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Whether you are enjoying the holidays or can’t wait for them to end, we all want back to school 2023 to be easy and stress-free. The lead-up to back to school can be overwhelming especially when big changes are happening for the little people in your life. We have lots of ideas to help make the back-to-school period as smooth sailing as possible.

Back to School Shopping Trip

There is always lots to buy to get ready for back to school. Why not get the kids involved in the shopping to ease any wo…

Don’t worry about the kids being bored these holidays, we have 50 things to do on summer holidays to keep them busy. This list includes free, cheap, and low-cost activities that won't break the bank.

So bookmark this list and come back to it as you need … 50 things to do on summer holidays there are bound to be a few you haven’t tried. Let's make these holidays the best ones yet!

What to do on summer holidays for free

1. Head to the beach - to make it even more exciting maybe head somewhere you h…

Okay, you have decided to take action and get a tutor. Fantastic!

But there are so many options, face-to-face or online? 1:1 or in a group? With a big chain or an independent business?

Today I want to help you decide whether 1:1 or group tutoring is the best choice for your child.

Group tuition is an excellent service and is not like school, in the slightest. The children still get individual attention, tailored lessons, customised learning plans, and all the inclusions of a 1:1 lesson.

BUT they …

One of the most common questions I get asked by just about everyone I know is - What should I get my child's teacher for Christmas? (Or Teacher Appreciation Day)

Everyone wants to know, what are the best gifts I’ve ever received, what are the worst, and are teachers sick of getting chocolate and wine, or do they really like it?

So I am going to spill the tea and let you know what are some of the best gifts I’ve ever received, some great gift ideas, and I even have a FREE gift for you!

So to answe…

Wow, who can believe it is October already? The last month has just flown by. Here at Wise Owl Tuition, we have been extremely busy. We have had 3 new tutors come on board, and another is to start next week. Several new families have joined us as well. A big welcome to everyone.

Term 3 has been our most successful term yet, and I am so pleased with all the student's progress. It has been wonderful to get some great feedback from parents and schools about how they feel their children have improved…

Parents often ask “how can I support my child’s learning at home?”. I always suggest that they download these 5 free apps. Kids love using technology, so why not use it to your advantage? Get them practising their ABC's, while they think they are playing games.

Want to brighten your child's study area? Download our free motivational posters here.

The Best Free Educational App to Learn Times Tables

Ninja Maths

There are lots of great ways to practise times tables but I really like Ninja maths. I…

I have a little secret for you … sight words suck! You might be thinking, hey hang on, my children get sight words from school and they work! Why do they suck? Should I stop doing the homework? What do you mean they don’t work?

Woah … let me explain … Yes, my opinion might be a little bit controversial but read on to the end and you will see what I mean, why sight words aren’t the most effective teaching tool, and what to do instead!

Are sight words bad?

I wouldn’t go as far to say that sight wor…

Have you ever wondered, Does my child need a tutor?. You may have encountered some difficulties with supporting your child’s learning. You may feel frustrated and unable to aid your child with his or her tricky math problems or difficult science projects. On the other hand, you may feel like your child is not challenged enough in their classroom, and needs some additional exercises to enhance and support their learning.

Tutors can work with your child to create personalized lessons just for them.…

It’s that time of year again and the end of Semester One reports are coming out. It can be an emotional time for you and your child, particularly if the report isn’t what you hoped it would be.

You might be wondering if your child got a “good” report.

Hmm that sure is a loaded word - good

What is a good report? It comes down to your expectations as a parent and your understanding of the Australian Grading System.

Let's break it down.

The Australian Grading System

Before we dive into what makes a …

One of the most common comments I hear from parents is that they find trying to help their children do their homework difficult. So many parents say homework leads to frustration, arguments, and tears (and not just from the children). Some parents often feel it is their personal responsibility to make their children do well in school. With such a huge responsibility it is perfectly normal to be anxious about your kids' success in the future. Homework often becomes the focus of this anxiety. It …