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A Level results day worries, concerns and where to look for support:
The last few years have been very difficult for students, with Covid not only affecting their education but also their mental health....
catherine-kay
Aug 17, 20223 min read


BMAT for medicine – a quick overview
The BioMedical Admissions Test (BMAT) is used by universities in the application process for medical, veterinary, dentistry and at...
Russ Ives
Mar 21, 20222 min read


UCAT for medicine - a quick overview
The UCAT (University Clinical Aptitude Test) is a computer-based assessment of a student's qualities related to medical professionals....
Russ Ives
Mar 14, 20222 min read


Exam Success - Planning is Key
Many of you will have heard the saying 'failing to plan is planning to fail', something students tend to role their eyes at when parents...
catherine-kay
Feb 21, 20222 min read


Changes to GCSE and A Levels in 2022
2022 is a "transition year” for GCSE and A levels with an aim to "maximize fairness". In essence Ofqual are moving back towards the...
Russ Ives
Nov 15, 20211 min read


Oxbridge interviews
Letters will soon be dropping onto doormats for UK applicants to Oxbridge, to attend an on-line interview. With these interviews starting...
catherine-kay
Nov 14, 20213 min read


Baseline Testing – MidYIS, YELLIS & ALIS
Many schools complete the baseline tests with all their pupils but what are they, what are they used for and do you get the results?
Russ Ives
Oct 25, 20214 min read


Mock Examinations
Mock examinations for Year 11 pupils tend to take place in December or January. However, be prepared for some schools setting earlier...
Russ Ives
Oct 11, 20212 min read


Struggling with the move up to A Levels?
For many years I have interviewed prospective Sixth Form students for places both in the State and the Independent sector. Schools often...
catherine-kay
Oct 1, 20212 min read


Thinking about 7+ Entrance exams
Now that pupils have settled back into the new school year, it may be that thoughts are turning to the next stage in your child’s...
catherine-kay
Sep 22, 20212 min read
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