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December 19, 2019
11 Plus Exams: When and how to start preparing. Year 3, Year 4 or Year 5?
If you’re thinking about grammar and independent schools for your child, you’re probably thinking about when preparation should start.
There may be some different questions and conflicting viewpoints from other parents about the 11 Plus preparation:
October 23, 2018
7 Ways to Help Your Child Write More Stories
Writing a story is something that every child will be asked to do in school – and this will continue well into their secondary school life.
So, helping your child cultivate the skills needed to write compelling stories will go a long way! Here are seven tips: Read More
July 30, 2018
11 Plus Tuition now available within Brockwell Park in Herne Hill (Norwood)
Are you looking for 11 Plus tuition in Herne Hill (Norwood)? Due to continued success, Geek School Tutoring will be opening a new centre in Herne Hill (Norwood) from 1st September 2018! Our latest venue is based inside the renowned Brockwell Park itself, which means that you can enjoy the scenic views, get a coffee from the Brockwell Park Café, or go for a run while your child is in tuition. Once tuition is finished, they can let off some steam afterwards, too! Read More
July 20, 2018
The 11 Plus Application Deadlines: Don’t Miss Out!
If I had a pound for every parent who got in touch with Geek School Tutoring about the 11 Plus when the deadlines had passed, I’d have enough to sip on my favourite beverage (toffee latté to be precise!) for at least a a fortnight out of the year.
There is literally next to no excuse you can give when you haven’t registered your child on time. So it’s crucial to do your research – preferably in Year 4, so your child doesn’t miss out. Read More
June 18, 2018
Grammar Schools: Will Your Child Get In?
Will your child get into a grammar school? This is a question that comes up a lot when parents get in touch with Geek School Tutoring. If you’re reading this and want to know a bit about the thinking behind grammar school preparation and the tutor or not tutor debate, Geek School Tutoring’s managing director, Joycellyn Akuffo speaks on this very topic. Read More
