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4 Signs Your Child Needs A Tutor

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As a parent, you naturally want your child to sail through their academic journey with little trouble, but that’s not always the case. Some children struggle with certain subjects and require a little extra support. It might just be that they’re lacking in confidence, or perhaps they’re generally just not interested in that subject and therefore find it hard to connect. Regardless, a private tuition package might be the answer. So, here are five signs your child might require a tutor…

1. Slipping Grades

If your child’s grades have suddenly started dropping, it’s likely that they’re struggling to understand the subject content and need some extra support by way of a private tutor. In normal lessons, teachers must move at the speed in which the majority of their students are able to work, so if your child can’t keep up then practising at home with a one-on-one tutor is a great idea.

2. Lack of Interest

Sometimes when children are struggling in class, rather than explicitly saying so they just start to demonstrate a complete lack of interest in school in general. Of course, there might be another reason, like a school bully, but if your child has started displaying a reluctance to go to school it’s important to get to the bottom of it. It might just be that they need a bit of a push in some areas to help them feel more comfortable in lessons.

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3. Poor Attendance

If your child has missed a lot of lessons due to an illness or other personal matter, there’s a risk they might fall behind. In cases such as these, a tutor would be a good option to help them stay up to speed.

4. Upcoming Exams

Exam period is a tough time for children because they are under a lot of pressure to perform well. A tutor would be able to help them reach their full potential, so it’s something to consider as a temporary measure during exam period if not for the rest of the academic year.

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