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Studying During the Winter Break

With the Christmas just around the corner, it’s a good idea to have a plan for the winter school break. In this blog we will be discussing how to use the school winter break productively, while still having a fun and restful time, and how to work on aspects such as healthy eating and fitness that can have positive impacts on your children’s learning and wellbeing. It is ...

How To Revise

The school year is well under way which means exams and tests are being mentioned more and more to students – especially those in Year 10 and onwards. Preparing for exams usually means revising, however, not every student will be confident nor willing to start doing extra schoolwork at home. In this blog we will cover a few various tips and strategies for revision. Mind Maps...

What Is The Value Of Tutoring?

While many children do well in school without the extra support of personal tutors there are many that greatly benefit from having a personal tutor. In this blog we will be discussing the value that a Cardiff and Vale Tutor can bring to your child’s personal and academic life. Caring for Students Our tutors not only deeply care for their students’ academic progress but they also ca...

What Is Wellbeing?

It is often said that wellbeing is having a bubble bath and an evening off to watch TV, and while that can be a part of wellbeing there really is more to it – especially for young people. Here are a few strategies to support your child’s wellbeing – in a more cohesive way. Routine Routines can be difficult to establish, however, they often are the foundation of wellbeing. To begin a new r...

Back To School

After a fairly rainy few weeks, September is just around the corner which of course brings the return to school. This is especially daunting for Year 7s across the country as they will be starting at high school but all pupils might find September a difficult time. Over the summer they fall out of good routines of waking up early and working hard and it can take a bit of time to get back...

How Tuition Can Be The Best Choice for ALN Students

If your child has ALN , one to one tuition could be the best choice for you. Many families are looking to the next academic year with apprehension – any school year can be daunting but the impact of Covid-19 on education could make things even harder. Out of a normal 190 school days, the average pupil in Wales has missed 66 days of learning due to disruption because of the virus. Exam boards ...

How To Prepare For The Next Academic Year

There is much to look forward to this summer – The weather has been great and sports fans are enjoying the Euros– but it is important to spend at least some time preparing for the next academic year. This is particularly important for young people making the transition from primary school to secondary school, but everyone should use their free time to improve their chances of academic success....

Find Out All About The Love Tutoring Festival

We interviewed Ludo Millar about the LOVE TUTORING FESTIVAL. From this interview we are delighted to share all the details about the upcoming online event. It's the first of it's kind and offers workshops and accredited CPD. In listening to the best in their field it can not be missed! Open to all tutors and lots of great content to be freely shared with you. Do check out what all the excit...

How to Prepare for Exams

With the return of in-person assessments on the distant horizon, many young people are starting to feel apprehensive about an exam season. Throughout the pandemic students have been evaluated through reference tests and in classroom assessments – many pupils have preferred this because they feel less nervous compared to exams. The truth is that examinations can be stressful, but with the right p...

Our Nomination for Best Customer Service Award

Cardiff and Vale Tutors nominated for Customer Service award. The SME National Business Awards, which recognises the work of small and medium enterprises, has nominated Cardiff and Vale Tutors for the Best Customer Service award. The winner will be decided through a public vote and announced in a ceremony at Wembley Stadium on 3rd December. Cardiff and Vale Tutors needs your help to win this...