The Turning Point Education

The Turning Point Education

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We partner with families through their educational journeys. TTP is owned and managed by teachers who are passionate about children's academic success.

The Turning Point was started by Tanya McCarthy (Educational Specialist) in July 2013. She has been involved in education in South Africa for the past 25 years and has seen the need for Educational Support for children. At The Turning Point, every child is treated as an individual and given the time and attention they deserve. When learning problems go undetected, children develop feelings of hope

18/03/2026

Every learner reaches a point where they need something more specific.

For some, it’s understanding the work more clearly. For others, it’s finding a way to keep up, stay organised, or approach assessments with the right support in place.

That’s where a more tailored approach starts to make a difference.

We work closely with learners to help them engage with their work in a way that makes sense to them and allows real progress to follow.

If you’re based in Cape Town and exploring the right kind of academic support, you’re welcome to reach out.

16/03/2026

Academic growth rarely happens in large leaps. It builds gradually through consistent effort and the right guidance.

When learners strengthen their understanding week by week, the rest of the term becomes easier to manage.

Small investments in learning today often carry the biggest results later in the year.

13/03/2026

When learning fits into your child’s routine, progress becomes easier to maintain. Online lessons make it possible to stay consistent with academic support without the added pressure of travelling or rushing through traffic.
For many families, this simple change makes consistent learning possible. Over time, that consistency turns into stronger understanding and better results.

Online tutoring works because it fits into real life.

www.theturningpoint.co.za/sign-up-for-a-tutor


11/03/2026

Online tutoring gives your child access to focused help without the stress of rushing across town.
Lessons happen in a quiet space at home, where your child can ask questions, work through problems, and build confidence at their own pace.

It also saves time for busy families. No traffic. No waiting. Just a simple log-in and the lesson begins.

Many learners find it easier to concentrate online. With the right guidance and clear explanations, difficult topics start to make sense.

Online tutoring works because the focus stays on the learner.




09/03/2026

Many remarkable learners did not follow a simple path at school.

Albert Einstein was once described as a struggling student. His curiosity and thinking style simply did not fit the structure around him at the time.

When learners are given the space to think, ask questions, and receive guidance that matches how they learn, something powerful begins to happen.

Progress becomes possible again.

Every child deserves the chance to experience learning in a way that helps them move forward.

Message us for structured tutoring support.

Photos from The Turning Point Education's post 06/03/2026

If you’ve seen any of these in your house… you’re not alone.

Online lessons take the pressure off you and put the focus where it belongs on actual understanding.

No driving.
No last-minute cancellations.
No homework battles at the kitchen table.

Just structured lessons from home that help your child walk into tests feeling ready.

Send us a message and let’s get started.

04/03/2026

Caring deeply about your child comes naturally.

Our latest blog explores simple, practical ways your everyday choices shape their growth over time. The small patterns you create. The steady habits you model. The guidance you give.

Take a few minutes to read it. It may help you see the ordinary moments as powerfu

Click to find out more: https://theturningpoint.co.za/how-parents-can-really-love/


02/03/2026

Some of the best support comes from simply sharing what works.

If this page has been helpful, send it to another parent.
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27/02/2026

Brain development continues throughout the school years.

Skills like concentration, problem-solving, and emotional regulation are strengthened through regular practice and steady support.

Habits formed during this stage tend to stick.
So do attitudes toward effort and challenge.

Consistent structure, guidance, and encouragement make a lasting difference over time.

25/02/2026

The early part of the term shapes how the rest of it feels.
When learners receive guidance as expectations rise, they build confidence alongside competence. Support during this phase helps maintain balance, reduce academic pressure, and encourage consistent progress.
Thoughtful structure today supports stronger performance tomorrow.

23/02/2026

Growth begins with steady foundations and is strengthened by the freedom to explore, try, and become.

Children thrive when they feel supported at home, guided in their learning, and encouraged to think independently. The balance between structure and trust shapes resilience, confidence, and the courage to step forward into new challenges.

Here’s to nurturing both strength and possibility in every child’s journey.

20/02/2026

Confidence in class doesn’t start with personality; it often starts with preparation.

When learners feel in control of their materials and deadlines, their stress levels drop. Lower stress improves working memory and decision-making, making it easier to raise a hand, answer a question, or contribute to a discussion.

Organisation builds internal calm. Internal calm builds confidence.

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Randburg
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Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 17:00
Thursday 09:00 - 17:00
Friday 09:00 - 17:00
Saturday 09:00 - 13:00