LS Tuition Summer School | Is Summer Learning Really Necessary?
Does Learning Over Summer Really Make a Difference? For many families, summer is a welcome pause. Alarms are switched off, routines soften, and children finally get the freedom they’ve been waiting for. And rightly so, rest matters. But there’s a quieter question many parents find themselves asking by mid-August: “Why does going back to school […]
LS Tuition Edinburgh Launches New Website to Better Support Students and Families
We are delighted to announce the launch of the brand-new LS Tuition website, designed to support families across Edinburgh better looking for extra support with their child’s education. As a tutoring service based in Edinburgh, LS Tuition is committed to providing personalised, supportive education that meets the needs of every learner. Our new website has […]
How Tuition Can Support Home Education and Flexi-Schooling
In recent years, more families have begun exploring home education and flexi-schooling as alternatives to traditional school. For some children, a different educational approach can provide the flexibility, pace, and environment they need to feel more confident and engaged in learning. While these pathways offer many benefits, they can also place a significant responsibility on […]
Getting the most out of parents’ evening: expert tips for primary school parents
Parents’ evening tips from expert primary school tutors in Edinburgh. Learn how holistic development and private tuition can support your child’s progress.
How Puzzles Boost Children’s Cognitive Development
Did you know that the modern jigsaw puzzle was first invented in the 18th century as a teaching aid for children? Even back then tutors recognised the power of a good puzzle! John Spilsbury, a London mapmaker, made the first jigsaw from wood by gluing a map to a wooden block. He then carved around […]
Rush Hour: Learning Through Play
One of our core beliefs is that learning should be fun. Fun is important for learners of all ages but especially children whose natural state is play and curiosity. Like mini detectives, they’re constantly gathering clues and information that help them understand the world. A sense of play shows children why they’re learning something and […]
Our Critical Thinking Method That Helps Children Think Big
Creative, non-judgemental, free-thinking — three words we’d use to describe our Critical Thinking space at Lydia’s Tuition. And our learners love it too. “It feels good when I solve the problem,” said one KS1 pupil. Critical thinking and philosophy aren’t exclusively for university students. Everyone can benefit from pondering life’s great questions, but especially children. […]
Why Developing Problem-Solving Skills Early Is So Important
Every day, children encounter a world filled with complexities, uncertainties, and emotions. Conflict with siblings, academic pressure, and personal hang-ups all play a part in shaping a child’s sense of self-worth and belonging. It’s tempting to think that our job as adults is to shield children from these challenges. While protecting children in the short […]
Page-turning books for Key Stages 1 and 2
Looking to expand your little one’s library? We asked the tutors at LS Tuition to recommend their favourite books for Key Stages 1 and 2. Building literacy is an essential skill. Children who read daily are more likely to become avid readers and struggle less in class generally. There’s also a direct link between reading […]
A Guide To Teaching Phonics
Phonics is a method of teaching children to read using sound. Children develop phonics skills by linking sounds with the letters that represent them. This article will explore how phonics works, how effective it is, and how you can use phonics to improve children’s reading comprehension. Phonics is used by most primary school teachers in […]