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Unlocking progress in maths and English can require extra support for some students and that is where private tutoring comes into its own.
Burnett Bakker, owner of Kip McGrath Ōrewa, has been a teacher for more than 10 years and says every child absorbs learning differently.
“The teaching in school is not at fault,” she says. “When you have 29 students, there is only time for one method of teaching. Working with individuals is my strength and what I love.”
Kip McGrath offers personal tuition in English and maths for primary and secondary students, with programmes to suit each child. Students receive a free assessment, then one-on-one coaching and computer work, to build their skills.
“You find the child’s sweet spot, and that’s when lightbulb moments happen,” Burnett says.
The reasons for extra tutoring are mainly because the child wants to keep up, or catch up, with their class.
Burnett says since covid there has been a lot of catching up required.
“Children can come in with low self-belief, and want to go under the radar in the classroom. As they progress, their confidence grows and they start putting their hands up and participating.”
Burnett moved to the Coast from South Africa with her family four years ago and has been teaching at local schools.
Kip McGrath aligns with her teaching philosophy and also enables her to work closer to her Arkles Bay home.
“Teaching is like being a mum – you need to be approachable, patient and kind,” Burnett says. “I put quite a bit of mothering into my work, and I want every child to succeed.”
Business Directory: Kip McGrath Ōrewa
