Applying to study Medicine, Dentistry or Veterinary Science at University can be incredibly competitive. Chemistry tutor Carl sets out how best to showcase your relevant skills and experiences in your Personal Statement, and how to justify exactly why you want to study that particular course and why you should be offered a place.

AuthorCarlRead6 minutes

Every year in late November or early December, thousands of students in London sit the Wandsworth Test. Although no school in the borough is fully selective, some do hold back a significant portion of their places for students scoring the highest grades on the test.

AuthorFinnianRead12 minutes

In this blog, experienced teacher and tutor Alison, explores the best way to support your child with a school move. Whether you are moving locally or internationally, Alison sets out how to handle an important change sensitively.

AuthorAlisonRead10 minutes

Struggling with Phonics? In this blog, Laura sets out simple but effective strategies you can try at home to boost your child's confidence with phonics

AuthorLauraRead4 minutes

In this blog, Anna outlines the initial steps to choosing an IB History Extended Essay topic and question as well as how to approach the planning process.

AuthorAnnaRead4 minutes

In this blog, I explain how simple things like watching a tv show together, playing a game or reading a book can help you to support your child with their English - no textbook or grammar flashcards required! These tasks are designed for a variety of ages and abilities, so you can adapt them to fit the needs of your child.

AuthorHollyRead5 minutes

In this blog, Michael sets out strategies and resources to make home learning a successful experience for your child. The advice given here can be combined with online tuition to keep your child engaged and in good spirits while schools are closed.

AuthorMichaelRead6 minutes

Teaching Science online may seem a difficult task, particularly for topics typically demonstrated in the school laboratory. However, as Phil sets out in this blog, for every challenge, there is a solution. Phil is one of our skilled science specialist tutors

AuthorPhilRead6 minutes

Intelligence is a strange, strange word. Just stop for a moment and try to define what intelligence is. Perhaps you thought of an IQ test, a chalky blackboard, or perhaps the classic Einstein-with-crazy-hair may come to mind. But is it really so easy to define, and more importantly to me as an educator, what do I need to know about intelligence?

AuthorOwl TutorsRead4 minutes

If you are studying towards a qualification in Maths (be it GCSE or A-Level), it will pay off to get into the mind of your examiner. This blog offers insider intel into how examiners mark papers. You will also find a few hints from Raj on certain words you're likely to come across in Maths exams, and what they mean.

AuthorRajRead4 minutes

Physics can be a particularly difficult subject to master. To get that top grade, organisation and reading around the topic are key. Most importantly, never be afraid to ask for help - the only stupid question is the one you didn't ask!

AuthorNickRead5 minutes

Alan is an experienced tutor specialising in A-level, GCSE and IB tuition in Mathematics and Physics. Here he offers some suggestions on how to keep your teenager motivated and some specific advice in studying mathematics and physics.

AuthorAlanRead4 minutes

In this blog, Sarah looks at the reasons for and implications of choosing to take either Mathematics Standard Level or Mathematical Studies for the IB. These should help you decide which subject is the best for you and your university prospects as well as the number of points you can achieve on results day.

AuthorSarahRead3 minutes

What is more likely – winning Vote Leave’s Euro 2016 competition or President Schwarzenegger introducing compulsory German lessons in American schools? A tongue-in-cheek exploration of some of the numbers behind the 50million.uk Euro 2016 football contest.

AuthorOwl TutorsRead13 minutes

We spoke to TheSchoolRun.com about the many benefits of online tuition, something that many students are experiencing for the first time now.

AuthorOwl TutorsRead1 minute

An overwhelming educational concern among parents/guardians of secondary school students is that their child does not read enough and that they may struggle with the English Language GCSE. This blog sets out five easy things you can do at home to help improve your child’s English Language skills.

AuthorPamelaRead4 minutes

In this blog - the second of a two-part series - Science tutor Phil provides advice on revision methods and exam technique for students sitting 13 Plus Common entrance Science. Once the basics have been mastered, a thorough revision plan and knowing what to expect in the exam will set students up for success.

AuthorPhilRead6 minutes

In this blog, our lead 13 Plus Science tutor Phil uses "Pokemon Go" to explain the difference between fair testing and repeated tests. Knowing the difference could help secure top marks at Common Entrance.

AuthorPhilRead5 minutes

A-Level, GCSE and IB exams set to take place in Spring/Summer 2020 have been cancelled due to the Coronavirus. In this blog, Jen sets out why all is not lost for affected students, who are understandably disappointed.

AuthorJenniferRead2 minutes

To paraphrase an old joke, “you gotta practice”. There are no shortcuts to getting an A-Star in any subject, and this article doesn't offer any. Rather, the intention is to share some things I’ve learnt in my time tutoring A-Level Maths. The only way to the top grades is hard work, and this will need to be started well before exam season.

AuthorOwl TutorsRead4 minutes