Dr Ambroz Neil

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What the changes to A-levels really mean for students

There has been a change to our education system. Actually, there have been many changes over the past few years. Now GCSE grades are numeric rather than alphabetic with the much misunderstood ‘star’ grade cast aside. In real terms I am not at all sure about the benefits associated with many of the changes, suffice-to-say they are statements that there is a new sheriff in town. The phrase ‘difference of insignificance’ comes to mind. However, let us consider at least one change to our A-l

Get ahead: Tips to make this school year your best yet

The start of this new academic year is a great moment to turn over a new leaf. Like New Year’s Day and milestone birthdays, a new academic year offers a great incentive to break old habits and implement new strategies for success. With the smell of freshly printed class schedules and the allure of academic planners daring you to imagine how great you could be, there are a few things that you could keep in mind to make this year your best year yet.

A level results not what you hoped for? Don't panic - plan!

Exam results are a reasonable cause for anxiety. There is a dearth of tales of students who suffer sleepless nights, upset stomach, crying fits, and levels of denial in response to impending results day. If any of this sounds like you, first, you are not alone, and second, there are things you can do to help yourself.

How to stop your kids suffering the summer brain drain

At the beginning of every academic year teachers usually begin by reviewing the skills that students should have mastered the previous year. Early term assessments help teachers understand students’ readiness for what is to come. We all know that summer brain drain is real, with students regressing in terms of their skills and competencies by as much as one third.

How to stop your kids suffering the summer brain drain

At the beginning of every academic year teachers usually begin by reviewing the skills that students should have mastered the previous year. Early term assessments help teachers understand students’ readiness for what is to come. We all know that summer brain drain is real, with students regressing in terms of their skills and competencies by as much as one third.