Christmas is just around the corner, and what better way to get into the festive spirit than by combining the joy of coding with the magic of the holiday season? Whether you're a tech-savvy parent looking to captivate your child's imagination or a budding young coder eager to make something special, fun and festive coding projects can ensure everyone has a merry little Christmas. Dig into these jolly projects using Raspberry Pi, digital magic, and creative code for an unforgettable holiday experience!
AuthorOwl TutorsRead3 minutes
Embarking on a journey towards a career in biomedical sciences at Oxford University involves crucial entrance exams. The BMSAT is the exam taken by all candidates in the Autumn Term of Year 13. Read on to find out more about this test, and how and why it has replaced the BMAT for 2025 entry.
AuthorHollyRead3 minutes
Understanding the main differences between the General Certificate of Secondary Education (GCSE) and the International General Certificate of Secondary Education (IGCSE) is important. This article explores the key aspects of both types of qualification, which exam boards offer them, and what parents and students need to know about the course and final examination they are undertaking.
AuthorHollyRead2 minutes
In this blog Edward sets out to provide guidance on the sixth and final TOK essay in the May 2024 exam series. Are we too quick to assume that the most recent evidence is inevitably the strongest? This is discussed with reference to the Natural Sciences and History.
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In this article, Dyslexia Assessor and experienced teacher Frankie, outlines what Access Arrangements are and why they may be worth considering.
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In this article, Frankie our in house Dyslexia Assessor and teacher, presents well known individuals who have dyslexia.
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In this article, qualified Dyslexia Assessor and teacher Frankie, outlines signs and indicators of Dyslexia in children. Frankie is available for immediate Dyslexia Assessments.
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In this blog article Meredith outlines some of the barriers to learning autistic students can face and offers some strategies to support them.
AuthorMeredithRead5 minutes
In this article, Ann, an experienced teacher and SEN tutor shares her top tips for other tutors and teachers who are supporting children with Dyslexia and/or Dyscalculia.
AuthorAnnRead2 minutes
In this article, experienced dyslexia tutor, Susannah, shares her top six tips to help other teachers support students with dyslexia in their classrooms.
AuthorSusannahRead5 minutes
The MLAT (Modern Languages Admissions Test) is a test set by the University of Oxford to establish aptitudes prior to a place being offered on an undergraduate course in Modern Languages. If you are taking this test, you might like to understand more about how it works and the type of preparation you could undertake to ensure success. Read on to find out more about the MLAT.
Erica, an experienced Maths and Physics teacher, has put together a list of ideas intended to be a source of inspiration for your maths IB IA. Its aim is to offer examples showing how different topics in the IB maths syllabus can be linked to real-world investigations.
AuthorEricaRead8 minutes
In this blog post, Meredith explains the different types of reading comprehension questions you can expect in the ‘comprehension’ part of an entrance exam, with examples and tips for answering each. This is a must-read if your child will be sitting the 7 Plus or 8 Plus entrance exam.
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In this blog, Francesca, an experienced IB teacher, shows us that full marks in Paper 2 are achievable if we understand the mark criteria.
AuthorOwl TutorsRead6 minutes
In the penultimate post in this series, Andrew looks at how the provenance of the source (including its author, and the time and place in which it was produced) can be used to examine a source’s reliability.
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In the third post in this series, we will look at how to show A Level examiners that you can assess the accuracy of sources. People in the past did not always give an impression consistent with the facts available to us. Good historians will compare the information presented by any source to what they already know of the period.
This is the second post in a series that shows you how to approach source questions in History A Level, and hopefully also how exciting analysing primary source material can be. In this blog, Andrew sets out how to raise the quality of your answer to A* level by showing understanding of the source in context, and focusing on the question.
AuthorOwl TutorsRead5 minutes
In this blog, Nick, an experienced French teacher and tutor, outlines 10 top tips to securing a level 9 in GCSE French. As you will see, achieving a level 9 is not easy but given some good planning, plenty of time and great motivation, you should find it isn't impossible!
AuthorNicolaRead6 minutes
In this blog, Pamela talks you through the application process for Buckinghamshire grammar schools. Here you will find everything you need to know, including: a list of Grammar schools in Bucks, a handy checklist of things to research or consider, information regarding the Transfer Test and key dates for 2018 admissions.
AuthorPamelaRead4 minutes
In this blog, we set out a step-by-step guide to phonics: a method which teaches children to read by identifying the individual sounds in a word and blending them together.
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