Zen and the Art of Focus: Managing the Impact of Social Media on Studying
A new sub-species has just been discovered on Earth…..Homo sapiens facebookensis. This creature looks for all intents and purposes like […]
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Changes in the UK Education System: Navigating the Future of Exams
Hurrah – the dragon is slain – Mr Gove – the education secretary has gone and we teachers can now
Teacher Strikes in the UK: Ensuring Your Child’s Success Never Stops
Striking Problems More than a fifth of England’s schools were closed on Thursday 10th July 2014 during a strike
Factors Affecting Exam Success: Beyond Natural Ability
The whole nation is once again looking forward to that time of the year in which we see Images of
Benefits of Grammar Schools: Debunking the Myths
Are students in grammar schools better behaved or are private schools the solution? I have had the privilege of having
Disruptive Behavior in Schools: Finding a Sanctuary for Your Child’s Potential
Is the standard of behaviour better in some schools? Considering that there are around 4,000 secondary schools in the state
The Joy of Progress: Why Rewarding Teaching Isn’t Just for “Geniuses”
Teaching can be such pleasure and extremely rewarding In my years of teaching at a grammar school and largely the
Discipline Equals Freedom: How Improving Student Behavior Guaranteed Better Results
The link between students’ behaviour and academic achievement is well established. A proof can be seen in the case of
The Learning Light-Bulb: A Strategic Guide to Supporting Your Teenager’s Revision
With GCSE and A-Level exams approaching successful revision techniques become even more paramount. Huge proportions of students have not been
Grade Inflation vs. Falling Standards: How to Ensure Your Child Truly Stands Out
Despite the ever-improving examination results at GCSE and A-level, there are still so many young people who fail to gain