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Sebastian

8 months ago

Struggling with your child's study routine? Our ultimate parent's guide to study time reveals expert strategies to create smart schedules, boost focus, and drive academic success.

What are BTEC Qualifications?

Mohammed A

9 months ago

Confused about BTEC qualifications? Learn everything you need to know in our guide, from what BTECs are, to how they can boost your education and career prospects.

What Should I Do After GCSEs?

Nikki S

10 months ago

A useful guide describing the most common options for post-16 education to help parents and Year 9-11 students learn about what options there are for what to do after GCSEs.

7 Ways Extracurricular Clubs Lead to Academic Success

Rachael T

10 months ago

Extracurricular activities are linked to academic success by allowing children to learn diverse practical, cognitive and social skills in their own way as a respite from school.

A Guide to OCR A-Level Computer Science

Hansa P

11 months ago

Struggling with OCR A-Level Computer Science? This blog covers everything from course content and assessments to revision advice and fixing common exam mistakes.

Dos and Don’ts for Studying A-Level Business Studies

Naomi

11 months ago

An interpretation of a recent examiners' report summarised into a list of dos and don'ts for creating an effective study plan for the A-level Business Studies exams.

Using the PACCT Method for Analysing English Literature

Seun

11 months ago

The PACCT Method is a literary analysis structure that tutors and students use to help break down lengthy texts. Use these examples to help apply it to your GCSE English revision.

The Qualities Needed for A-Level Success

Robert A

11 months ago

Robert, an examiner & university mentor for top universities in the UK demystifies the little-known skills that are the secret to success for A-level and university-level studies.

What You Need to Know: The Duke Of Edinburgh Award

Tim C

1 year ago

On the fence about doing DofE? Tutor Tim gives his insight into the benefits, after running the Duke Of Edinburgh Award Scheme at a large boarding school in the Midlands.

Top 10 Unique Study Techniques

Mahsia D

1 year ago

Procrastination, boredom and burnout are all symptoms of repeating the same type of task. Mix up your study methods to keep things fresh and see the best results!

Should Homework be Banned?

Martyn

1 year ago

Should homework be non-compulsory to help with children's home and social lives, as well as mental health and wellbeing? Is it a good idea and what are the main benefits?

Interesting Cultural Differences in Global Education

Diana A

1 year ago

Read about interesting cultural differences in school education including homework & graduation in countries like Japan, Sweden, the Netherlands and South Korea

ADHD & Online Tuition - The Perfect Match?

Finnbar

1 year ago

How effective is online tuition for students with ADHD? This blog explores the potential of learning online and how it affects learning outcomes in ADHD students.

The Ultimate Revision Timetable

Russell Kilgour

1 year ago

Learn how to make a reflective timetable, a modern upgrade to the traditional calendar-style revision timetable that is proven to boost productivity and reduce procrastination.

Choosing Between Combined or Triple Science

Matthew T

1 year ago

GCSE Sciences now come with another option with increasing popularity - Combined Science. But what does it mean? One of our qualified teachers reveals all you need to know.

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