Tips and advice shared by tutors for learning Maths

One of the things which most secondary school students like me can relate to is the absolute PAIN that is exams, specifically Mathematics. Whether it's your regular school exams, GCSEs or A-Levels, everyone has experienced the immense stress formed before, during and after the exam period. This stress can be mental and physical, in various forms. Whether it be making dozens upon dozens of cards or notes on maths techniques, testing yourself with...

Maths is a very unique subject to revise for, as it doesn't involve an abundance of memorisation but requires you to sharpen your problem-solving skills. So how exactly should you prepare for a maths exam?  Creating a revision plan Deciding what to revise and when you will do so is just as vital as revision itself, because there is limited time that you have to spend revising. If you are sitting your GCSEs there will be several other subje...

Problems have been around for as long as humans have been able to think (that's a very long amount of time isn't it?). As problems arose, people tried to solve them. Let's try and use a very simple problem to get us started: I want to cook an egg. Now how can I go about cooking an egg? The first step would be to break it into a smaller set of sub-problems to scope out the problem. Let's list some questions we would need to answer before we can ...

Complex numbers are amazing. Understatement. Allow me to go on. Who knew creating an abstraction for the square root of -1 would open up a whole field of mathematics? Let's dive into it. Quick Introduction Just to get an idea of what a complex number actually is: z = a + ib where a, b are real numbers. The i here is core to the complex part of a complex number. i = √-1 For a more formal description, they can be viewed as a 2-dimensional number,...

Learning maths has a bad reputation for being uninteresting, although this view is mostly the result of poor instructional strategies and a lack of application to real-world situations. When maths tutoring is accompanied by creative methods, it can be inventive, interesting, and yes, even enjoyable!  A lot of things play a part in the idea that maths is boring and uninteresting. Students may become disinterested if they are forced to ...

If you can notice patterns, you can enjoy maths lessons. If you can count your fingers, you can enjoy maths. Maths is without a doubt a major part of our daily lives, from the moment you wake up to when it's bed time again. How to tackle maths anxiety Here are some tips and tricks on how you can diminish maths anxiety: Understand that everyday life activities are intertwined with maths skills. Knowledge of maths will also come into play if you...

Are you a student taking private maths lessons, are you a private maths tutor? Whichever applies to you, this blog should be of great help to you.  Mathematics requires a lot of practical exercises and problem solving to help students assimilate and internalise the concepts studied in class. Below we've shared a list of complementary materials for maths classes for students of all ages and levels. More and more online tutors are offering m...

Becoming a maths tutor starts with a passion for numbers and a desire to help students reach their academic goals. A core subject of the UK curriculum, mathematics can be a polarising topic among students, with many struggling to pass their exams. As such, tutors offering maths lessons are in high demand, as parents seek to help their child build confidence and obtain top grades. Many people find that tutoring maths can be a real vocation. Some ...

Maths is often seen as the nemesis of many primary and secondary school students, who are forced to take private lessons and maths tuition. This complex, yet fascinating subject 'haunts' students until the end of secondary school, after which many get rid of it altogether by pursuing studies in humanities or taking their first steps into the world of work. But why is maths so dreaded? After all, we need maths for everyday life. Just think about...

If you´re a lover of all things maths and you´re currently studying A-Level maths, perhaps you've thought about continuing your maths studies in university. If that´s the case, this blog can help you understand why you should study maths and what you need to do to apply for a maths course in university. Why study maths in university? There are a number of great reasons why you should study maths at university level. First of all, studying math...

Effective revision for maths and physics lessons is a dynamic process that involves a multifaceted approach, combining understanding, practice, and good study habits. Here, we delve into a comprehensive set of tips to help you maximise your revision efforts in these subjects. 1. Understand the fundamentals: A strong foundation in maths and physics begins with a solid grasp of fundamental concepts. If you find any gaps in your understandin...

The traditional way to get new students has always been through the tool of advertising for classes. Now, thanks to some online platforms, such as FindTutors, being a tutor is much more accessible. For any tutor, getting new students is one of the biggest challenges, especially if you want to turn private tuition into a full-time job. But what should your advert look like? In general, each advert should be different, depending on the different ...

If you have a background in mathematics, becoming a maths tutor is one of the best things you can do. There is a lot of demand for maths classes and tutors who are just starting out with giving private maths tuition tend to make a pretty good living. Getting maths students isn't difficult, but they don't just fall out of the sky, especially at the beginning or during a quiet period. For those times when students seem to be hiding under a r...

Maths is one of the most in demand classes in the world of private tuition. If we're lucky enough to be good at maths and have a solid understanding, it's normal that we start thinking about giving private maths classes to others. But where do we start? There are many things to consider if you want to become a maths tutor, but one of the first things is how much you should charge for giving maths lessons. We know that it is not an easy tas...