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Improve your IB Physics revision skills

How to improve your IB Physics revision skills, fast! It is easy to tear through your IB Physics revision by reading one study guide and then the next. You feel great, you feel that you are making progress, but does it stick? Will you be able to recall the important facts in... Read More

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Edexcel joins AQA to cancel IGCSEs – Hot off the press

News of exam cancellation from AQA and now Edexcel Updated 3rd February: Pearson has done a U-turn to cancel IGCSEs. Pearson has joined AQA in cancelling IGCSE exams for this summer 2021. A statement released by the exam board stated: “We will use a robust approach based on teacher... Read More

SAT essay & subject tests cancelled – Hot off the press

News from the College Board SAT optional essay & subject tests cancelled Since the cancellation of many of the SAT test dates due to the Covid-19 pandemic last year, the College Board has announced it wants to reduce the demands on students in the coming year by removing the... Read More

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How to help your child overcome maths anxiety

We understand that many children, students, and parents suffer from varying degrees of maths anxiety. This can become a phobia if not addressed quickly. In this article, we’ve pulled together some insight and advice from our experienced maths tutors. Maths anxiety is very real, and if not dealt with... Read More

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Why handwriting is still important

Handwriting is about much more than just putting pen to paper. In fact, it plays a vital role in creative development for children. In this article, Tony Hyde, an experienced physics tutor, and IB examiner explains his views on the value of handwriting. The debate over whether or not... Read More

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Understanding and managing stress and anxiety in students

Over the years, our tutors have reported seeing growing levels of stress and anxiety in children and students of all ages. In this article we explore the nature of school stress and offer some advice that should help. Stress and anxiety amongst school children are reaching record levels which... Read More

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How to get a 7 in IB Chemistry

Firstly, we look at how to get a 7 in IB Chemistry, so here are the tips to come straight from an IB examiner, in a quick 10 minute video. Margarita, an IB examiner with 27 years of teaching experience, tells you how to get that “dream” 7 score.... Read More

Is Swiss public school right for my child?

If you are considering Swiss public school for your child – way to go! In fact, the Swiss public school system ranks as one of the best in the world. However, as with all school choice options, it might not be the best fit for all children. In this article, our Client Manager Liz, (mum to a child at her... Read More

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10 steps to success in the IB English oral commentary

10 Steps to success in the IB English oral commentary (updated September 2021) In Language A the IB Oral Commentary is now even more important than ever. This year, like last, Language A students will not sit Paper 2 in the May 2022 examinations. In fact 28 papers have been removed... Read More

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Quick tips to get top marks in your IB Economics essay

Quick tips to get top marks in your IB Economics essay How can I maximise marks in my IB Economics essay? This is a question our IB economic tutors are often asked. So, to help give you ideas to get even better marks, we talked to Bogdan, who is our... Read More