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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?

Ensuring students make progress is the key driver behind all professionals working in education. Teachers and tutors both aim to promote the learning and development of the students with whom they work. However, the principal difference between a teacher and a tutor is that a teacher works with larger groups of students, whilst a tutor […]

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 […]

With private and online tutoring becoming such a common occurrence over the past few years, we have aimed to answer a number of commonly asked questions outlining what a private tutor does, and what a child can expect during their tutoring sessions. What this article covers: How Is Tutoring Different From Teaching? What Can You […]

Private tutoring has become more popular than ever in recent years. Due to this increase in popularity, we thought we would answer the commonly asked question, ‘Why do Kids get Tutors?‘ What this article covers: Why do children need tutoring? Is Home Tutoring Better Than School? How Often Should a Child Be Tutored? Is Tutoring […]

We are often asked the question ‘What are the benefits of a maths tutor?’, so we thought it would be beneficial to address this important question. The objective of this article is to provide you, the parent or guardian or a school-aged child or teenager with the additional insight to allow you to decide if […]

The question of whether private tutoring is worthwhile is an important one for many parents of school-age children as well as young adults in further or higher education. Within this article, we look to provide you with additional insight to enable you to make an informed decision when it comes to engaging with a private […]