As parents, we all want to see our children excel in school.
Some children are great at motivating themselves or asking for help, while others need a push to catch up or even a little help to accelerate beyond their current capability. When it comes to building Maths skills, there is no reason to postpone giving your child that push.
Signs your child may need a Maths Tutor
If your child is old enough to receive reports, you can tell pretty quickly whether or not they might need help when you see their grades. These can indicate possible problems from a straight A student getting their first B, to your child showing signs that they need extra help with slipping grades or comments, extra help in a one-to-one situation could turn those round quickly.
Also, look out for a lack of enthusiasm for Maths. Children usually love to learn about new subjects, especially in Maths. They like to learn about counting, money, telling time – all Maths-related subjects. When you see enthusiasm slip, that definitely signals extra support could be needed.
One of the best ways to get more insight on how your child is handling Maths is to talk to their teacher. Or you might notice your child’s relationship with Maths, has changed. For example if they used to love Maths but now suddenly dislike it, this could also be a sign they are having problems understanding and that extra help is needed.
Get help sooner rather than later
By delaying the process of getting your child the help they need, you risk letting them slip further behind as well as losing confidence, which is essential to continued successful learning.
At Clever Little Pickles, I can identify your child’s strengths and areas of weakness. I can fill the gaps in their learning and improve their self esteem and confidence, ensuring they can keep up or feel confident to tell their teacher whenever they need further input.
