Sue Prince 
1. Continuity is key Create an area free of distractions that is the same every day. Try to make the designated homework area somewhere you are available if they need help; this is important for pre-teens. The end of the kitchen table, with no tech, is a great place to do this. 2. Feed them! It … Read more
Each year Smithbrook Tuition searches high and low for the very best educational Christmas gifts. As with all of our tuition we like to make learning fun especially during the festive period. With the help of centre director Sue, we found a treasure trove of exciting presents at Manns of Cranleigh. Their huge toy department … Read more
Remember, remember, the 5th of November, Gunpowder treason and plot. The fireworks we enjoy on bonfire night are a historical representation of the gunpowder used by Guy Fawkes in his 1605 plot to blow up parliament. The shows you will see around the 5th November have been refined over the years, to create breathtakingly colourful displays … Read more
Preparing your child for Common Entrance Children take Common Entrance exams when applying to join independent schools at the age of 11 or 13. They are standardised tests set by the Independent Schools Examinations Board. As a parent or student, you may be unsure as to what the tests consist of and whether you need to prepare … Read more
Is your child getting enough exercise? Surveys show that many children continue to fall below the recommended physical activity and exercise guidelines. The government recommend that children between the ages of 5 and 18 should be doing 1 hour minimum of exercise every single day. This should include at least 3 sessions of vigorous physical … Read more
ADD – Attention Deficit Disorder ADHD – Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder People often refer to ADD and ADHD as the same thing which is, in part, correct but the two terms ADD and ADHD do apply to different symptoms. ADHD is a form of ADD with hyperactivity included in the attention deficit. The extra ‘H’ … Read more
There are many different types of dyslexia that can affect people. People can suffer from one or multiple forms that hinder the learning process and often make reading, writing, spelling and memory problematic. It is important to remember that severity differs from person to person and specific teaching methods have been developed to help dyslexic students. … Read more
Stress and nerves can be a good thing for a short period of time. They let us know that we have something important coming up, they tell us that an upcoming event or challenge means a lot to us; so do not ignore these feelings. Stress can help motivate you to get to work and prepare … Read more
Writing an essay can seem like a bulky task to undertake especially if you are not used to writing long pieces. It can be tempting to sit down and just start writing without any plans or direction for your essay. You can use a handful of simple ways to make writing an essay easier and … Read more
Everyone is different. Like a snowflake falling from the sky, every human is individual in their creation. Whether that is because of your genes that give you hair colour or environment that could develop character there is an infinite complex code that makes up each and every one of us. Some are sportsmen and women, … Read more