Tutoring for children with ADHD
Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a condition that affects children and can persist into adulthood. It is characterised by persistent patterns of inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity that significantly impact daily functioning and development. Children with ADHD may have difficulty maintaining focus, organising, and sustaining attention. Hyperactivity often manifests as restlessness or an inability to remain stationary, while impulsivity can result in hasty decision-making or interrupting others. The severity and presentation of ADHD can vary, and symptoms may change or evolve over time.
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How to excel at IB Maths
Due to the structure of the IB, Maths forms a crucial part of every student’s educational journey. Yet there are a number of different options for Maths IB, which depends on whether you are taking Standard or Higher Level, as well as which subject within IB Maths you are studying: Analysis and approaches, or Applications and interpretations.
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IB vs. A-Level: the key differences
A-Levels focus on specialised study in fewer subjects. Here the focus is on depth rather than breadth in exploring your subject areas. IB, on the other hand, offers a more holistic education, encompassing a broader range of subjects and mandatory core components that encourage critical thinking, research, and a well-rounded education.
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How to get a 9 in GCSE Maths
Maths GCSE is an unavoidable and important part of every student’s educational journey. The required knowledge for GCSE Maths varies depending on the specific syllabus and the level at which the exam is taken, either Foundation or Higher level.
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How to Write a Stellar Personal Statement: Our Insights
A personal statement is the centrepiece of the application process for any undergraduate course at a UK university. Submitted through University and Colleges Admissions Service (UCAS), the personal statement provides the opportunity to convey to the university those traits and attributes that make an applicant stand out from the crowd.
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The end of the UCAS Personal Statement: what comes next?
In January 2023, UCAS announced that traditional Personal Statements will soon be removed from the university application process in the UK. Since 1993, UCAS has required university applicants in the UK to submit a 4,000-character Personal Statement during the application process.
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Applying for scholarships at UK Boarding Schools
A scholarship is an award offered by UK Independent Schools to students who excel in a particular realm of school life. Typically, these awards offer reduced fees, but they also confer prestige on students and look great on CVs and Personal Statements. Though most commonly awarded for academic excellence, scholarships may also be awarded for prowess in sport, art, drama and music.
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