The Sherpa Blog
STEM, Education and Online Tutoring News from the Sherpa Team.
What to Expect in the 11+ Exams
Russell Kilgour
10 months ago
Everything you need to know about whats in the 11+ exam papers including example questions and solutions from each. Are you smarter than a 10-year-old?
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How to Get Ready for Secondary School
Diane
10 months ago
Qualified teacher Diane describes the step up to secondary school and what you will be expected to know in English - complete with helpful ways to revise and track progress.
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The Pomodoro Revision Technique 🍅
Russell Kilgour
1 year ago
Find out everything you need to know about using the Pomodoro technique for revision, how it works and its main benefits and problems.
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10 Tips to Help You Get Revising & Handle Exam Stress
Zoe
1 year ago
Exam season is nearly here and revision is well underway (hopefully!). These 10 tips will quickly help you manage your stress and revision.
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How Do You Know If Your Child Needs a Tutor?
David B
1 year ago
It can be tough to figure out what to do when you think your child might need a tutor. Author David is a parent to a teenager and tutors himself, so he has laid out his advice to all parents.
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How to Study Based On Your Learning Style
Hannah
1 year ago
Tutor Hannah gives you some insightful study tips on how to revise based on your preferred style of learning!
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What To Do If You Fail Your Mocks
Russell Kilgour
1 year ago
A step-by-step guide on how to recover from getting bad results in your mock exams. Don't worry! With a few tips and organisation, there is plenty time to turn things around before the final
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How to make revising during the Christmas holidays FUN!
Russell Kilgour
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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
1 year 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 2023
James Gurnett
1 year 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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