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SEAG Tests : How to prepare for the spelling, grammar and punctuation sections
The punctuation, grammar and spelling sections of the SEAG tests can make your head spin. These three short sections at the beginning of the test …
Help your child smash their percentages KS2 homework with these easy steps
Percentages KS2 is one of those maths topics that you’ll probably only use later in life to calculate a discount off a pair of shoes …
Back to school preparation: How to make going back to school calm and worry-free
The countdown for back to school is officially ON! I can’t believe I am writing this blog post so soon! It can’t be back to …
4 benefits of tracking learning for your child’s confidence and development
Tracking learning for your child can feel like a mountain of a task on top of your ever-growing list of things to do parents. How …
The importance of reading for your child: 7 benefits of reading outside the classroom
The importance of reading for your child’s development is probably something you have heard of since your child was small. Now they are older and …
7 Tips for Summer Learning: Transform your child into a confident learner this summer
I always get asked, “Do you have any tips for summer learning?” And, “Do you still tutor over the summer holidays?” My answer is always …
Starting secondary school : How to make your child’s transition calm and worry-free
You are probably thinking, how is my child starting secondary school already?! It feels like no time since they first put on that new school …
Tips for starting Year 8: 7 tips for making your child’s transition easy and calm
It’s time to talk tips for starting Year 8. The end of the school term is fast approaching. In another couple of weeks, your child …
11 thoughtful end of year teacher gift ideas your child’s teacher
It’s time to talk about end of year teacher gift ideas! Can you believe it’s nearly the end of the school year already? Is it …
5 fun, memorable activities for your Primary 7 leavers
The time is near parents! Your little ones are almost primary 7 leavers. They are ready to fly the primary school nest and head off …
How to teach your child adverbs types in fun and engaging ways
The last stop on our parts of speech journey is adverbs types! Adverbs are usually the last part of speech that your child will learn …
How to help your child ace their types of angles maths homework
Right, acute, obtuse and reflex angles. These are the types of angles maths that will make an appearance in your child’s homework. But what are …
How to teach your child adjective and examples using fun activities
Adjective and examples are probably the part of speech that my students find easiest. I don’t know what it is about adjective and examples but …
Place Value Explanation: How to help your child ace their maths homework
Have you been looking for a place value explanation to help get through your child’s homework? It’s hard to find a complete place value explanation …
5 Fantastic Tips for Navigating Post Primary Admissions Northern Ireland
Post primary admissions Northern Ireland, that’s what we are going to be talking about today. By now if your child sat the transfer test in …
Your child’s transfer test results explained. What does your child’s result mean?
The tests have been completed and now it’s time for the transfer test result. This part can be almost as scary as sitting the actual …
7 useful ways to use transfer test in Northern Ireland practice papers to prepare your child
If you have a child in primary 6, the transfer test in Northern Ireland preparation time is approaching. The primary 7 students have finished their …
5 terrific reasons you should hire a primary school tutor for your child
Have you been wondering whether you should get your child a primary school tutor? Has the discussion at the school gates or the parent’s WhatsApp …
7 fantastic gift for a teacher ideas for your child’s teacher
The holiday season is here and if you’re looking for some gift for a teacher ideas you’ve come to the right place! I don’t know …
6 effective, excellent ways to teach your child verbs and examples
Next stop on our parts of speech journey is verbs and examples. Verbs are another frequent visitor in your child’s English homework and classwork. They …
Nouns Different Types : 6 Essential Types of Nouns your Brilliant Child Should Learn
Nouns and nouns different types. You probably haven’t had to think about these since your school days. Suddenly, they’re popping up in your child’s homework. …
Fractions How To: 11 Fantastic Fraction Topics Your Child Needs to Know
Fractions how to teach these to my child when I can’t even do them myself? Is this a question that pops into your head when …
Is the Transfer Test NI the Best Path for Your Child’s Education?
Has the question “Should my child sit the Transfer Test NI?” been running through your head? Are you not sure if your child is ready …
Fractions of Pizza: Why Pizza is the Perfect Tool for Teaching Fractions to Children
Grab your chef hats because we will be using fractions of pizza to help your child understand fractions. Fractions…one of the most feared topics in …
13 important things you need to know about the SEAG Transfer Test
There’s a new transfer test on the block and its name is SEAG…Making its debut this November is the new SEAG transfer test! Wait what? …
5 fantastic, simple ways to prepare your child for the SEAG Transfer Tests
Have you been asking the question, ‘What is the SEAG Transfer Tests?’ Have you also been wondering how to prepare your child for it? One …