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Tutor and Client etiquette - We'd love to hear your thoughts

by First Tutors

This week Prof Coates, a notable academic in the field of English language and linguistics, stirred up debate when she suggested that the use of "Miss" to address teachers in the classroom is a bit of a shocker when one considers that male teachers are typically referred to as "Sir." She observed ...

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Tutors, thinking about a leap into teaching?

by First Tutors

Graduate tutors, are you inspired and passionate to want to take take it further? Would you ever train to be a teacher?

Teaching like tutoring is a very rewarding profession. The government recognises the need for schools to recruit people with industry experience and this is reflected by the fact ...

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Looking for talented young musicians for SoundAdviceUK

by Laura

SoundAdviceUK (www.soundadviceuk.com) are looking for talented young musicians (whether that be a band, or a solo artist, a singer or a pianist) who would like the chance to perform in an intimate London venue with a great atmosphere. We're a team of volunteers who put together a monthly live music/...

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How to find a Private Tutor FAST!

by First Tutors

We're approaching the busiest time of the year when everybody comes back from half-term, glances at the calendar and realises there are exams looming around the corner! So, how do you ensure you find a good private tutor in the middle of a stampede? Here's our tips:

1. Always contact more than one ...Read more ›

Child Genius of the Year 2014

by Sara Vazquez Shaw

Is your child a marvel at maths or a whizz with words? Web-coding whizzkid or strategic game supremo? Novelist, blogger or persuasive public speaker? Business brain or ingenious inventor?

If you know a 5-12* year old who would relish meeting like-minded bright young children...and if he or she woul...

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