Your Three-Step Guide to Reclaiming the School Run Sanity!

 

Hello everyone!

It's still January, which means a month of low-effort blog posts I'm afraid. I have a lot to do - lots of planning for the children that I teach, and updating the website, which brings us somewhat suspiciously coincidentally to this week's post, which is all about... what you can find on said website. Enjoy!

Hello everyone!

If you are anything like me, your mornings probably feel less like a gentle ease into the day and more like being strapped to the front of a very enthusiastic, carol-singing sleigh—even when it isn't Christmas (my toddler is still singing The 12 Days of Christmas and Jingle Bells?!)! Between finding that one missing shoe and negotiating the "just five more minutes" in bed, being a parent can often feel like a full-on scientific and psychological conflict.

As a parent, your time is at a premium. Navigating the educational landscape can often feel like a second job, and frankly, who has the time for that on top of everything else? That is why I have designed our digital home to be more than just an information page; it is a comprehensive resource hub built to streamline your child’s academic journey and provide you with clear, actionable steps.

Here are the top three features you should be utilising right now to beat the routine chaos:

1. The 'Book an Appointment' Gateway Efficiency is key to managing a busy family schedule. Our homepage features a direct 'Book an appointment' link, designed to remove the administrative friction of back-and-forth emails. This feature allows you to secure time for your child with ease, ensuring that academic support is always available when it is most needed. Whether you are looking for a regular session or a specific consultation, this tool is your first port of call for professional guidance. No more lurching from one scheduling crisis to the next!.

2. Expert-Authored Publications (No "Rubbish" Allowed!) I do not simply rely on generic, mass-produced teaching materials. I've spent years as a teacher, a parent, and a certified assessment nerd completing an MA in Education Assessment at UCL. I have literally "written the book" on assessments (well, several books, actually). By visiting the 'Buy My Books!' section, you gain access to high-quality, targeted publications that match the rigour and style of British academic assessments. These books are the result of years of classroom experience and a deep understanding of assessment design (it’s called psychometrics, which involves a lot of spreadsheets!), providing your child with a consistent learning experience between their tutoring sessions and their independent study at home.

3. Data-Driven Online Assessments Understanding exactly where a child sits in their learning journey is the first step toward improvement. Our bespoke online assessments go far beyond simple tick-box exercises. They are precision tools designed to probe for specific "gaps" in knowledge and application, particularly in challenging areas like Non-Verbal Reasoning and Reading Comprehension. By using these tools, we can move away from a "one size fits all" model and instead create a surgical, personalised plan that builds confidence by tackling the specific hurdles your child faces.

Until next time, take care of yourself; check in on your friends; and remember: you can do this. You're awesome!