Transforming Your Tutor Time Curriculum

""I was a form tutor for five years with the same group and it was one of my happiest professional experiences. However, I remember asking the senior leader in charge of professional learning if there were any courses or support or books I could use in order to make sure I was as effective as possible in my tutor role. He didn’t know of any, and it was left at that. How I could have done with Kirsten Colquhoun’s ‘Transforming your Tutor Time Curriculum’! It’s beautifully researched, overflowing with ideas and above all makes the case for ensuring a rich, robust and nurturing experience for our young people in Tutor Time."" - Mary Myatt, Education Writer and Speaker ""Kirsten’s book makes a compelling case for the crucial importance of Tutor Time, and she gives practical, balanced, actionable suggestions to ensure it is thoughtfully planned and intentionally structured. The book, which is underpinned by Kirsten’s considerable professional experience and her secure understanding of what the relevant research evidence has to say, should be invaluable for Tutor Teachers working with pupils of all ages and in all contexts."" - Dr Jill Berry, Former Head Teacher, Author, Education Consultant ""Insightful and practical, this guide redefines tutor time as a powerful opportunity to strengthen school culture and improve outcomes."" - Dr Carl Hendrick, Academica University of Applied Sciences ""A wonderfully engaging book for teachers - full of insight and practical examples - that illuminates how a little dedicated time with pupils at the start of the school day can have a profound impact."" - Henry Hepburn, Scotland editor, Tes ""It's hard to imagine a more thorough and thoughtful guide to making the most effective use of tutor time. Colquhoun's book is very well supported with research evidence from psychology and beyond, and it should feature in any CPD library."" - Dr Jonathan Firth, University of Strathclyde ""Kirsten Colquhoun has set out a clear, interesting, and evidence-informed approach which will expand your understanding, develop your practice and enhance pupil experiences. The book is a must read for teachers and educationalists alike."" - Dr Barry Black, Educational Researche “Kirsten Colquhoun’s Transforming Your Tutor Time Curriculum is nothing short of a revelation. In a time when schools are facing increasing pressures: rising mental health challenges, concerns over student engagement and the need to foster belonging—this book offers a lifeline. It’s not just a guide; it’s an invitation to reimagine what tutor time can achieve.” - Dr Haili Hughes