Many students struggle with understanding what fractions actually represent, comparing fractions with different denominators, and performing operations like addition and multiplication. Others find it hard to visualize fractions or see how they connect to real-world situations. A tutor can break down these concepts step-by-step, use visual models, and provide targeted practice to address each student's specific gaps.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who assess your child's current understanding and identify exactly where the confusion is happening. From there, tutors use a mix of visual models, concrete examples, and guided practice to build understanding at your child's pace. Sessions are tailored to your child's learning style, so they can ask questions freely and work through problems until concepts click.

The first session is focused on getting to know your child and understanding their current level with fractions. The tutor will ask diagnostic questions, work through a few problems together, and listen for where confusion starts. This helps the tutor create a personalized plan for the following sessions that targets your child's specific needs and learning pace.

Many students start feeling more confident within 2-4 weeks of consistent tutoring, especially once they understand the core concepts. Noticeable improvement in accuracy and speed usually follows as students get more practice. The timeline depends on how far behind your child is and how frequently you schedule sessions—consistent weekly tutoring typically shows faster results than sporadic sessions.

Varsity Tutors connects you with expert tutors who have strong backgrounds in mathematics and experience teaching fractions to students at various levels. Tutors understand common misconceptions and know how to explain concepts in ways that make sense to struggling learners. When you get matched with a tutor, you'll have details about their background and experience so you can feel confident in their expertise.

New Haven has excellent public schools and libraries that offer math support programs and resources. While personalized tutoring addresses your child's specific gaps, school resources and practice materials can reinforce what they're learning. A tutor can recommend specific practice strategies and materials that work alongside what your child is doing in class.

You can reach out to Varsity Tutors to describe your child's needs and learning goals. We'll match you with a tutor who has expertise in fractions and understands how to work with students at your child's level. From there, you'll schedule your first session and begin working toward building your child's fractions skills and confidence.