The Sherpa Blog
STEM, Education and Online Tutoring News from the Sherpa Team.
How to make revising during the Christmas holidays FUN!
Russell Kilgour
2 years ago
It's Christmas, so enjoy the holiday cheer! For those that have exams in January, it can feel like a cruel joke, so follow these tips to ensure you are staying focused...and festive!
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Developing a positive growth mindset for success
Oliver W
2 years ago
Having a growth mindset can help you face challenges and continue to develop throughout your life. Most successful people continue self-improvement even after "making it". So should you!
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Mock Exam Season - Our Revision Checklist
Russell Kilgour
2 years ago
Mock exams are right around the corner, some have even started! This guide will help you get back into revision mode and allow you to make the most of your study time.
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Global Education: What is it?
James Gurnett
2 years ago
Learn about Global education and why it is so important, ahead of Global Education Week 2023.
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Sherpa x GEW 2022 Giveaway Rules & Guidelines
James Gurnett
2 years ago
Rules and guidelines on how to enter the Sherpa giveaway to celebrate Global Education Week 2022.
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5 Indicators your child needs support with school
James Gurnett
2 years ago
5 red flags that indicate your child is struggling with school.
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How much does a tutor cost in 2023 | Complete Guide
James Gurnett
2 years ago
Want to know how much a tutor will cost you in 2023? Check out our guide on hourly prices.
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The Ultimate Back to School Guide 2025
Russell Kilgour
3 years ago
Get #BackToSchoolReady with our ultimate guide. We cover all the bases for each year group, so nothing is forgotten. Check off the items one by one, and you can't go wrong!
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How to Write Your First CV Straight Out of School | Beginner’s Guide
Russell Kilgour
3 years ago
In this beginner-friendly guide, we're going to teach you how to create a CV that gets you the job you desire.
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7 Ways To Improve Your Child's Attitude Towards Homework
James Gurnett
3 years ago
Homework is never nice to do. After spending a day grafting at school, one of the last things students want to do is transfer that home to the dining table or desk.
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How to Study During the Half Term Break | Kickstart Guide
James Gurnett
3 years ago
Is this a catch-up week or are you planning to do work every day of break? It's important to relax - but also keep up the habit of learning!
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The Ultimate Guide to the 11+ Entrance Exams | 2024 Entry
James Gurnett
3 years ago
The ultimate guide for you on the 11+ exam, the opportunities it presents, and the best way to approach it to ensure that your child passes and is accepted into the right secondary school.
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Music whilst studying? The good, the bad and the ukulele
James Gurnett
3 years ago
We all have our own different methods of studying and revising. Some people work with music in the background, from lo-fi beats and jazz to rap.
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7 Reasons Why Mock Exams are Super-Important
James Gurnett
3 years ago
Mocks linger in this strange ethereal realm between importance and neglect in a student's mind. But over the last few years, the importance of mock exams has grown significantly.
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10 of the Best Educational Podcasts and Audiobooks
James Gurnett
3 years ago
The bandwidth of human knowledge has increased tenfold since the invention of television. You can absorb knowledge with any combination of educational audio content available online.
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