Our tutors are special. They bring expertise, enthusiasm and empathy to their teaching and build relationships with their students that help make learning enjoyable yet focused. This is why we match our tutors to students so carefully – matching tutors’ academic expertise to students’ requirements, but also matching tutors to students’ individual learning styles and personalities.
The right tutoring support comes from tutors who are 11+ specialists, trained and equipped with the right information and materials. JK’s 11+ tutors are genuine specialists who are fully supported by a team of senior teachers. This team oversees preparations, offering guidance to both tutors and students to ensure they have everything they need for success. With JK, you aren’t just engaging an individual 11+ tutor, but a whole team of 11+ specialists dedicated to making your child’s eleven-plus experience a positive and successful one.
The idea for this blog came from Joint MD Lorrae Jaderberg’s observations whilst interviewing hundreds of prospective tutors for JK Educate. Lorrae has noticed that tutors consistently mention three reasons for applying to work with JK:
1. JK Educate’s ethos and professionalism
2. Superb reputation with other tutors
3. The training, development and ongoing support JK tutors receive.
The JK Way
Being run by experienced teachers who have devoted their entire working lives to children’s progress, JK’s ethos is totally child-centric. Your Child. Our Priority. We pride ourselves on our professionalism and high standards, which we maintain through our training, development, and continuous support for all our tutors. Parents can trust that there is always someone available to answer their questions, offering advice and guidance every step of the way.
We support children of every age and ability with equal enthusiasm. Not just highly academic children sitting for selective school exams or applying for Oxbridge, but also children (and adults) who need special support, students who might struggle to learn maths concepts in a large class, and those who simply need help with basic study and revision skills. We are here quite simply to help everyone meet their potential.
Here are two wonderful new Trustpilot reviews from JK parents:
‘I have used JK Educate for my two sons and both tutors had an excellent relationship with my children. They took the time to get to know them, in order to support them in the most effective way. We have been really pleased with their service!’
‘I have used JK educate for 11+ tutoring and interview preparation for my 4 kids and they have been excellent. The quality of the tutors is fantastic; each one has made a genuine difference to my children’s confidence and achievements. They are also very approachable and respond swiftly to any concerns and queries. I would thoroughly recommend them.’
What the Tutors Say
Tutors have often told us that being part of the JK family means they never feel isolated. Instead, they feel as though they have a virtual staff room where they can rely on the support of colleagues. This collaborative environment ensures they always have access to advice from senior teachers and additional training or learning materials whenever needed, helping them stay on track in guiding their students to meet key milestones.
Our recruitment process is exacting; every successful applicant will have been interviewed personally by Lorrae to ensure that their personality and commitment fits the JK ethos, as well as meeting all the other required criteria. We believe that learning should be fun and we look for tutors that can inspire and foster a love of learning. We want all our students to enjoy their lessons as well as get great results, and our tutors are the ones who make this possible.
New tutors appreciate the thorough recruitment process because it helps to ensure a smooth transition, when combined with our extensive training through the unique JK Academy.
Read on for two recent Trustpilot reviews from JK tutors:
‘An Elite Service
‘Having worked for many years in education, I can hand on heart say that I have never had a better workplace than JK Educate. They are professional, highly skilled, offer an exceptional level of training and support and are always willing to go above and beyond to ensure success in the matches between student and tutor.
‘There is a real team working behind the scenes cohesively to make sure that tutors are on track and to offer advice and support for any issue. They are organised and efficient as well as being warm and friendly! From bespoke resources to their own online platform (and training sessions on its use!) JK really is one of a kind.
‘You’re lucky if you’re able to work here and that job satisfaction will really show itself in the positive nature of your interactions with students. A real breath of fresh air after classroom teaching and a much better way of educating for both student and staff.’
‘New Tutor at JK Educate
‘I joined JK Educate six weeks ago, and I have never looked back. Having been a full-time teacher for the past 14 years, the prospect of doing something different like online tutoring was a little daunting. However, every single member of the team has been beyond helpful and supportive. No question is ever too trivial, and no problem is ever too large. My first impressions are extremely positive, and I feel I am part of a trusting, supportive, and professional team. Thank you JK Educate!’
How it All Works
All JK tutors undergo extensive training through the JK Academy, including training specific to their teaching subject and level. Bespoke teaching materials are made available to them, along with guides on how to pace preparations for exams and ongoing development training. Our tutors receive continuous support from senior teachers, with regular check-ins to ensure they always have access to advice and feedback on their teaching.
Every tutor submits monthly progress reports for their students, measuring them against agreed targets. These targets are always individually tailored, set to reflect the learning stage and ability of each student and where they should be in their preparations for entrance exams or external exams, if applicable. The monthly reports provide reassurance to parents concerning their child’s progress, as well as information to help shape the next month’s work and highlight where more effort or focus might be required. Parents tell us that this helps them feel part of the JK family, with all the support and resources that entails. The senior team, including MDs Lorrae and Katie, are always available to provide guidance to our tutors, but also to provide advice freely to our clients, for example on school choices, their child’s progress and next steps.
This combination of factors is what JK Educate a special place to work and a highly valued educational resource for families. We will let a JK parent have the last word here, in another recent Trustpilot review:
‘Absolutely brilliant. From initial assessment, bespoke tutoring for all four of the core 11+ subjects, transition to online, support and ultimately the 11+ exams themselves, JK have been stellar. Incredibly enthusiastic team, dedicated and invested in our child’s success. Excellent leadership in Katie and Lorrae – who were always available. Fantastic tutors who knew just how to guide, steer and push at the appropriate times. Our son achieved a place in his first-choice grammar school. Really impressed with JK.’
