Tutoring news
A directory of curated, source-led guides as the tutoring landscape moves quickly.
Guide directory
A directory of curated, source-led guides as the tutoring landscape moves quickly.
14 published guides available.
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The DfE’s England announcement gives tutors a timely reason to look again at KS3 reading fluency, comprehension, vocabulary and subject literacy — carefully, without overstating what is still unknown.
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Ofqual’s 2024–25 England figures show high and rising approvals, especially 25% extra time. Tutors need to explain evidence, normal way of working and private-candidate centre rules without promising an outcome.
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Ofqual and JCQ have sharpened the message on AI-generated coursework. Private tutors need clear boundaries around coursework, NEA, EPQ-style work and admissions writing.
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Eligible paid self-employed tutors can now apply through a DBS umbrella body, but check level still depends on the role. Here is what to do and how to reassure families.
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Ofqual has confirmed that formulae and equation sheets will continue for current GCSE maths, physics and combined-science specifications. Tutors should now focus on fluent selection, rearranging, units and application — not copy-only practice.
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England’s April 2026 programme aims to co-develop supervised AI tutoring tools for schools. Here is what tutors need to know about pupils, subjects, safety and limits.
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A practical guide for entrance-exam tutors on earlier testing, curriculum-led 11+ preparation, FSCE-style claims and calmer conversations with families.
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Children Not in School registers and new local-authority checks make accurate tutor records, safeguarding awareness and clear boundaries more important for home-educated learners.
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From the 2025 to 2026 academic year, eligible students in England without grade 4 or above, or an accepted equivalent, in GCSE English and/or maths must be offered planned teaching in each relevant subject. Here is how tutors can explain the 100-hour headline accurately.
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A source-backed update on the January 2025 VAT change, the demand evidence, and the practical enquiry types tutors may see in 2026.
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Private tutoring use has grown, but access is uneven. Here are the key England and Wales findings, the school-tutoring context and the responsible takeaways for independent tutors.
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England’s proposed SEND reforms could introduce Individual Support Plans and a clearer support ladder. For tutors, the practical issue is how to work alongside school plans without overstepping into diagnosis, legal advice or SENCO decisions.
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The final report and government response point to future curriculum and GCSE changes in England. Here is what tutors should understand now, what to monitor, and what not to promise yet.
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A timestamped guide for tutors trying to understand the First Tutors closure notice, the company record behind the brand, the contact routes captured, and whether Latimer Tuition could be a good fit.
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