Our services
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We support students who are preparing for exams in the following subjects:
Mathematics (all)
English Language & Literature
Science (all)
Chemistry
Biology
Physics
Other (limited availability - please request)
We will need to know the following information
Exam board & dates
Curriculum details
Current grade
Predicted grade
Any available feedback or reports from school
Any diagnosed learning needs
Efficient exam preparation can boost progress by an additional grade each year. We recommend the following:
GCSE exam preparation should start by January of year 10.
A Level exam preparation should start by January of year 12 and year 13.
Our tutors prepare students for exams using the following processes:
Past Exam Papers & Practise Question analysis
Timed mock testing
Troubleshooting for weak points or missing content knowledge
Exam skills including time management
Answer planning and modelling
Revision planning and monitoring
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We support students who are preparing for grammar school common entrance (11plus) exams in the following areas:
Verbal Reasoning
Non-Verbal Reasoning
Maths
English
Exam boards - CEM, GL and other school specific assessments.
We will need to know the following information:
Desired schools/area
Exam dates or estimate
Current grade
Predicted grade
Any available feedback or reports from school
Any diagnosed learning needs
Efficient exam preparation in good time boosts progress and is more likely to secure the desired entry requirements for your chosen school. We recommend the following:
11plus exam preparation should start in year 4
Discuss with your child’s school to gain the teacher’s perspective on your child’s prospects
Independent study and revision timetable in addition to 11plus tutoring
Ensure your child is within the catchment area for the desired school and you have appropriately registered them for the desired entry exam.
Our tutors prepare students for exams using the following processes:
Past Exam Papers & Practise Question analysis
Timed mock testing
Troubleshooting for weak points or missing skills
Exam skills including time management
Answer planning and modelling
Revision planning and monitoring
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We support students who are preparing for end of primary school SAT exams in the following areas:
Maths - Numeracy Skills
English - Literacy Skills
We will need to know the following information:
Exam dates or estimate
Current grade
Predicted grade
Any available feedback or reports from school
Any diagnosed learning needs
Efficient exam preparation in good time can boost progress by 1 grade each year. We recommend the following:
SATs exam preparation should start in year 5
Revision and independent study routine established at home
Our tutors prepare students for exams using the following processes:
Past Exam Papers & Practise Question analysis
Timed mock testing
Troubleshooting for weak points or missing skills
Exam skills including time management
Answer planning and modelling
Revision planning and monitoring
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We provide curriculum skills support for children ages 7 and up. This is ongoing support in your chosen subject ensuring that your child is able to work according to and beyond the recommendations of the UK National Curriculum. This includes:
Key Stage 2 (Year 3 to 6)
Key Stage 3 (Year 7 to 9)
Key Stage 4 (Year 10 & 11)
This is ideal for students who may be struggling in the chosen subject or display a particular talent that could benefit from further challenge.
We will need to know the following information:
Current grade / levels
Predicted grade (if available)
Any available feedback or reports from school
Any diagnosed learning needs
Curriculum skills support can start as soon as the need for additional help arises. Our tutors provide support in the following ways:
Troubleshooting for weak points or missing skills
Teaching of foundation skills required of each level
Quick quizzes and revisiting pasts topics to improve retention
Setting tasks that require a combination of multiple skills
Progress planning and monitoring
Homework support and reinforcement of learning in school
How does it work?
Joy Learning online tutoring provides a flexible and personalised approach to learning. By working with one of our qualified tutors online, you can improve your academic performance and achieve your goals.
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Consultation
We will discuss your academic goals and aspirations to gain a clear understanding of your requirements. We are flexible with our approach to communication and can discuss over the phone, Whatsapp or email at a mutually convenient time.
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Tutor Selection
Once we have a clear picture of your requirements we will determine the most compatible and available tutor to support you with your academic goals and ambitions. The tutor’s profile will be shared with you.
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First Lesson
A lesson with the selected tutor will be arranged to support you in confirming the compatibility of the tutor. The first lesson is covered by our satisfaction guarantee, so you only pay if you are happy to proceed.
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Online Classroom
The trial lesson provides you an opportunity to experience our well equipped online classroom. A link to the lesson will be emailed to you beforehand so that you can join at the scheduled time to begin a lesson with your selected tutor.
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Price & Payment
Our standard rate is £30 per hour (£35 for A Level). We recommend one hour per subject. This is charged to your saved account details after each lesson.
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Feedback
Your private tutor will provide a written report at the end of the lesson detailing lesson content and any homework or independent practise required. This will be emailed to you shortly after the lesson once the tutor has created the report.
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Scheduling
We aim to be as flexible as possible to ensure both students and tutors can work together at mutually beneficial times. The tutor will provide you contact detail so that you can communicate directly to request any changes to your lesson schedule.
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Lates & Cancellations
You can inform your tutor whenever a cancellation is required or you are running late. Please inform your tutor of a cancellation no less than 24 hours prior to the start of the lesson to avoid the £10 cancellation fee.
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Support
Should you have any concerns regarding the service you are receiving or need any further support beyond what your tutor can offer, please contact our admin team and we will be happy to support you as required.