity Camps are Ofsted-registered children’s activity day camps that have been rated ‘Good’ or ‘Outstanding’ and their staff on camp are trained to offer high levels of care to ensure children are safe and engaged. Whether children are new to holiday clubs or seasoned ‘campers’, their team will encourage children to try new activities and build self-confidence – and naturally have lots of fun! They run at the best schools in the country which offer first-class facilities including indoor heated pools, sports pitches, sports halls and indoor space, the perfect setting for holiday fun whether for a day or several weeks – the choice is yours (or your child’s!). Some locations also offer brilliant story-led Survival childcare programme – again bookable by the day or week and offering an optional Camp Out each week. To start your child’s holiday adventure, visit their website (www.ultimateactivity.co.uk) which explains everything about their locations, dates, activities and special offers, or you can call them on 0330 111 7077 (local rate number). 10 Primary Times FEBRUARY Issue | www.primarytimes.net/nyorks
Harrogate Ladies College Harrogate Ladies’ College is a family of leading independent schools delivering a world class education for boys aged 2-11 and girls aged 2-18 years. Bankfield Nursery and Pre-Prep establishes the foundation for a child’s future learning and it’s where a passion for learning and a love of life begins. Highfield Prep School is committed to every child, providing individual attention in small classes. Academic standards are high and the broad curriculum is supplemented by over 50 extracurricular activities. In 2016 the number of A level A* grades more than doubled and a third of all girls achieved three or more A*-A grades. Open Morning on Wednesday 8th March, 10am-12pm. To book call 01423 537045 email events@hlc.org.uk or visit www.hlc.org.uk SCHOOLS AND TUITION Take advantage of a Free Trial at your local Kumon study centre At your local Kumon Study Centre our aim is to develop students into confident, independent learners and help them achieve their full potential. Kumon enables children to confidently take on new challenges and develop strong study skills. Through daily study of the Kumon programmes, your child will develop the ability to learn for themselves so they do not become dependent on – or limited by – the skills and knowledge of others. Between 1-28 February, we are offering Free Trial of the Kumon Maths and/or English programme for new students. The Free Trial allows you to attend the Study Centre and find out what your child can achieve with Kumon. For more information, please contact your local Kumon study centre. Hull, Newland Study Centre 01482 762016 Kirk Ella Study Centre 01482 445544 Did you know that you can find North Yorkshire Primary Times on Facebook & Twitter? Come and join in the fun and get top tips, recipes, articles and be in with the first chance to enter competitions. To find us on Twitter: @ptnyorks To find us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ptnyorks To tutor or not to tutor? Tutoring has long been the go-to choice of anxious parents trying to ensure a coveted grammar school place or for children who are struggling to keep up at school. Tuition can help children with their self-confidence; provide an extra challenge in their strongest areas; help prepare for exams; catch up after absence; help grasp key concepts in maths or literacy. Whatever the reason, tutoring has been shown to help improve school performance, confidence and self-esteem, as well as help children develop independent study skills and learn at their own pace. How to choose the right tuition for your child In the past, choosing a tutor was largely based on personal recommendation, but nowadays there are many different tutoring services to choose from: One-to-one tutoring at home These lessons usually take place in the home. One-to-one attention may be required if a child is really struggling in a subject or if they have a complicated learning style. One-to-one and small group tutoring at a study centre A tutor will be responsible for no more than six children at a time. The tutor works with each child on their own individualised learning programme and also encourage independent learning. When children study alongside other children in a small group, the pressure of one-onone attention is taken away. Tutoring as part of a small group is more cost effective than individual learning. Online tutoring Online tuition uses programmes such as Skype or Google+. Private online tutors are cheaper as they will not be required to travel and may tutor more than one student at once. What to expect from your tutor Whatever learning style you choose, the tutor should provide: 1. Understanding: A tutor should be familiar with specific aspects of the curriculum your child needs to cover and will very quickly be able to gauge their level of understanding and identify any misconceptions and deal with them effectively. 2. Engagement: Engaging a child’s interest is paramount. If the student is interested, they understand, and once they understand they gain confidence and improve much more quickly. 3. Flexibility: Tutors should create an individualised learning programme, according to each specific child’s needs and learning style, to help them reach their ‘eureka’ moment or see difficult subjects in a new light. 4. Variety: The more resources a tutor can use during the session, the better. Some study centres, have developed their own resources using teams of maths and English specialists which are designed to meet the outcomes of the National Curriculum - this makes the work directly relevant to pupils. 5. Independence: Guidance and assistance should be given by the tutor, but one of the main aims is to give children the ability to tackle and consolidate learning independently. Often small pieces of homework will be given to encourage this. It really makes a difference! Contributed by Becky Nicholson, Centre Manager, First Class Learning www.firstclasslearning.co.uk www.primarytimes.net/nyorks | FEBRUARY Issue Primary Times 11
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