Blog Posts tagged Skills

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The Right Stuff: The Individual Characteristics That Make Stellar Tutors

by Cassie Steele

Around ONE IN EVERY FOUR of secondary school students has private tuition, according to Ipsos Mori. Given its popularity, it isn't surprising for students to come across excellent tutors and, in turn, be inspired to follow a similar career path. However, CERTAIN POSITIVE PERSONAL QUALITIES are neede...

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How to Learn (or Relearn) Maths as an Adult

by Anita Naik

There are many reasons you may want to learn maths again as an adult. Perhaps, you want to help your children with their schoolwork, refresh your knowledge in general or even sit your GCSE or A-Level as an adult. Whatever your reasons, here's what you need to do.

Think about your maths mindset

Man...

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How to select a topic for GCSE English spoken language component

by Anita Naik

The GCSE English Skills component is now called spoken language. It's mandatory but does not count towards your GCSE grade. However, it's assessed separately at Distinction, Merit, Pass or Ungraded.

It's an individual talk of approximately 5 minutes, with questions and applicable in all exam boards...

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5 Habits of Successful Students

by Monty Chadwick

The best students aren't always the smartest students. Many of the most successful people academically aren't necessarily more intelligent than their schoolmates. Instead, they understand what habits will help them rise to the top. Interested in doing the same? These five strategies can help you ach...

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How to help your child deal with stress this exam season

by Dr van Zwanenberg

Exam season can be one of the most stressful times in your child's life, where the pressure they experience impacts the way they think, feel and behave.

It is important to know that feeling some stress is normal and causes our 'fight or flight' response to kick in, which can help your child to perf...

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