Parent Resources
Success Tips & Tutoring Information for Parents
As parents, we all want the very best for our children and are aware that success in school can often be a huge determinant for success in life after school. A Team Tuition focus on working with students, parents, schools and individual tutors as a cohesive educational support team to help students reach their full potential, academically and socially. As passionate educators, A Team Tuition is committed to providing parents with all the information and resources necessary for student success as part of their tutoring program.
A Team Tuition has invested significant time and energy in research to assist with the development of programs that meet student’s academic and emotional needs. With highly skilled educators and a wealth of information garnered through dedicated research, A Team Tuition has practical tips and information to assist you on the sometimes challenging education journey as parents of school aged children and current relevant information relating to changes in the education system and what it means for your child.
The Theory Behind ATAR
With recent changes, ATAR and effectively the entire school system for years 10 to 12, is grounded in the theory of ‘the new taxonomy of education model’ by Robert Marzano.…
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5 Positives about ATAR the Government Hasn’t Told You!
It has happened… A new era has begun! Queensland has finally decided to ditch the controversial Overall Position (OP) system and follow the lead of the rest of Australia. At…
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What Is The New ATAR System?
It has finally happened… ATAR is here! At the start of 2019, the Queensland Government introduced a new Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE) system. Previously known to many schools, parents,…
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Technology and Children’s Education – The Benefits
Think about it… How much do you rely on your mobile phone? How much do you use a desktop, laptop or tablet? Do you wear a smartwatch proudly on your wrist? Do you need to use these for work?…
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Why I Became An Academic Personal Trainer
As a people person, I am always on the hunt for opportunities where I can meet, interact and make a difference in the lives of those around me. That’s where the incredibly rewarding role as an APT…
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Five Fatal Study Traits – How to Help Struggling Students
Is your child struggling at school? If the answer is yes, then you have found the right article! If the answer is no… keep reading as you never know when this issue may raise its ugly head. It is normal…
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Anxiety Strategies for High School Students
Anxiety is a term that unfortunately is widely thrown around to describe how people feel in a bunch of different situations; exams, before an important meeting or interview or even…
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5 Ways To Ease The Transition From Year 11 To Year 12
The last school bell of the year rings. You have finally completed Year 11 and an appealing two months of school-free holiday awaits you. Firstly, congratulations on finishing your second…
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Why I Became An Academic Personal Trainer
As an enthusiastic learner, I will always jump at every opportunity to enhance my learning experience. With that being said, when provided with the amazing opportunity by A Team Tuition…
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Social Media and Studying – An Unlikely Match
Social media and studying.. it all seems counter-intuitive, right? Social media is a part of everything I do – why not include schooling in that! I had just posted about…
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A Team Tuition Signs Partnership With The Australian Boarding Schools Association
At A Team Tuition, we envision a holistic method when it comes to student transformations. For boarding school students, this holistic approach is pertinent in order to provide tailored support to suit the needs of newly independent students. When we were approached by The Southport School (TSS) in 2017 about ways in which we can adopt our personalised service to assist a group of boys in boarding, we came to the realisation that there is an evident gap between boarding youth and the traditional structure of boarding learning.
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7 Ways ATAR Will Change The Way You Apply For University
For Year 12 students – the end of your high school experience is near. However, it’s important not to drop the ball just yet. With half of your senior year already gone, the final semester is still your canvas and now is the time to paint the picture of your future! Term 3 is undoubtedly one of the most stressful terms for Year 12 students. Your final OP predictions are released, university applications open and students are required to sit the Queensland Course Skills Test.
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