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New guidance for parents looking for tutors - should all tutors have a criminal record check?
The NSPCC has issued new recommendations to the government suggesting that all private tutors should be undergo a DBS check, and urge parents to hire tutors through agencies. What does this mean for parents and tutors?
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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?
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Thousands of schools shut over NUT teacher strike
Why were the National Union of Teachers on strike this week?
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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.
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Exam culture 'leaving bright kids behind'
A head teacher has spoken out against the culture of testing in England, warning that bright students are being branded failures.
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Supporting gifted students
As Ofsted warns that gifted students are not receiving the help they need, we ask what tutors can do to support their own students.
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Research Shows Alarming Gap in A level Take up
Research conducted by the New Schools Network has revealed stark differences in the availability and take-up of A level courses between poor and wealthy boroughs in England.
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Is private tuition a dirty word?
Schools are speaking out against private tutors due to fears of rote learning and long hours for children. Good private tutors will ensure that students learn to think for themselves, and have fun along the way.
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School introduces 6 hour admissions interview to screen for tutoring
Wellington School has introduced a 6 hour admissions interview designed to help teachers discern 'taught answers'.
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