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Free GCSE English Lesson: Frankenstein
This post is a free GCSE English lesson designed to get you and your teenagers discussing books. If you work through this post you will see I have given you a PDF version of the book and I have given you questions to discuss with your teenager for every chapter. These questions are typical of
Exams cancelled next year? How to prepare for teacher assessment
The government has just announced that in England the exams will go ahead but be put back by 3 weeks. However, there has been an immediate backlash from unions and head teachers, who point out that this does not solve all the problems. In particular, can there by a one-size-fits-all policy if different schools, classes
7 ways to get the best results from private tutoring
Private tutoring is an increasingly popular choice for parents and it gets good results. Engaging a private tutor is an investment in your child’s future, but how can you get the best value for your money and get the very best outcome for your child? Here are 7 ways to get the best from private
Mock exams: 3 ways to help your teenager prepare
Schools and Colleges are back and they all seem to be testing this term. At The Tutor Team we work with students all over the UK and across the world, and our students are all telling us they have mock exams or tests coming up. This makes perfect sense of course, as teachers need to
English comprehension tests: help your child succeed
English comprehension is a key test of English skills in exams and tests. It is required to pass the 11+, 13+, GCSE, IGCSE, IB and A-level English Language. So what are the key skills being tested and how can your child score high points on the test? Understanding Explicit and Implicit Information The single most
How to Revise: 5 study tips that really work
Now school has (mostly) returned more and more of our students report that they will be doing tests or mocks this term. These will be important as they will give teachers an understanding of pupils’ current levels after months of education disruption. I would say they are also important to help students get back