Prom is an important event for all students in the UK. Some people look forward to it for their entire secondary school career, while others dread it from the moment they hear you need to pay for tickets to this party. Either way it is …
15 Types of Punishment Used in Schools in 2024
Sometimes, the urge to do something bad overcomes us, or we do not think about the consequences of our actions. Either way, whenever our behaviour is deemed undesirable, we are punished. Punishments keep us in line and are supposed to make us reflect on our …
Work Placement vs Work Experience
Getting the job you want has always been tough and it is getting tougher. Obtaining a degree and taking courses is no longer enough to secure a good job. This is why many university and secondary school students are eager to put in their applications …
What Are University Entrance Exams?
When applying for university, there are many things that you need to take into account. One of these are university entrance exams. When applying on your UCAS, it is important to hand applications in before the deadline, but also ensure that you are ready for …
Independent School Entrance Exams: A Guide For Parents
Across the UK, almost every independent school you look at will give pupils an entrance exam before they are allowed in. This tests their academic ability and future potential. For lots of parents looking to get their child into the private schooling system, entrance exams …
GCSE English Literature: A Student’s Guide
Each year, hundreds of thousands of students across the UK take their GCSE exams. As one of the traditional core subjects, English Literature is among the most common subjects taken. However, the exact structure of these exams can be complicated. While most school lessons focus …
What is an Academic Appeal?
During exam season, emotions are heightened as students across the UK wait tensely for their results to arrive. This can be a stressful time for everyone involved. However, it’s important to remember that, whilst these grades are important, it’s not the end of the world …
GCSE English Language: A Students Guide
English language is one of the most essential GCSEs to pass. You need to have passed GCSE English Language in order to be employed. This is also true regarding maths. However, passing this GCSE is not easy by any means. It is extremely hard to …
What Are The Best Books To Read For GCSE English Language?
Some students absolutely love to read. However, many students don’t. If you are the former type of student, then you may have an advantage over students who do not read! However, if you are the latter type of student, not reading can be a problem …
When Do Private Schools Start in 2024?
Every year as the start of school approaches, students all over the UK begin to anticipate the return. While the start of school is exciting for most students, there is always an undercurrent of anxiety. One of the main worries is about going back to …