Maths and English tuition

Key Stage 1

Key Stage 1 is the first stepping stone of primary school, a stage of education for 5-7-year-old children in Years 1-2.

English lessons include reading fiction and non-fiction books
Phonics focus with the Year 1 Phonics screening check
Maths lessons include number bonds, times tables, 2D & 3D shapes

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What happens in KS1?

Key Stage 1 covers years 1 and 2 of primary school. These years are all about your child developing school confidence. They are understanding what is expected of them in lessons and enjoying learning through topics and play.

There’s more emphasis on literacy and numeracy compared to reception year and some tests to work towards including the Year 1 phonics screener and SATs at the end of year 2.

How tuition helps

During these years tuition can help to:

build confidence with key maths and English concepts
develop concentration skills
become more resilient in the face of mistakes

Our approach

There are 5 ways we help children make progress and develop a love of learning.

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Professional tutors

Our tutors are DBS checked and employed by us so rest assured you're in safe hands. Explore Learning tutors are bright, friendly and care deeply about making a difference to your child.

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Smart Learning

Our smart digital tool knows what your child needs to see next and provides instant feedback. Your child can move forward in their learning making maximum progress.

Dreaming bigger

We help children to achieve more than they ever expected. We encourage them to become fearless learners, growing both academically and in their attitudes towards learning.

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Unlocking joy

By encouraging curiosity, aspiration and resilience in the face of mistakes, we help children to unlock the joy of learning. We celebrate every achievement and the effort in getting there.