The Sherpa Blog
STEM, Education and Online Tutoring News from the Sherpa Team.
How to Get Ready for Secondary School
Diane
3 years 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
3 years 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
3 years 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
3 years 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
3 years 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
3 years 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 of time to turn things around.
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How to make revising during the Christmas holidays FUN!
Russell Kilgour
3 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
3 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
3 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
3 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
3 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
3 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
3 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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Back to School Tips from a Psychologist
James Gurnett
3 years ago
A few months ago, we sat down with Dr Ian Gargan, CEO of Imagine Health, a medical doctor and forensic psychologist to chat about how students can better prepare themselves at school.
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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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