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Grade Improvement Hacks: How Personalised Tutoring Can Help Your Child Succeed

Discover how personalised tutoring can improve grades and boost their confidence in key subjects like maths, English, science, and foreign languages.

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Simple Steps To Build Confidence In Students

Get the best advice for buiding confidence in students when learning at home!

SEND Learning in 2024: An Expert Point of View

  • March 15, 2024
  • In FEATURED
  • 12 min read

We take a look at SEND learning in the UK in 2024 and consider what the future of education holds for those with special education needs and disabilities.

Best Resources for Digital Learning for Children with SEN

Discover the top digital learning resources for children with special educational needs, plus some key insights from our 2024 Education Report.

This is what children want to learn to be ready for the future!

GoStudent's Future of Education Report 2024 dives into current challenges facing the education system and exploring the ways we can collectively contribute to solving future problems.

Best Language Learning Trends in 2024

We look at the top language trends of 2024, what we think will take language learning by storm and what you can expect this year and look out for.

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International Day of Education: Why Should We Care About It?

  • January 18, 2024
  • In TRENDING
  • 5 min read

Read on to find out more about The International Day of Education, what it is, who it affects, and why you and everyone you know should care about it…

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Advice From a Teacher: How Can I Help My Child If They Fail Their Mock Exams?

If your child has failed their mock exams and is feeling overwhelmed, here's some advice from a teacher on how to support them the right way.

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What Are Mock Exams and Why Are They Important?

With exam season fast approaching it’s key that your child gets things right in their mock exams. Let us guide you through this all important step.

How to Keep Your Children Occupied Over the Christmas Holidays

  • December 18, 2023
  • In
  • 10 min read

From festive baking to fun language learning apps, there’s lots of fun to be had during the winter break. Plus, discover some seasonal homework tips.

Mock Exams - How to use them to your child's advantage

  • November 21, 2023
  • In FEATURED
  • 10 min read

We know most students sitting their GCSEs don’t focus on their mocks but they’re definitely an indication of what’s to come, so it’s a good idea to use the mocks as a learning experience for the real thing.

GoStudent VR: Taking language learning to the next level with VR technology!

GoStudent VR is here - we're taking immersive language learning to our students!

10 of the Best Half Term Activities for Your Child

  • October 18, 2023
  • In
  • 6 min read

Cooking? Gardening? Museum visits? Family film nights? These are just some of the super-fun half-term activities you and your child can enjoy this half term.

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Do it like Denise: Tutoring with GoStudent

  • September 25, 2023
  • In FEATURED
  • 8 min read

Denise talks all things tutoring with us at GoStudent, from Betsy's love of the platform to why it's important as a busy working mum to support your child.

Affected by RAAC school closures? Help your child reconnect with remote learning.

If your kids are returning to school remotely due to RAAC school closures, we’re here to help with our top tips for getting the most from online learning.

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Back to School: 5 Essentials to Kick Off the New Academic Year

It’s that time of year again, so make sure your child is getting prepared for back to school this September the right way.

When does school start? Essential back to school dates for your calendar

If you’re not quite sure when the kids go back to school in your area, we’ve got you covered with all the important dates for the 2023/2024 academic year.

SQA Results Day 2023: Important Information About How to Get Scottish Exam Results

  • August 3, 2023
  • In EXAMS
  • 10 min read

If you’re one of the thousands of people awaiting Scottish exam results, we’ve got all the most important information for you about SQA results day 2023.

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Leaving Cert Results 2023: Important information to help you support your child

  • August 3, 2023
  • In EXAMS
  • 6 min read

If you’re not sure about when or how to get hold of your child’s Leaving Cert results, we’ve got you covered with our guide to Leaving Cert results 2023.

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GCSE Results Day 2023 FAQ: Get Ready and Prepare Yourself For The Big Day

  • August 3, 2023
  • In EXAMS
  • 12 min read

If you’re waiting nervously for your GCSE exam results to come out, we’re here to help. We’ve compiled all the key information about GCSE results day 2023.

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A-Level Results Day 2023 FAQ

  • August 3, 2023
  • In EXAMS
  • 7 min read

You’ve done the revision, sat the exam, and now the real waiting game begins. With A-level results day on the horizon, here’s everything you need to know.

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Our Glastonbury Highlighters Playlist: The Best Festival Tunes to Help You Revise

If you’re stuck under a pile of revision while everyone else enjoys festival season, we’ve got just the thing to help you out – our Glastonbury playlist!

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Benefits of Reading: Positive Impacts for All Ages Everyday

  • May 26, 2023
  • In ENGLISH
  • 10 min read

Discover what the benefits of reading for kids and adults are and how to unlock the positive impact books can have on your life.

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The Easiest Ways to Prepare for Exams

  • May 26, 2023
  • In EXAMS
  • 10 min read

GoStudent share their top tips on how to get your students ready for exam day with the best preparation advice and efficient revision strategies.

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GoStudent's Go-to-Guide to Extra Exam Time for Kids

  • May 26, 2023
  • In EXAMS
  • 10 min read

Sometimes life can pile extra pressure on children due to illness or unpredictable events. Find out everything you need to know about extra exam time here.

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Are You Entitled to Extenuating Circumstances in Exams?

Read our Learning Expert’s advice on how to recognise when your child might be eligible for an extenuating circumstances entitlement, and how to apply.

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Top 5 Brain Foods for Passing Exams

  • May 26, 2023
  • In
  • 4 min read

What are the top foods kids need to eat so they can pass exams? These brain foods will help with studying and memory. Plus the foods kids should avoid!

What GCSEs Do You Need to Be a Vet?

  • April 10, 2023
  • In EXAMS
  • 5 min read

If you're considering becoming a vet, then this is for you. Click here for answers to all of your big questions like, what GCSEs do you need to be a vet?.

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Everyday Activities to Teach Your Child Financial Literacy

From investing to banking, and saving to budgeting skills, we need to step up and adopt everyday activities to teach our children financial literacy.

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AI and the Future of Education

As a company that helps students learn with tailor-made tutoring in virtual classrooms, GoStudent seeks to understand how young people see education today. Join us and learn more!