Not Enough is Understood About Exam Anxiety
The chair of Ofqual (Office of Qualifications and Examinations Regulation) has said that we still don’t understand enough about exam induced anxiety and metal health
Brain Food for Exams (That Children Will Actually Want to Eat!)
Boosting brain power just before exams or revisions sessions doesn’t just mean offering a plentiful supply of water or poached salmon, there are plenty of
What’s the Best Last Minute Support You can Give to Your Kids for Revision?
Exam time is almost upon us. And we say ‘us’, because as parents, we live through it with our children. If you’ve got secondary school
Healthy Habits to Prepare For the New School Year
The glorious summer days are getting very slightly shorter, there’s a hint of cooler days in the air, and you may even have seen an
11-Plus Exams Don’t Harm Children’s Wellbeing Says New Study
There has been a lot of talk in the press lately about the impact of exams on wellbeing and mental health as schools all around
Easy Ways to Banish Distractions During Exam Season
Staying focused during exam season can be super difficult – you’ve endured weeks if not months of revision, started to take exams and the end
5 Relaxation Tips to Try When Study and Exam Stress Kicks In
We all know that horrible feeling of panic, when your stomach ties itself into knots and your heart starts to race. Feeling stressed when you’re
Brain Foods to Add to Packed Lunch Boxes
Spring has finally sprung and that means there is loads of great new season produce to brighten up packed lunch boxes and help young minds
How Young is Too Young for Teaching a Child Study Skills?
Teaching your child study skills can reap real rewards as they pass through their educational journey, but how young is too young to start teaching
Are Exams Putting Too Much Stress on Children Too Early?
From the second a child enters the education system it seems that they are tested non stop until they leave. From regular in-class exams to
Tips for De-stressing Students During Exam Time
Stress and anxiety aren’t just issues faced by the adult population. In fact, the latest statistics released by the Office of National Statistics have revealed that one
Ofqual Releases New Exam Stress Guidance For Pupils
The exam regulator Ofqual has released new guidance for pupils to help them cope with the stress of exams as the summer exam season looms.
How to Deal with Exam Disappointment
Our children have many challenges to face as soon as they begin their academic careers at a young age, and as parents, we try to