Exam season is right around the corner, and if you’re about to sit your GCSEs or A-levels, the nerves may be kicking in. While all your hard work and preparation will certainly pay off, it’s equally important to ensure that…
It goes without saying that exam season can be a stressful and challenging time for students. As a parent, it’s natural to want your child to perform to their full potential. Supporting your child without adding to the pressure they’re…
If you’re the parent of a child in Sixth Form or College, you may have heard talk of the EPQ. But what exactly is it, and why should your child consider doing one? In short, the EPQ is an independent…
Unsure about taking an EPQ in Sixth Form or College? It can be tricky deciding whether or not an EPQ is right for you. Sure, Year 13 will likely be stressful enough, even without the additional workload hanging over your…
The majority of students studying A-Level Physics in the UK also study at least one maths A-Level. The advantages of doing so benefit both subjects and include content overlap (particularly in mechanics) and increased dexterity in terms of equation manipulation…
Winter is coming! This can only mean one thing…No, not a ‘Game of Thrones’-esque showdown. We’re talking about Christmas mocks. There’s no tiptoeing around it: mocks can be stressful and scary. There’s a lot of pressure on and a lot…
Your child may have just started their first term of Year 11, but it will soon be time to begin thinking about the next step in their education. They can apply to as many sixth forms or colleges as they…
The transition from GCSEs to A-levels is an exciting time that will present both new opportunities and challenges. Life in sixth form/college is very different from school. You will grow intellectually and emotionally, develop new ways of thinking and learning,…
The dreaded A level Results Day is just around the corner, with countless pupils (and parents alike!) nervously awaiting their grades. Tensions are high, particularly when a spot at university is at stake. Knowing how best to support your child…
The time is nigh! A Level Results Day is upon us! When it comes to getting your results, dramatics aren’t helpful. In fact, on the list of Useful Things, dramatics fall near the very bottom, just above chocolate teapots and…