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: Revision
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.
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.
Why Christmas is so much more than trees and gifts.
Christmas is more than a festive holiday; it’s a time to teach children about generosity, creativity, and gratitude. From crafting ornaments and singing carols to the hilarity of the annual Christmas play, it\u2019s a season filled with magic, family traditions, and life lessons that last far beyond the holidays
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?
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,
How to prevent student procrastination
Student procrastination is a common problem, which occurs when students unnecessarily postpone working on school tasks, like studying or writing. It affects students at all levels and can cause serious issues, like worse grades and lower well-being. It’s also a complicated problem, since different students procrastinate for different reasons, and can therefore benefit from different solutions when it comes to overcoming their procrastination.
Improve your memory with better note taking
If you think you are forgetting information as quickly as you are hearing it, even when you write it down you possibly are. We lose about 40% of all newContinue reading “Improve your memory with better note taking”
Revision Techniques
Not every study motivation strategy is going to work for everyone, but there’s something out there that will work for you. We’ve compiled a list of study motivation ideas toContinue reading “Revision Techniques”