Pre-revision steps Knowing where to start with your revision can seem like an overwhelming task. First of all, it is essential to make sure all of your notes are up to speed, checking off all of the topics for each subject. The most effective way students can check this is by looking at the subject specification […]
Choosing a nursery and pre-prep for your child can be an overwhelming experience, particularly for those families located in London, where the early years education scene can be increasingly competitive. Parents in the most sought-after areas are often forced to make decisions on nurseries before their child has turned one, or in some cases, before […]
As tutors, we are often asked how best to support a child in their preparation for senior school. For many, this means sitting competitive 11+ exams in Year 6. These assessments are challenging, but need not be stressful if tackled sensibly. Starting preparations early is the best way to ensure that your child is a […]
Quintessentially Education would like to wish all students receiving their A-level results the best of luck ahead of tomorrow. After what has been an exceptional year, with the cancellation of examinations due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important that students are best prepared and aware of the options available to them. A reminder to: […]
Exploring in differences in major high school curriculums The curriculum is one of the most important components that define a school and choosing the right curriculum for you is one of the most crucial components in defining your academic success. There are over 12,000 K-12 English-medium international schools globally, and this has significantly increased over […]
Want to know how to stand out from the crowd when making your university application? Then why not consider an academic summer program? Each year, a number of well-known universities host academic summer schools for pre-university and undergraduate students that are put on during July and August. The weeklong programmes are for attendees to explore […]
The increase of remote learning has brought with it a huge rise in the number of online learning and education platforms, and with the right tools, studying can now be more effective and collaborative. With a vast amount of material available, it is hard to know what is effective, and so we have pulled together our […]
Monday 8th March marks International Women’s Day – a time for countries all over the world to rally together for gender equality and to celebrate the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. Even in the 21st century there is still significant work to be done in tackling gender inequality; International Women’s Day brings to light both […]
Twelve months ago, terms such as ‘online learning’ and ‘virtual schooling’ weren’t part of our everyday lexicon. However, with the UK’s third lockdown meaning a return to home-schooling for families at the start of this year, it’s safe to say these terms are here to stay. Whilst many parents might be brimming with excitement about […]
In response to the Department of Education’s announcement that all UK A-Level examinations will be cancelled for the second year running, the University of Cambridge has been the first academic institute to formally introduce an “oversubscription” clause. As reported by The Times, this clause relates to the university’s offer of admissions, effectively allowing them to […]