Sorina Dugaiasu
Discover Our Unique Holistic Approach: Nurturing Young Learners as Future Stars
The HoliStars Philosophy – Connecting Body, Mind, and Senses for Joyful, Meaningful Learning
At HoliStars Tutoring, I believe in a truly holistic approach that honours the beautiful interconnection between body and mind – reflected in our name "HoliStars." "Holi" draws inspiration from the vibrant festival of colours, symbolising natural healing, play, and joy, while "Stars" celebrates every child's shining potential.
My teaching gently guides children from concrete, hands-on experiences toward deeper abstract understanding. I create optimal opportunities for your child to explore, test, and apply their learning in meaningful contexts, helping them retain and build on what they've discovered.
At the heart of it all is fostering meaningful connections and lifelong learning skills – the strong foundation for all future academic growth.
About Holistars Tutoring
Our Mission
This holistic method is especially powerful for young children aged 3-8, when their brains are rapidly forming vital connections. Research shows multisensory approaches – engaging touch, sight, sound, smell, and taste – are far more effective than single-sense methods, because they mirror how the brain naturally processes information.
Inspired by the playful spirit of Holi with its natural colours, my sessions invite little learners to explore the world through joyful sensory play. When children immerse their senses in fun activities, they build stronger brain connections, spark curiosity, refine motor skills, and nurture emotional growth – creating deeper understanding and a genuine, lifelong love for discovery.
Tutoring Services
Explore the diverse private tutoring services designed to enhance academic skills and foster a passion for learning.
Private Tutoring: Academic Skills
I offer personalised, play-based sessions for children aged 3-8, nurturing their school readiness across the 7 areas of learning through my unique holistic approach. With a special focus on Communication and Language, Phonics, and Numeracy, sessions engage multiple senses for joyful, meaningful discovery. Following an initial assessment, I create a tailored learning plan for your child, with weekly progress reports and termly assessments to celebrate their growth as future stars .
4+ Exam Guidance and Preparation
I provide ongoing assessments and personalised learning plans, with particular emphasis on building fluency in Communication and Language, Literacy (reading and writing), and Numeracy (numbers and shapes). Drawing from holistic principles, I gently support focus, perseverance, self-regulation, and confidence – nurturing social-emotional abilities alongside academic skills, so your child approaches assessments with joy and resilience.
English and Math Homework for KS1 Children
I support your child's school learning by guiding homework completion in English and Maths, while naturally extending concepts through fun, multi-sensory activities. This reinforces what they've learned at school, builds confidence, and turns "homework time" into an enjoyable, low-pressure experience that sparks a love for discovery.
Beyond the Curriculum – Mindfulness and Nature Nurture Sessions
I offer enriching extra-curricular sessions to nurture the whole child. Mindfulness sessions encourage self-awareness, emotional regulation, and calm through gentle, sensory-based activities. Nature Nurture sessions invite exploration of the world outdoors or through hands-on play, fostering curiosity, respect for the environment, and a deeper body-mind connection – inspired by the healing joy of natural colours and play.
Homeschooling
I provide private homeschooling support for young children aged 3-8, with customised sessions that incorporate play-based, interactive, and multi-sensory methods to keep learning engaging and age-appropriate. Fully tailored to your child's needs, learning style, and family curriculum, these can be delivered in-person or online – blending foundational academics with holistic growth for emotional well-being and lifelong curiosity.
Learning Support for Children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
With empathy and expertise, I begin with gentle initial evaluations to identify strengths and areas for growth, followed by fully customised lesson plans, progress tracking, regular reports, and adjustments aligned with IEP or EHC plans. Sessions emphasise multisensory techniques, adaptive tools, and joyful play to build emotional resilience, motivation, confidence, and essential life skills. Delivered one-to-one (in-person or online), I collaborate closely with parents, teachers, and specialists (such as SLTs or OTs) to nurture every child's unique potential holistically.
Student Success Stories
Our students have excelled academically and gained confidence through personalized tutoring at Holistars Tutoring. Discover their success stories and the transformative impact of our tailored educational approach.
Emily Watson
"The personalized tutoring sessions helped me improve my math grades and build a strong foundation for future learning."
James Patel
"I never thought science could be this fascinating. The tutors at TutorConnect made learning fun and engaging."
Sophie Brown
"The language tutoring at TutorConnect not only improved my language skills but also deepened my cultural awareness and appreciation."
Why Choose Holistars Tutoring
And here's the magic: when learning feels like play and fun, the brain thrives!
Dopamine boost
Lower stress
Joyful activities release dopamine, enhancing motivation, focus, and memory.
A relaxed, happy child learns far more easily than one under pressure.
Active engagement
Hands-on games and play make information stick through doing, not just listening.
Emotional connection
When learning is enjoyable, the brain marks it as "important," making recall effortless later.
Get in Touch
Contact Holistars Tutoring
Have a question or want to know more about our private tutoring services? Feel free to reach out to us. We're here to assist you in providing the best educational support for your needs.