Online Tutoring: A Complete Guide For Parents

If you’ve never worked with a tutor in Shifnal before, the idea of online tutoring can be a little daunting. However, thousands of kids take part in online learning every year in the UK, and it can be a huge help to their school learning. If you’re wondering if online tutoring is right for your child, we’ve answered all of your questions in this complete guide.

What is online tutoring?

Online learning is a form of teaching that takes place over the internet in real-time. Just like a private tutor can help your child with their schoolwork in your home or within a dedicated learning centre, online learning takes place on the computer.

All you need for online learning to work is a decent internet connection and the program we use to deliver the lessons – which is free and easy to set up.

How does online tutoring work?

Usually, online tutoring happens over Skype or Zoom. This way, your child can see their tutor, and the tutor can see your child to make sure they’re engaged and focusing on the lesson.

The tutor will give instructions over the webcam and then share the lesson materials using an interactive whiteboard. This “shared screen” approach means your child can engage with the material and feel part of the lesson, just like they would in person.

What are the most popular subjects for online tutoring?

We specialise in teaching Key Stage 1, 2, 3, and 4 students, which means kids aged five to twelve. Our online learning programs focus on English, Maths, and Phonics, which are the core topics for this age set.

These subjects are easy to deliver over online tutoring, and we have many exercises and resources specifically for kids to engage in during online lessons.

What does the online tutor do?

The online tutor does exactly what an in-person tutor would do: we plan lessons, teach the subject, and report back to you, the parent.

We provide all the materials your child will need for each lesson, saving you time and money on resources. We also keep track of your child’s progress and tailor each lesson to suit their learning style, abilities, and needs.

It’s important for us to maximise each session, so we’ll focus on any subjects your child may be struggling with and can help them fully prepare for any exams or tests they may have coming up.

In-Person Tutoring: The Alternative in Shifnal

If you would prefer for your child to receive one-to-one in-person tutoring, we also provide this in Shifnal and the Shropshire region. We are fully qualified and DBS-checked and can provide tutoring in the comfort of your own home or at our dedicated learning facility.

To speak to us and learn more about our teaching support services, fill out our online form or call us today: 07913 059 296