Dr. Susie Nyman from the Sixth Form College in Farnborough has introduced an engaging and tactile method to help students understand complex biological concepts. As the Curriculum Manager for Health and Social Care with 24 years of teaching experience, Dr. Nyman has found that using materials like funky foam and even biscuits can make learning…
Dr. Susie Nyman from the Sixth Form College in Farnborough has shared an innovative method to help students, particularly boys, improve their exam performance. As the Curriculum Manager for Health and Social Care, Dr. Nyman brings 24 years of teaching experience to this unique approach. This method not only engages students but also significantly…
Imagine standing at the base of a mountain, looking up at the peak. This mountain represents the world of maths revision, and for parents of children with special educational needs (SEN), it can often feel like an insurmountable climb. But just as every mountain can be conquered with the right preparation and tools, so too…
Imagine this: it’s a quiet Sunday afternoon, and you’re sitting at the kitchen table with your child. The table is cluttered with textbooks, notebooks, and stray pieces of paper filled with hastily scribbled notes. Your child, overwhelmed, is struggling to make sense of it all. As a parent of a child with special educational needs…
Imagine standing at the foot of a mountain, looking up at the daunting climb ahead. For parents of children with special educational needs (SEN), exam preparation can often feel just as overwhelming. You’re determined to help your child succeed, but the path isn’t always clear, and the journey can be fraught with stress and confusion….
As a parent of a child with special educational needs (SEN), you understand the unique challenges that come with exam preparation. Picture this: your child, stressed and overwhelmed by the looming exams, struggling to keep track of what to study and when. Now imagine a different scenario, where your child approaches their studies with confidence,…
As a parent of a special education needs (SEN) child, it can be difficult to build a relationship with your child’s teacher. You may feel like you are not being heard or that your child’s needs are not being met. However, with a few simple steps, you can establish a strong, positive partnership between you…
Preparing for an exam requires careful planning and organisation, and a key part of this process is setting clear and realistic targets. Follow the guide below to ensure that you are on the right track: Completing Your Goals and Grades Table Step 1: Create a table and list down all your KS3 or KS4 subjects….
When it comes to preparing for an exam, having a clear vision of the grade you aim to achieve is crucial. Aim for a grade that is at least one level higher than what your teacher might have predicted for you. Ideally, though, aim for the absolutely highest you can! Motivation is key in this…
Learning takes place in cycles, and you need to adopt techniques for converting your notes into something you can use for assignments and revision. This also helps in ‘beating the forgetting curve’. In other words, you’ve got to avoid the trap of simply forgetting what you’ve learned! Again, this involves techniques – learn them, and…
