Sue Prince World book day is a really important day as it encourages school children to read for fun, it also helps children read for fun that are from financially disadvanted backgrounds. Smithbrook Tuition firmly believes that reading is the basis of so many important skills in education and in life. We also believe that it does … Read more
Reading is one of the most important things a parent can encourage a child to do to enhance their education. However, some children do not engage with reading, and at Smithbrook Tuition we have found that is usually because they find it too challenging.
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This directory lists and introduces the complete range of primary and secondary independent schools in Surrey and Sussex
1.Highly skilled teachers We employ qualified teachers who have taught in variety of schools, both primary and secondary. They bring a wealth of experience to the centre and are able to teach children from Year 1 right up to Year 11. We also have a specialist GCSE maths teacher. 2.Resources Our teachers have a wide … Read more
You may have heard a new test for times tables will be compulsory in all state primary schools. But what is it all about? We have the low down for you.
In this blog we discuss what it is, how It is marked and why it has been introduced.
Dyslexia is often seen as a disadvantage, something to be ashamed of, something that can be changed or cured!
This is simply not the case, dyslexia is just a term identifying that someones brain works in a particular way. It is only the constructs of our society and educational system that makes people with dyslexia feel like they are stupid or ill.
How do you teach your child to lead a more environmentally friendly life, when you’re still working it out for yourself? It’s true, that children take cues from their parents. So setting a good example is paramount to how you want to shape your child’s habits. Yes, recycling, picking up litter, turning the lights off … Read more
We have had more and more requests to include creative writing into our regular tuition sessions. So we have designed a stand-alone course that your child can do during the summer holidays. But just why is creative writing so important?
Moving from primary school to secondary school can seem like a big step. Of course, if your child is moving on with friends then it becomes a little less daunting. Helping your child to settle into their new school Most secondary schools will offer a range of initiatives designed to help your child to settle … Read more