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Getting a degree - is an apprenticeship or university the right choice for your child?
Since 2015, degree apprenticeships have offered a viable alternative to university for gaining a full degree. Here's how the two routes compare.

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Teach your teen the skills to revise well
The skills your teen needs to revise well are the same ones they'll need in further education and work. Here's how to help them build each one.

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4 min read


Health and wellbeing calendar - 25 or 50 daily tasks to improve wellbeing
Stress can't be avoided, but it can be managed. Download our free 25 or 50-day wellbeing calendar of small daily habits to build your teen's resilience.

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1 min read


How to help your child with their revision - five proven strategies
You can't revise for your child, but there's lots you can do to help. Here are five proven strategies to support their revision at home.

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2 min read


Revision timetables
A revision timetable helps your teen cover everything in time for their exams. Here's how to help them build one that works, with an example to follow.

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2 min read


Options after school or college: helping your child decide
What your child does after sixth form or college is exciting but can be nerve-racking. Here's an overview of the main options, and how to weigh them up.

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4 min read


How to help your teen choose the right university
Choosing the right university is one of the most important decisions in shaping your teen's future. Here's how to help them find the one that's right for them.

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6 min read


How to help your child choose the right university course
With over 30,000 courses available, the right one for your child is out there. Here's how to help them narrow it down, without choosing for them.

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4 min read


10 ways to help your teen focus by activating their senses
Help your teen find focus, settle anxiety, manage exam stress and relax, all by tapping into their five senses. Here's how to use colour, touch, taste, smell and sound.

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9 min read


Is an apprenticeship the right choice for your child?
Apprenticeships combine study with paid work and a professional qualification, with no tuition fees. Here are the benefits and considerations to weigh up.

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3 min read


Apprenticeship levels - a summary
A brief summary of the apprenticeship levels, their typical length, entry requirements, qualifications obtained, and who they appeal to.

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1 min read


Getting started: how to help your child choose the right apprenticeship
Apprenticeships combine learning with on-the-job training and a professional qualification. Here's how to help your child choose the right level and sector.

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4 min read
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