Roper Tutoring Co. in Kalamunda, Western Australia, Australia | Tutor/teacher
Roper Tutoring Co.
Locality: Kalamunda, Western Australia, Australia
Phone: +61 400 237 925
Address: 8/3 Canning Road 6076 Kalamunda, WA, Australia
Website: http://www.ropertutoringco.com
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25.01.2022 And just like that, we are in the final week of Term 3, 2020! Despite all of the upheaval created by COVID-19, we have enjoyed a very busy and productive term at Roper Tutoring Co. We welcomed the majority of our existing students back, as well as many new faces who came on board to take advantage of our specialised small group tuition. Something that this unprecedented time has highlighted for me is the importance of RESILIENCE and the significant role it plays in the clas...sroom. It has been amazing to watch so many of our students overcome anxieties about returning to school. I have watched our students meet and exceed the challenges created by the gap in their learning programs and push through this time of adversity to come out the other side with even better results. Our tutors have led the charge through this uncertain time by creating an environment that is inclusive and supportive, allowing students to regain momentum, re-establish their confidence and build that vital internal resilience. Our tutors are constantly checking in and assessing the individual needs of every student, helping to refine their foundation skills and creating learning experiences that best prepare them for upcoming assessments. We are so excited to see what the final term of this crazy year will bring for all of our amazing students We are currently drafting the Term 4, 2020 timetable and have very limited places left. If you want your child to see the year out on a high note, get in touch NOW and secure their place! 0400 237 925 [email protected] www.ropertutoringco.com
24.01.2022 How are your children coping in this COVID-19 landscape? As more restrictions are lifted and school becomes compulsory for all students to attend, it is so important that we consistently check in with them and address any worries about school they may have developed over the past few months. Openly discussing their concerns, acknowledging how challenging this time has been and helping them to set achievable goals are important steps which will help to establish a positive att...itude towards their schoolwork. Every day at Roper Tutoring Co. we see the benefits created by open and supportive lines of communication between students, parents, teachers and tutors. We welcome regular and ongoing feedback aimed at creating an environment where students feel safe and supported to address their challenges and reach their goals. How has your child’s classroom experience been impacted by this unprecedented time of change?
20.01.2022 It’s exam week for our year 11 and 12 students, a time that can be fraught with stress and overwhelm as they manage their need to study and their after-school commitments Yesterday I learnt that one of our students at Roper Tutoring Co. is currently managing TWO after-school jobs while maintaining excellent grades in all of her ATAR subjects. I was really intrigued to get a sense of how she manages week to week, especially during high stress times like exams. Firstly, she ...explained why she has taken on so much extra responsibility in the form of two after-school jobs. The goal of paying for her own car and achieving the independence that your own transport brings you has always been important to her She feels empowered to set goals like this, outside of her academic achievements, because of the extra help and support she knows she will get from tutoring Her tutoring sessions have helped to motivate her to set SMART goals, stick to budgets, manage her time, be strategic, be organised, and importantly, ask for help when she needs it. She plans her various commitments weeks in advance, she pre-empts upcoming assessments and exams so she isn’t overwhelmed and is able to commit the time she needs to both study and work. She is constantly checking in with her tutor and together they re-define her learning plan as her study requirements change. She is developing skills that go way beyond the classroom. She is learning the importance of hard work and gaining the satisfaction of setting and achieving personal and academic goals It never ceases to amaze me what our young people are truly capable of when given the right tools to do it. Students are never too young to start prioritising Smart Goal Setting and making it a fundamental part of their approach to learning. Take some time this week to have a conversation with your child about setting some SMART Goals for the rest of the year! Remember SMART goals are: Specific Measurable Achievable Relevant Timely
20.01.2022 Is your child thinking about exams yet? Preparation for exams should start NOW! Did you know that end-of-year exams in most subjects will be a test of the whole year’s content? Students often underestimate the proportion of semester 1 content that will make an appearance in their final exams. I see students neglect the areas that were taught in class long ago and tend to allocate only a small amount of their study preparation or cramming to revisit them. This last-minute ...approach to revision can have a huge impact on your child’s exam results. Our weekly tutoring sessions provide the time and space to consistently review these areas and re-assess your child’s understanding of these concepts. By engaging in tutoring every week our tutors can help your child commit the strategies they need to succeed during exams to their long-term memory. Our tutors are all experienced, fully qualified, registered classroom teachers - we write, administer and mark exams all the time so we understand how to best prepare for them. We can identify gaps in your child’s knowledge and provide an engaging and supportive environment to consolidate long forgotten concepts and address challenging areas of need, well before exam time hits! Get EXAM READY at Roper Tutoring Co. this term! 0400 237 925 [email protected] www.ropertutoringco.com
20.01.2022 Creating Independent Learners! This is what we are all about. This is the goal for every single student who passes through the doors of Roper Tutoring Co. One of our year 5 students, who came to us over a year ago with a great deal of anxiety about participating in the classroom and with D grades in both English and Maths, has found incredible success with our small group tutoring. ... Undertaking two sessions per week allowed her to deeply engage with both learning areas, it provided opportunities outside of the pressures of the classroom to tackle challenges and ask questions, helping to alleviate her unease and grow her confidence. She has absolutely thrived in the learning environment created by our tutors; her results have improved considerably having achieved B grades for both subjects this term and the anxiety she once felt going to school has disappeared. What is so exciting about this student’s progress is that now having achieved these results and developed her confidence she feels empowered to tackle the English learning area independently next term. This is the ultimate goal for us. To equip our students with the skills and confidence they need to WANT to learn independently. Moving forward we will be working with her parents to develop an individualised spelling program that they can do together at home to continue to consolidate and extend her English learning. This is just one of the many success stories I’ve heard this week as I have reflected with parents about their child’s progress this term. Term 3 is shaping up to be a big one at Roper Tutoring Co. we have limited spots available so get in touch now to discuss how we can provide this specialised support to your child 0400 237 925 www.ropertutoringco.com
20.01.2022 Merry Christmas from our family to yours! On behalf of Grace and I, as well as our whole team here at Roper Tutoring Co., we hope this festive season is full of love and laughs and the New Year brings plenty of health and happiness. We are so appreciative of the support and kindness we have received from the Kalamunda community as Roper Tutoring Co. faced the many hurdles this year presented. Like so many small businesses we relied on the support, understanding and commitm...ent of our dedicated staff, students and their families and the wider community to get through this crazy year. We are so grateful for the way our incredible tutors tackled the challenges of 2020 and immensely proud of our amazing students who showed us they are more enthusiastic about learning than ever. We hope you all find time to relax and enjoy some well-earned family time, which we certainly will be doing with our two boys, Sonny and Vinnie. See you for another great year at Roper Tutoring Co. in 2021! Cheers! Rob & Grace Roper Roper Tutoring Co.
19.01.2022 Welcome back to Term 2 at Roper Tutoring Co. Yesterday we reopened our doors and saw so many smiling, familiar faces greet us (from a safe distance!) with so much enthusiasm and excitement, everyone was so pumped to be back at Roper Tutoring Co. for Term 2 We couldn’t be more pleased to back in business, even if it isn’t business as usual. We have implemented some strict social distancing and hygiene procedures to keep our students and staff safe while ensuring their lear...ning and teaching is not impacted While we move forward cautiously, recommencing our face-to-face, small group tuition means students experiencing so much extreme change and uncertainty in the classroom are given the extra, in-person support they need to bridge the gap that’s been created in their learning program. It means we can address their goals, strengths and challenges while also providing a safe and inclusive environment that allows them to learn in a classroom setting Our full range of tuition services are on offer, all facilitated by fully qualified and experienced classroom teachers. We provide tutoring for Kindy to Year 12 in all subject areas and can provide specialised support for students whose schools may not be reopening this term While we are already off and racing for this term we do have some limited spots available throughout the week, so contact us now to secure one for your child. call or text 0400 237 925 or email [email protected] Visit our website for more info: https://ropertutoringco.com/
18.01.2022 I had a student come running up to me yesterday, bursting with pride as she shared her latest Maths result of 85% with me. While the result itself is so impressive, it was the obvious pride this student felt within herself that shone through. She was beaming as she explained how happy she was with her mark and how good it felt to walk out of a test with confidence, knowing she’d done well This is the ultimate reward as a teacher; seeing your students develop into independe...nt, confident learners. I watch students who come to tutoring every week work through their challenges and get results that prove what they are capable of. I see them develop skills at tutoring that support them the very next day in the classroom, the following week in an exam, and years down the track when they are challenged and need to draw on their own self-confidence I cannot wait to hear about more of the amazing results our students at Roper Tutoring Co. achieve this term!
17.01.2022 It has been a busy few weeks at Roper Tutoring Co. We have been so pleased to see so many familiar faces return to us this term and so excited to welcome some new ones too! Reopening our doors and successfully transitioning into our new way of doing things has only been possible because of our incredible team. Our strict cleaning schedules and social distancing measures only work because of the commitment of our tutors. I am so proud to be surrounded by such inspiring and de...dicated educators, who work incredibly hard to create a learning space for our students that is safe and inclusive. I have watched each of them rise to the challenges of the last few months with such integrity and felt their support every step of the way. I hope you all know how much I appreciate your ongoing efforts in helping Roper Tutoring Co. get back on its feet and begin to thrive once again. We absolutely could not do this without you.
13.01.2022 Last week saw our final tutoring session for the year take place. Our students are finishing this unprecedented year on such a high note with so many stories of amazing test results, passed exams and glowing end-of-year reports. For all the unexpected challenges that 2020 has presented them with, our students have worked so hard to overcome these extraordinary circumstances and thrive in our small group tuition setting. I say this all the time, but our students never cease to... amaze me with their resilience, their growth and their dedication and enthusiasm for learning. Our 2021 timetable scheduling is already underway, and spaces are filling fast. If you feel your child could benefit from our specialised small group tuition delivered by our fully qualified and experienced classroom teachers, get in touch now! We offer support for all key areas including: High School Maths, English, Science and HASS ATAR English ATAR Applications, Methods, Specialists ATAR Physics and Chemistry Human Biology and Biology Primary Maths and English Early Childhood Literacy and Numeracy 0400 237 925 [email protected] www.ropertutoringco.com
13.01.2022 The transition into high school is a huge change for many students, socially, emotionally, logistically, and can lead many to feel overwhelmed and nervous We want our students to feel in control and confident when facing this important transition, equipped with the knowledge of what to expect and how to handle it Here are just some of the changes students can face when transitioning into high school: ... Learning a new schedule and taking responsibility for their own time Managing homework from various new subjects Working to multiple deadlines Studying for in-class assessments and exams Having numerous teachers and adapting to their individual ways of teaching Meeting new peers from different schools and backgrounds Navigating a new, unfamiliar setting and using public transport Here’s how Roper Tutoring Co. can help: Our tutors are all experienced, classroom teachers with the expertise to guide and encourage your child through this time of change. We will aid your child in developing an individualised study plan and homework schedule to ensure they feel organised and in control of their time. We will provide opportunities for practice exams and facilitate planning for in-class tests helping them to feel prepared and confident. Your child’s tutor will become their go-to mentor for consistent reassurance and support, a person they know they can rely on to help them confront new challenges and unfamiliar concepts. Our small group tutoring sessions (with a maximum of four students) provides the ideal opportunity for your child to meet new peers from different schools and backgrounds in an inclusive, supportive environment. NOW is the ideal time to put plans in place to support your child’s transition to high school. We have limited spots available so contact us TODAY! 0400 237 925 [email protected] www.ropertutoringco.com
09.01.2022 Happy Winter School Holidays! What a term it has been. A global pandemic and a late start couldn’t stop our students from digging really deep in the remaining weeks of this term and making the absolute most of our specialised, face-to-face, small group tuition I am so proud of our tutors for stepping up in every way possible to make the transition for our students easy and so grateful to all the parents and carers who continue to adhere to our new way of doing things to en...sure everyone’s safety I hope you all take the time over the next two weeks to rest and reflect on the challenges we’ve all faced these past few months. Parents, keep talking to your kids about how we can use change as an impetus for growth, set some goals together and importantly take some time to relax as a family. I’ll be doing the same! Term 3 is all systems go and we have a small number of spots left, so if you are interested in learning about how our small group tuition can support your child, get in touch TODAY! 0400 237 925 www.ropertutoringco.com [email protected]
08.01.2022 Light-bulb moments When a student has a light-bulb moment, when something really sticks, really hits home, really forces them to ask more questions and seek more answers - this is what this job is all about. Recently I took a Year 11 group through a financial mathematics activity, presenting them with a real world scenario that required them to critically analyse hypothetical job offers, salary and tax structures and the projected cost of living. They had to determine whic...h job was the best choice and how it played into their expectations about their lifestyle. This activity really brought home for them the power of choice. It showed them how their education, skills and qualifications directly affected their choices and the power that comes with having options. Total light-bulb moment. In our tutoring sessions at Roper Tutoring Co. we are using specific and engaging learning experiences that challenge your child to think beyond the classroom. We are developing their critical thinking, communication and negotiation skills and empowering them with the confidence they need to advocate for what they want. Enrolments for the new year are officially OPEN and we are already filling places FAST! Get in touch today to secure your spot for the 2021 school year at Roper Tutoring Co. 0400 237 925 [email protected] http://www.ropertutoringco.com
07.01.2022 What if I told you that you have the power to shape your future? This is how I began my presentation at Gooseberry Hill Primary School’s Year 6 Leadership Breakfast last week. I was honoured to accept an invitation to be a guest speaker at this important event which is aimed at inspiring the Year 6 cohort of students to embrace their roles as leaders and start actively thinking about their futures. Looking around the room, full of eager faces, supportive parents and fello...w educators, I shared my journey over the last decade and how my mindset and personal process of goal setting has led me to becoming the best teacher I can possibly be I also shared some insight into the types of personal goals I have outside of teaching. The goals that Grace and I created together and how they have evolved, alongside my teaching career, over the last 10 years. I talked about how the path that led us to creating Roper Tutoring Co. and the thriving business it is today was not straightforward or easy. I explained how much sacrifice, hard work, determination and consistent goal setting goes into a dream like ours. I really wanted to show these students what was possible with a clear strategy for achieving our goals and how we adapted to the changes we faced. I talked about the biggest (and best) change being the arrival of our little boy Sonny and the important realisation that came with starting a family. I quickly learnt that time is my most precious resource. My goals for our future, for our business, for my career, were all suddenly brought into question and I realised how much more time I wanted with my family. While Sonny is a young kid at home learning all about the world, I want to be HIS teacher. And with another child on the way, this year has never been a better time to re-evaluate and re-focus my goals on being the best father I can possibly be When you set a goal, it shouldn’t stay written on a piece of paper, or saved in an untouched word document. Your goal needs to become a part of your every day, you need to re-visit and re-evaluate it, brainstorm ideas and problem-solve solutions until you achieve it. As parents, we need to be creating space for our kids to explore SMART goal setting from an early age. We need to offer opportunities to talk about their futures in positive and supportive ways and help them uncover the power they have to shape them Remember, SMART Goals are: S - Specific M - Measurable A - Achievable R - Relevant T - Time-focused Have you talked to your Year 6 student about their goals for the next year?
04.01.2022 Tutoring is not just for students who need extra help. Our specialised approach to tuition is designed to support students at all stages of their academic journey, including high achievers with their sights set on even better results One of our students, who has been with us for the last year, recently achieved the TOP mark across his entire year group for his Algebra Mathematics assessment. This incredible result comes after months of tutoring where we have individualised ...our approach to his needs and goals, extending his understanding of problem-solving strategies This is work he has been doing all year, not just in the four weeks that was dedicated to this subject in class. His consistent attendance at tutoring has given him the opportunity to continuously revise and extend his knowledge, putting him on a trajectory to achieve exceptional results and study Maths at the highest level in upper school. His hard work and extra dedication now will mean he has more choice and greater opportunities later Whatever your child’s academic goals are, we can help them get there! 0400 237 925 [email protected] www.ropertutoringco.com
02.01.2022 The silly season is certainly upon us. One of the perks of the Christmas shopping rush is running into so many students in the aisles of Target at Midland Gate. It’s such an awesome feeling to hear my name called out by students I haven’t taught for years, who rush up to me to tell me which uni they got into or the promotion they just got at work. I’ve been teaching for nearly a decade, so many of the students I’ve taught have graduated and forged their paths beyond th...e classroom and out into the world. There’s a reason we called this special little business of mine Roper Tutoring Co. and when students and parents stop in their tracks to shake my hand, share a win, ask for advice or even just say hello I’m reminded why. It’s because I am Roper Tutoring Co. This business proudly carries my name, my legacy as a teacher, my whole approach to education. When I’m in front of students I want my way of teaching to be memorable, I want to be that Maths teacher that they talk about in another 10 years time as the teacher who changed things for them, who showed them a new approach or reignited their passion for learning. I’m so proud to run a business that allows me to create these connections and see the fruit that comes from it so many years later. So if you see me in Kmart, likely in the toy section with a toddler, stop a while, it really does make all the hard work worth it.
