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Updated July 2026: This guide has been thoroughly reviewed, updated and expanded to reflect the latest curriculum requirements, examination guidance, educational best practice, and industry developments. Originally published in 2023, this revised edition includes updated information, improved advice, and additional resources to ensure it remains accurate and relevant. If you’re approaching GCSEs, it’s natural to […]

Children face several challenges in education, including end-of-year tests such as SATs, 11 plus examinations and GCSEs. In addition, general learning can be affected by a number of external factors, from teacher strikes and staff absences to a lack of resources in schools. With all these things to consider during a child’s education, private tutoring […]

Updated July 2026: This guide has been thoroughly reviewed, updated and expanded to reflect the latest curriculum requirements, examination guidance, educational best practice, and industry developments. Originally published in 2023, this revised edition includes updated information, improved advice, and additional resources to ensure it remains accurate and relevant. If your child is preparing for the […]

GCSE results day is an important day in the calendar for all secondary school students. It’s the culmination of two years of effort, which can provide relief and rewards, along with frustration or upset. With this in mind, it’s important that teens are prepared for what happens on the day – and are ready to […]

Maths is undoubtedly one of the most important subjects at GCSE level – and in life more broadly. So, it goes without saying that ambitious students will want to get a 9 in GCSE Maths. This is the top grade awarded for mathematics at GCSE level and a solid foundation for further studies and a […]

Updated July 2026: This guide has been thoroughly reviewed, updated and expanded to reflect the latest curriculum requirements, examination guidance, educational best practice, and industry developments. Originally published in 2023, this revised edition includes updated information, improved advice, and additional resources to ensure it remains accurate and relevant. GCSE Physics helps students understand how the […]

GCSE English is one of the most important exams to pass in your school career. That’s because most colleges, universities and employers require a good standard of English competence. However, it’s often the most challenging to revise, as what’s presented in the exam is perhaps text you’re not familiar with seeing. If you’re wondering whether […]

The 11 plus exam provides an overview of a student’s abilities as they enter secondary education. This exam is only taken in some schools in England, as Wales and Scotland do not have grammar schools. If your child has the 11 plus test coming up, it’s helpful to know what to expect so they can […]

If your child loves English, then choosing this diverse subject for their undergraduate studies could open more doors than they’ve ever imagined – find out more now!

If your child is in a primary school in England or Northern Ireland then you may find that they are required to sit the 11+ exam in Year 6. The 11+ is a standardised test that works as an entrance test for some secondary schools and provides up to date information on the academic abilities of each pupil that sits it.

We’ve shared some of the best ways to explore science at home and provided advice on what to do if your child is struggling to keep up with the science curriculum.

STEM careers, or careers in science, technology, engineering, and maths, are some of the most in-demand and lucrative fields in today’s job market. These careers often require a strong foundation in maths and science, as well as technical skills and problem-solving abilities.

If you are worried about your child’s progress or want to give them the push they need to reach the next level, then you may be considering hiring a tutor. Tutoring is a popular choice when you want someone who can help close the gap or even stretch and challenge your child’s knowledge, but which subjects should you choose?

Updated July 2026: This guide has been thoroughly reviewed, updated and expanded to reflect the latest curriculum requirements, examination guidance, educational best practice, and industry developments. Originally published in 2022, this revised edition includes updated information, improved advice, and additional resources to ensure it remains accurate and relevant. Teaching and tutoring both aim to help […]

Since the earliest civilisations, education systems have been based on the simple model of teacher and pupil. The term ‘educate’ comes from Latin, meaning to lead out or to bring up. Novices learn from experts in many different ways, but a structured education needs a formalised relationship. The subjects being taught change over time, and […]

How we work and study has changed significantly over the past few years. This shift is due to the rise of technology and the fact that we had to adapt, embracing change due to the Covid pandemic. As a result of this, private tuition in subjects such as mathematics has become more accessible to many […]