Struggling grades, homework meltdowns, school stress. . . if you’re a parent, you may have asked, “Does my child need a tutor?”

Children can benefit from tutoring in many ways. For some, a tutor can help boost performance in a challenging subject. For others, tutoring develops learning skills students that help students learn effectively and manage stress.

So, how do you know if your child needs a tutor?

Here are 13 red flags that may mean your child could use some extra help in school.

13 Signs Your Child May Need A Tutor:

1. Red Flag: Not progressing in school. What to watch for: Trouble keeping up with class material and falling behind classmates.
2. Red Flag: Steadily slipping grades. What to watch for: Dropping grades, either in a particular subject or across the board.
3. Red Flag: Meltdowns about homework. What to watch for: Putting up a struggle when it’s time to complete homework. Nightly homework regularly ends in frustration or in tears.
4. Red Flag: Lying about homework, tests, or assignments. What to watch for: Avoiding schoolwork by saying they don’t have homework or upcoming tests to prepare for.
5. Red Flag: Spending too much time on assignments. What to watch for: Spending hours working on homework and assignments that should completed much quicker.
6. Red Flag: Saying he or she “hates school.” What to watch for: Saying they “hate school”, especially if your child says this about a subject they previously enjoyed.
7. Red Flag: Poor test grades. What to watch for: Bringing home test grades that are much lower than those from previous performances.
8. Red Flag: Difficulty managing time effectively. What to watch for: Your child doesn’t seem to have enough hours in the day to complete all of their work and assignments.
9. Red Flag: Lack of confidence. What to watch for: Lack of confidence in school or a particular subject can cause students to stop putting effort into schoolwork in class and at home.
10. Red Flag: Hiding report cards. What to watch for: Hiding results by not sharing their report cards or test grades.
11. Red Flag: Procrastinating on assignments. What to watch for: Putting off homework, assignments, and studying until the last minute.
12. Red Flag: Anxiety about going to school. What to watch for: Getting upset before school or complaining of ailments that seem to appear only before school.
13. Red Flag: Showing signs of a learning difficulty. What to watch for: Ongoing difficulty with reading, writing, or math. Students may also have a hard time paying attention or behaving in class.

GradePower Learning Tutors Can Help!

If you see any of these red flags in your child, they may be signs that your child needs a tutor. A professional tutor can help get to the bottom of your child’s issues and make a plan to get them back on track.

Contact your nearest location to find out how the tutors at GradePower Learning can help your child improve his or her school performance.