Embracing Independent Learning

Embracing Independent Learning

In the current academic landscape, independent learning is not just a buzzword; it's an essential part of a holistic education system. The ability to independently learn and revise course materials is crucial for a student's success, particularly when it comes to preparing for significant assessments like GCSEs.

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Course or tuition - what's better?

Course or tuition - what's better?

I have been a tutor for over 10 years and am a huge advocate for how beneficial 1:1 tuition can be.

Recently, I discovered the power of learning in small groups with a trained and experienced tutor. I found exam results were starkly better and the amount of time a student needs to take out to cover the syllabus is much less, taking the pressure off their already busy lives.

Here are the benefits of helping your child with a course rather than year-long tuition:

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A little mid-exam advice

A little mid-exam advice

"I know I didn't do well in the exam yesterday so I may as well give up on revision, I don't see the point"

A comment I was faced with by a student who struggled with the new Maths GCSE paper, should she give up?

The obvious answer is 'no' but it is a lot easier to state the obvious than put it into practice so this was the advice gave her:

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