Manning's Tutors

10/08/2026

The teenage brain is still developing, particularly the areas responsible for attention, planning and self-control. While this might explain why concentration can sometimes feel elusive, it also means that these skills can be improved with the right strategies and routines. The good news is that you don’t need to buy expensive equipment or ban technology altogether. Small, consistent changes often produce the biggest results.

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Discover strategies to boost your teenagers concentration, including tips for parents and including SEND support strategies.

06/08/2026

Disadvantaged pupils are now almost 19 months behind their peers by age 16.

That figure describes a national average, not the needs of every individual pupil. Some learners have gaps in core knowledge. Others need help rebuilding confidence, improving consistency or re-engaging with learning.

This is where well-planned one-to-one tuition can make a real difference.
Our approach is simple:

🌱Diagnose the specific gaps and barriers.
🌱Target support through focused, personalised sessions.
🌱Track progress and adapt the plan when needed.

The answer is not simply more tuition. It is better-targeted tuition, delivered around the individual learner.

05/08/2026

Every child should leave school knowing how to...👇

Finish the sentence in the comments. There are no wrong answers—we'd love to hear what you think matters most. 💙

Let's inspire each other with ideas that could help the next generation.

30/07/2026

Summer learning doesn't have to look like school. ☀️📚

Whether it's baking, bug hunts, board games or bedtime stories, every family has their own way of keeping learning alive over the holidays.

💬 What's your favourite way to keep children learning over the summer? Tell us in the comments – we might feature your idea in our Story!

28/07/2026

When the summer holidays arrive, many families breathe a sigh of relief. Alarm clocks are switched off, school bags are tucked away and the pressure of homework disappears for a few precious weeks.

After months of busy school days, children deserve time to relax, recharge and simply enjoy being children.

However, many parents also begin to wonder whether six weeks away from the classroom might undo some of the progress their child has worked so hard to achieve. Questions often arise about how much learning is enough, whether children should continue practising school subjects and how to strike the right balance between education and enjoyment.

Read the full article:

Wondering how much learning your child should do during the summer holidays? Discover practical advice for primary, secondary and GCSE students to prevent the summer slide while still enjoying a well-earned break.

22/07/2026

The best part of awards evenings isn't just the trophies... it's the people.

Our Director, Johnny Manning, enjoyed catching up with Paul Singh from Equal Education at the National Tutoring Awards 2026. It's always a pleasure to connect with others who care deeply about giving every child the opportunity to thrive.

Congratulations to everyone who was nominated, shortlisted and celebrated. Here's to another year of changing lives through education. 💙

21/07/2026

As another school year comes to an end, we'd like to say a huge well done to every student, parent and tutor who has been part of the journey this year. 💙

Success isn't just about grades. It's about showing up on the days when learning felt hard, asking questions, trying again after setbacks, and growing in confidence one step at a time.

To all of our tutors, thank you for your patience, encouragement and dedication. The difference you make goes far beyond the lesson itself.

Now it's time to enjoy a well-earned summer. Rest, explore, read a good book, bake, build, create, visit somewhere new, ask curious questions and make wonderful memories. Learning doesn't have to look like homework. Some of the best learning happens away from the classroom.

A little curiosity over the summer can make a big difference when September arrives, helping to keep skills fresh and confidence high without missing out on the fun.

Have a fantastic summer, everyone. You’ve earned it. ☀️

14/07/2026

The best tutors often change lives quietly, one student at a time.
That's why it was such a privilege for our Director, Johnny Manning, to present the Secondary Tutor of the Year award at this year's National Tutoring Awards.
Congratulations to Poppy Parmar-Phillip on a well-deserved win, and thank you to everyone working tirelessly to give young people the confidence, knowledge and opportunities they deserve.

It was inspiring to spend the evening alongside so many people committed to making a genuine difference in education. Congratulations to all of this year's finalists and winners. 👏

08/07/2026

Every child learns differently. Some fly through school with very little support, while others need a little extra encouragement to reach their potential. As a parent, it can sometimes be difficult to know whether your child is simply having a temporary wobble or whether they would genuinely benefit from working with a tutor.

Learn More: https://manningstutors.co.uk/how-to-know-if-your-child-needs-a-tutor/

03/07/2026

Every child experiences periods when school feels difficult, overwhelming or simply uninteresting. While occasional dips in enthusiasm are perfectly normal, some children can lose motivation for weeks or even months at a time. When this happens, parents often find themselves asking the same questions: Why has my child stopped trying? Have I done something wrong? How can I help them get back on track?

The good news is that a loss of motivation is usually a symptom rather than the problem itself. Children are naturally curious learners. When motivation disappears, there is often an underlying cause that needs understanding and support rather than pressure or punishment.

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Has your child lost motivation at school? Discover practical ways to rebuild confidence, support learning, help SEND pupils and improve engagement with education.