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Primary Maths
My Primary Focus
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Build a great foundation of mental maths which is crucial for Maths in Key Stage 3 and beyond.
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Following the National Curriculum to ensure every child is at the expected level or higher for their year group.
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Keep the lessons creative and fun as I want to make sure all children genuinely find the lessons enjoyable.
Experience in this area
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In the past 5 years, I have taught a large number of children at Primary School level in Oxford, London and Online ; seeing many differences in terms of ability, confidence, interests and needs.
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Some children have been behind in class and I helped them catch up and develop more confidence with Maths.
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Some children have just had a few weak areas, e.g mental maths, times tables etc. After we worked on those topics they rose to the top of their class.
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Some children have been way ahead of their year group and aren't being pushed in class. I teach these children much harder Maths, e.g I have a Year 4 student who has learnt all of Year 5-8 Maths.
Different Approaches for those ...
Struggling with Maths
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My main aim is to catch up with the expected level for their year group and build a solid foundation of mental maths.
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If low confidence in Maths and disliking Maths are issues too, then I would really like to work on those as well. Generally by keeping the learning process fun and giving a lot of positive feedback and encouragement.
With a few weak topics
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My main aim is to clear up any weak areas of Maths so that the student becomes more confident and comfortable with Maths and rise to the top of their class.
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If low confidence in Maths and disliking Maths are issues too, then I would really like to work on those as well. Generally by keeping the learning process fun and giving a lot of positive feedback and encouragement.
Excelling in Maths
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My main aim is to keep pushing the child's interest and understanding in Maths and improving problem solving skills.
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I would also be able to help with early exam taking and School Entrance tests.