Case studies
Schools, tutors and pupils across the country have told us about their experience of the National Tutoring Programme and Pearson as their tuition provider. We're proud of the difference that the Programme has made for both teachers and disadvantaged pupils' learning so far.
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Tutoring sees primary school pupils progress and grow in confidence
Janet Williams was a primary school English and Maths teacher for 35 years. She now tutors KS2 children in English and Maths. We spoke to Janet about her experience and why she became a tutor for Pearson Tutoring.
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Dedicated tutors deliver tailored sessions to improve student outcomes
Deborah Parsons was a Maths teacher for 32 years before she started tutoring KS3 and KS4 pupils in Maths in 2017. We spoke to Deborah about her experience and why she became a tutor for Pearson Tutoring.
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Tutoring helps students gain the knowledge and skills to build on their schoolwork
Suzanne Markham has been a tutor for Pearson Tutoring for two years. Prior to this, she was a secondary school science teacher. We spoke to Suzanne about her experiences as a tutor and why she joined Pearson Tutoring.
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Wood Green Academy
The teachers at Wood Green Academy were keen to make the most of the National Tutoring Programme, as their school has high levels of disadvantaged students. It is a large secondary school, situated in the Midlands.
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Woodlea Primary School
The individual attention of tutoring has really advantaged students at Woodlea Primary school in Durham. The sessions have improved students’ confidence and teachers have seen it shine through in lessons.
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Wigmore Primary School
Wigmore Primary School in Luton have had an excellent experience with the National Tutoring Programme through Pearson. Their students have really benefitted from the additional support of fully qualified teachers.