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Blue Tutors Articles from July 2016

  1. 27-07-16: Streaming – who is it really helping?

    Splitting students into classes based on ability falls in and out of favour in educational policy, but what do we really know about its effect on students?

    A Blue Tutors article written by Blue Tutors.

  2. 19-07-16: The steady rise of home schooling

    There are more and more students being removed from the conventional school system to be educated at home in the UK. What triggers this decision and what does it mean for a child’s education?

    A Blue Tutors article written by Blue Tutors.

  3. 10-07-16: Key stage 2 SAT results - what do they really say about primary level education today?

    The new SAT have been a source of controversy through this year, and have hit the headlines again with KS2 results showing the number of students gaining the required standard in reading, writing and maths has fallen from 80% to 53% this year. What can we really learn from the results?

    A Blue Tutors article written by Blue Tutors.

  4. 01-07-16: How private tutors can reduce students' workloads

    Private tutors are often associated with increased workloads for students. However, the right private tutor can help students manage their work more efficiently and effectively.

    A Blue Tutors article written by Blue Tutors.

  1. "I think I was very lucky to have Andie as a Tutor. She was very clear in her explanation and focussed on the parts which needed improvement. I felt I made good progress, moreover, I enjoyed the lessons!"
  2. Mr H, London