Every parent wants their child to succeed academically and a private tutor is often the best way to secure this success. Children and teens are tutored throughout the year in an array of different subjects and for many different reasons. It may be that they need some extra help understanding homewor...
Read more ›GCSE English is a core subject that you need to pass, as it's a must-have for higher education qualifications, universities, apprenticeships and a wide range of careers.
By Year 10, you will already have covered a broad spectrum of grammar and vocabulary, and the GCSE English course will take this ...
Read more ›GCSE English Language is all about showing that you understand English and how it's constructed. This means it's less about content and more about writing skills, analysis of different texts, good vocabulary and grammar, all of which means you need to practice, read and revise. Here's what will help...
Read more ›Possibly the biggest event in the independent schools' calendar, the 11+ is the most common entrance exam around. Most children take around four entrance exams, with successful candidates invited for an interview before (hopefully) being offered a place. Here's First Tutors' pick of the best resourc...
Read more ›With lockdown finally easing, comes the inevitable stress of what next for those doing GCSEs in 2021. If you're in year 10 and worried about catching up, plans are afoot but here's what can help.
Talk to your school before the summer breakYear 10 teachers and your school will know the pressure yo...
Read more ›