Most people treat exam stress as something to be stamped out entirely. Parents worry about it, students dread it, and headlines regularly warn about the pressure young people face. But the picture is more nuanced than it first appears. A…
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Ask any parent what they want for their child and “good exam results” rarely tops the list on its own. Most want a young person who can handle setbacks, speak up when it matters and feel comfortable in their own…
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Summer holidays are precious. Six weeks of relative freedom from timetables and homework is something most children cherish — and rightly so. But for parents who are conscious of the so-called ‘summer slide’, the gradual loss of academic skills over…
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Drama is one of those subjects that inspires strong reactions. Parents who loved it at school will tell you it changed their life. Those who found it uncomfortable may wonder whether it is worth prioritising alongside more ‘academic’ pursuits. The…
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We spend a great deal of time in education teaching children to answer questions. Exams, tests, homework, and class discussions are all structured around the child’s ability to produce correct responses. Yet some of the most valuable intellectual habits are…
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