Clara James Tutoring
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Preconceptions of how to support a child
There is always the danger that we have preconceived ideas about the child that we are working with: a dyslexic child will struggle to spell. A child on the spectrum will want to follow the same routi... ...more
Become a tutor ,Education Franchise &tutoring
July 08, 2026•1 min read
What Can I Do If I Can't Afford a Tutor Right Now?
A parent recently emailed me to say that she had enjoyed reading Square Pegs & Round Holes but, couldn't afford tutoring at the moment. She then asked a question that I suspect many parents are wonder... ...more
Education ,Secondary Maths Help with maths &tutoring
June 11, 2026•4 min read
The Washing Up Was Still on the Side
This morning I walked into the kitchen and the washing up was still sat on the side from yesterday. But yesterday I had moved different mountains. It is the same when we work with children, celebrate ... ...more
How do we learn ,Education &tutoring
June 09, 2026•2 min read
What I understand about supporting neurodiverse students
I think more than anything though, it is important to work with the child sat in front of us. Not the label or our preconceptions. If you would like a free copy of my book, just send me an email: info... ...more
How do we learn ,Education &tutoring
June 03, 2026•4 min read
Making a revision plan
It’s that time of year again when some students start to panic that their GCSEs are just around the corner and a revision plan needs to be created. Every minute of every day is packed with some ambiti... ...more
Revision tips ,Education &Secondary Maths
April 21, 2026•2 min read
When It Feels Like You’re Being Judged
There is nothing more terrifying than being judged… or even just the feeling of being judged. Telling our kids/students that is easy. Believing it ourselves is so much harder ...more
Revision tips ,tutoring
April 14, 2026•2 min read