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Soft Play in London

Have a Ball(pit) this Summer at the Best Soft Play in London

We’ve trawled through the ball pits so that you don’t have to and put together our top list of soft play centres in London to entertain the kids.

Outdoor Activities in London

Outdoor Activities in London - Our Guide to the Perfect Summer Adventure

If you’ve seen the usual sights and done the bus tours, here’s our guide to a wider range of family-friendly adventures in the one and only London.

Soft Play in Birmingham

Looking for the Best Soft Play in Birmingham? Here are Four Worthy Contenders!

Live in Birmingham? Have kids aged 0-12? Let us tell you the best kept secrets about Birmingham’s soft play centres and why you should give them a visit!

Summer Slide

Summer Slide: How It Happens and the Best Ways to Beat It

What is the summer slide? And how might it affect your children? Read on for the ultimate GoStudent guide to summer slide and the best ways to beat it.

children playing a game at a summer camp

Discover Some Top Summer Experiences With Our Guide to Summer Camps in London

Sending your kid to a summer camp might just be the best thing you can do for them this summer. Read our guide on the top summer camps in London 2022.

best-platforms-for-online-learning

Top Online Courses for Kids & What You Need to Get Started

With the transition to digital learning, it can be hard to keep kids motivated. Check out our top online courses right here.

ableist language

What is ableism? And why should we stop using ableist language?

As our societies fight for inclusion and equality, it is important that we learn to stop using ableist language which propagates reductive stereotypes.

Disability Pride Month

Disability Pride Month: When, how and why should we celebrate it

Disability Pride Month is a chance to celebrate all that the disabled community has given the world and reflect on what we can do to further fight inequality..

leaving certs for engineering

What Leaving Cert Subjects Are Needed for Engineering? A Guide to Getting Your Dream Job

  • July 14, 2022
  • In EXAMS
  • 15 min read

Learn about entry requirements to study engineering in Ireland, what Leaving Cert subjects are needed, the best engineering universities and much more.

interview with Mya about 11+

Expert 11+ Tutor Mya Shares Her Top Tips for Passing the 11+ Exam

  • July 14, 2022
  • In EXAMS
  • 8 min read

In our GoStudent Personal Stories, we talk to real people about real experiences. In this interview, we chat to Mya Medina about the 11+ exam.

The Cost Of Homeschooling

The Cost Of Homeschooling In The UK. It Might Surprise You!

Thinking of taking your child out of mainstream school? Take a look at the financial considerations of homeschooling before you decide.

How Can I Help My Child Improve Their 11 Plus Vocabulary? (Free Download)

  • July 12, 2022
  • In EXAMS
  • 8 min read

Need help perfecting your child’s 11 Plus vocabulary skills? Let our useful guide set you up with all you need.

11+ comprehension book

Tips & Tricks to get High Scores  on the 11+ Test Comprehension Paper!

  • July 12, 2022
  • In EXAMS
  • 12 min read

Wondering how to score top marks in the 11Plus Comprehension paper? We’ve written down everything that you need to know to ace the 11+ comprehension test.

11 plus maths papers

11+ Maths Questions & Downloadable Worksheet

  • July 12, 2022
  • In EXAMS
  • 6 min read

Wondering what 11 plus maths papers test your child on? We'll answer all your questions about this important exam right here.

Family getting ready to get into a car for a road trip

Are We There Yet? The Best Road Trip Activities For Kids

Any parent hates being asked that question every five minutes. Look at our top 25 road trip games to keep your journey on track instead of heading south!