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Back to School 2025: 8 genius hacks to boost grades fast

by Anita Naik

Back-to-school for the 2025/26 academic year is imminent. If your child is heading towards GCSEs and A-Levels, here are eight genius hacks to help them get off to a good start as they head towards exams, University applications, mocks and more.

8 grade-boosting hacks: 1. The 15-Minute past paper h...Read more ›

The best online learning tools and apps

by Anita Naik

You can't go wrong with online learning tools and apps to make academic life easier and more efficient. These run the gauntlet from revision aids to mind map creators, citation helpers, and tools that help you collaborate with peers and experts. Whatever your academic goals for 2025, here is our pic...

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Revision strategies that work

by Anita Naik

Revision season is here whether you're in Year 11 or Year 13 (or one of the years in between). Studies by the Association of School and College Leaders (ASCL) have found that 85% of students struggle to revise.

One reason is that revision is a long process that takes several months, meaning it's to...

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Results Day | What to do if you don't get the results you need

by Anita Naik

Not achieving the GCSE results required for A-Levels and university can feel devastating, but regardless of the cause, don't let lower grades deter you from pursuing your academic and career aspirations.

Failing to achieve the results you hoped for doesn't mark the end of your academic ambitions. W...

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Effective last minute revision strategies

by Anita Naik

Effective last-minute revision aims to maximize retention and understanding of key information quickly. While cramming is never recommended, last-minute revision is about making the most efficient use of time to review and reinforce essential information, practice exam techniques, and manage stress ...

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