What is the cost of a Science tutor in Hexham?

The cost of a Science tutor in Hexham can vary depending on several factors, such as qualifications, experience, and whether Face-to-Face or Online. Private Science tutors in Hexham may cost anywhere from £15 to £60 per hour. A qualified teacher in Hexham from Teachers To Your Home, will range from £17.50 per hour for online group tuition, to £50 for Face-to-Face A Level Science Tuition in Hexham.

Which is better? Face-to-Face or Online Science Tuition?

Face-to-face tuition in Hexham allows for direct interaction and personalized attention from the Science tutor. It provides a more structured learning environment and can help students stay more motivated and focused. On the other hand, online tuition offers more flexibility in terms of scheduling and location. Students can access Science tutoring from anywhere and online sessions can be recorded for future reference. Online tuition also tends to be more affordable and can offer a wider range of Science tutors and subjects. Ultimately, the best choice depends on the individual student's needs and preferences. Younger or SEN students may benefit more from face-to-face tuition, while older students may prefer the convenience and flexibility of online tuition.

What are the advantages Group Tuition?

Group Science tutoring provides a supportive environment where students can work together, learn from one another and engage in collaborative problem-solving. It provides students with a variety of perspectives and ideas, which can lead to a deeper understanding of the subject matter. Being in a group allows students to work together, communicate effectively, and develop teamwork skills. Group Science tutoring is often less expensive than one-on-one Science tutoring, making it more accessible for students who need extra help.

Does my child need a Science tutor?

Not every child in Hexham needs a Science tutor, but there are many scenarios where tuition will be beneficial. The obvious is if a child is not attending school for whatever reason. If they are at school, a Science tutor may be needed to stop a student from falling behind, which can lead to disillusionment and behavioural issues; or to get back on track after a poor end-of-year exam result. If a specific learning difficulty or Special Educational Need (SEN) is identified, then Science Tuition in Hexham can provide a vital reinforcement. For high stakes exams, such as 11+, Common Entrance (often 13+) for schools in Hexham, GCSE and A-Level or IB, tuition can provide that final boost to get over the line, the stretch to reach the top grades required for the next stage of education, or assistance with specific exam techniques that may not be taught at school.

A SEN (Special Educational Needs) Science tutor in Hexham, is an educator who specialises in providing additional support and guidance to students with special educational needs. These needs may arise due to a variety of factors, such as learning disabilities, physical disabilities, or emotional or behavioural difficulties.

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The Science Curriculum

Science is a core subject within the UK curriculum and is recognised as having increasing importance in preparing children for their futures lives, in an increasingly technological society. A high-quality science education, structured within the disciplines of Physics, Chemistry and Biology, provides the framework for understanding the world. All pupils throughout the Key Stages should be taught the essential knowledge, methods and processes of Science, so that they are equipped with the knowledge required to understand the uses and the implication of Science, today � and for the future.

Primary Science Tuition

The principal focus of Science teaching in Primary School is to enable pupils to observe and experience scientific phenomena, encouraging pupils to look more closely at the world around them: raising their own questions; performing simple tests; gathering and recording data; identifying and classifying.

At Primary and Junior level, the National Curriculum for Science aims to ensure that all pupils develop scientific knowledge and conceptual understanding through the specific disciplines of Biology, Chemistry and Physics.

Year 7 to Year 9 Tuition (Key Stage 3)

The principal focus of Science teaching in Key Stage 3 is to develop a deeper understanding of the range of ideas in the separate disciplines of Physics, Chemistry and Biology, also being aware of the connections between these different subject areas. Some schools offer separate teaching across each of the three Sciences through Key Stage 3; others offer a Combined or Co-ordinated Science approach.

GCSE and IGCSE Science Tuition (Key Stage 4)

The principal focus of Science teaching in Key Stage 4 is to continue the process of deepening and building upon scientific knowledge. Many students may opt to take separate GCSE or IGCSEs in some or all of Physics, Chemistry and Biology; to provide them with a platform for more advanced studies, establishing the basis for a wide range of careers. Other students may opt for a dual-award or single GCSE in Combined Sciences; this being their last formal study in these subjects, providing them with a broad-based foundation for understanding the world around them.

A-Level or IB Science Tuition (Key Stage 5)

The principal focus Science teaching at Key Stage 5 is to provide higher level knowledge, skills and understanding for those students who wish to specialise in Physics, Chemistry or Biology; to provide them with a platform for university study; establishing the basis for a wide range of careers. These qualifications are recognised to be academically rigorous and demanding.

At A-Level, as well as the traditional three separate Sciences for those intending to study medical, engineering or other career specific degrees at university; Applied Science, Environmental Science and Science in Society specifications concentrate on the vocational aspects of Science as well as bridging the gap between Science, Arts and Humanities.

How are Hexham schools performing?

We connect you to the best teachers who work across several of the best primary and secondary schools in Hexham (some detailed below). This means we can reliably provide you with a local and experienced tutor that fits your needs.

Hexham primary school performance:

The Hexham area has 16 primary schools (one of the top being Hexham Middle School with 17% of pupils achieving at a higher standard).

From their latest Oftsed report:
“Currently, from their different starting points, pupils make good progress in most subjects, including English and mathematics.”

The Hexham local authority has an average of 66% of students meeting the expected standards in reading, writing, and maths at primary school age (vs England's average of 65%). And has an average of 11% achieving higher standard (vs England's average of 11%).

Hexham secondary school performance:

The Hexham area has 6 secondary schools (one of the top being Queen Elizabeth High School with 59% of pupils achieving grade 5 or above in English and Maths GCSEs).

From their latest Oftsed report:
“This is a good school. Achievement is strong. Good leadership of teaching has led to improvement and performance management is closely linked to the school’s priorities. It is not yet outstanding because teaching varies in quality and weaker teaching restricts the learning of some students.”

The Hexham local authority has an average of 43% of students achieving grade 5 or above in English and Maths GCSEs (vs England's average of 43%). And has an average of 93% of students either staying in education or entering employment after GCSEs (vs England's average of 94%).

Hexham Ofsted ratings:

100% of Hexham schools have received at least a 'Good' Ofsted rating, with 3 schools receiving an 'Outstanding' rating in their last evaluation.

Source: Gov.UK Website

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