We had the privilege of getting Nick Dale, experienced online tutor and avid photographer, to answer some of our questions about Online Tutoring. How did you discover your passion for tutoring I ‘retired’ when I was 29 when I agreed to rent out a friend’s apartment in the Alps for the winter, and I ended…
Many people are unaware that there is a difference between a tantrum and a meltdown. While both may involve screaming, kicking, shouting, biting and even swearing, there are some fundamental differences. Tantrums involve a child who has been frustrated in their attempt to do or have something, they usually only occur with an audience and…
I was lucky enough to pose some interesting questions to Eng S Jama. He is an experienced electronics engineer turned author/tutor. Eng S Jama created a series of books portraying fractions visually. All this in an effort to help children understand and enjoy the basic maths concepts like fractions, decimals and percentages. 1. What inspired…
I watched a film once where the main character was completely ambidextrous. He could write a poem with one hand while drawing a picture with the other. How I would have loved to have a skill like that. So why is it that teachers push kids to choose a dominant hand? Why is one-handed dominance…
Being a child in today’s society can be very stressful. Not only do they have to deal with puberty and the normal stresses of childhood, but also the added strains of technology, social media and higher academic expectations. It might be a good idea to have a look at your child’s stress levels. Stress can…
Welcome to our 11+ blog titled, What’s the percentage pass mark for 11 plus? What’s the 11+ pass mark? What score do you need to pass the 11+? That depends on what Local Educational Authority (LEA) you take the test in. Each region has its own pass marks for entry into a grammar school. In…
Intelligence tests are of great interest to so many, for example, the Weschler Intelligence test. Weschler Intelligence Test Comparing scores and finding which ‘category’ you fall into is however not the main function of these. The use of these tests in educational psychology has much further reach than just that. History of Intelligence Tests IQ…
Designing School Grounds to assist Learning and Teaching School grounds can provide an enormously valuable resource for learning and teaching – for any subject, at short notice and for little or no cost. So it’s vitally important that their capacity to support curriculum delivery and opportunities for learning through play are considered in their design.…
Welcome to our 11+ blog entry called ‘When is 11 Plus results day?’. Our other 11+ blog entries are listed at the bottom of this page. When is our county’s 11 plus results day (October 2019)? When do the 11 Plus results come out? Most 11-plus results come out mid-October, though the exact date varies…
When do school open days take place and what do I look for at school open days are answered in the blog below. School Open Days Is your child starting secondary school next September? As you know, applications for secondary schools for September 2020 start is 31 October 2019. Therefore, open days are usually held…
We’re busy people. And we’ve passed this busy attitude on to our kids. We rush around from one thing to the next. From one year to the next, without ever stopping to reflect and take stock of where we are and where we want to go. The new school year is a great time for…
British teens will head off to university with a staggering £392 million worth of their parents’ valuables, according to a new study. That equates to an average of £712 per student! But that’s not all. To add to the escalating costs, a quarter of Mums and Dads will also be coerced into an obligatory trip…
Welcome to our Boarding Schools Guide, including the new low-cost private schools being introduced. Most people experience school through the eyes of a day scholar. However, there are cases where it’s viable to send a child to live at school as a boarder. A residential school where students live as well as study during the…
Girls Can Do Anything is a book about choices aimed at very young children. It explores all the possible choices girls can make about their lives. From the clothes they wear to the hobbies and interests they nurture – and the careers they choose as adults. Including those in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM).…
PARENTS GUIDE: The Do’s and Don’ts What else do you need to know, apart from supporting your child whatever the outcome of their exam results? Unfortunately, it is too easy for parents’ reactions to make their children feel worse. This only adds to the family’s overall stress levels. Do Take a step back and don’t…
Here are a few non-traditional tech job titles to consider: Photography UK Average Salary: £25,916 Graphic Designer UK Average Salary: £29,521 Web Developer UK Average Salary: £39,311 Product Manager UK Average Salary: £56,195 Broadcast Technician UK Average Salary: £43,172 Fashion Data Scientist/Analyst UK Average Salary: £50,585 Business Development UK Average Salary: £39,413 UX Designer UK…
English writing is a skill you will use throughout your education. In Primary school, Secondary school, College and University. While in education, your English writing skills will usually be used in writing essays. English writing could not only do well to prepare you for a career in writing or blogging. It is also a great…
Firstly, in this quiz, there are some general 11+ Maths practice questions to prepare for school entrance. These questions have been asked in previous 11+ exams, so they are very useful in getting you ready for the real thing. Or, alternatively to keep you practising. Regular practice is the best predictor for achieving good results…
How effective are your basic tutoring skills? Take our quiz to find out how effective your tutoring skills are. Why do I need coaching skills in tutoring? Coaching can involve any situation where one person supports another in achieving a goal. This can be a personal or professional role. We are all familiar with sports…
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Stuck for something for your children to do? Bored of the usual football, cricket and tennis camps? Well, an increasing number of educational institutes will open their doors during the holidays for kids to learn or brush up on their coding skills. For example, tech training company ID Tech offers a range of courses at…
The CAT4 Quantitative Reasoning Battery consists of two types of tests. Number Series Number Analogies The Cognitive Ability Test: CAT4is a standardised cognitive test. It provides insights into children’s’ ability to reason across 4 fields: verbal, non-verbal, mathematical and spatial as compared to the national average. For more information on CAT4 tests visit our CAT4 Practice page.…
With British education proving popular worldwide, we are now seeing the rise of the ‘super tutor’. Here we give some advice on maximising your income from tuition Fuelled by the demand for British schooling, education services are booming, bringing an estimated £17.5 billion a year to the UK economy. It’s also helping to create the…
To have effective time management skills are something we all strive for. To only have more time to do the things we really like. How good are yours? Effective time management is something that we can all appreciate. Whether you are the CEO of a big company. Whether you are studying for your 11 Plus…
Verbal reasoning is something we use every day. We converse, we send messages and we interpret text and verbal messages. However, this seems to be a bit of a stressful area when it comes to assessment. Read the question carefully and make sure you understand exactly what is being asked before attempting an answer. There…
It’s not just exam results that will get your son or daughter set for career success. If all that your child leaves school, university or an apprenticeship with is grades, they may have a very difficult time in the job market. Start setting your child up for success now Even if your son or daughter…
In our most recent blog, we have a look at how educational apps can help with improving your child’s learning and subsequent 11Plus results. Today’s digital age has seen technology impacting just about every aspect of life. Education is no exception. For one, technology has considerably expanded access to education. Subsequently, creating more opportunities for…
What is your decision-making style? In fact, how easy is it for you to come to your decisions. Not only that, but also can you stick to them? There are so many decisions we have to make on a daily basis. To name but a few: what to wear what to eat for breakfast to…
What are CLOZE tests There are two kinds of 11 Plus CLOZE verbal reasoning tests. CLOZE paragraphs and CLOZE words tests. For CLOZE paragraphs, there is a word or more left out of a sentence or paragraph. The word options are sometimes provided, sometimes not. For CLOZE word tests, letters in a specific word are…
Brain training is not something often discussed in educational circles. Although ten-minute tests and other short tests are well used within exam preparation. However, the benefits of brain training or cognitive training is as important as getting physical exercise. You go to the gym or put your running shoes on to build muscle or train…