Frequently Asked Tuition Questions
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How much does it cost?
Lessons vary between year groups, ranging from £18-£22 per hour for group classes. Short term one to one lessons start at £42 per hour. We are do not provide long term one to one classes. Please contact your nearest branch for more information.
What ages do you tutor at Big Fish Tutors?
We start at Reception (age 4) and teach up to GCSE.
What is the next step if I am interested?
To find out more information or book a trial, call your nearest branch.
Do you follow the National Curriculum?
Yes. We teach English, Maths and Science based on the National Curriculum.
What is the student to tutor ratio?
Our ratio is 6 students to one tutor to provide an optimal service. Children will be the same age group and of similar abilities.
Do you give homework?
Homework is provided each week to ensure your child reinforces classwork. It will be marked the following week with feedback provided to your child.
How do you cater for different abilities?
Our scheme allows below average, average and excelling children the opportunity to better themselves. Topics are taught from the basics and upwards to fill it any learning gaps. For those of high academic ability, we may recommend children study in the tutor group a year above their respective school year. Conversely, if a child may benefit from more basic work, we may recommend they study in the year group below until they are ready to move up. These are case dependent. Short term one-to-one options are also available.
How does Big Fish Tutors help with school work?
Our scheme is designed around the National Curriculum so all topics covered in school will also be covered in our lessons. We also provide extensive SATs practise for Year 2 and Year 6 students and GCSE exam practise for Year 11 students.
How do you monitor my child's progress?
Children take regular tests to ensure they are comfortable with the topics covered. We also provide parents with verbal feedback at the end of each class to explain the work covered during the session and how your child coped.
When do classes take place?
Classes take place on weekday evenings (after school) and on weekends.
How often will my child attend?
Children attend group classes once a week at the agreed day and time.
How do you incorporate personal growth in classes?
Traits such as confidence, respect and independence are integrated into our lessons verbally, through activities and practise.