The Sherpa Blog
STEM, Education and Online Tutoring News from the Sherpa Team.
Revising GCSE English Literature for Grade 8-9
Johnny W
3 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
Nicolas B
3 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!
Nicole T
3 days ago
Mock Season: The Biology Language That Wins (and Loses) Marks Every autumn
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STEM projects at home
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
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
Alan H
1 week 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
Rob P
1 week 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)
Aayush P
1 week 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
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
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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October Half Term and How to Ace Your Upcoming GCSE Mocks
Shaan
2 weeks 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
2 weeks 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
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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How to maximise your GCSE Edexcel Business grade
Mark G
2 weeks ago
How to Maximise Your GCSE Edexcel Business GradeThere are two primary ways to maximise your GCSE Edexcel Business grade. The first is your exam technique:...
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Drama, Wellbeing and Confidence: What the Evidence Shows for Students and Parents
Emily M
2 weeks ago
Parents often tell me the same thing: "I’m not worried about the grade right now; I’m worried about my child’s confidence"
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