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Alongside exam and school-system information, we cover challenges that arise in real lessons and practical things parents can check at home.
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Why learning needs a person paying attention: the Petra Tutors approach
Why our support continues beyond tutor matching: finding an approach that suits your child, keeping parents informed and creating a manageable learning routine.
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How Petra Tutors thinks about learning, how pupils work with their tutor, and what we share with parents.
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EIKEN preparation
How to study for each grade and approach vocabulary, longer reading passages, writing and the interview.
International school support
How to think about writing, reading, homework and keeping track of grades.
Beginner English
How to build a manageable learning routine for primary pupils and children new to English.
Studying at home
What parents can notice and support between lessons.
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Clear guidance for parents on learning English, exam preparation and school support.
Vocabulary memorisation alone does not always improve EIKEN scores.
At higher grades, it becomes increasingly important to read longer passages strategically, summarise information and structure written answers.
Read the article →What to check when written homework comes to a halt
When written homework stalls, check whether the question, structure and teacher's expectations are clear, as well as the student's writing ability.
Read the article →What to focus on first so primary English remains manageable
How to choose between pronunciation, vocabulary, conversation and reading based on your family's situation.
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