Blog Posts tagged Tutor

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First Tutors new terms and conditions

by Sara

We've changed our terms and conditions to reflect changes in legislation.

As this is a major update you may wish to read the new terms: here.

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English spelling – the craziest system in the world!

by Sara

For many students that study English as a second language, the majority will agree that learning to pronounce and spell in English can be a nightmare! Although English verbs are simple in comparison to most languages; with the subjugation changing only in the 3rd person ("he sees, she sees") and wit...

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Help with essay writing

by Sara

We receive hundreds of requests from students asking for help with essay writing because it is such an important aspect of many academic subjects.

An essay has been defined in a variety of ways. One definition is a "prose composition with a focused subject of discussion" or a "long, systematic disc...

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Why study History?

by Sara

Good question that can be answered by many ancient historians, although many critics would say it all happened a long time ago so why rake up the past? Others would perhaps say who cares about the past I'm too busy living my own life!

The Spanish philosopher George Santayana quoted "Those who canno...

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Summer feedback from familes

by Sara

Traditionally, academic tuition during the summer period hits a low but we have still been busy helping families find private tutors for the new term. We are delighted to publish recent summer feedback from families and students. :)

Gillian from West Sussex: "I found the website very easy to use. T...

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