Cross-age tutoring has a number of benefits for students of all ages. The mixture of ages and viewpoints in the classroom leads to lively and informed debate on all manner of subjects. Our younger students benefit from the experience and knowledge of our more mature students who in turn benefit from the fresh points of view and perspective of the younger generation. The difference in ages and opinions between our students ensures a well rounded forum for debate and discussion on a wide range of topics not all of which are course related.

Another benefit of cross-age tutoring is the social side of college life. It is good for people to move out of their comfort zone and mix with people of different ages who they might not otherwise encounter. New friendships have been formed and it is good preparation for the work place where people of all ages work together side by side. The ability to mix easily with all age groups is a huge advantage in the modern workplace.

Students of all ages come out winners with the advantages that cross-age tutoring brings to college life. Both young and slightly older are reaping the benefits of cross-age tutoring.