Derby South

Who are we?

The owners of the new Kip McGrath Education Centre in Allenton, opened in October 2011, are Sue & Dave Priestley. 

Sue:-

• fully qualified teacher with almost 30 years experience
• B.Ed (Hons) degree from the University of Warwick and a Professional Counselling Qualification
• worked in schools throughout Derbyshire and in more recent times has been employed by the LEA as an Advisory Teacher across both Primary and Secondary schools - delivering pastoral care and training with great passion
• relishing the challenge of influencing for the better the lives of the children living in our region
• contact Sue today for a free educational assessment - kipmcgrathderbysouth@btconnect.com

Dave:-

• Masters Degree in Manufacturing Systems Engineering, from the University of Warwick
• 30 years experience in Manufacturing Industry centred on logistics functions where his mathematical and analytical skills have brought about considerable improvements and reduced costs significantly
• has worked in the Derby and Nottingham areas and enjoyed the challenges of helping UK Manufacturing remain competitive
• most recent positions have been at managerial level thus providing the necessary business skills to successfully run a Kip McGrath Education Centre
• Dave takes care of the Centre administration, allowing Sue to devote her time to the professional tutoring of the pupils.

Our goal?

We want to create an environment where both children and parents are happy and confident to return to and also provide a high quality of personal care and service that will set us apart. Enrol your child with Kip McGrath and watch their confidence, self-esteem and motivation to succeed grow.

What we do?

We believe fully in the Kip McGrath professional tutoring methods which have been successful for more than 35 years and have led to the business achieving international presence. There are now in excess of 250 centres across the majority of regions in the UK and Kip McGrath continues to be one of the fastest growing UK franchise business opportunities. 

OFSTED Registration

As we are recognised and registered with OFSTED, parents are able to use Childcare Vouchers towards the cost of tuition. Those in receipt of working tax credits can also claim against the cost of lessons.

Where we work?

We are based near Spider Island in Allenton and are here to serve the local communities of Allenton, Sinfin, Normanton, Stenson Fields, Chellaston, Alvaston, Shelton Lock and Boulton Moor.

Why we do what we do?

Our desire is to help build the very brightest future for your child aged 5 to16 in their English and Maths academic studies. In fact, everything we do works toward this goal. Academic success will open up greater opportunities for them as they develop. We provide a professional quality service using only qualified teachers. We treat your child as an individual and provide a positive learning environment that’s structured and challenging but also both fun and stimulating for all abilities. We place great emphasis on success and achievement in all our students, rewarding and creating the motivation and desire to learn.

How we work?

In order to address your concerns we will provide a free of charge educational assessment to highlight current strengths and weaknesses with your child’s Maths, English, Reading and Spelling. We will go through this with you so you can understand and ask questions. The findings are then tailored as a learning program specifically for your son or daughter so that best progress can be achieved over the coming weeks. We will be honest with you about what we feel can be achieved in specific timescales.

The lessons?

Each child’s individual tutoring programme is delivered on a weekly basis in 80-minute sessions in small groups of up to 5. Sessions take place weekdays after school and on Saturday mornings. Every session is structured as a number of 10 minute individual activities, encompassing computer based, written and practical resources to allow each child to learn at their own pace, developing an enthusiasm for success in a fun and friendly environment. Homework is a key part of life at Kip McGrath as this helps the child to reinforce the subjects taught in class. We provide weekly feedback to parents and regular reviews to measure progress. 

Why do children and Young people come to Kip McGrath? (do you recognise any of these?)

• it’s an inspirational atmosphere to learn
• to further extended existing skills
• to push ahead in their studies
• to catch up with their peers
• to seek a helping hand with their homework
• to improve their grades
• to get specific help in key areas
• to catch up specific topics
• to improve their confidence/ self-esteem
• to benefit from a small group environment
• they struggle with specific aspects of the school environment. e.g. large class size
• to receive specific exam preparation or study skills. E.g. SAT’s, 11+, GCSE or Entrance Exam
• their teacher recommends additional study

 
All resources required whilst at the Kip centre, including homework, are included in the weekly fee – there are no additional or hidden costs involved.

Does it work?

Your child will graduate from the Kip McGrath programme with a greater desire to learn, with more motivation to succeed and they will have stronger belief in themselves. There is a direct link between the child’s attendance at Kip McGrath and their enhanced future school performance.

Our success is the success of your child's education.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Maths and English Tuition Programmes at Kip McGrath Education Centres Derby South.

What subjects do you teach ?

We help students primarily in the areas of Reading, Writing, Spelling, Comprehension, English and Maths - from Primary to Secondary. We also offer expert courses in Essay Writing, Study Skills and Intelligence Development. At appropriate times of the year we also offer Getting Ready For School (for the school starters) and exam preparation for Standard, Intermediate & Higher Grade English and Maths. Many students also attend for specific help with school entrance exams.

What ages do you teach ?

The majority of students we teach are between 4 and 18 years old. We also cater for adult students who need to "brush up" on their school knowledge, for example, a workplace examination or to improve their reading or writing skills.

Do you tutor exam preparation for selective school entrance ?

We do exam preparation for selective school entrance exams. It is important that you contact us well before the exams to give your child the best chance of success.

How do I know that my child will improve ?

Your child will improve if they are supported at school, home and at Kip McGrath. Every child that attends tutoring each week and does all of their set homework will improve - both academically and in self confidence.

How long will it take to resolve my child's difficulties ?

Every child is different and every concern is different. After the initial assessment, we will be able to provide an indication of how long tutoring may be required and your child's progress is monitored regularly by continuous assessment and by regular parental feedback. There is no obligation or contract to attend for any period of time. If, for whatever reason (e.g. change of financial circumstances), you decide you are no longer able to attend, all we ask is that you provide us with two weeks notice.

Can you tutor my child with a disability ?

There are many disabilities with varying levels of disorder. We always recommend that you seek professional advice on this question first. We can teach students with disabilities such as ADHD, Aspergers, Dyslexia, Autism and others. It is very important that we have an interview and assessment with you and your child before we can determine if we can effectively tutor them. Our main focus is to ensure that your child's disability will not interfere with their ability to learn in this environment. Please contact us to discuss your child's needs.

Will you come to my house to tutor ?

All tutoring is done within our Centre. This gives us the ability to provide the best facilities and teaching aids to meet the needs of your child and creates an optimal learning environment.

Do you tutor online ?

Online tutoring is currently being developed which will mimic the proven Kip McGrath method of tutoring delivered in the Centre. Due for release in 2012, it will be a great option if your child finds it difficult to regularly attend our Centre.

How does the initial assessment work ?

Many parents are concerned about how their children are performing at school and whether their children are at the appropriate level for their age and class. We provide a free, no obligation assessment and discuss the results with you in detail to determine exactly how your child is performing.

How long is each lesson ?

Lessons are 80 minutes long and students typically attend for one lesson a week. Some older children do attend more often, according to their needs. Even young children attend for 80 minutes - their lessons are broken up into 10 minute activities, designed to keep them keen and interested.

What times are the lessons held ?

There are a variety of lesson times available to suit you and your child's activities. The majority are after school during week days and Saturdays however we try to be flexible according to the availability of your child. Please contact us to discuss your needs.

Will my child get homework ?

Homework is an essential part of the Kip McGrath programme, particularly for Reading students. We are aware of each student's school workload so set homework is generally limited to around half an hour each week. If you have difficulty getting your child to complete the homework, please contact us immediately.

How should I help my child while at Kip McGrath ?

Make your child's school teacher aware that you are getting your child tutored and ask to be kept up to date with your child's performance at school and any areas that the teacher believes needs attention. Set aside a place and a time for your child to do homework from both school and Kip McGrath and ensure that they complete it each week. Make sure that they attend their tutoring sessions each week - regularity is a major key to improving your child's results. Always let the tutor know if you have any concerns about the progress of your child or the type of work that they are doing.