Learning Spanish as a foreign language, or indeed learning any foreign language, is a challenge for anyone. To learn Spanish as a second language it will mean a lot of study, practice and memorisation. For students who are studying Spanish at GCSE level, it can feel...
Around this time each year, up and down the country students of all ages embark upon a new academic year. Many will be starting their GCSEs or A-levels, or perhaps beginning their university career. Any new academic year offers an unrivalled opportunity for students...
There are many educational institutions out there, and they’re all regularly examined. These intricate inspections aim to assess things like how well staff do their jobs and how well students perform. Further consideration is also paid to the strength of services,...
Failure and Success These words are dominating the news, following A-Level and GCSE results days. Photos of grinning, successful students and hyped-up headlines about results mean that if you’ve failed your exams, it can feel like the most dreadful outcome. We tend to...
The academisation of schools has been one of the most contentious issues in British education ever since the policy’s inception in 2000. The system, which involves schools receiving funding directly from central government instead of their local authority, was...
Did you know that the UK boasted nearly six million businesses in 2018? Compared to the year 2000, that’s a whopping 63% increase. The country is experiencing an entrepreneurial renaissance. I also run my own business, and have done so for ten years now. For...