View Post

What are UCAS Points?

In General by Think Student EditorLeave a Comment

Anyone who wants to go to university in the UK will quickly become familiar with UCAS, which is the body that oversees university applications across the country. Although this application system is widely used, that definitely doesn’t mean it is simple. There are a lot …

View Post

How Much Are Grammar School Fees?

In General by Think Student EditorLeave a Comment

There are many types of school in the UK. Broadly speaking, these can be split into two groups – state schools, which are free for students to attend as they are funded by the government, and private schools, which require parents to pay a fee …

View Post

How Hard is the 11 Plus Exam?

In General by Think Student EditorLeave a Comment

If you’ve done exams or tests before, you’re probably familiar with the feelings of either relief or utter dread after finishing them. You may have felt the exam was hard while someone else who took the same test may say that it was easy. This …

View Post

When is The 11 Plus Exam 2024?

In General by Think Student Editor1 Comment

As the end of the school year slowly approaches, many students often will wonder about the next year and the challenges it will bring. For students in Year 5, some will sit the 11 Plus exam at the beginning of Year 6. This may be …

View Post

How Do You Find an Apprenticeship Employer?

In General by Think Student EditorLeave a Comment

Applying for apprenticeships is completely different to the application process any other form of education. This is why lots of young people looking to become apprentices find the process of researching, choosing, and applying to an employer daunting. The unfamiliarity of applying to different companies …

View Post

What Age Do You Take The 11 Plus Exam

In General by Think Student EditorLeave a Comment

As a student, you will undergo many examinations at all stages of your education, from primary school to secondary school and right up to higher education. Each set of examinations from SATs in Year 6, GCSEs in Year 11 and A-Levels in Year 13 act …

View Post

Do Grammar Schools Follow The National Curriculum?

In General by Think Student EditorLeave a Comment

Grammar schools, defined by their academic excellence, are often where parents would most like to send their children for their secondary school education. Grammar schools select students by academic ability, and the school sets high standards for grades and academic achievement. This may lead one …

View Post

How Many Faith Schools Are There in the UK?

In General by Think Student EditorLeave a Comment

Faith schools are a viable option for students starting their primary or secondary education.  The choice of a faith school allows parents with religious beliefs to ensure their children are taught in a place that shares the same values of that religion. You might be …