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7 Essay Mistakes That Are Costing GCSE English Students

Isabel J

1 day ago

Most GCSE English students don't lose marks because they don't know the text. They lose them because of how they write about it. Here are the seven mistakes to fix first.

Why Technical Theatre Is a Blind Spot For Most Drama Students

Lucy

1 day ago

Most Drama students have an idea of how they want a scene to look but no language to describe it. A former Stage Manager explains why hands-on experience makes all the difference.

How Should Students Choose Their A-Level Further Mathematics Optional Modules?

Fei Y

1 day ago

Choosing Further Maths optional modules is not about finding the easiest option. A specialist tutor explains what each module involves and how to pick the right one for you.

How to Prepare for A-Level Computer Science Over the Summer

Mohammed S

1 day ago

A-Level Computer Science is a significant step up from GCSE. A specialist examiner explains how to spend the summer and why just a few hours a week is enough.

Why Do Schools Not Cover ‘Exam Technique?’

Kate B

1 day ago

An experienced examiner explains why exam technique is rarely taught in schools and what students can do about it.

Using the ILAC Method to Solve Problem Questions

James F

5 days ago

One method stands above the rest for A-Level Law problem questions. An examiner with 20 years' experience breaks down ILAC and shows exactly how it works in practice.

Going Back to School: A Parents Guide to Student Study Habits

Joan P

5 days ago

Going back to school in an exam year can feel daunting. A teacher explains eight gentle, practical strategies to help students settle back into routine without the overwhelm.

The Ultimate Year 11 Guide for Better GCSE Maths Grades in 2027

Dr Sam

5 days ago

The summer before Year 11 is one of the most valuable periods in a student's GCSE journey. A Maths teacher explains how to use it wisely, in under an hour a day.

Is My Child Struggling, or Just Not Trying? How to Tell the Difference

Elizabeth F

5 days ago

"Capable but not applying himself." Sound familiar? A tutor explains why struggling and lazy look the same from the outside and how to tell which one you are dealing with.

Practical Ways Parents Can Support Their Child as They Start A-Levels

Rachel R

5 days ago

A-Level students need far more independence than Year 11. A qualified teacher explains the practical steps parents can take now to set their child up for success.

My Child Knows the Answer. So Why Can’t They Write It?

Sundus

1 week ago

Last week, I taught a student who spent more than two hours writing a single English Literature paragraph. Why is this?

How to Improve Evaluation in Sociology and Psychology Essays

Ria D

1 week ago

“Add more evaluation” is a common piece of feedback in Sociology and Psychology, but it is not always clear what this actually means.

A Summer of Stealth: Encouraging Subtle GCSE Support

Angela Winters

1 week ago

Summer needs to feel like summer. Teens need to relax with friends and family so we’ve put together some tips on how parents can quietly prepare for GCSEs in the background.

What to Do When A-Level Results Day Doesn’t Go to Plan

Russell Kilgour

1 week ago

So, you've had a disappointing A-Level results day. Don't panic or let it get you down. There are plenty of ways to bounce back. In this guide, we talk you through the next steps.

What to Do When GCSE Results Day Doesn’t Go to Plan

Russell Kilgour

1 week ago

So, you've had a disappointing GCSE results day. Don't panic or let it get you down. There are plenty of ways to bounce back. In this guide, we talk you through the next steps.

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