Understanding the potential impact of Private School VAT on the UK education system

Understanding the potential impact of Private School VAT on the UK education system

The UK education landscape is facing a significant shift with the government’s recent decision to impose VAT on private school fees, a policy change that could reshape the cost and accessibility of private education. This move is likely to lead to a sharp increase in tuition fees, pushing many families to explore alternative educational routes such as private tuition, either online or at home.

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Embracing Independent Learning

Embracing Independent Learning

In the current academic landscape, independent learning is not just a buzzword; it's an essential part of a holistic education system. The ability to independently learn and revise course materials is crucial for a student's success, particularly when it comes to preparing for significant assessments like GCSEs.

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The Power of Maths

The Power of Maths

Struggling to find the joy in maths? Don't worry, we've got you covered!

Discover the undeniable importance of learning mathematics, even if you don't naturally enjoy it. From problem-solving to analytical thinking, maths opens doors to success in various fields. Check out our latest blog post now!

#Mathematics #ProblemSolving #CriticalThinking"

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How to write an awesome personal statement

How to write an awesome personal statement

With our personal statement courses coming up, I thought I'd share a bit of the wisdom in blog-form! I spent a few days with admissions tutors from various top universities and this is the outcome of how you can make your personal statement stand out.

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Course or tuition - what's better?

Course or tuition - what's better?

I have been a tutor for over 10 years and am a huge advocate for how beneficial 1:1 tuition can be.

Recently, I discovered the power of learning in small groups with a trained and experienced tutor. I found exam results were starkly better and the amount of time a student needs to take out to cover the syllabus is much less, taking the pressure off their already busy lives.

Here are the benefits of helping your child with a course rather than year-long tuition:

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A little mid-exam advice

A little mid-exam advice

"I know I didn't do well in the exam yesterday so I may as well give up on revision, I don't see the point"

A comment I was faced with by a student who struggled with the new Maths GCSE paper, should she give up?

The obvious answer is 'no' but it is a lot easier to state the obvious than put it into practice so this was the advice gave her:

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