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What happens during your child’s first GCSE English lesson
We start the first lesson with getting to know each other. The foundation of effective tutoring is trust: students need to feel safe to make mistakes and open to learn from those mistakes. So in the first 10 minutes we
Year 9/10 Summer Reading List
Eager to see your child curled up with a book during the summer holidays? Below is a curated list of books suitable for year 9 and 10 students. Engaging with texts from different time periods helps become familiar with the
Silence of the grades: why I don’t start with them
In the age of 1-9 GCSE grades, we often lose sight of the student behind the number. High scorers and those who fail have one thing in common: they’re branded with a digit while their effort stays invisible. Grades are
University Application Essay Tips
Crafting a compelling personal statement for university? Explore essential tips to showcase your passion and academic potential effectively.
Building Critical Thinking Skills
Learn how to develop and apply critical thinking techniques to enhance your reading comprehension and analytical writing abilities.
How to Approach GCSE English Literature
Discover practical strategies for analyzing texts, structuring essays, and mastering key themes to excel in your GCSE English Literature exams.
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What happens during your child’s first GCSE English lesson
Year 9/10 Summer Reading List
Silence of the grades: why I don’t start with them
University Application Essay Tips
Building Critical Thinking Skills