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“Private tuition can lift a C grade to an A”
- June 15, 2009
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If your child needs help in a subject, then just an hour a week of personal tuition can make a huge difference. Read the views of both a tutor and a parent …read more
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Private schools spurn trendy subjects for tougher courses
- Sept. 11, 2008
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Discover how independent schools are challenging the National Curriculum to create a more stimulating syllabus …read more
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Dear Secretary of State for Education
- June 7, 2010
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Dr Helen Wright writes to the Secretary of State for Education as England prepares for an education reform …read more
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- March 25, 2010
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Dr Helen Wright explains why careers advice should no longer be seen as an occasional 10 minute chat, good schools will think much more carefully about preparing their pupils for the world of work …read more
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- Feb. 11, 2010
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This sporting life
- Jan. 21, 2010
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With a proven link between good grades and physical activity, there is mounting pressure on schools to maximise the opportunity for sports …read more
Schools ‘reluctant’ to push brightest pupils
- Dec. 4, 2009
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State schools are failing the brightest pupils because of “huge reluctance” to promote academic excellence, according to a leading head teacher. …read more
Girls not aloud
- Dec. 4, 2009
Mixed sex schools are suppressing girls’ career and professional aspirations, according to a leading head teacher. …read more
“Private tuition can lift a C grade to an A”
- June 15, 2009
- (1 comment)
If your child needs help in a subject, then just an hour a week of personal tuition can make a huge difference. Read the views of both a tutor and a parent …read more
Top 10 revision tactics
- June 8, 2009
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Exam fever is hotting up. Follow our revision planner guide and you’ll not only cope but conquer, says teacher Matt Henderson …read more
