This is the first week of a five week block (4 weeks for Business GCSE)
IGCSE Science (Term 1 Physics), 9:40 - 10:40
The sessions this term are with Andy Reid who is a Scientist and home ed dad, and specialises in Physics and Astronomy. We are in the process of lining up teachers for Biology and Chemistry. The lessons aim to complement science IGCSE study - please note that they will not cover the entire syallubus for the three science IGCSES. Perfect for children who are planning on taking IGCSE Double Science or IGCSE Physics.
KS3 English, 9:55 - 10:40
This group is aimed at children ages 11+ and will be covering a range of KS3 English topics. This session is with Charlotte.
KS3 Science, 10:45 - 11:45
This session is run by scientist Andy Reid, and aims to cover topics from the KS3 syllabus, helping to prepare students that wish to move on to GCSE sciences in the future.
Astronomy Club, 11:50 - 12:45
This session, led by Andy Reid, is for children ages 10 - 16 who have an interest in astronomy.
GCSE Business Studies, 11:50 - 12:35
This session is with Laura, who will be covering the business GCSE over two years, for students who with to sit the GCSE from summer 2028. There will be homework each week which needs to be completed in order to cover the course.
Maths
IGCSE Foundation 1:15 - 2pm
IGCSE Higher 2 - 2:45pm
GCSE Further Maths 2:50 - 3:50pm
There are two lessons a week for the GCSE/IGCSE classes. The aim is to cover the syllabus across one year by taking both lessons, or over two years by taking one lesson a week. For students wanting to take Higher IGCSE they need to have covered the foundation material, hence they could take foundation GCSE twice a week in year 1 and higher GCSE twice a week in year 2.
There is a lot of homework set in all the courses, and students need to complete this in orer to progress well with the course. Katie will create a spreadsheet that you can use to check what homework has been handed in and marked,
The Further Maths GCSE course is fast pace aiming to complete the syllabus and be exam ready for summer 2027. This course assumes all the knowledge of higher IGCSE, although it may be possible to study alongside our higher IGCSE course for keen mathenaticians.
If you would like advice about which level to enter your child for please send us a message.
Lunch
Children are welcome to bring lunch with them and eat on site in our workshop room. Please ask your children to tidy all their lunch things away and pick up any dropped food etc. Please also ask them to eat in the workshop room only and not any of our other rooms.
General info
If you are booking for more than one child then we are able to offer you a 5% discount. Use code Homeedtues2+ at checkout for this (you will need to book each session separately). If you currently receive benefits and will struggle to afford for your child to take part in the groups please get in touch as we are able to offer a discounted place in the
If you haven’t been to groups at The Place Stamford before and would like to come for a trial session before booking please get in touch. We are not usually able to refund sessions missed.
Children are welcome to stay between sessions and play in the snug - we have a wide selection of games and toys, or of course they are welcome to bring their own activities. You are usually welcome to leave children with us during their lessons so long as you remain contactable - we will ask you to come in or to stay if your child needs you, or you are welcome to stay onsite with your child. For children younger than 11 we ask that you are on site with your child between lessons and take responsibility for ensuring that your child gets to their lessons, (unless by prior agreement). We have a very busy day with lots of families taking part so the teachers and shop staff are not able to take responsibility for other children. We also ask that you ensure your child clears up after themselves before they leave.
Please note that the shop rooms upstairs will be open to customers through the day.
For new families we have a guidance and expectations sheet that we will ask you and your child to agree to when you first join us.