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How to choose your Maths IA topic

The Maths IA accounts for a big chunk of your final score (20%). Plus, if you do well, these points are in the bag before you even step into the exam hall. You can see why it is worth putting in the effort to choose the right Maths IA... Read More

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How to get the best IB Maths score possible – did you know your graphic calculator can help?

Careless mistakes and calculation errors can lead to dropped marks and lower Maths IB scores. So we have talked with Meera, one of our most experienced IB Maths teachers and examiners to get her advice. Today, she gives us her tips on how to make the most of your... Read More

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How to ace your IB English Literature & Language Oral (IO)

Updated 27th September 2022 To book a session with Tao or Sebastian click HERE What is the Individual Oral (English IO)? English Literature & Language IB? Then it’s only a matter of time before you have to start thinking about your English IO. (Yes, another acronym to throw into... Read More

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IB Maths AA exam tips from the experts

IB Maths AA Exam – Get the best possible score by using these tips from an IB Examiner IB Maths AA Exam Strategies are crucial to preparing for your exams. Whether you are studying Maths IB Analysis and Approaches at SL or HL, you will find these tips a... Read More

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Oxbridge Interview Tips & Tricks

Whether you apply to Oxford or Cambridge University – here is advice from the expert In this article, our experienced University entrance tutor talks about how to best prepare for your Oxbridge Interview. As well as sharing his tips on acing the interview, he also shares some examples of... Read More

Chemistry IA – Tips on how to get a top grade

In order to get the very top marks in your Chemistry IA (Internal Assessment), you need to show initiative, curiosity, and independent thinking. These tips show you how. Easy to say, I can almost hear you groan! Followed quickly by the question: “OK but how do I make this... Read More

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TOEFL Guide – everything you need to know about the TOEFL exam

Everything you need to know about the TOEFL Among the many acronyms in the world of EFL (English as a Foreign Language), TOEFL is one that will be on your radar if you are applying to study at an English-speaking university. So, what exactly is the TOEFL test?... Read More

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The Epreuve Cantonales de Référence (ECR)

What are The Epreuve Cantonales de Référence? If you are the parent of a child in the Swiss Romande primary system, you will probably know that in the 4th and 8th year of primary school (4P and 8P), your child will take formal assessments known as The Epreuve Cantonales... Read More

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The secret to IB Biology exam success

We give you the inside track on what you need to be successful in your final IB Biology exams. The IB exams are getting nearer, but do you know your way around what can often be the most overlooked part of the Biology exam? The answer is the key... Read More

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IB Biology Paper 2 – best revision tips from the experts

Updated 27th September 2022 Now the is pressure on, and revision is underway. We thought you would appreciate advice from our IB Biology experts – our IB teachers and IB examiners themselves – with revision tips for IB Biology Paper 2. First of all a quick recap on what... Read More