Balance Work and Life with Flexible Working

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This week is National Work Life Week, an annual campaign with the aim of getting people to talk about their wellbeing at work. “This year’s theme is all about discovering what flexible working means to people from all walks of life and in all sorts of job roles.” – Working Families. Most people spend a large amount […]

The Real Reasons Time Management Is Tough for Students and How to Fix It

It’s been a couple of weeks since many students headed back to school to start a new academic year. That comes with a whole pile of tasks and new responsibilities! Whether you are stressed about a new class, or you’re still not mentally recovered from summer, it can be overwhelming going through the motions and […]

Does a Growth Mindset Help with Independent Learning?

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As you grow older, whether you’re moving through secondary school, into sixth form, college, apprenticeships, or university, there will come a time when you take responsibility for your own education. Independent learning becomes essential — it’s all about being curious, seeking out new information, and taking charge of the progress you make towards your goals. […]

Simplify Your Life and Stay Organised with the Eisenhower Matrix

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As students, you get a lot of tasks thrown at you all at once and it can be challenging to juggle them all! One minute it’s the summer holidays with no worries or care in the world and next week you have homework, essays, revision, and that group presentation you need to prepare for. You […]

Back to School: How to Plan and Set Goals for the Year Ahead

Back to School Preparation and goal setting

For many students across the UK, it’s time to go back to school! The beginning of a new school year isn’t usually something students look forward to. Going back can often feel a bit boring after all the fun and free time that we have in the summer. There’s no more time to relax. Take […]

How to Prepare Your Child for Receiving Exam Results

How to Prepare Your Child for Receiving Exam Results

As results day approaches, it’s not just your child who might be feeling the pressure – you’re likely feeling it too! Watching your child worry or stress over their GCSE or A-Level exam results can be tough. As a parent, you want to say the right things and offer the best support, but when tensions […]

Hidden Talents, New Passions and Embracing Opportunities!

Group of students huddled together enjoying the summer holidays

The summer holidays are here, and with all this extra free time, some students may find themselves thinking about the past school year. Whether you felt that it went well or that there were a few bumps in the road, there’s always room for growth and new discoveries. What are you going to do to […]

Become Your Best Self: Personal Development for Students This Summer

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We know how important it is to relax and unwind during the summer holidays, but just because school’s out, it doesn’t mean that learning needs to stop. In fact, continuous learning is a good thing. Now, there’s no need to pick up your textbooks, and you can forget the stress of exams – this type […]

Getting a ‘Yes’ from the Decision Maker

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So, you’ve got a job interview, but how do you get the interviewer to pick you above the other candidates? Landing that dream job is all about making yourself stand out from the crowd. You can do that by being thoroughly prepared, demonstrating what makes you the best fit for the role and being confident […]

Here’s to Success: Celebrating the End of Exam Season

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For GCSE and A Level students across the UK, exam season is finally over. You’ve done it! Now’s the perfect time to start celebrating the end of exam season. Whether you’re a student, parent, or guardian, we’re sure these past few months have tested your stress levels. But now, it’s time to celebrate and relax. […]