A routine works when it is realistic, consistent and owned by the child rather than imposed. This guide walks through the routine our tutors recommend: same time, same place, no screens during the first 30 minutes, and a five-minute plan before starting.
Keep sessions short and predictable - two blocks of 25 minutes with a break beats three hours of struggling. End every session by agreeing the first task for tomorrow, which removes the hardest part of starting.
Our Saturday tutors can build a personalised version with your child during the session, and review how it is going week by week. Bring questions about routines to any Saturday session - small tweaks usually fix most homework battles.
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