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Crisis in School Places
Local councils have warned that England will face a severe shortage in secondary schools places within 5 years.
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School Farms Help Learning
Some schools are now starting to expand their outdoor teaching by creating a ‘school farm’ with extensive vegetable patches and animals including chickens and rabbits.
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Modern Technology Hindering Child Development
A new study by a children’s charity has concluded that overuse of electronic screens and baby equipment such as pens and pushchairs could be harming development.
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My Difficult Rote-Learning Confession
Pete's blog 24-3-14: I had an interesting conversation with a friend last week who was asking about becoming a tutor with us...
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How To Start Tutoring
These days, as the industry has expanded, parents have come to expect a lot more from the tutors they hire, and it is essential that tutors are well prepared and equipped to enter the world of private tuition.
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UK Falls Behind in International University League Tables
This year’s world university reputation table has been released and shows that US universities dominate the international academic field.
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How Tutors Can Help with Mental Health
A recent study has shown that mental health problems are on the rise in the UK, particularly amongst students. Those examining the trend have cited increased work-loads, pressure to achieve top grades, and financial pressure as key sources of anxiety for students.
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Reducing Tutor Articles and Helping Students
Pete's blog 17-3-14: I met with Harriet last week to discuss one of the changes that I’ve been working on for a while...
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Can Being a Pushy Parent Ever be a Good Thing?
When we think of pushy parents, we think of parents who hire tutors to children before they have started school, harass and abuse teachers and pressure their children to achieve top grades in every subject. However, I would like to suggest that there is an alternative mode of pushy parenting which would be far more positive.
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