Welcome to the PMT Education Blog, a hub catering to students, parents, and teachers alike. Here, you’ll find a wealth of articles and resources designed to empower all members of the educational community. Explore topics ranging from student success and parenting tips to teaching strategies and more.
VSEPR theory is central to organic chemistry, helping predict molecular shapes and bond angles. This guide explains how electron pairs arrange themselves to stay apart, with clear examples. By learning the basic shapes and effects of lone pairs, you’ll be ready to tackle any exam question on molecular geometry.
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What is pedagogy? This article explores three key pedagogical approaches—constructivism, direct instruction, and enquiry-based learning—examining the theory behind each and practical strategies for the classroom. Understanding these principles helps to make intentional choices that support student success.
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Wondering how to become a tutor as a student? This guide has you covered. You’ll find plenty of practical tips on how to get started, including why joining a trusted platform like PMT Education is a great option. Plus, discover why tutoring as a student can be the perfect way to balance study, income, and personal growth at university.
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From university entry to future career opportunities, A Level grades play a vital role in your teen’s next steps. But how does the A Level grading system actually work? Our “A Level grades explained” guide covers everything parents need to know, including how A Level grades are calculated, how they translate into UCAS points, and more.
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Freshers' week is packed with events, society fairs, and new faces, all designed to help you settle in before lectures begin. From navigating wristbands and freebies to making friends and surviving Freshers’ flu, this guide outlines what to expect, how to make the most of the week, and some tips to help you start university on the right foot.
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Students
Preparing for GCSEs or A Levels? Having the right revision resources matters. While Save My Exams offers high-quality revision materials via a paid subscription, Physics & Maths Tutor is an excellent free alternative. This article compares both sites and explains why Physics & Maths Tutor is a go-to option for students and teachers alike.
Students
Physics and Maths Tutor is a free, UK-based website packed with high-quality revision resources, including past papers, mark schemes, notes, practice questions, flashcards, and more, across a wide range of subjects. This guide explains how to navigate the site and make the most of its free resources to boost your exam performance.
Students
VSEPR theory is central to organic chemistry, helping predict molecular shapes and bond angles. This guide explains how electron pairs arrange themselves to stay apart, with clear examples. By learning the basic shapes and effects of lone pairs, you’ll be ready to tackle any exam question on molecular geometry.
Parents
From university entry to future career opportunities, A Level grades play a vital role in your teen’s next steps. But how does the A Level grading system actually work? Our “A Level grades explained” guide covers everything parents need to know, including how A Level grades are calculated, how they translate into UCAS points, and more.
Teachers
What is pedagogy? This article explores three key pedagogical approaches—constructivism, direct instruction, and enquiry-based learning—examining the theory behind each and practical strategies for the classroom. Understanding these principles helps to make intentional choices that support student success.
Tutors
Wondering how to become a tutor as a student? This guide has you covered. You’ll find plenty of practical tips on how to get started, including why joining a trusted platform like PMT Education is a great option. Plus, discover why tutoring as a student can be the perfect way to balance study, income, and personal growth at university.
Tutors
Worked examples break problems into clear, logical steps and reveal the reasoning behind each one—making them a powerful tool in online maths tutoring. In this article, you’ll discover why worked examples are so effective and how to integrate them into your sessions to boost student understanding, confidence, and exam performance.
Teachers
Explore the best apps for teachers! From lesson planning and classroom management to interactive learning, gamification, and more, these teacher apps help save time, engage students, and make classroom life a little easier. Whether you’re new to teacher tech or looking to refresh your digital toolkit, there’s something here for everyone.
Students
Freshers’ week is packed with events, society fairs, and new faces, all designed to help you settle in before lectures begin. From navigating wristbands and freebies to making friends and surviving Freshers’ flu, this guide outlines what to expect, how to make the most of the week, and some tips to help you start university on the right foot.
Parents
Wondering how your child’s GCSE grades are determined? In this guide to GCSE grade boundaries 2025, we explain how grade thresholds are set, when they’re released, and why they matter. You’ll also find updated grade boundaries for key subjects once published—plus data from previous years to help put your child’s results into context.
Parents
Curious about how grade boundaries might affect your teen’s results? Our guide to A Level grade boundaries 2025 covers everything you need to know, from what they are and how they’re set to why they change each year. We’ll also share the latest grade boundaries for key subjects alongside data from previous years.
Students
Didn’t receive the results you expected? If you’re only a couple of marks away from the next grade up—or your university place hangs in the balance—requesting an A Level remark could make a difference. This article covers everything you need to know, from understanding the process to deadlines, costs, and success rates.
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