Staying Positive When Life Gets Tough

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When times get tough and everything is all piling in, remaining positive can be really hard. Whether it’s juggling work deadlines, dealing with personal challenges, or just navigating the ups and downs of everyday life, it’s easy to get stuck in a spiral of negative thinking. That little voice in our heads can amplify our […]

Balance Work and Life with Flexible Working

Woman at a desk and man sitting on sofa working flexibly from home.

This week is National Work Life Week, an annual campaign with the aim of getting people to talk about their wellbeing at work. “This year’s theme is all about discovering what flexible working means to people from all walks of life and in all sorts of job roles.” – Working Families. Most people spend a large amount […]

The Real Reasons Time Management Is Tough for Students and How to Fix It

It’s been a couple of weeks since many students headed back to school to start a new academic year. That comes with a whole pile of tasks and new responsibilities! Whether you are stressed about a new class, or you’re still not mentally recovered from summer, it can be overwhelming going through the motions and […]

Does a Growth Mindset Help with Independent Learning?

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As you grow older, whether you’re moving through secondary school, into sixth form, college, apprenticeships, or university, there will come a time when you take responsibility for your own education. Independent learning becomes essential — it’s all about being curious, seeking out new information, and taking charge of the progress you make towards your goals. […]

Simplify Your Life and Stay Organised with the Eisenhower Matrix

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As students, you get a lot of tasks thrown at you all at once and it can be challenging to juggle them all! One minute it’s the summer holidays with no worries or care in the world and next week you have homework, essays, revision, and that group presentation you need to prepare for. You […]

How To Create a Study Schedule You’ll Actually Stick To!

Create a Study Schedule You'll Actually Stick To

The start of a new school year feels like opening a brand-new chapter of your life. This is your chance to set new goals, focus on what you truly want to achieve, and create a plan to make it happen. You have a fresh start, filled with possibilities and exciting opportunities. If last year didn’t […]

Back to School: How to Plan and Set Goals for the Year Ahead

Back to School Preparation and goal setting

For many students across the UK, it’s time to go back to school! The beginning of a new school year isn’t usually something students look forward to. Going back can often feel a bit boring after all the fun and free time that we have in the summer. There’s no more time to relax. Take […]

Simple Self-Care Tips to Help You Relax this Summer

Summertime Self-Care

The summer will be coming to an end soon – how is it that time already?! And for many students, results day is upon us. Instead of spending your time worrying about the grades you are given on a piece of paper, albeit a rather important piece of paper, take the time to practice some […]

How to Prepare Your Child for Receiving Exam Results

How to Prepare Your Child for Receiving Exam Results

As results day approaches, it’s not just your child who might be feeling the pressure – you’re likely feeling it too! Watching your child worry or stress over their GCSE or A-Level exam results can be tough. As a parent, you want to say the right things and offer the best support, but when tensions […]

Hidden Talents, New Passions and Embracing Opportunities!

Group of students huddled together enjoying the summer holidays

The summer holidays are here, and with all this extra free time, some students may find themselves thinking about the past school year. Whether you felt that it went well or that there were a few bumps in the road, there’s always room for growth and new discoveries. What are you going to do to […]