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EDUCATION
Every child can benefit from focused attention from an enthusiastic, knowledgeable teacher. Whether it is one-to-one or group tuition, strengths and areas for development can be easily identified, so that tutors can support children by progressing their confidence, skill set and a love of learning. To help improve your child’s chance of success, here’s our pick of the best.
A TECHNIQUE-FOCUSED APPROACH TO LEARNING FOR THE 11+ EXAM
The Berkshire grammar schools are extremely well regarded. Places are offered to pupils who score highly in the 11+ entrance exams. These tests comprise of a selection of topics such as: verbal reasoning, numeracy (maths), creative writing and non-verbal reasoning topics. Susan Daughtrey Education has operated extremely successful 11+ Courses in Earley for 5 years. The 11+ Foundation Courses for students in Year 4 start in January and run until the October half-term. Then the Year 5 Preparation Course begins and continues up to the 11+ tests in September. The courses comprise of weekly tuition during term time and follow a technique-focused approach. Homework is set weekly to practice and consolidate the techniques taught in the lesson. For more information email Fiona at their Earley Centre, Reading. E: fwyeth@sde11plus.com. W: www.susandaughtreyeducation.com
TAKE ADVANTAGE OF KUMON’S FREE TRIAL
With over 60 years of experience, the Kumon Maths and English Programmes help children of any age and ability to develop into confident, independent learners with strong study skills. An independent research study revealed that Kumon students significantly outperform their peers in maths at the end of primary school. Kumon nurture students by giving them the tools they need to enjoy learning and thrive academically, increasing their enjoyment across a wide range of subjects at school, alongside preparing them for personal and professional success later in life. To enable you to experience the benefits of Kumon, your local study centre is offering a one-week Free Trial to all new students from 1 October – 15 November 2022. At participating centres, you can also experience the new Kumon digital worksheets on your tablet using KUMON App – a new, convenient way to study Kumon! W: www.kumon.co.uk
Kumon delivers proven academic success. Our expert Instructors will develop your child’s confidence and help them thrive at school. Book your Free Trial today!
One Week Free Trial
1 OCTOBER – 15 NOVEMBER
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MOON TUITION HELPS CHILDREN FROM 4-18 YEARS OLD REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL!
The Moon Method – a proven unique and winning formula. Led by Moon, the former International Mathematical Olympiad coach, Moon Tuition was formed in 2009 in response to the increasing demand for 11+ and 13+ tutoring. The Moon Method blends the rigorous focus on numeracy and literacy from very early years with the fostering of creativity and original thinking. This creates highly capable students who are adept at taking exams, but who are also excellent communicators of ideas and have a great ability for creative writing and the arts. Tutoring is available for 4+, 7+, 11+, 13+, 16+, GCSE and A Level either online or in Reading and London centres. Moon Tuition has helped many children gain places at top grammar and private schools around the country, as well as helping many A Level students win places at Cambridge University, Oxford University, Harvard University, Princeton University etc. With the Moon Method, your child can flourish in all aspects of their education. W: www.moontuition.co.uk
GIVE YOUR CHILD A HEADSTART THIS SEPTEMBER AT CODE NINJAS!
Start a new routine this school year at Code Ninjas, where your child will learn valuable and life changing STEM skills for the future while building their very own video games. By adding new coding skills to the mix, kids see real progress and gain confidence, and acquire problem solving, math and logical thinking skills from coding. They offer fun & flexible coding education for kids aged 5 – 14 years which includes: • Build, play & learn at their own pace • After School: Boost the fun of learning after school or on weekends • Learn coding, problem solving, game building, apps, robotics, teamwork, and math skills • Extend Coding and STEM learning activities outside School • Code Ninjas Create: Signature 9-belt program for kids to learn coding using
JavaScript, Lua & C# Why not schedule a free session at your nearest location? W: www.codeninjas.co.uk
JOIN THE LEARNING CLUB FOR 11+ TUITION
The Learning Club is an Ofsted-registered educational consultancy that provides high-quality, structured tuition courses in Bracknell for children in Year 4 and Year 5 who are preparing for 11+ examinations for entry into grammar schools and independent schools. Small-group classes and engaging activities help children to enjoy their learning and feel a sense of personal achievement. Parents are supported with regular feedback on progress, a fully resourced homework schedule and individualised advice. Children will develop and practise their skills in: • reading, writing and comprehension • spelling, grammar and punctuation • mathematics and numerical reasoning • verbal reasoning, including cloze procedure • non-verbal reasoning, including 3D and spatial All classes are delivered by Dawn Willoughby (BSc PGCE SFHEA MEd) who is a qualified teacher with many years of experience working with students of all ages in schools and also as a home tutor. T: 07814 722830 E: info@learning-club.co.uk W: www.learning-club.co.uk
BOOKING NOW IN EARLEY: 11+ PREPARATION COURSES FOR YEAR 5 STUDENTS
Courses written by Susan Daughtrey, M.Ed, leading tutor and author of 11+ tests used by the Berkshire Grammar Schools
For more information call Fiona on 0118 929 1631 or email fwyeth@sde11plus.com
MOON TUITION PREPARES YOUR CHILD FOR 11+ & 13+ SUCCESS!
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Centres in Reading & London Chelsea E: ukmoontuition@yahoo.com M: 07920 172 006
Join The Learning Club for 11+ Tuition
Children will develop and practise their skills in: • reading, writing and comprehension • spelling, grammar and punctuation • mathematics and numerical reasoning • verbal reasoning, including cloze procedure • non-verbal reasoning, including 3D and spatial
Contact Dawn Willoughby on 07814 722830 info@learning-club.co.uk
