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Understanding and Overcoming Maths Anxiety

Understanding and Overcoming Maths Anxiety

Most parents have seen it, the Sunday evening slump when the maths homework comes out, the groan at the mention of a times tables test, or the child who just seems to shut down the moment numbers appear. It's easy to chalk this up to laziness or a lack of effort but for a significant number of children, what's actually going on is something deeper. It's called maths anxiety, and it's far more common than many people realise.

by Kip Insights Team
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GCSE Results Day 2025 | What to Do Next

GCSE Results Day can bring excitement and nerves in equal measure. If you’ve just collected your grades, you may be unsure what to do next. In this guide we will cover practical steps and support for GCSE Results Day 2025.

by Kip Insights Team9 min read
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Improve Reading Age with Personalised Tutoring

Helping children develop strong reading skills is one of the most important foundations for lifelong learning. Here at Kip McGrath, we excel in helping children to improve their reading age and comprehension through structured, tailored support.

by Kip Insights Team4 min read
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The Importance of Early Intervention in Maths Learning

Developing strong number skills during early years can predict later success not just in mathematics but across learning as a whole. Where a student starts in maths sets the trajectory. By giving children a firm foundation in basic concepts right away, we set them up to build confidence and success in later topics.

by Kip Insights Team7 min read
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The Best Educational Gifts for Kids This Christmas

Finding Christmas presents that balance fun with education isn’t always easy. You want presents that have some educational value but that children are still excited to open and receive on Christmas morning. We’ve pulled together some great ideas for educational gifts for kids that strike that balance, turning playtime into learning time whilst still being fun!

by Kip Insights Team5 min read
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Introducing TutorEd - The New Kip McGrath Podcast

At Kip McGrath, we’ve always believed that every child deserves the chance to thrive at school and beyond. For almost fifty years, our centres have supported families by offering tutoring that is accessible, effective and confidence building. Now, we’re excited to bring those conversations to life in a new way with the launch of our podcast, TutorEd.

by Kip Insights Team3 min read
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Introducing Our New CEO

Today marks an exciting new chapter in our organisation’s journey as we warmly welcome our new Global CEO, Melinda Smith. We are delighted to have her join us and lead our company into its next era of growth, innovation and shared success.

by Kip Insights Team1 min read
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Why Become a Tutor with Kip McGrath?

Being a tutor lets you dynamically use your teaching skills, see students improve quickly, and enjoy a flexible schedule with competitive pay.

by Kip Insights Team5 min read