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Three steps to help your child decide whether or not to defer their university place this year
Deferring from university is when a student applies for a university course in one year, with the intention of starting the course the...
The Parents' Guide to
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Vaping: What UK Parents Need to Know
Most people in the UK will have noticed headlines circulating in the last two years about a sudden rise in youth vaping. This will...
Guest Post
4 min read
How to help your teen develop their interests and find their passion
As parents, we all want our teens to succeed and find fulfillment in their lives. One crucial aspect of this is helping them discover...
The Parents' Guide to
3 min read
Is your teen over-dosing on caffeine?
Caffeine is well-known for increasing energy levels and it’s easily available, so many teens look to it for a boost when they’re...
The Parents' Guide to
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The Parents' Guide to LGBT History Month
LGBT History Month takes place in February each year to mark the history and celebrate the achievements of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and...
The Parents' Guide to
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How to help your child prepare for an apprenticeship interview
Interviewing can be nerve-wracking, so it’s worth reassuring your child that interviewers are not looking to catch them out and pick...
The Parents' Guide to
4 min read
A brief history of apprenticeships
Apprenticeships date back as far as the 14th century and were closely related to medieval trades of the time. Skilled artisans taught...
The Parents' Guide to
2 min read
The Parents' Guide to making study easier
Studying is tougher for some students than others, but there are some fail-safe ways to make it easier, so read on to find out how you...
The Parents' Guide to
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The easy way to get your teen talking about their future
It can be tricky to get teens to talk about anything, especially what they want to do next.
The Parents' Guide to
3 min read
The Parents' Guide to identifying "Green Careers"
Green Careers focus on positive environmental impact and change, with jobs that protect the environment and will help the UK achieve its...
The Parents' Guide to
5 min read
How your teen can use their senses to get more done and feel better
We use our five senses every day, but are we thinking about how we use them to help us get the most out of life? If we're more focused on...
The Parents' Guide to
4 min read
Preparing your teen to think metacognitively
Neuroscience tells us that the brain was designed to learn from personally experiencing something, engaging with it as a result of curiosity
Guest Post
8 min read
3 steps in helping your teen find the right apprenticeship
Apprenticeships differ in the entry level, qualifications that can be achieved, length of commitment and balance between work and study....
The Parents' Guide to
4 min read
The Parents' Guide To Private Tuition
The first step is for parents and pupils to agree on a need for additional tuition. Pupils who already have long school days, and plenty of
Guest Post
4 min read
Keeping Teens Safe Online: 5 Key Strategies for Parents
The internet has become an integral part of our lives, providing access to information, entertainment, and social connections. However,...
The Parents' Guide to
4 min read
8 Inspiring TED Talks to watch with your teen
TED Talks are a series of short, powerful talks that cover a wide range of topics, from technology and science to business and design. An...
The Parents' Guide to
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How to help your teen cope with university rejections
The UCAS (Universities and Colleges Admissions Service) application process can be a stressful and emotional time for teenagers and their...
The Parents' Guide to
2 min read
How to help your teenager choose their GCSE options
Choices, choices, choices. It is that time – the time when your child is set to make the first, of many, important choices of their life,...
Guest Post
4 min read
The Parents’ Guide to supporting your child choose their A Levels
Many young people find it very difficult choosing their A Levels as they move from around nine to ten GCSEs to just three or four subjects.
Guest writer
6 min read
Starting the new academic term well - the four pillars for good health
A new academic term is a great time to focus on positive changes for better health and it always pays to take care of the basics first....
The Parents' Guide to
3 min read
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