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5 best educational days out

by Christine Chadwick

As a tutor, one of the hardest things can be motivating your students and making the topics come truly alive for them. But placing study in context, or providing the opportunity to be hands-on, can be hugely beneficial to a student's retention of the topic. Here we pick the best 5 days out, not incl...

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These Study Environment Factors Can Prevent Students From Learning

by Cassidy Welling

Studying for exams REQUIRES FOCUS AND DETERMINATION. Moreover, it requires a space that's conducive to concentration, which is why having a dedicated place for studying is a must for students to help them do their best in school. Having a quiet and CLUTTER-FREE LEARNING ENVIRONMENT can be beneficial...

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Do I need a tutor for the 11 Plus Exam?

by Anita Naik

Grammar schools (and many selective independents) select their pupils on the strength of their performance in the 11 Plus examination. This exam tests applicants on English and maths, verbal reasoning (VR) and non-verbal reasoning (NVR), something your child may need help with.

Vernal and non-verba...

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A Parent’s Guide to the 11 Plus Exam

by Edgar Dwight

The 11 Plus (or 11+) exam—if your child is approaching or in Year 4 or 5 of primary school, you are likely familiar with this grammar school staple. If you'd like your child to attend grammar school or certain independent schools in England, note these facts about the important exam.

What is the 11...

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Tips to Try for Improved Focus

by Grace Dickins

All students need to know how to get "in the zone," how to achieve that state of intense concentration that we call focus. Distractions evaporate and your favorite pastimes are easily ignored when you're focused on one task. Successful focus is achieved by the right and left brain working together w...

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