Support

Welcome to the Support page — a place designed to give you clarity, confidence, and reassurance as you explore the right learning support for your child.

Choosing tutoring is an important decision, and it’s natural to want to feel fully informed before taking the next step. Here, you’ll find helpful information to guide you, including answers to common questions, insights into how sessions work, and experiences shared by families who have already seen the impact of personalised support.

Whether you are just beginning to consider tutoring or are ready to move forward, this page is here to support you in making a confident and well-informed choice for your child’s learning journey.

  1. Testimonials
  2. Frequently Asked Questions
  3. Resources

Testimonials

I’m proud to work closely with families and the children themselves to support each learner’s individual journey. Below you’ll find feedback shared by both parents and students, highlighting the confidence gained, progress made, and positive experiences through Foundation First Tutoring.

  1. Katie is a great teacher, successfully nurturing my daughter's confidence and improving her attainment. My daughter throughly enjoyed her sessions with Katie and she really made each session adaptive and informative. She would regularly provide feedback so we always felt included in the loop.

    - Chrissy

  2. Thank you for being an amazing tutor Katie. You helped me understand difficult topics and provided me lots of strategies to help me learn.

    - Isla - Year 4 & 5

Your Feedback Matters

Every child's learning journey is different, and hearing about your experience helps me understand what's working well for your family. If you've seen your child's confidence grow, noticed progress in their learning, or simply enjoyed seeing them become more enthusiastic about learning, I'd love to hear from you.

Your feedback is greatly appreciated and may also help other families looking for the right tutoring support for their child.

Your feedback means so much to me!

Frequently Asked Questions

Strong foundations. Confident learners. Brighter futures.

Every child is different, and it’s natural to have questions when considering extra support. Here you’ll find answers to some of the most common queries, helping you feel informed, reassured, and confident in your decision.

How do I know if my child needs tutoring?
If your child is struggling with key skills like reading, writing, or number sense, or if they seem anxious or disengaged during learning, tutoring can help. Some children benefit from extra support to catch up, while others thrive with stretch and challenge beyond the classroom. I offer a free consultation to help decide what’s best for your child.
What happens in a typical session?
Each session is carefully planned around your child’s needs. I start with a warm-up activity to build confidence, followed by focused teaching using engaging resources. Sessions include hands-on learning, games, and plenty of praise — all designed to strengthen foundations and spark curiosity.
Do you give homework?
I provide regular, appropriate feedback to parents. If helpful, I may suggest short activities to reinforce learning at home — but only if it suits your child and family.
How long until we see progress?
Every child is different, but most families notice increased confidence and engagement within a few weeks. Academic progress typically follows as foundations strengthen. I’ll keep you updated regularly so you can see how your child is growing.
What ages do you work with?
I specialise in early learning — typically Reception to Year 3/4. These are the years when strong foundations matter most, and personalised support can make a lasting difference.
Where do sessions take place?
Early learning and foundation‑building work best in person, so I teach from a calm, focused environment that I’ve created in Horley, Surrey. If we feel that online sessions would suit your child’s needs, these can also be arranged on request.
Can you help with phonics and early reading?
Absolutely. Phonics is a core part of early learning, and I use proven strategies to help children decode, blend, and build fluency. Whether your child is just starting or needs a boost, I tailor support to their stage.

Resources

I am currently developing a range of high-quality resources to support early learning at home. These will include guidance for parents, simple activities, and practical strategies to reinforce key skills in phonics, reading, writing and maths.

Each resource will be designed to be clear, manageable and effective — helping you support your child with confidence.

Please check back soon for resources to help build confidence, strengthen foundations and support your child’s progress.