Is writing becoming a lost art? From toddlers mastering their first scribbles to teens crafting the perfect personal statement, strong writing skills are essential—but they don’t have to be a battle! Discover practical tips, fun tricks, and a little bit of humor to help your child (and yourself) navigate the world of words with confidence.
Category Archives: Exams
Why Mum Drinks: GCSEs, A Levels, and the Great Toilet Paper Debate
Choosing GCSE Subjects for Students
Choosing the right GCSE subjects can feel overwhelming. Discover practical tips to help your child make decisions that align with their passions and future goals.
2. Best A Level Combinations for University
Wondering which A Level combinations are best for university admissions? Learn how to craft the perfect mix for your child’s ambitions.
3. Planning for UK College Applications
Take the stress out of UK college applications. From GCSEs to personal statements, we’ve got all the tips you need for a smooth process.
4. GCSE and A Level Tips for Parents
Support your child’s academic journey with expert advice on GCSEs and A Levels. Practical, parent-focused tips for success.
Choosing the right GCSE subjects can feel overwhelming. Discover practical tips to help your child make decisions that align with their passions and future goals.
Week Two: Back to School, Back to Stress (And Maybe Forgetting Dry January Just for a Day)
Feeling the pressure of exam season? We’ve got you covered! From GCSE and A-level prep tips to English revision strategies and practical parenting advice, find everything you need to support your child’s success
First Week Back at School… We Made It! (Barely.)
Feeling the January slump? You’re not alone! Between school emails, forgotten bake sales, and exam prep stress, it’s a whirlwind. But don’t worry—we’re all in it together! From tips on surviving term two to a cheeky reminder that last-minute costumes are totally fine, we’re here to keep it real.
Extra Curricular, Co Curricular and Super Curricular
This week, let’s unravel one of life’s great mysteries: the difference between co-curricular, extra-curricular, and super-curricular activities. Anything with the word extracurricular used to throw me into a mild panic as I knew it would entail three children in three different parts of the emirate at the same time—inevitably becoming a scheduling chaos that turned this noble endeavor into a caffeine-fueled, chaos-riddled marathon. So, let me explain the subtle (and not-so-subtle) differences of the three.
What happens after GCSEs
After the GCSE whirlwind, the next step might feel daunting, but there are clear paths forward!
The GCSE low down – are you ready?
The stress of choosing GCSE’s is real, the what if’s. the opportunities, what doors will they open and which could they close?
Reading…
Last week’s post got me thinking—how one little word can mean so many things depending on how you look at it! It’s probably why English is such a quirky yetContinue reading “Reading…”
Mums school challenges 2
Thank you all for your lovely comments last week! It’s clear that so many of us are feeling the same frustrations—school places, class sizes, teacher shortages, inclusion needs, and ofContinue reading “Mums school challenges 2”
Mums school challenges.
A weekly education column thats all about the education challenges and questions that we face at home,