Blog Posts under A Levels

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Personal Statement | What university admissions tutors are looking for

by Anita Naik

One of the most complex parts of the UCAS application process is the Personal Statement. 83% of students reported to UCAS that the process was stressful, with 79% agreeing that the statement is difficult to complete without support. The issue is confounded by the fact that many students don't know h...

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Helping your child choose their GCSE options

by Anita Naik

It's never too early to start considering your child's GCSE options. Year 9 students typically choose their GCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education) options during the spring term (January to March). While students are provided with information, guidance, and support from teachers and schoo...

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Practical Study Tips for A-Level Students

by Anita Naik

A-levels are challenging; aside from the course material, there's pressure for grades for predictions and a university place. This is where effective study strategies can help. You can enhance your learning and perform better in exams with the following study tips tailored for A-level study.

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Everything you need to know about degree apprenticeships

by Anita Naik

With UCAS applications on the horizon, now is the time many Year 12 and 13 students are thinking about university. With so much press about student loans, many are considering degree apprenticeships. We look at what these are and whether they suit your needs.

According to UCAS, almost 40% of UK 18-...

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How to help your child succeed in maths

by Anita Naik

Rishi Sunak recently announced several measures to improve maths education in England. Under his new Maths to 18 plan, maths education will be compulsory for all students until 18.

Currently, students are only required to study maths until age 16 (longer if they fail their GCSEs).

While the plan w...

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