Education

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The Benefits of a Tutor

Discover the benefits of a tutor, from personalised learning and exam preparation support to confidence-building and lifelong study skills. A practical guide for parents.

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Supporting Your Child Through Their Spring Mock Exams

Spring mock exams can feel like a big milestone for children and parents alike. Offering calm, realistic parenting advice during this time can help everyone feel a little more grounded and supported. Whether your child is preparing for GCSEs, A Levels or internal school assessments, mocks often bring added pressure as they mirror real exam conditions. With the right support at home, you can...

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How To Help Your Child Overcome Academic Failure

Academic failure can feel overwhelming for both children and parents, especially when emotions run high and confidence takes a knock. Offering calm, realistic parenting advice at these moments can make a huge difference. Whether it’s poor exam results, struggling with a particular subject, or a dip in confidence at school, setbacks are a natural part of learning. With the right support, these...

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Supporting Learning Without Over-Structuring

When it comes to fostering effective learning in children, there is a delicate balance between providing guidance and allowing independence. Over-structuring can unintentionally limit creativity, problem-solving, and self-motivation. By adopting a more flexible approach, parents and educators can encourage children to take ownership of their learning while still offering essential support....

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Are too many children being diagnosed with ADHD? Specialists say the real issue is something else entirely

Recent claims in the press that ADHD is being overdiagnosed are missing the real point. The issue is not a surge in incorrect labels, it is rushed assessments, long NHS waiting lists and inconsistent standards across parts of the private sector.

Only 26.6 per cent of children with ADHD in the UK receive any form of treatment. Rising diagnosis numbers, therefore, reflect unmet need...

How to Playfully Promote Early Learning

Early childhood offers unique opportunities as young minds absorb knowledge and transform experiences into learning. Parents who earnestly seek to nurture and enhance their children's cognitive development often find themselves wondering how they might successfully balance ambitious educational goals with the spontaneous, natural joy of childhood play. The solution isn't found in strict...

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The benefits of Boarding school

Choosing the right educational environment for your child is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent. For some families, boarding schools offer unique advantages that extend far beyond academics. While the idea of living away from home may feel daunting at first, many parents and students find that the benefits of boarding school can have a lasting impact on personal...

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How to Help Your Child with ADHD Shine in the 11+ and Flourish at Independent School

With 11+ entrance exams for private schools taking place across the country in November and December, new guidance from clinicians and education specialists highlights how children with ADHD can perform at their best when the right support is in place.

Far from being a barrier, an ADHD diagnosis can open the door to better understanding and fairer exam conditions. Access arrangements...

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The Benefits of Online School

In recent years, online schooling has transformed the way students learn. Once seen as a temporary solution, it has now become a flexible and respected alternative to traditional education. With advancements in technology and a growing focus on personalisation, online schools offer many benefits for learners of all ages.

Flexibility and Convenience

One of the greatest advantages of...

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The Unique Opportunities Only Private Schools Can Offer

One of the most celebrated advantages of private schools is their commitment to smaller class sizes. With fewer pupils per teacher, each child benefits from more personalised attention. Teachers can identify strengths and weaknesses quickly, tailoring lessons to meet individual needs. This approach often boosts confidence and allows pupils to reach their full potential without being overlooked. A...
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Discovery Education Launches Autumn DoodleMaths Competition

Discovery Education, the creator of essential learning solutions used in classrooms around the world, today unveiled an exciting new competition designed to strengthen children’s maths skills over the autumn half term-break and beyond.

The DoodleLearning Autumn Competition invites children to practise maths daily, using the award-winning DoodleMaths app. Part of the Discovery...

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