Heather Harries Education Hub

GCSE Study Group - Geography - Hazards
2025-09-16 18:00 - 19:00 (Asia/Dubai) | https://heatherharries.com/event/gcse-study-group-geography-hazards/
Deepen your understanding of Geography and prepare with confidence for exams in our supportive study group. Running from September to December, we’ll explore key GCSE topics such as natural hazards, ecosystems, rivers and coasts, and urban issues. You’ll practise exam-style questions, build case study knowledge, and strengthen your skills to feel ready for mocks and final exams.

Parent Coffee Catch - Up - Decoding GCSE's
2025-09-17 08:30 - 11:00 | Larte, Studio One Hotel, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Parents Coffee Catch Ups
At Parents Coffee Catch Ups, we believe the best conversations happen over coffee. These monthly breakfasts bring mums and dads together in a relaxed setting to share pastries, build friendships, and gain real insights into their children’s education.
Each session is led by experts who break down the big topics — from understanding GCSEs to navigating university applications — in a way that’s clear, practical, and parent-friendly. Think of it as your monthly toolkit for making sense of school life, while connecting with a community of parents who are all in the same boat.
Coffee, clarity, and connection — that’s what our catch ups are all about.

A-Level study group - Maths Statistics - Discrete Probability Distributions
2025-09-17 17:00 - 18:00 | https://heatherharries.com/event/a-level-study-group-maths-statistics-discrete-probability-distributions/
Boost your A-level Maths skills with our focused masterclass on discrete probability distributions. Learn how to handle discrete random variables, calculate probabilities, and apply key formulas for expected value, variance, and standard deviation. We’ll guide you through common distributions like binomial, Poisson, and geometric, with practical examples and exam-focused strategies to help you tackle questions with confidence. Perfect for students aiming to deepen their understanding and excel in exams.

A-Level study group - Maths Statistics - Discrete Probability Distributions
2025-09-17 17:00 - 18:00 | https://heatherharries.com/event/a-level-study-group-maths-statistics-discrete-probability-distributions-2/

GCSE Study Group - Biology - Organisation within living organisms
2025-09-18 17:00 - 18:00 | https://heatherharries.com/event/gcse-study-group-biology-organisation-within-living-organisms/
Build your confidence in Biology and prepare for success with our supportive study group. Running from September to December, we’ll revisit core GCSE Biology topics, work through past-paper questions, and tackle challenging areas like cells, genetics, and ecosystems. This group is designed to strengthen your understanding, boost exam skills, and help you feel ready for mocks and beyond.

A-Level study group - Maths Pure - Calculus
2025-09-18 17:00 - 18:00 | https://heatherharries.com/event/a-level-study-group-maths-pure-calculus/
Target your exam success with our intensive A-level Maths Resit – Pure masterclass. Focus on core pure maths topics, strengthen your understanding of key concepts, and practice exam-style questions with expert guidance. Learn strategies to tackle challenging problems efficiently and build the confidence you need to improve your grade. Perfect for students resitting their A-levels and aiming to maximise their results.

Are you moving to Dubai?
2025-09-22 14:00 - 15:00 | https://heatherharries.com/event/are-you-moving-to-dubai-3/
Moving to Dubai with your family? Got questions about how your children will settle at school? Wondering what you wish you knew before making the big move?
Join us for an insightful, friendly, and practical webinar hosted by Heather Harries, who has lived in Dubai for 20 years and successfully guided countless families through the transition. She’ll be joined by a fellow parent who moved to Dubai last summer with her three children and a teacher who will be able to give an insiders view on how children adapt to a new school and country.
What You’ll Learn:
– Tips for helping your children settle smoothly into school.
– Insider advice on navigating the Dubai education landscape.
– What parents wish they knew before the move.
– Expert tips from both professional and personal experience.

GCSE Study Group - Maths - Ratio and Proportions
2025-09-22 17:00 - 18:00 | https://heatherharries.com/event/gcse-study-group-maths-ratio-and-proportions/
Boost your confidence and improve your GCSE Maths grade with our dedicated revision group, running from September to December. Focus on key topics, practise exam-style questions, and develop strategies to tackle tricky problems. Whether you want to strengthen your understanding, build confidence, or prepare effectively for mocks and the final exams, this group will give you the support and guidance you need to succeed.

GCSE Study Groups - Chemistry - Answering 6-Mark Questions
2025-09-22 18:30 - 19:30 | https://heatherharries.com/event/gcse-study-groups-chemistry-answering-6-mark-questions/
Boost your confidence in Chemistry and get exam-ready with our focused study group. Running from September to December, we’ll cover key GCSE Chemistry topics, practise with past-paper questions, and tackle tricky areas such as bonding, reactions, and the periodic table. This group will help you strengthen your understanding, improve exam technique, and feel fully prepared for mocks and final exams.

GCSE Study Group - Physics - Energy
2025-09-23 17:00 - 18:00 | https://heatherharries.com/event/gcse-study-group-physics-energy/
Take the mystery out of Physics and get exam-ready with our supportive study group. Running from September to December, we’ll cover key GCSE Physics topics, tackle past-paper questions, and build your confidence with tricky concepts. Whether it’s forces, electricity, or waves, this group will help you strengthen your understanding and sharpen your exam skills in a friendly, focused environment.

GCSE English Study Group - Of Mice and Men - Character
2025-09-24 17:00 - 18:00 | https://heatherharries.com/event/gcse-english-study-group-of-mice-and-men-character/
Step into the world of John Steinbeck’s classic novel with our engaging Of Mice and Men course, designed to help GCSE students build confidence and master exam success. Together, we’ll explore key themes such as friendship, loneliness, dreams, and prejudice, while unpacking Steinbeck’s use of language, structure, and historical context.
Students will gain the tools to write clear, thoughtful essays, sharpen their analytical skills, and develop exam techniques tailored to the assessment objectives. With expert guidance from our British-qualified teachers, every lesson is focused on ensuring students feel prepared, confident, and capable of securing top marks in their English Literature exams.

GCSE Study Group - Biology - Plant tissues and organs
2025-09-25 17:00 - 18:00 | https://heatherharries.com/event/gcse-study-group-biology-plant-tissues-and-organs/

Writing your Oxbridge Personal Statement
2025-09-26 17:00 - 18:00 | https://heatherharries.com/event/writing-your-oxbridge-personal-statement/
Crafting the perfect personal statement is one of the most important steps in your Oxbridge application — and one of the trickiest. Our masterclass shows you exactly how to write a statement that stands out for all the right reasons.
In this interactive session, you’ll learn:

What Oxford and Cambridge are really looking for in a personal statement.

How to showcase your academic curiosity and subject passion without cliché.

The structure and style that makes your writing clear, confident, and compelling.

Common pitfalls to avoid — and how to make your statement memorable for the right reasons.

Whether you’re just starting or refining a final draft, this masterclass will give you the insider knowledge and practical tools to write with impact.

GCSE Study Group - Maths - Aiming for top marks - Algebraic fractions
2025-09-29 17:15 - 18:15 | https://heatherharries.com/event/gcse-study-group-maths-aiming-for-top-marks-algebraic-fractions/
Take your Maths skills to the next level with our focused study group designed for high-achieving students. We’ll tackle advanced problem-solving, explore exam-style questions in depth, and refine the techniques needed to secure top grades. With expert guidance and collaborative learning, you’ll sharpen your understanding, boost your confidence, and maximise your potential for success in the GCSE Maths exam.

GCSE study group - Chemistry - Linking Structure and Properties to Bonding
2025-09-29 18:30 - 19:30 | https://heatherharries.com/event/gcse-study-group-chemistry-linking-structure-and-properties-to-bonding/
GCSE Chemistry MasterclassChemistry is all around us — from the air we breathe to the food we eat — and at GCSE level, it’s about more than memorising facts. Success comes from understanding the key principles, applying them to real-life situations, and building the problem-solving skills examiners are looking for.
In this session, you’ll learn how to:

Break down the core topics in Chemistry, from atomic structure to organic reactions.

Tackle practical skills and learn how to approach experiment-based questions.

Master exam technique with strategies for calculations, extended responses, and data analysis.

Avoid common misconceptions that can cost easy marks.

Build confidence with clear explanations and structured revision methods.

Whether you’re aiming for top grades or just want to feel more confident in the subject, this masterclass will help you strengthen your knowledge and sharpen your exam performance.
Understand the science. Apply your knowledge. Succeed in GCSE Chemistry.

GCSE Study Group - Physics - Solids, Liquids and gasses
2025-09-30 17:00 - 18:00 | https://heatherharries.com/event/gcse-study-group-physics-solids-liquids-and-gasses/
Strengthen your understanding of key Physics topics in a supportive group setting. This study group will guide you through core concepts, help you tackle challenging areas, and provide strategies for applying your knowledge to exam questions. With focused revision, practice questions, and the opportunity to discuss ideas with others, you’ll build confidence and develop the skills you need to achieve success in your GCSE Physics exam.

GCSE Study Group - Geography - energy
2025-09-30 19:00 - 20:00 | https://heatherharries.com/event/gcse-study-group-geography-rivers-and-coasts/

GCSE Study Group - Biology - Photosynthesis
2025-10-02 17:00 - 18:00 | https://heatherharries.com/event/gcse-study-group-biology-photosynthesis/

GCSE Study Group - Maths - Aiming for top marks - Sequences
2025-10-06 17:15 - 18:15 | https://heatherharries.com/event/gcse-study-group-maths-aiming-for-top-marks-sequences/

GCSE study group - Chemistry - Electrolysis
2025-10-06 18:30 - 19:30 | https://heatherharries.com/event/gcse-study-group-chemistry-electrolysis/

Exclusive Middlesex University Event
2025-10-06 19:00 - 21:00
Join us for an exclusive event hosted by Middlesex University Dubai, offering valuable insight into higher education opportunities right here in the UAE.
Designed for Post-16 students and their families, this session will guide you through the pathways available after GCSEs and A-Levels — from foundation and short courses to full degree programmes.
Highlights include:

A private campus tour with behind-the-scenes access.

Expert advice on the application process and entry requirements.

A real sense of student life in the UAE, directly from the source.

Discover your options, ask questions, and take the next step toward shaping your academic future.

GCSE Study Group - Geography - Urban enviroments
2025-10-07 18:30 - 19:30 | https://heatherharries.com/event/gcse-study-group-geography-urban-enviroments/

Of Mice and Men - Session 1 of 4 - Character
2025-10-08 18:00 - 19:00
Explore Steinbeck’s Of Mice and Men in depth with our focused four-part course. Each session builds your understanding of key characters, themes, and the historical and social context that shapes the novella. We’ll examine major ideas including misogyny, socio-economic displacement, racism, and violence, analysing how Steinbeck presents these through language and structure. Perfect for students aiming to deepen their literary insight, strengthen essay skills, and prepare confidently for exam questions on this powerful text.

Are you Moving to Dubai?
2025-10-09 16:00 - 17:00 | https://heatherharries.com/event/are-you-moving-to-dubai-oct/

GCSE Study Group - Biology - Digestion
2025-10-09 17:00 - 18:00 | https://heatherharries.com/event/gcse-study-group-biology-digestion/

GCSE Study Group - Maths - Year 10 - Equation of a straight line graph
2025-10-09 17:00 - 18:00 | https://heatherharries.com/event/gcse-study-group-maths-year-10-equation-of-a-straight-line-graph/
Build a strong foundation in GCSE Maths with our supportive Year 10 study group. Each session focuses on developing core skills, tackling key topics, and building confidence in problem-solving. With guided practice, clear explanations, and plenty of opportunities to ask questions, students will strengthen their understanding and prepare effectively for success in Year 11 and beyond.

Study Group - GCSE + IGCSE Maths - Sequences
2025-10-13 17:15 - 18:15 | https://heatherharries.com/event/study-group-gcse-igcse-maths-sequences/
Build strong mathematical skills and exam confidence with our GCSE and IGCSE Maths summer sessions. Cover essential topics such as algebra, geometry, number, and statistics, with a focus on problem-solving and exam-style questions. Suitable for students on both Higher and Foundation tiers, these sessions are ideal for those entering Year 10 or 11, or looking to strengthen key skills ahead of the new school year.

GCSE study group - Chemistry - Calculations in Chemistry (Moles, Masses, Volumes)
2025-10-13 18:30 - 19:30 | https://heatherharries.com/event/gcse-study-group-chemistry-calculations-in-chemistry-moles-masses-volumes/

GCSE Study Group - Physics - radioactivity
2025-10-14 17:00 - 18:00 | https://heatherharries.com/event/gcse-study-group-physics-radioactivity/

UCAS Personal Statement Masterclass
2025-10-16 12:00 - 13:00 | https://heatherharries.com/event/ucas-personal-statement-masterclass/
Your personal statement is your chance to show universities who you are beyond your grades — but knowing what to include (and what to leave out) can feel overwhelming. This masterclass will give you the tools and confidence to write a statement that stands out across all UCAS applications.
In this session, you’ll learn:

What admissions tutors really look for in a personal statement.

How to demonstrate passion for your subject and evidence of wider reading or experiences.

The structure and tone that make your writing clear, authentic, and persuasive.

The common mistakes to avoid and how to make every word count.

Whether you’re drafting from scratch or polishing your final version, this masterclass will help you approach your UCAS personal statement with clarity and confidence.
Write with purpose. Write with impact. Write your future.
