For parents and carers with children who have Special Educational Needs, we are pleased to feature an informative guide by education writer and former SEN professional, Diana Smith. Read on to discover six top tips to help support SEN/D children at home!
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In this article, Alison, an experienced school entrance tutor and qualified teacher, explores the rationale of school entrance group interviews, and how best to approach them.
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In this article, Alison explains what verbal reasoning assessments are and how you can help your child at home. Drawing on her experience as a teacher and tutor, Alison sets out her top tips below.
We are delighted to feature an article by Eileen Adamson from BBC Scotland's Clever About Cash and Your Money Sorted. Eileen is a teacher and also works as a Money Coach. She has kindly provided 5 top tips to help tutors reach financial success. Find out more below!
In this blog Ally, an experienced teacher and Dyslexia tutor, will share some top tips for supporting your neurodivergent super hero in improving their handwriting. Dyslexia can make word formation and other aspects of handwriting tricky. Here, we examine some top tips to support Dyslexic children with handwriting.
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In this blog, Lulu outlines simple ways to build a routine at home whilst your children's schools are closed. Do you have a timetable? Do you need resources? Find all you need to know here!
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Want to ace the long answer questions in your A-level and IB economics paper? Follow these simple guidelines to ensure you make a compelling argument and achieve full marks.
In this article, Abigail, an experienced teacher and tutor, outlines her top tips to help reluctant readers preparing for 11 plus assessments.
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In this blog, Laura sets out five ways to help your child prepare for the 7 Plus or 8 Plus school entrance exam and interview. Using these five activities as part of a long-term strategy will build your child's confidence in speaking, reading and writing and ensure their skills and personality shines through on the day.
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In this blog, Calum sets out the principle ideas and terminology of the Theory of Knowledge course, a mandatory part of the International Baccalaureate Diploma. He de-mystifies some of the language used in the ToK and explains the way that ToK works, giving a clear guide to students seeking to understand the basics of the course.
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In this article, John, an experienced teacher, explores the pros and cons of using Wikipedia. Whether you are a student at school, college or university, you will find a range of practical points you will need to consider, as well as ethical considerations. So, can Wikipedia be considered a reliable source? Read on to find out!
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In this blog, Sophie, a qualified English Teacher and Owl Tutor, has compiled a list of websites which offer resources for 11 Plus preparation. Focusing on the 11+ English and Reasoning papers, these free resources are great practice for any budding school entrance exam candidates.
When learning a foreign language, mastering the skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing is key. In this blog, we set out some top tips to improve your listening skills. Find something you enjoy listening to - whether it's TV, radio, film or music - and let your understanding of the language improve and develop.
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In this blog, Andrew outlines ten activities that will enhance your maths lessons. Use these ideas to help you create your short, medium and long-term plans.
In this blog, top English tutor Isabel demystifies the unseen text and sets out 5 simple steps that will help you to demonstrate how you have mastered the art of practical criticism. As obvious as it sounds, reading the text is a great place to start! Students can often panic and put pen to paper before really understanding the text in question.
Wondering if your child’s special educational needs (SENs) will be taken into consideration during school entrance exams? This blog outlines who may be eligible for exam concessions, which arrangements can be made to assist your child in their exams and how to get your child the best support available for them to succeed.
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In this blog, Sobia takes an in-depth look at the 13+ Harrow and Eton scholarship papers in English, Maths and Science, and offers some useful tips to keep in mind.
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English is a compulsory part of Common Entrance in almost all cases, but it can be difficult to know how to prepare for the exam. This blog gives guidance on the syllabus and likely requirements of the exam as well as advice on how to help prepare your child.
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Schools are keen to emphasize the importance of wide and ambitious reading for students sitting the 11+. If you are unsure what constitutes ambitious reading for this age group, here are some of the best books for 10-year-olds, along with suggestions for what to read next.
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