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Ideas, stories & tips
From exam nerves to homework battles to the joy of a lightbulb moment - thoughts from Jean and the Impact Tutoring team.
21 July 2026
My business advisor told me I was too generous!
My business advisor told me I was too generous! When I first decided to franchise Impact Tutoring, my goal was to find like-minded, determined, energetic people ready to have...
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23 June 2026
Meeting with your child's teacher
Meeting with your child's teacher A lot of parents get quite nervous about meeting with their child's teacher.
21 May 2026
What are the signs?
What are the signs? Your overwhelm. Feeling a little lost when it comes to your child's academic journey? You're not alone.
5 March 2026
In case you missed the news!
Introducing Narelle Brooks- Impact Tutoring Te Awamutu. A New Chapter for Impact Tutoring Te Awamutu My journey with Impact Tutoring has been a labor of love that began three...
3 March 2026
Surprise!
Surprise for Impact Tutoring Te Awamutu Surprise!!! It has always been my dream-and my absolute expectation-to take Impact Tutoring to the next level as a group of Franchises.
29 June 2025
Jean's story
'Because you count'- this philosophy is the bedrock of my life's work This philosophy is the bedrock of my life's work, manifesting across Impact Tutoring , the Mathematics for...
4 June 2025
How do I know if my child is being challenged enough at school?
Challenged enough at school? What are the signs? Look for signs of boredom, disengagement, or a lack of enthusiasm for learning.
8 May 2025
Helping with homework!
Help! Helping with homework! What to do! Ah, homework. That word alone can conjure a whirlwind of emotions, right?
13 March 2025
Fortune favours the bold!
Fortune favours the bold! In a landscape where many teachers face burnout, feeling stifled by rigid educational systems and often poorly thought through initiatives, lies an...
12 March 2025
Why starting a business is like jumping out of a plane!
Why starting a business is like jumping out of a plane! Thinking of starting your own business? Try skydiving first!
12 March 2025
Why right now is the time to invest in the private education sector
Why right now is the time to invest in the private education sector Are you searching for a business opportunity that is as rewarding as it is profitable?
20 February 2025
Mindset
Mindset thoughts by Jean Mindset is the way we think about things every day. This can change so much even within a day or week.
10 October 2024
Anna Barry - New Franchise owner
Anna leaves academia to make an impact in the Far North After becoming disenchanted with the politics of working at a university, Anna Barry decided to take control of her...
20 August 2024
Hamish - 10 years with Impact!
Jean's speech to Hamish Today is a special day for Hamish and myself. Today is the 10th birthday for Hamish working at mathZwise and Impact Tutoring.
11 August 2024
Why we love you visiting the Library
Check out Mel's reasons :) The librarians at Te Awamutu Library love it when people come in to see us. Here are 4 reasons why we love it when you visit.
11 August 2024
What is Dyscalculia?
Causes, Identification, what can help? Collated by Jean McKenzie . This is information is based on information from Dr Anna Wilson of Learning Brainz, Judy Horningold...
11 August 2024
Amazing Library titles
Unusual Library books! ‘The sloth who came to stay’ by Margaret Wild Amy’s family is speedy!
11 August 2024
All ideas that make an impact, start out small
Thoughts from Jean A little idea can grow into something that’s quite impactful, but it won’t just happen.
11 August 2024
Hilarious children's books x 10
Here's 10 choices by Mel 1. DRAGONS LOVE TACOS by Adam Rubin Want to get a dragon to come to your party? Just serve tacos! Dragons love all kinds of tacos!
11 August 2024
Working parent guilt and how to resolve it
Struggling with working parent guilt? Thoughts from Jean The guilt of being a working parent can be overwhelming, and it's made even worse when your child is struggling at school.
11 August 2024
That unmistakable sinking feeling.
What will make the difference? The unmistakable sinking feeling when you read a question and no matter how hard you try, you can’t recall the answer.
17 July 2024
MCAT pack - Achievement criteria and guidelines
Reduce overwhelm with MCAT online courses Achievement Standard 91027 Subject Reference Mathematics and Statistics 1.2 Title Apply algebraic procedures in solving problems Level...
3 April 2024
5 keys to creating a quality online course
Online courses can be great, but not all courses are great! There are so many benefits of signing up to learn online but as you might have experienced, some courses can leave...
22 February 2024
Our 10th birthday blog from Jean
From me to you. Ten years ago my expected pathway was moving on from a Deputy Principal to a Principal role so imagine the surprise from everyone when I announced that I was...
18 February 2024
Angela Neville, Educational Psychologist
Seeking understanding about learning differences? Love of Learning offers cognitive and educational assessments with Angela Neville, a registered educational psychologist.
1 December 2023
Why should I practice Maths?
What's in it for me? Five reasons why it will help me... Confidence boost: Regular practice and success in mathematics can significantly boost your self-confidence.
22 November 2023
Reading is for everyone!
Check out my Reading is for everyone - even YOU!! Mel If you’re a kid who doesn’t really like to read, or who thinks books are boring... ...maybe you just haven’t found the...
1 November 2023
8 compelling reasons why you need tuition
8 reasons by Hamish 1. You don't click with your teacher - sometimes people just think too differently and can't find a way to communicate effectively.
18 October 2023
Congratulations Hamish - our Online course Designer
Master of Science (Research) degree Today (16 October , 2023) I received recognition for all the hard work I put into writing my thesis, graduating from the University of...
3 August 2023
Learn how to reduce exam stress so you feel more confident
Love them or hate them, exams are part of school life - let's sort out the stress involved.
4 April 2023
What is tuition and why does it matter?
Does it matter? by Andrew Lacey What is Tuition and Why Does it Matter? As a home-school graduate I have immense appreciation for the benefits of one-on-one tuition.
7 March 2023
Impact's Why.
Our why We believe in the potential of all people to flourish with the confidence that is instilled through customised learning.
31 August 2022
Eating mac and cheese
Comfort zones by Ruth Taylor There is a certain comfort from eating mac and cheese. It’s warm, cheesy and filling.
1 July 2022
8 great reasons to visit the Library
Yep 8 reasons! Here they are from Mel. THERE ARE SO MANY BOOKS! We have books about nearly everything! Do you like funny stories? Do you want to learn about other countries?