The new school year is fast approaching and there’s no better time than to get organised for what the new year holds. Preparing for the first day of term can be daunting, and it sure goes far beyond just the gathering school supplies and textbooks. The new school year can bring huge changes, whether it’s the shift from Year 6 to High School, Year 10 to Senior School or the transition from K (prep) to ‘big school’. Tutoring for Excellence has gathered the top 5 tips to help prepare for 2019, from physical to mental preparation. Discuss the next steps It’s always good to chat with your child and ..read more

School holiday tuition is becoming increasingly popular, due to the positive impact it can have on a student’s grades and attitude towards school and learning.  School holiday tuition helps student’s get a head start on the curriculum, improves confidence and helps tackle learning gaps. Get prepared and get ahead School holiday tuition allows students to get prepared and organised for the new school year. Home tutoring creates a positive learning environment, where lessons are tailored and customized to each students learning needs.  Tutors can work through extended work and tackle concepts t ..read more

Whether you’re studying for NCEA Level 3 Statistics, cramming for your IB English exam or revising for AS Chemistry, preparing for your final exams can be daunting. But they don’t have to be. From creating a study routine to revising tips, we’ve rounded up the top 5 tips to help you tackle exam preparation and nail your Year 13 finals. Use All Resources When preparing for your final exams, it’s instrumental to know who your support network is and to use them wisely. Whether it’s your home tutor, school teacher, parents or friends, don’t be afraid to ask for help and reach out. It’s important t ..read more

The NCEA English exams are important for all students to take seriously. It is not only important for students who wish to further their study whether it be university or getting an apprenticeship but also for those aiming to go straight into the workforce as job ready employees. In all workplaces communication is important and being confident in English is a must for nearly all job positions in the market. Even in retail management it is important to be able to write and communicate as there will be reports, emails and forms to fill out along with additional study in which reading and underst ..read more

Tutoring NZ is adopting the way classrooms are educating children with the implementation of technology. There are many benefits of technology and student learning; improved engagement, preparation for jobs, maximised skill level, and quicker access to more information. Improved engagement Incorporating technology into the classroom means students have the opportunity to maximise their engagement and interact with learning techniques. Students are more likely to actively participate in class as technology can make learning more enjoyable in new and exciting ways through a variety of activities ..read more

Identify weaknesses It’s important to understand the areas you need to work on, that might need extra attention and practice before entering the exam. You should aim to be equally confident in all areas of the syllabus rather than excelling in one topic, and struggling with others. This is a time to get back to basics and find out where you went wrong in past answers, don’t just move on – try to figure it out! Revise your notes or get some help from your NCEA level 1 maths tutor to turn your weaknesses into strengths. Practice, practice, practice You’ll want to ingrain those equations and met ..read more

If you’re just getting started or need a little extra help, have a look at our study tips for NCEA exams. Tutoring For Excellence has got your back, we know it can be a stressful time so we’re here to help you prepare yourself and achieve the best result you can.   Study Tips For NCEA Exams Get prepared It’s essential to organise your notes and write up summaries of each topic, this will make it easier when revising subjects. Have an organised study plan ready to follow day by day and effectively manage your time. To motivate your productivity, set up a space where you can study in private ..read more

There’s no denying just how useful new technology can be – in life, for work, at school; the list is endless. Thanks to savvy software programmers and creative people, hundreds, if not thousands of apps have been devised for educational purposes. Everything from study help to math exam preparation. One particularly useful area of app building belongs to the use of flashcards – an educational tool that has been around for the best part of a century. Flashcards are an invaluable tool for studying that can help students aged 1 to one-hundred and one. Here are 3 reasons why Flashcard apps are usef ..read more

Being organised is key to creating not only good study habits, but fruitful outcomes. If it isn’t in your DNA to be super organised, achieving that in an activity such as researching can be difficult. Thankfully, there are a number of technological tools that can assist with keeping your research notes in a logical manner. Let’s get organised! 1. Evernote This is a fantastic all-rounder tool that has a myriad of features to complement your research sessions. It can be used as an app on both iOS and android devices, as well as online as software through a web browser of your choice. Evernote e ..read more

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a neurological condition that first presents itself in early childhood and has been known to continue into adulthood for around 60% of those who have it. With a diagnosis typically being made at the age of seven, ADHD can have a profound impact on a child’s ability to learn during school. Symptoms and Diagnosis ADHD does not affect every child the same way and it can be quite challenging distinguishing the symptoms from many other common behavioural traits of a young child. Due to the difficulty of diagnosing the condition, statistics on the p ..read more