How we Tutor
At Golden Thistle Tutoring, we pride ourselves on offering a personalized and flexible approach to online tutoring. Our process is designed to ensure that every student receives the support they need to excel in their SQA examinations.
Our aims
Our aim is to inspire every student and help them unlock their academic potential. We are committed to supporting all students to give them the best chance to achieve the SQA grades they want.
Founded and based in Scotland, we have personally navigated the SQA examinations and understand the lack of resources available compared to the ample resources online for English students doing GCSEs and A-levels. We strive to make up for this by providing excellent online tutoring services aimed specifically at Scottish students, ensuring they have the resources and support they need to succeed.
Choosing your specialist tutor
Our tutors are students from some of the top universities in the country, all of whom have achieved top marks in their SQA examinations. This means they truly understand the challenges current students face, making them great tutors for Scottish students. After reviewing our selection of tutors, you can choose the one that best fits your needs. Once you’ve made your choice, we’ll put you in direct contact with your tutor to arrange a suitable time for your weekly sessions. Learn more about our talented team in the Our Tutors section
Flexible scheduling
Our tutoring sessions typically last between 1 to 1.5 hours and are all done online (usually Microsoft Teams). The length of the session usually depends on what works best for the student and the level of study that they are at. While we recommend a regular weekly time slot, we understand that schedules can change. If you need to reschedule, we offer flexible options to find an alternative time. Additionally, if you have a class test or exams approaching, you can arrange extra sessions to ensure you’re fully prepared.
Personalised sessions
During each session, our tutors can:
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Provide Practice Questions: Tutors will give questions for students to answer, followed by detailed feedback to help them improve.
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Offer Custom Notes: For topics students find challenging, our tutors will give personalised notes to aid understanding.
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Advance Learning: For excelling students, tutors can introduce upcoming topics to give them a head start.
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Review Past Exam Papers: Tutors will go over SQA past exam papers to familiarize students with the exam format and question styles.
Our goal is to provide excellence in every session, ensuring each student gains confidence and achieves their best possible results.
Ongoing support
As prelims and final exams approach, it is common to increase the frequency of tutoring sessions. Our tutors are dedicated to providing the support needed, whether it's through additional sessions or intensified study plans, to help students excel during these critical periods.
If you want your child to obtain their best results in their exams, contact us immediately using info@GoldenThistleTutoring.com or the contact form below - the sooner we start, the better the chances of success. We'll get back to you with our available tutors as soon as possible, and you can select the one that best suits your needs. Our online tutoring sessions are flexible, ranging in length to accommodate your specific requirements and schedule. Let us help your child achieve their academic goals and unlock their full potential.
