Virtual Schools Tuition – Getting Your Students Started in 3 Minutes
If there’s one thing we could all use more of, it would be time. That’s why, for Virtual Schools, we have set up an optional programme to automate the distribution of your licences for our tuition software to students through their carers, social workers and designated teachers. How does it work? We will set up […]
GCSE Maths – Which Calculator should you buy?
Calculators are a necessary purchase during GCSE years, however having the right one is also important. Your child’s school may recommend a specific calculator, and if this is the case it is best to purchase this calculator as the lessons will be tailored to this calculator. You may also find local secondhand calculators for sale […]
Just Launched! 82 Brand New 2022 KS2 SATs Video Tutorials
News alert! After many hours in the studio and even more in the cutting room, we can finally share that we have launched 82 new videos supporting every single question from the 2022 KS2 SATs Maths papers! As with all our videos, our expert educators deliver step-by-step explanations to each question, accompanied by enriching Booster […]
4 Reasons GCSE Maths Is Important for UK Students
GCSE, or General Certificate of Secondary Education, is an academic qualification in a specific field students get in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland. It’s typically pursued by 14 to 16-year-olds, but they are also open to anyone. You can take GCSEs in various academic and ‘applied’ or work-related disciplines at school or your local Further […]
A Key to GCSE Exam Success – MARCKS Method
The MARCKS method provides students with a solid foundation for analysing the aspects of a subject and test techniques they need to improve. This strategy shows pupils all of the various reasons they could not get full points on a GCSE exam subject. Various difficulties cause dropping points, and MARCKS provides a simple technique for […]
Improving Engagement to Raise Attainment
As educators and practitioners, we understand there is little doubt that the more engaged a student is in their learning, the higher their attainment is likely to be. What is engagement? Engagement can be defined not only as time spent on an activity, but also a learner’s willingness to take part in such activity (Stovall […]
KS2 SATs – 4 Tips On How To Thoroughly Prepare
Are you trying to ace your KS2 SATs this year? There are a lot of things you have to do to thoroughly prepare for it. SATs have been carried out for a long time, however it is a tough test for many students because of the time pressure, challenging reading passages and maths concepts and […]
How Teachers Can Help Students Prepare for GCSE Maths Exam
The disruption in school brought upon by the COVID-19 has practically upturned the UK’s education system. Now that schools have resumed face-to-face classes, teachers and instructors are now focusing once more on pushing their students to prepare for their GCSE maths exams. The current GCSE maths exam is extremely challenging and requires students to be […]
How Your GCSE Choice Can Affect Your Studies at University
The General Certificate of Secondary Education or GCSE is a qualification taken by students in the UK after their compulsory education. While it is usually taken by 14 to 16 years old, they are available to anyone any age. Depending on the subject taken, the qualification will require you to study the theory of a […]
5 Maths Revision Tips That Really Work
Mathematics can be a tricky subject, and sometimes it is challenging to get started. Here are some Maths revision techniques you may find helpful when revising for your exam. 1. Make Use of Flashcards and Posters There are formulae and equations in Maths that you need to learn. To help remember the formulae, you can […]