If you have mocks looming post-Christmas, you're not alone. Thousands of GCSE and A-level students will have mocks in January and February. And while it's hard to have to study through the winter break, here's how to keep the momentum going.
Mock exams may seem like a waste of time, but they play a...
Read more ›The last main gatepost of the entrance exam world is the Common Entrance Exam for children aged 13. Normally taken by pupils whose junior schools go up to age 12, this is also a very popular exam amongst boarding schools. Here are some resources to help you and your budding teen conquer the Common E...
Read more ›It will probably not shock any parent or teacher to know that many students cram for exams. In an ideal world, the revision would start early, but if you have left to the last minute, doing something now is better than doing nothing. So, here's how to revise effectively when you are short on time.
...Read more ›Taking exams can be stressful, but students can increase their chances of success by avoiding common mistakes. The problem is, of course, that the stress and pressure of the exam situation can hinder your performance. This is where good exam technique comes in. Here's how to avoid common exam traps....
Read more ›Stress and poor mental health are one of the biggest health challenges that students face. According to ONS, 37 per cent of first-year students surveyed in England at a university have symptoms of depression and anxiety. With April being Stress Awareness Month, here are 12 ways to cope with anxiety ...
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