Test preparation
Preparing for an entrance test: plan backwards from the date
A step-by-step way to plan preparation for a university or school entrance test, whatever the test.
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Study guides
Practical guides on revision, qualifications, exam preparation and choosing a tutor, written by our team.
Study guides
Choosing a tutor
Choosing a tutor: seven questions worth asking
A short checklist for parents and students to use before agreeing to regular lessons, and what a verified qualification can and cannot tell you.
Choosing a tutor
Writing a tutor profile that families can trust
For tutors: what to include in your profile so parents and students can judge whether you suit them, without exaggeration.
Choosing a tutor
How often should a child have tutoring lessons?
There is no single right schedule. How to match the number and length of lessons to the goal, the student's age and the time left before an exam.
Courses and boards
O Level, IGCSE, A Level, IB and AP: how the qualifications fit together
A plain-language guide to the main international and UK qualifications, and why the exam board matters when choosing a tutor.
Study tips
Building a revision timetable that survives real life
Start from the exam dates, split topics into small pieces and leave slack. A practical way to plan revision without burning out.
Study tips
How to use past papers: a four-pass method
Past papers are the best practice material a student has, but only if they are used in the right order. A simple four-pass routine.
Choosing a tutor
Online or home tutoring: which suits your child?
Both work well. The right choice depends on the subject, the student and what you can set up at home.
Choosing a tutor
Making the most of a trial or demo lesson
A first lesson is a chance to see how a tutor teaches and whether your child feels comfortable. What to prepare and what to look for.
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