Articles by

Amelia Johansson

Born in Sweden and raised in the UK, Amelia is an ESL teacher and freelance writer. She has a bachelor’s degree in journalism with creative writing and was working as an online editor in London until 2018, when she did a 180 and studied for her TEFL to become an ESL teacher and hasn’t looked back since. Now living in Morocco, she teaches English online, writes, and tries to experience as many charming Moroccan cities and sights as she can, sipping mint tea along the way! She loves books, coffee, anything that sparkles and the last line of a poem.

Best Summer Jobs for Teachers

Sun, sea, sand and…summer jobs? We’ve gathered up a few of the best summer jobs for teachers to keep you and your wallet happy during the holidays.

LGBTQ+ History Month: Inspirational LGBTQ+ People From the UK

Join us in celebrating LGBT+ History Month as we share some famous LGBTQ+ icons from the UK, including Elton John and Carol Ann Duffy.

World Book Day: Why Reading Is So Important - and Fun!

To celebrate World Book Day on 3rd March 2022, we want to share with you why reading is so important – even if you only read for 10 minutes a day!

That's the Feeling of Better Grades!

Join us in celebrating our birthday AND our brand-new TV advert that’s hitting the screens - yay!

What Can We Learn From the Most Influential Women in Science?

The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is on February 11th. Discover 5 female scientists who have gone down in history for their incredible work right here.

The 13 Best Resource Websites for Online Tutors

If prepping for your online classes leaves you with your head in your hands, fear not, we’ve got the best resource websites for online tutors right here.

Could Your Child Have ODD? Here Are Some Ways to Handle Their Behaviour

Living with a child who has ODD can be difficult, so let us give you some ways (and books!) to help make life a little easier for you and them.

What Are the Pros and Cons of Gender-Neutral School Uniforms?

As gender-neutral clothing sashays into the mainstream, we discuss whether this forward-thinking approach should be applied to children’s school uniforms.

Single Parenthood: How to Stay Positive and Motivated

Single parenthood can be hard, so we’re here to offer some positive parenting tips. Plus, be inspired by these amazing celebrity single parents.

Find Out Why Mumsnet Has Given Us Its Highly Respected Badge

GoStudent is honoured to have received the ‘Mumsnet Rated’ badge – find out why 81% of Mumsnet mums would recommend us here!

Do Language Learning Podcasts Really Work?

If you’re new to the world of language learning podcasts, fear not because we’re here to help you navigate how to get the best out of them.

Why Do We Celebrate World Arabic Language Day 18.12?

From the reason behind World Arabic Language Day to some fun facts about Arabic, let us clue you up on this fascinating lingo.

Our Guide: How to Teach a Dyslexic Child to Read

Dealing with dyslexia can be challenging, especially if your child is dyslexic. So, we’re here to help you help them learn how to read.

What Does the Future of Metaverse and Education Look Like?

Immersive learning experiences could be the future thanks to the metaverse, but what does that mean for education? Find out here.

How Praising Your Child Can Go a Long Way

It’s always nice to be nice but when it comes to praising children, there’s a fine line between too much and too little – find out when and why to praise here.