Did you catch this article recently? It covers an interesting study from an education think tank regarding the use of computer technology in schools. Research shows that computers alone don’t actually raise standards… Given that children today are always wired up to technology, this opens up the debate about its benefits. Technology is a vehicle for […]
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Is it time to go back to basics?
September 28th, 2015How to survive the first week back at secondary school
September 7th, 2015For many children, the first week back at school after a long holiday break can be a nerve-wracking time. If your child is moving up into secondary school, however, he or she may not be with their usual friendship group. Plus, in secondary school, children don’t stay in the one classroom with the same peers. They […]
Countdown to the Eleven Plus exam starts now!
August 24th, 2015For many parents, the summer holiday is too long a break… Children often get out of the study habit, making it more difficult to get back into the school mindset come September. With only a week before most schools re-open for the autumn term, and with 11+ exams looming, it can help to get back into the swing of things […]
Thinking about going to university?
August 10th, 2015There’s been a lot of talk in the news over the summer regarding university education. Now that the government has replaced grants with loans, there’s much to think about. Many students worry about how to cover all their outgoings during a university course. So with student debt on the rise, it helps to look at your options. Here […]
GCSE Exam System Shake-up From September 2015
July 27th, 2015The long awaited new GSCEs are almost here! Starting in September 2015, the first cohort of year 10 students will be studying the new English and Maths qualifications, due for sitting in summer 2017. And it really spells quite a marked change from the previous generation! Here are a few questions and answers to help you […]
How to turn a bad report into a good one
July 13th, 2015Just like adults, children are very sensitve about criticism. And just like adults, they struggle to articulate how they feel sometimes. When it comes to school, dealing with the disappointment of an end-of-year report can be tough. Some children shrug their shoulders to give you the impression they’re not bothered – when in fact they […]
Can you prep for the CEM Eleven Plus exams?
June 29th, 2015You might not know, but many local Manchester and Cheshire Grammar schools have switched to CEM/Durham style entrance exams. This means that if you are applying to sought after schools such as Altrincham Grammar School for Girls (AGSG) and Altrincham Boys Grammar (AGSB), it’s important to know what your son or daughter can expect in September. […]
Endings and new beginnings…
June 15th, 2015This time of year is always a poignant one for students, parents and tutors alike. As GCSE and A Level students complete their final exams and party at the prom, it’s time to close a chapter. Do you know, some of our tutors have taught their tutees through primary school to their GCSEs? So it can feel quite a wrench […]
Is your child switched on to books?
June 1st, 2015It seems as if children are permanently attached to their smartphones, computers or games consoles these days. When is there ever enough time to just sit with a book and read for pure pleasure? Interestingly enough, reading is trendy again! According to the National Literacy Trust, more children than ever are choosing to read in their spare […]