In this blog, we’ll explore the factors to consider when deciding if the 11+ is right for your child, and how EduBridge Tutoring can help support you along the way.

To sit the 11+ entrance exams is an important decision for lots of children and their families in the UK, determining entry to grammar schools and selective independent schools. For parents considering this pathway, the decision to have your child take the 11+ can be both exciting and daunting. It’s a choice that requires careful thought, balancing the potential benefits with the demands of preparation.

For any one of us, the teenage years are a crucial period of academic growth, self-discovery, and social development. While excelling in school is a priority, fostering a healthy balance between schoolwork and a social life is equally important for your teenager's overall well-being.

In this blog post, we'll explore some practical tips and insights to help parents and guardians guide their teenagers in achieving this delicate balance.

Establishing effective study habits is a crucial skill that can help set the stage for academic success and lifelong learning in a student. And as a parent or guardian, you can play a vital role in supporting your teenager's study habits and helping them develop the necessary skills to excel academically.

In this blog post, we will explore some practical strategies to assist your teenager in building strong study habits that promote focus, organisation, and efficient learning.

How important are mock exams and how should you prepare for them?

Mock exams usually take place for Year 11 and Year 13 students in January, before the real deal later in spring. These practice exams serve as crucial stepping stones toward academic success.

In this blog post, we'll explore more what mock exams are, why they can hold such importance, and how students can effectively prepare for them.

Here’s what you need to know about the 11+ and how to prepare for it!

If you have a student who is interested in taking the 11+ exam (sometimes referred to as a transfer test), you may be wondering what the exam is all about and how to best prepare your child for it. In this blog, we will provide a brief but detailed overview of the 11+ exam along with some tips for helping you and your child or student to prepare!

Concerns about the recent SATs, or Standard Assessment Tests, which reportedly had children all over the country in tears, saw Schools Minister investigating. We wanted to look into the age old question, are SATs exams getting harder?

As your student approaches the end of their GCSEs, you may be wondering what the next steps may be for their education. The good news is that there are a wide variety of options and opportunities available for your student to pursue, depending on their individual interests and future goals.

Read on for an overview of what your student can do after finishing their GCSEs, and our top tips on supporting them in making their choice:

Exam season is fast approaching, and we know that revision can seem daunting! That’s why we’ve asked our team and our brilliant tutors for their best revision tips and techniques to help you or your student prepare for success in their upcoming exams!

In this blog, we will provide you with an overview of the GCSE exams and their grading system to help you feel confident to support with your student's preparation.