Homework Overview

Homework

Every pupil at AE Tuition will receive weekly homework. Homework is an opportunity for pupils to reinforce their understanding of what they have learnt and build confidence in each topic.

We recognise that it may sometimes be difficult for children to complete their homework because they don’t understand something, or a task has taken longer than expected. To assist parents in knowing what homework tasks have been set, the weekly homework is posted on the Parents’ Portal, along with a video covering the lesson content and homework.

AE Tuition believes that tuition works best when it is viewed as a partnership between student, parent and tuition provider. This tripartite partnership ensures that tuition is most effective. At the heart of this partnership is communication, which ensures that parents and children receive all the support they need.

To assist this tuition process, answer sheets are provided for every piece of work that is set, meaning parents can mark the work and know exactly how well their child has done every week. For simple mistakes and certain tasks parents may help correct their child’s understanding. Parents can record in the homework diary the particular areas of difficulty their child has to show where they may need reinforcement and individual support. Every week our Classroom Supervisors will review your child’s homework diary and their work, and address any areas where this additional support may be required. The teacher is kept fully informed of your child’s progress and specific areas of weakness. Occasionally, the teacher may authorise ‘extra help’ support sessions which will take place outside of the normal lesson time.

Pupils at AE Tuition are encouraged to do homework on a daily basis:

Pre-plus Foundation (Year 3) – About 30 minutes per day

Pre-plus Intermediate (Year 4) – About 45 minutes per day

11+ Full Preparation (Year 5) – About 1 hour per day, which increases in the run-up to the exams

Key Stage 3 Courses (Year 7-9) – About 30 to 45 minutes per day

Scholarship Course (Year 6-8) – About 45 minutes to an hour per day.

If you have any concerns about your child’s homework, it’s important that you reach out to us immediately, so we can offer support to your child and get them back on track with their homework.

Thinking about enrolling on a course? Is there a concern that is stopping you?

I couldn't enrol on the session I wanted for my child

We understand that family schedules can be hectic so it can be challenging to find the perfect group for your child to attend their weekly sessions. We recommend enrolling in a group that best fits your current schedule. This way, you can join waiting lists for any fully booked sessions. If a place becomes available in a group you're waitlisted for, we will contact you directly to see if you would like your child to switch groups.

Courses are too expensive

We understand that paying for the course in full can be challenging. That's why we offer interest-free standing order payments, allowing you to spread the cost over monthly instalments throughout the duration of the course.

There isn't a tuition centre near me

We're delighted that parents want to enrol their child nationwide and even worldwide on our courses. This is why we offer remote courses for our pupils to login to their weekly sessions from anywhere.

It doesn't matter if a child is enrolled on a remote course or a classroom-based course, our methodology stays the same. Pupils who attend our remote-learning courses will experience the same high standard of tuition, provided by experienced, UK-qualified teachers who have also been trained to deliver AE Tuition's specialised programmes.

I'm concerned that there will be too much work for my child

We understand that parents may be concerned about their child's workload. Please be reassured we are here to support both you and your child every step of the way. We take pride in our unique partnership between pupils, parents and teachers, which ensures open communication. If you ever feel that your child is struggling, we strongly encourage you to speak with their teacher or a member of our teaching team as soon as possible so that we can address the issue immediately.

I'm confused which course I need to enrol my child on

We offer a range of courses for children aged 7 to 15 years, and we understand the importance of choosing the right one for your child. If you need assistance, please feel free to contact our Customer Service team by filling in the contact form or calling us on 020 8867 2727 (Mon-Fri, 09:00 to 14:30).

I have another reason why I haven't enrolled my child yet...

If you would like to talk to AE Tuition directly, please feel free to contact our Customer Service team by filling in the contact form or calling us on 020 8867 2727 (Mon-Fri, 09:00 to 14:30).