Vaiva, Jan. 31, 2021
In this week's Senior Tutor Update, Vivek shares his insights about the deluge of worksheets, videos and tutor adverts that have flooded our social media feeds this lockdown, reminding parents to carefully and critically choose the content their children use in their learning.
Vaiva, Jan. 29, 2021
“With the accelerated group lessons, we move through the topics quicker than we would in school. This also helps a lot when we start the topics in school and I already know how to do it, so I find it easier. Vivek explains everything really well!”
Vaiva, Jan. 28, 2021
We would like to wish the best of luck to all candidates who are attending their 11+ entrance interviews for the Merchant Taylors' School tomorrow!
The interview is an exciting opportunity to learn more about the school you are applying for, as well as help the school get to know you – their potential new student!
Vaiva, Jan. 27, 2021
We would like to say a big congratulations to all the students who have sat their 11+ entrance exams this year and successfully got through this demanding process in the face of many unexpected changes to the admissions procedures.
Very well done!
Vaiva, Jan. 24, 2021
In this week's message, our Senior Tutor Vivek and Manager Rosie emphasise the importance of looking after one's physical and mental well-being. In the video, Vivek shares advice on the ways to manage ever-increasing screen time hours while Rosie talks about looking after your mental health and managing stress.
Vaiva, Jan. 24, 2021
Today we celebrate the International Day of Education!
We are delighted to have been able to support the learning of so many children throughout the past years – this day is a great reminder to appreciate and treasure the learning opportunities accessible to us!
Vaiva, Jan. 20, 2021
This year has been tough on everyone - but it is important to remember you do not have to go through it alone. If you are finding things difficult, speaking to someone might help. A number of charities have dedicated helplines and are ready to offer you their ear and support.
Vaiva, Jan. 18, 2021
Dear Parents,
As the Spring Term gets under way, we are delighted to welcome over 300 students to our Mathematics, English, Science and Economics lessons.
Vaiva, Jan. 17, 2021
Week 3 of term brings with it the first assessment of term. In this week's video, our Senior Tutor Vivek and Director of Studies Rebecca remind students of a number techniques for effective revision.
Vaiva, Jan. 15, 2021
“The feedback we received was brilliant because it gave you an idea of which areas he was struggling with and pointed out specifically what he needed to work on. It helped both Kabir and me, because we were working together as a team - the tutor, the parent and the child. I think that is the best bit and they couldn't have done it better.”
Vaiva, Jan. 15, 2021
To help students and parents navigate the upcoming weeks with more confidence, the Senior Tutor at Trefoil Tutors, Vivek Gathani, offers his advice for Year 11 and Year 13 students and shares his reflections on the lessons learnt from last year’s experience of dealing with exam cancellations.
Vaiva, Jan. 14, 2021
As lockdown continues, the BBC have started broadcasting programmes based on the National Curriculum for students in Years 1-9 as well as GCSE-level students.
Educational content is broadcast on TV (BBC2 and CBeebies), via BBC iPlayer and online via BBC Bitesize.
To access the materials via BBC iPlayer, please follow the link:https://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/group/p093cv85
Vaiva, Jan. 13, 2021
Best of luck to all our 11+ students sitting the entrance examinations to The Haberdashers' Aske's School for Girls today! We know you have worked hard preparing for your examinations. Now is the time to stay focused and remember the lessons learned during your revision and practice!
Vaiva, Jan. 13, 2021
We are delighted to announce that 12 out of 18 of our candidates who sat the entrance examination to Haberdashers' Aske's Boys' School this year were invited to attend an interview! Very well done, everyone!
Vaiva, Jan. 11, 2021
With the 11+ entrance examinations nearly done, this week, a number of Independent Schools are starting their interviewing process for 11+ entrance. We would like to wish the best of luck to all candidates who are attending interviews in the upcoming days!
The interview is an exciting opportunity to learn more about the school you are applying for, as well as help the school get to know you – their potential new student!
Stay confident and friendly, and most importantly, enjoy the experience!
All our best wishes,
The Trefoil Team
Vaiva, Jan. 10, 2021
In this week's Senior Tutor Update, Vivek reflects on what was an extraordinary week for teachers and the education sector as a whole with a return to online lessons and the cancellation of GCSE and A Level examinations.
Vaiva, Jan. 8, 2021
“Suhan has recently been moved into an accelerated group, where children can learn more as the speed and depth is differentiated for this group of children. That helps Suhan push forward towards his preparations for exams.”
Vaiva, Jan. 6, 2021
We would like to wish the best of luck to our Year 11 pupils who are taking the Mathematics IGCSE exam tomorrow!
We know you have worked hard preparing for this - therefore, we would like to remind you of our tutors' advice to avoid last-minute cramming. Instead, try to get a good night's sleep and put yourself in a calm and focused mindset - this will allow you to reflect on lessons learnt in the past months as well as make the most of your recent revision.
All our best wishes,
The Trefoil Team
