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Maths tutor needed in north London-but I can't find anyone suitable - help!

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civilfawlty · 21/03/2012 17:25

My dd (8) is in year 4. She is really struggling with maths, and this is affecting her confidence. I really want a tutor to come to the house once a week to help her, in the first instance, with the basics so she can feel braver.
Anyway-thus far I have had one woman turn up 25 minutes late to tell me it's too hilly where I live and so it would be tricky in the winter. Another said she doesn't like "silly children". And so on...
She (my dd) is a gentle soul, and needs someone who will inspire and engage her, will understand her anxiety, but not be soft.
I'd be so incredibly grateful if anyone knows anyone who fits this description and is willing to come to archway/ crouch end.

Crossing everything. Thanks

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Frontpaw · 21/03/2012 17:27

Have you looked into Kumon classes? Probably cheaper than a tutor.

civilfawlty · 21/03/2012 17:50

Thank you. I think she needs some one-on-one help at the moment. But in time it looks like a great option.

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Frontpaw · 21/03/2012 17:55

With Kimon they assess the child then start the, just below the level they are at to get their confidence up. Why not try a trial lesson? They get little work papers that take ten minutes each day, and this really builds up their maths.

clam · 21/03/2012 18:08

Er.... I wouldn't touch Kumon with a bargepole. Sorry!

civilfawlty · 21/03/2012 18:34

Thanks. But I just want to find a tutor to come to the house. Appreciate your thoughts though.

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Frontpaw · 21/03/2012 19:26

I would look in the Families magazine or Parents/Angels + Urchins. Does your school know anyone? Some of the teachers may do some tutoring.

civilfawlty · 22/03/2012 09:54

Bump

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notatigermother · 23/03/2012 16:35

try home tutors in muswell hill. www.londonhometutors.org/
they have a network of tutors and are very good at matching the type of tutor with what you need.
I used them for my dd when she was in y3 and was very anxious about maths.They were excellent and found us a tutor who worked in local schools helping out with maths and so was familiar with all the methods and techniques taught in the class room e.g. partitioning, number lines etc etc.

PigeonPair · 24/03/2012 15:42

Why don't you ask one of the teachers at her school if they would be prepared to help out? They are often keen to earn extra money, particularly in the long school holidays. I have just arranged this for my Year 1 son who is also really struggling with Maths (even though he doesn't realise it!). I asked his teacher if she had any teaching friends who might be interested and, having checked the headmaster was OK with it, offered to do it herself!

Petraarifin · 28/03/2012 12:42

hello,
i do study A levels, I am 21 and I would like to try it. Just let me know if you have not found anyone and if not we can get in touch.

tantrumsandballoons · 28/03/2012 12:52

OP,does it have to be someone that comes to your house?
Would you consider another option?

We are also in north London and my DCs have been at the most amazing tutor for the last 2 years.

My youngest is 8, he needed help initially with writing and he was a little bit shy, didn't like to ask the teacher for help etc.
He has done amazingly well in the last 2 years, it is above and beyond what we expected and he is now over achieving in english and maths

The set up is a husband and wife, both teachers who have a whole house dedicated to the "school" ( they live next door!)
They are tutored in groups of 4, but are doing different work so as there are 2 tutors per group they get a lot of individual attention and individual work based on their assessment every fortnight.

It's about 10-15 minutes away from crouch end, they tutor in the evenings and weekends and it's a 2 hour session once a week.
It cost £18 for 2 hours and I can't recommend them highly enough.

Let me know if you want more info

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giovannacossali · 05/04/2012 21:52

Hi there,
my name is Giovanna. I am 32 years old, I have two degrees in mechanical engineering and I am currently doing a PhD in mechanical engineering. I have done some tutoring before in maths and funny enough the last was a 8 year old girl who did not like maths at all. Please contact me if you want to have a chat.

roguepixie · 05/04/2012 21:55

I have details of a maths tutor in Hampstead (Frognal area). He helped my DS prepare for exams.

PM me if you want details.

Btw, as far as I know he prefers students to come to him. However, he also runs courses so it might be an idea to talk to him to discuss your needs and whether he can meet them.

Sara234 · 13/05/2012 18:31

If you are still looking for a tutor, I tutor Maths for that age, and have been doing so for 12 years. I teach up to GCSE, Please contact me if you want to discuss your lessons.

lailamobell · 05/08/2012 01:23

hello. My husband has been teaching maths for three-years in a secondary school, but becuase of our recent move he is considering maybe working with younger children in maths tutoring. He has all the qualifications for this proffession. Is great with kids -Is a uncle to two beautifull nieces. Also we are local live in North-London. Let me know if you are intrested many thanks. :)

omfgkillmenow · 05/08/2012 01:56

if none of those people work out go to your nearest uni and put up an ad in the maths dept, guaranteed to find someone

FreakishUpperBodyStrength · 07/07/2013 21:07

I know a tutor who might just be the one. My DS was in a similar situation (didn't even attempt questions because he thought they were too difficult, went into 'baby mode', never asked for help, would do everything he could to avoid maths prep) and our tutor turned him around. He won school maths prize for his year against everyone's expectations !When I asked for someone else she said she didn't have any spaces but it's summer and that could have changed. Private message me for details if you're still looking.

NiA2012 · 24/07/2013 18:00

Hello if some body is looking for the tuition of maths please contact me.

loulourw · 24/07/2013 19:19

I'm a primary school teacher and when I was tutoring, I advertised my services on tutorpages.com. Take a look there and see.

Good luck

justdoit75 · 29/09/2013 11:50

This is not an encouraging read! My sister has been using //www.prepschooltutor.co.uk for her kid's French tutoring and they are finally offering Maths tuition as well. Not sure if they've tried that yet but they pride themselves in using quality, qualified teachers who have a lot of experience in the prep school sector. Don't be put off by the fact that it's online tuition - the kids love it! - Flexible and no time wasted. What is it about children and computers?!!!

hammerkc · 08/01/2014 19:57

You might want to check out some of these videos on this youtube channel. Its partly aimed at younger children so far, but some of the crucial ideas might help. www.youtube.com/channel/UC5joxQ8bH7I9ZRl_2kADFcg

If your daughter struggles, is it an issue with place value (understanding hundreds, tens and units). Does she know her number facts (pairs to 10 and other addition facts to numbers under 20, and times tables). What models and images (pictures of the numbers) does she use to understand the numbers?

//www.tricl.co.uk

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helen343 · 11/01/2014 23:05

Having a similar problem.....difficult to find good quality maths tutors.

Has anyone tried Blackstone Tutors?

A friend recommended them. Just wanted to check if anyone else has had tuition with them.

joosiewoosie · 12/01/2014 07:54

I'm a teacher doing primary tutoring at the moment, but near Dartford, Kent - so no use for youHmm

But, I use uktutors, first tutors, tutor hunt and child care.co.uk to advertise. You can do postcode searches on all of these.

Failing that, ask some mums in the playground, or even ask in school if they know anyone who might be suitable.

You are right to want to find the right tutor who will nurture your little one, as well as just 'tutor'. Go with your instincts as you already have.

Good luck!Smile

SchnitzelVonKrumm · 27/03/2014 17:51

Hi CivilFawlty, did you find a tutor? My daughter is in year 3 and also struggles with maths. It's affecting her whole attitude towards school.

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