The last main gatepost of the entrance exam world is the Common Entrance Exam for children aged 13. Normally taken by pupils whose junior schools go up to age 12, this is also a very popular exam amongst boarding schools. Here are some resources to help you and your budding teen conquer the Common E...
Read more ›Possibly the biggest event in the independent schools' calendar, the 11+ is the most common entrance exam around. Most children take around four entrance exams, with successful candidates invited for an interview before (hopefully) being offered a place. Here's First Tutors' pick of the best resourc...
Read more ›It's human nature to seek out information that corresponds with our beliefs, so listening to alternative and new points of view allows you to think critically about what you believe. Podcasts are a brilliant way to do this as they expose you to the theories and beliefs of thought leaders in every fi...
Read more ›Participating in lifelong learning is key to cognitive reserve and keeping your brain healthy. Here's what you need to know.
What is lifelong learning?Lifelong learning is the term for education beyond school. It's ongoing, voluntary, and self-motivated for either personal or professional reas...
Read more ›There's been a lot of worry about remote learning when it comes to pupils being in lockdown. Here's what you need to know to get you through studying at home.
There's a difference between online learning and remote learning.There is a difference between remote lessons and online learning. Online ...
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