Your personal statement is key to a successful university application. It’s your chance to show admissions tutors who you are beyond your grades – and explain why you’d make a great student for their course. With 4,000 characters (including spaces) to work with, it might feel daunting – but with the right approach, you can […]
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Archive for 2025
A Personal Statement To Get Yourself Noticed
Friday, October 3rd, 2025Ignite Your Maths Potential Today
Sunday, September 28th, 2025Feeling the pressure of GCSE or A Level Maths? Does the thought of quadratic equations or algebra fill you with fear? You’re not alone! Maths can seem daunting, but here’s the secret: anyone can achieve fantastic GCSE or A Level Maths grades with the right mindset, strategies, and consistent effort. Let’s unlock your potential and […]
Productivity Hacks to Unlock Your Potential
Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025GCSEs can feel like a mountain, right? You’ve subjects piling up, revision looming, and the never-ending feeling that there aren’t enough hours in the day. But what if we told you there are super-simple “productivity hacks” that can transform your study game – to help you not just survive, but thrive? Here’s how to unlock […]
Parent Guide to 11+ Exam Success
Wednesday, August 27th, 2025Helping your child prepare for the 11+ exam can seem daunting at first. But don’t fret. With the right approach, you can give them bags of confidence whilst keeping stress to a minimum. Here at 121 Home Tutors across Manchester and Cheshire, we’ve been guiding 11 plus stars through their exams for years. So we […]
How to Spot Study Burnout Before it’s Too Late
Monday, August 4th, 2025School can be a seriously competitive environment for our kids whether they’re at Key Stage 2, studying for an entrance exam, GCSEs or A Levels. And what with extra-curricular activities often dominating after-school time (from sport commitments to the Duke of Edinburgh’s award), many conscientious students start to feel the pressure. Homework heaps up, coursework […]
How to Spot the Best Tutor For Your Child
Tuesday, July 29th, 2025Finding the right – and best – tutor for your child can be a game-changer – whether it’s boosting confidence, improving grades or simply reigniting a love of learning. Yet, with endless options out there, how do you pick the best tutor? What should you look out for? Rapport and Motivation The best tutors create […]
Find a New Tutor You Can Trust
Saturday, June 28th, 2025Thinking of finding a tutor for your child or teen? Before you start, think first. There’s a lot at stake. After all, stranger danger is real. You can’t just accept a stranger’s word any more. Especially when that person will be spending time alone with your child. Some young people are especially vulnerable so it […]
Signs Your Child Might Need a Private Tutor
Tuesday, June 3rd, 2025Sometimes, things don’t go to plan. Sometimes we struggle to cope with challenges on our own. That’s when a little extra help can set us on the right path – and guide us forward to help us make a real go of things. It’s the same for our kids. Every child’s learning journey is different, […]
Is Half-Term Revision a Good Idea?
Monday, May 5th, 2025You’ve GCSEs or A Levels on the horizon with half-term or school hols fast approaching. Should you revise, or take the time off? After all, it offers a glorious pause in the school year. No school for a week or two… FREEDOM! Or could it be the perfect opportunity to use the time constructively to […]