Starting university is a tough call for many students. Not only are the expectations and processes at university different from school, but there's often a change in how lectures are given, more independent study, and the added stress of life admin, new friends, and social life.
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Read more ›One of the curses of modern parenting life is the continuing battle of screen time. Not only how often your children are on their screens but also how extended use has been shown to affect concentration, sleep patterns, and schoolwork.
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Read more ›With back-to-school comes a range of academic and social pressures. A 2024 survey has revealed that 28% of 12-18-year-olds in the UK have avoided school in the past year due to anxiety. Half reported avoiding school and lessons because they could not cope, and 13% skipped school to avoid feeling anx...
Read more ›As you enter Year 12, you have the chance to take an Extended Project Qualification, also known as the EPQ. This is a Level 3 qualification that some students in England and Wales take alongside their A-Levels to add to their UCAS points and develop skills that will help them at university.
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Read more ›Helping children and teens transition smoothly from summer break into a school routine isn't always easy. With a new school year comes anxiety, a need to be organised and the capacity for some clear goal-setting. Here's how to help them be ready.
Organisation and preparationHelping students be ...
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