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Catch up on our latest news from Cardiff and Vale Tutors with our blogs. Our team offer practical solutions to help answer your education concerns. There are also useful tips to support your child’s progress with their academic journey.

Managing Mobile Phone Usage in Young Adults

The debate about mobile phones in schools has been ongoing for several years now, and recently it has been reignited after the Department of Education (DfE) published the ‘Mobile Phones in Schools’ guidance. In this blog, we will discuss some key facts about the impacts of mobile phone usage on young people and provide a few ideas on how – and why – parents might limit their children’s s...

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Supporting Students with ALN

All teachers have a responsibility to support students with Additional Learning Needs, and at Cardiff & Vale Tutors we ensure that all children are able to succeed, grow and learn in ways that best fit their needs. In this blog we will explore some of the things our tutors can do to support young people with ALN.   1. Understanding Individual Needs One of the biggest advantages of on...

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Embracing the New Year

The turning of the calendar often fills people with a new hope. January is a fresh start. For many pupils in Key Stages 3 and 4, it’s the beginning of more intense teaching and revision. What is the best way to manoeuvre in these cold and short winter days? How to make the most of the motivation that the new year can bring? In this blog, we will try to answer these questions and give you some id...

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Winter Wellbeing Guide

The importance of looking after our wellbeing has been brought to the forefront of conversations in schools and workplaces over the recent years, however, it’s still often unclear what is meant when people say, ‘look after your wellbeing.” While it is well-meaning to say that looking after your wellbeing is having a bubble bath or putting your feet up with a cuppa, there really is more to it...

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How Can Parents Support Tuition

In the fast-paced world of education, parents play a crucial role in their child's academic success. While private tutoring offers personalised guidance, parental involvement can amplify its impact, creating a dynamic support system for students. Here's a guide on how parents can actively engage in their child's education and enhance the effectiveness of private tutoring. Open Communicati...

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The Benefits of Part-time Work for Students

Here at Cardiff & Vale Tutors we believe that studies should always be a priority, however, for older students it might be really beneficial to consider part-time work alongside their studies, or for some students it’s, unfortunately, a necessity. In this blog we will discuss the benefits of part-time work, how to manage part-time work while studying and, the laws and regulations of working ...

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Cultivating a Growth Mindset: A Path to Academic Success and Wellbeing for Your Child

As the school year is slowly unravelling, questions about the success, progress of students and their well-being going forward are starting to arise. In this blog we would like to introduce you to the concept of Growth Mindset and what it can do for you and your child. Everyone throughout their lives has the ability to learn new things and get better atsomething. This is called neuroplasticity and...

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Celebrating Results Day 2023

The eagerly anticipated GCSE and A-Level results days have arrived and brought with them a whirlwind of emotions, from excitement to a touch of anxiety. Result days mark the culmination of years of hard work, dedication and growth for students across the nation. Whether you're student, who recently picked up exam results, or a parent, teacher or friend offering support, this is a time to celebrate...

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Embracing the Joy of Simplicity: A Guide to a Fulfilling Summer Holiday

At Cardiff and Vale Tutors, we embrace the opportunities for education that technology provides, and while we are also focused on Better Results Together, we understand the significance of taking a good break. In this blog post we will discuss the importance of reconnecting with nature, learning new languages, and spending more time creating meaningful friendships and less time in front of screens...

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What Skills Does A Tutor Need?

The role of a tutor is very versatile. For example a tutor should efficiently manage their diary, clearly communicate with parents and students, be able to find study resources or know how to create them, be familiar with the curriculum and what standard of work is expected of students. In this blog we will expand on these key skills tutors must possess, and how to improve or gain those skills. ...

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