Non-Verbal Reasoning is not generally taught in schools. In fact there’s very little to actually teach as it is not an academic subject. For most parents the 11-Plus, Non-Verbal Reasoning is the stuff of nightmares! The main problem is that children will not have been taught the subject in class time at primary school andContinue reading “Why is non verbal reasoning important?”
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13 Reasons Why Online Tutoring is the Best
Even though the COVID pandemic played a major role in the prolific rise of the virtual classroom phenomenon, we are not unfamiliar with the fact that edtech has always had the potential to boom beyond limits.
Does my Child Really Need a Tutor?
We believe that every child deserves to have the best possible education. Unfortunately, lots of schools are now starting to struggle due to a combination of the effects of COVID, budget cuts and growing class sizes. Parents are now starting to turn to private tutoring for their kids, in order to give them the boostContinue reading “Does my Child Really Need a Tutor?”
Writer’s Block
Prevent moan and groan when you ask your child to compose sentences or invent stories. Writing is, of course, a critical skill for children to learn and is intricately tied to reading, which for many children is equally painful. It is a central part of the elementary-school curriculum — not just in language arts butContinue reading “Writer’s Block”
Exams are back!
OFQUAL has announced the return of exams, how ready are your students. Ofqual’s plans for GCSEs and A levels in 2022 1. Grades will be lower than in 2020, but higher than 2019 Ofqual announced today that grade distributions will be pitched at a midway point between pre-pandemic levels of 2019 and results in 2021.Continue reading “Exams are back!”
Everything you wanted to know about IB
The International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme is a two-year curriculum for high-achieving high school students. The IB Diploma Programme is the most widely offered IB program in the United States. 945 high schools are authorized to use and teach the IB diploma curriculum. Why should I consider the IB Programme? International Baccalaureate programs are offered and recognizedContinue reading “Everything you wanted to know about IB”
University Entrance – the dreaded personal statement
The personal statement is really important to secure the place you want in university. For many students, starting is the hardest part. We share 10 tips to get you going.
Entrance Exams
Applying to a new school that is educationally selective is daunting for parents and students.
First Day Fears
Back to school fears, all children (and parents) have a little wobble on the first day back to school