What exactly is your program?

123 Tuition is a highly structured, user friendly, online teaching system specifically created to support the New Zealand curriculum.

How much does the program cost?

The cost of the programme varies from family to family. The reason for this is that each programme is structured around each family’s particular circumstances. Therefore depending on the number of children in the family, their ages, current ability levels and how much, or little, of the programme is relevant for each family, the costs will vary quite considerably.

What is the curriculum?

123 Tuition provides home-based tuition and support for children aged between 4 and 16 and can represent a far more cost effective alternative to private maths tutors for learning maths and English tutors for learning English or Centre based alternatives.

Does 123 Tuition support the curriculum?

Yes, 123 Tuition is 100% aligned to the New Zealand curriculum. 123 Tuition can help parents understand in more detail the content and practices of the education system, in primary intermediate and high schools across New Zealand.

How is 123 Tuition different to a private tutor?

123 Tuition will be available to you 24 hours a day, every day, for all the children in your family to use again and again, as much as they need to and in the comfort and privacy of your own home.

How long will 123 Tuition last?

The length of time it takes to complete an 123 Tuition programme is, of course, dependant on how many topics and year groups you choose to purchase. However, this is again dependent on each family’s particular circumstances and will vary considerably depending on the number of children in a family, their ages and current achievement levels.

Can we stop and restart using 123 Tuition any time?

Children should, on average, watch one or two lessons a week, but if they need to stop for a brief period such as a family holiday, that’s fine. Although, please remember that your 123 Tuition is specifically there to help your children improve and ultimately reach their full learning potential.

Is everything explained clearly and accurately to parents?

Our Course Advisors explain everything about 123 Tuition extremely clearly and accurately as part of the initial assessment visit, including how it all works, which parts would be suitable for the family, the costs and other alternative options.

Am I expected to help my child with their 123 Tuition work at home?

YES if you want to and NO if you don’t. Many parents choose to watch the 123 Tuition lessons with their children but older children can watch the lessons and complete the exercises on their own.

I’ve heard some schools send some information out about 123 Tuition – why is this?

These days, parents often seek additional private tuition or further support for their children and from time to time approach their children’s school for guidance. Many schools have passed on information about 123 Tuition, which they feel may be helpful to some parents.

Can I receive further information about 123 Tuition?

Of course you can. However, as 123 Tuition uses audio visual teaching methods combined with cutting edge technology to deliver the teaching and support direct to your family home, our advice is always that it really needs to be seen and experienced first hand in order to be certain that it is right for you and your family.

How to Build Healthy Learning Habits

Nobody wants to spend exam season in a mad panic, which is why it is important to encourage your child to build healthy learning habits now. Getting these habits cemented early ensures that come exam time, your child is calm and confident in their studying abilities. As your child goes through school, they’ll have more and more responsibility for their learning, and these habits can help them all the way through. Read on to learn more about developing healthy learning habits.

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Identify and minimise distractions

Children can find it hard to focus if there’s too much going on. It doesn’t help that most kids have access to the ultimate distraction – smartphones! If your child has a smartphone, ask them to put it somewhere out of reach for the duration of their study session. If they don’t trust themselves to resist, ask them to surrender the device to you until they’re done. If they don’t require it while studying, turning off the wi-fi can also minimise distractions. Ask your child to identify anything that might become a distraction and what they can do to manage this. If you do this enough, your child will begin doing it automatically, leading to better focus and fewer interruptions while they’re working.

Work around strengths and weaknesses

Use your child’s strengths and weaknesses to develop a personal study plan. Work with your child to figure out which areas they are thriving in and which areas present challenges. Focusing on strengths can help to build their confidence. Encourage your child to think about their strengths and how they can be used as tools for studying. Learning to recognise their weaknesses is equally important. Once they are aware of the challenges they face, they can adapt their studying habits to accommodate these. If they struggle with maths, they can dedicate more time to figuring it out or leave it for a time they know someone will be around to help.

Teach your child to prioritise

Learning how to prioritise is an essential skill for studying. Keeping an eye on due dates is helpful, but it might not be the only way for your child to prioritise homework. Some kids prefer to start with easier work before moving on to the harder stuff. Others prefer to tackle the tough things first. Watch your child see which option makes the most sense, so you can talk about it.

Create a dedicated study space

Having the right space to study can make all the difference. Somewhere quiet and comfortable with little to no distractions is the ideal study spot. Establish rules for when your child is in their study zone. Let people in the house know that when the door is closed, it means they do not want to be disturbed. It is a good idea to try and study away from areas where they eat and sleep. They also might like to try studying in different places around the house, as this can sometimes help them remember what they have learnt.

Take breaks and pace out study

It is more effective to spread out studying over time rather than doing it all at once. For example, it is better to spend an hour a day studying maths from Monday to Friday than to spend five hours on it on Monday. Spreading out their learning helps students remember what they have learned for longer. Taking intentional breaks has been linked to better retention, increased attention, and boosts in energy. Make sure there’s time to rest now and then! While taking a break, go for a quick walk or do some stretches. Try to avoid using your phone if possible, as this has been linked to a decrease in productivity while working.

Need help with your child’s study?

If your child is struggling with studying, a tutoring service may be beneficial. 123 Tuition delivers affordable, home-based maths and English tuition from Year 1 to NCEA Level 2, fully aligned to the New Zealand curriculum and your child’s specific learning requirements. Our program provides everything from planning, teaching, and marking to live support, all for as little as $29.95 per week, per family, not per child!

Book your free assessment with 123 Tuition today and learn how our maths and English programs can bring out the best in your child.

How to Build Healthy Learning Habits

Book Your Free Assessment Today

Identify and minimise distractions

Work around strengths and weaknesses

Teach your child to prioritise

Create a dedicated study space

Take breaks and pace out study

Need help with your child’s study?

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