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STEM, Education and Online Tutoring News from the Sherpa Team.

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Revising GCSE English Literature for Grade 8-9
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Johnny W

2 days ago

The Secret Sauce to a Grade 9 in GCSE English Literature (It’s Not What You Think)
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The A-Level jump is bigger than most students expect, and Autumn is when it costs least to fix
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Nicolas B

2 days ago

One of the conversations I have most often is with students who performed well at GCSE, chose subjects they genuinely enjoy, and expected Year 12 to feel fairly familiar, just a little more d
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Biology- learn the lingo!
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Nicole T

2 days ago

Mock Season: The Biology Language That Wins (and Loses) Marks Every autumn
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STEM projects at home
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Yvonne

6 days ago

Science Skills at Home Series: Test, Improve, Blast Off!I am here with a series of guides to show you how to improve your science skills without ever havin...
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The 'IRAC' Method for Legal Analysis in A-Level Essays
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Luc B

6 days ago

Learning and knowing the law is insufficient to secure high marks in legal essays at any level. Whether you intend to practise law or not, a key skill that your academic legal training is dev
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GCSE Maths: The Most Common Mistakes Students Make and How to Avoid Them
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Alan H

6 days ago

When preparing for GCSE Maths, hard work is one of the most important factors in achieving your target grade. However, what's just as important is working smart
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WJEC Criminology Unit 2: Getting the Theory Right
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Rob P

6 days ago

One of the challenges students face with WJEC Level 3 Criminology Unit 2 is the sheer number of theories they need to understand.
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How GCSE Maths is actually marked (and what it means for your revision)
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Aayush P

6 days ago

Most students revise maths by doing more questions. Far fewer know how those questions are marked, and that is where marks are quietly won and lost.
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Why Students Struggle with GCSE and A-Level Science - and How to Improve Their Grades
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Dhylan P

1 week ago

For many students, Maths and Science can feel like some of the most challenging subjects at school. From tackling algebraic equations to understanding complex chemical reactions
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How to Excel in A-Level Mathematics: Expert Tips from a Maths Graduate and Experienced Tutor
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Mohammed A

1 week ago

How to Get an A or A* in A-Level Maths. 7 Expert Tips from an Experienced Maths Tutor.
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Can tutoring replace private school? A guide for parents

Angela Winters

1 week ago

If your child's private school is closing, or the fees have simply become too much since VAT came in, you're probably asking whether tutoring could fill the gap
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The Benefits of Online 1:1 Maths and English Tuition for Primary School Children
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Cathryn L

1 week ago

In a busy classroom, teachers must balance the needs of many pupils. Individual tuition allows the tutor to focus entirely on your child
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October Half Term and How to Ace Your Upcoming GCSE Mocks
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Shaan

1 week ago

October half term marks a critical turning point for Year 11 students. With November mock exams only three to four weeks away.
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What the Autumn Budget 2026 means for Tutors and Students

Angela Winters

1 week ago

John Healey delivered his first Budget on 28 October 2026 and for Tutors and the families they teach, it was a quiet one.
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From Field Trip to Top Grades: Using Iceland to Bring Geography to Life
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Ed C

2 weeks ago

Every Geography student learns that Iceland sits on one of the most active constructive plate boundaries in the world.
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