Category: Home Schooling

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Owl Tutors on TheSchoolRun.com

We spoke to TheSchoolRun.com about the many benefits of online tuition, something that many students are experiencing for the first time now.

Lawrence June, 2020

How Mindfulness Activities can help with home schooling

As most of us struggle with home schooling (myself included!) we are all facing challenges we never imagined! Mindfulness activities can help children to focus and calm their minds. What better time to dip your toes into the water and explore a range of fun activities which help support emotional well-being for children and adults alike.

Rachel April, 2020

The best English home-learning resources for children aged 5-11 years

For all the new home-classrooms that have sprung up following school closures, Claudia shares her favourite online and interactive English resources for ages 5-11.

Claudia April, 2020

Homeschooling help: Free English resources for Primary and Secondary students

Here you can find a list of free and low-cost resources to help students develop their English skills at home. This list has been put together by Sophie, a qualified English teacher and Owl Tutor.

Sophie March, 2020

Homeschooling Help! Three children at home – what do I do?!

In this blog, Lulu outlines simple ways to build a routine at home whilst your children's schools are closed. Do you have a timetable? Do you need resources? Find all you need to know here!

Mrs Lincoln March, 2020

Homeschooling: How to keep your child learning during school closures

In this blog, Michael sets out strategies and resources to make home learning a successful experience for your child. The advice given here can be combined with online tuition to keep your child engaged and in good spirits while schools are closed.

Mike March, 2020

Home learning: How to engage your child with reading using phonics

In this blog, Alanya sets out five resources to help your child develop confidence and fluency in their reading while having lots of fun along the way!

Alanya March, 2020

Home studying: How to achieve an A* in Maths A-Level

In this blog, Tolly suggests some excellent learning resources for students who are working towards their Maths A-Level whilst studying at home.

Tolly March, 2020

10 Tips for Getting your Child to Love Reading

A love of reading is a key factor in becoming a successful reader. The more your child enjoys reading, the more motivated they will be to read frequently, and so the more advanced their reading skills will become. In this blog, Rosie sets out 10 tips to help children to see reading as a pleasure, rather than a chore.

Rosie January, 2020

Homeschooling in the UK: Why are students leaving mainstream education?

With a sharp rise in the number of students being homeschooled in the UK, this blog sets out some of the reasons why parents might make the decision to take their children out of the classroom. Rosie, a qualified teacher and professional tutor, specialises in developing programmes for homeschooling.

Rosie November, 2019

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