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Dyscalculia: How can I help my child cope with maths

by Anita Naik

Does your child struggle with maths, have difficulties with basic mathematical concepts and gets confused with sequencing and mental calculations? If so, then they could have Dyscalculia. Here's how to help them cope with maths.

National Numeracy and the British Dyslexia Association say an estimate...

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How to avoid common exam traps

by Anita Naik

Taking exams can be stressful, but students can increase their chances of success by avoiding common mistakes. The problem is, of course, that the stress and pressure of the exam situation can hinder your performance. This is where good exam technique comes in. Here's how to avoid common exam traps....

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How to help your kids through their exams 

by Anita Naik

Exams are nearly upon us, and like many parents, you are probably wondering how to help your child without stressing them. While exam stress is a common problem for students of all ages, it can manifest in various ways, including anxiety, worry, and even physical symptoms like headaches and stomach ...

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Online Tutoring Surges in the UK

by Sarah Adams
Post-covid, nearly half of all private tuition is now online. Before the pandemic (January 2019), only 9% of students opted for online tuition Most popular subjects for tuition are GCSE online English Literature, Maths and Physics Most popular A-level tuition is Chemistry, Maths and Economics ...Read more ›

How to tell if your child is struggling with maths

by Anita Naik

According to a new survey commissioned by National Numeracy*, though the majority of us feel we are good at maths, we are typically overestimating our skills. Though nearly half (45%) of those surveyed rated their numeracy as good, they scored less than three out of five on the numeracy test, coming...

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