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Get to know the university where your child might be studying
As your child starts to hear back from their university choices, it's a good idea to begin exploring these universities in more detail....

The Parents' Guide to
1 min read


Levels of education. What do they mean?
In England, Wales and Northern Ireland there are 8 qualification levels (1 - 8) plus an entry level qualification for those just starting....

The Parents' Guide to
1 min read


How to help your child stand out
Tips on what your child can do now to help them stand out from others in job, university, college, sixth form, training and internship appli

The Parents' Guide to
4 min read


The importance of budgeting
With university fees at almost £10,000 per year plus living costs on top, the prospect of committing to three or four years studying can...

The Parents' Guide to
2 min read


How to support your child study for their GCSEs
We want our children to do well in exams and effective revision plays a crucial role. Whilst you can’t revise for your child, there are...

The Parents' Guide to
5 min read


Options at 16 - The Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
Alongside A levels and BTECs, many schools and colleges offer the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) which is a dissertation or project...

The Parents' Guide to
3 min read


Our top suggestions on things your teenage child can do this Easter holiday
Recognise it's the holidays First, do try to create a holiday vibe at home that has a slightly different routine from what you've...

The Parents' Guide to
4 min read


Sleep - Why it’s important and how to make sure your child gets enough
Sleep is an essential element for optimum health, so make sure your child is getting enough rest. Teenagers need a lot of sleep given the...

The Parents' Guide to
4 min read


Caffeine consumption
Caffeine affects us in different ways, and different people are more sensitive to it than others. On average, adults shouldn’t consume...

The Parents' Guide to
3 min read
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