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- Math Games
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We love and are so grateful to have Oxford Learning under the Leadership of Harleen and her dedicated staff in our neighbourhood. There are good learning resources out there but Oxford Learning Steveston has far outweighed and exceeded our expectations. The staff are knowledgeable, relatable, well prepared, & child-focused. They are Educators. I am so touched by Harleen's incredible and unconditional patience, commitment, flexibility, and selfless dedication to see the children thrive in their learning. My son is in high school and had a concussion that has affected so much of his academic performance; we feel really fortunate to have Oxford Learning as that solid bedrock of support not only to help him catch up with his school work but to also establish and instil consistency and good habits of learning for his life. He finds the overall environment relatable and he feels understood and engaged. Oxford Learning helps him move forward and get his work done even during this challenging time navigating the Covid-19 crisis. I highly recommend them!King Yee S.
Friendly, knowledgeable staff and tutors made a huge improvement in my daughter's math skills and marks!Ron Ross
We've had a fantastic experience at Oxford Learning Steveston. The staff and Harleen have been very accommodating to my children's busy schedules. The tutors have been very helpful in boosting cognitive learning and confidence in math, French, and English. I can attribute the kids' ongoing learning throughout the pandemic and beyond to Oxford Learning. As a post-secondary educator myself, I can strongly recommend Oxford Learning to others. Thank you for all you've helped us with!Harj Kooner
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Attention Skills
Steveston Tutors Can Help Students Who Struggle With Paying Attention in Class
Every student will struggle to pay attention in class at one point or another. Whether it's a disruptive classmate, a subject they are not interested in, or a non-stimulating instruction style, attention struggles can have many sources.
But when students struggle to pay attention in class, parents can wonder if their child could have a learning difficulty such as ADHD.
The Oxford Learning Steveston tutors know that it’s important to keep in mind that not every student who struggles with attention has ADHD. In fact, there are many reasons that students might struggle with paying attention.
Signs Of Concentration Struggles: What to Look For
Common signs that your child is having trouble concentrating in the classroom include:
- Low grades
- A dislike of school
- Disruptive behaviour in class
These signs don’t automatically mean your child has a learning difficulty. Before you start looking for solutions, the first step is to identify the reasons your child is having trouble focusing in school.
9 Reasons Your Child Is Having Trouble Paying Attention In School
- Lack of practice. Many young children have a hard time focusing in the classroom simply because they are in a new environment. This can also happen to older children after a break from school, such as March break or summer holidays.
- Doesn’t understand the material. What might look like a lack of concentration could actually be a lack of understanding of the material. This lack of understanding can lead students to stop paying attention and consequently fall further behind.
- Need to be challenged more. The subject material in class may need to be more challenging for some children. Children who need high-level challenges in school can lose interest in the material and stop paying attention.
- Distracted by external stimuli. The classroom can be a place full of distractions, from chatty classmates to a cluttered workstation. Some children have a harder time than others filtering out these distractions, making paying attention to the teacher more challenging.
- Lack of motivation. In some cases, your child’s concentration problem may actually be a motivation problem. This lack of motivation can lead to a number of issues in the classroom—including disinterest in the material.
- Mismatched learning style. Different students have different learning styles: some learn best by seeing, some by hearing, and others by doing.
- Lacking proper sleep or nutrition. If your child is not getting the recommended 8-10 hours of sleep each night, they won’t have the energy needed to concentrate in class.
- Disorganization Problems. A disorganized notebook or workspace can distract students. Students who are disorganized in class spend time searching for supplies and materials rather than paying attention to the teacher and the lesson.
- School Anxiety. Students who are overwhelmed by a subject may simply check out, which can lead to dropping grades and confidence.
Attention and ADHD Support From the Oxford Learning Steveston Tutors
Once you know what’s causing your child’s focus issues, you’re ready to make a plan to overcome them. Give us a call for a personalized learning plan to help your child succeed.
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