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It is the case for many parents that after they have decided that their child needs private tuition in a particular subject, they are afraid of actually informing the child or discussing it with him or her. They fear that he or she may not be so keen on the idea and for all sorts…
A young man once confessed to me that when he used to have a private tutor coming into his house, he was never prepared and it never worked for him. He also admitted that now that he has to travel across London to a private tuition centre, he is more switched on and focused. On…
If you are parent who is concerned about the progress your child is making in school, particularly in the core subjects which matter most, you may be asking yourself whether or not your child needs a private tutor. You need not spend sleepless nights worrying anymore. Here are the key questions you need to ask…
Up until the previous academic year, A-level (AS and A2) exams were taken in January as well as in May and June. The government has now abolished the January exams as they regard it as one of the causes of grade inflation. Another reason is that many see the idea of a student being allowed…
Now that young people are settling into the new academic year, young people studying GCSE and A-level are familiarising themselves with a new teacher, new peers and perhaps new subjects. They are embarking on another step of an exciting learning curve of life. One thing that we are all guilty of is sliding into old…
Key Stage 3 is an underestimated crucial period in children’s lives. It is a time of transition which requires a sensitive approach and committed monitoring by parents. It has been an area of study for some years now, with researchers seeking to explain the reasons behind slumped performance and general attitudes of indifference amongst 11…
It appears that not a lot is said about KS3, while we tend to focus on GCSE and A-level when we speak about education achievement at secondary school. The reality is that KS3 is when students at secondary school build the foundation for GCSE and beyond. For many young people, it is sadly too late for…
Parental participation in a world of education and schooling which is becoming ever-complex can be a great source of strength for children. Not only can it be an enriching form of guidance but it can also build and advance any child’s confidence and self-esteem. Many child psychologists and experts have highlighted the various benefits of…
Setting aside the minor issue of the autumn leaves and the lovely, slight chill that September is associated with, the big event really is children going back to school. All the enthusiasm, the hope, the aspiration and the high levels of energy is lovely to see, irrespective of rain or sunshine. Class sizes have always…
It’s no secret that overcrowding in today’s classrooms is a doomed reality, with teachers’ resources and capacities being stretched to new levels and students increasingly suffering the consequences. Overpopulated classes can have detrimental effects on even the brightest of students, causing gradual alienation from the subject being taught and leading to deterioration in concentration levels.…
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