Tips for revising for your mock exams over the Christmas holidays
Revising is hard enough at the best of times. But when you have to revise over the Christmas holidays it can be even tougher. Taking the time to plan and...
We want to support students throughout the year, whether it is getting ready for the start of a new school year, or preparing for end of year exams – as well as everything in between. Here you will find news and updates, as well as some useful tips and hints to support you in being your best in your studies.
Revising is hard enough at the best of times. But when you have to revise over the Christmas holidays it can be even tougher. Taking the time to plan and...
A message from our Principal, Claire Meadows-Smith on how tutoring through Covid is helping children to progress and succeed. The Community Schools has been supporting students for more than 10...
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It’s hard to believe how quickly the school year goes by, and that we’re in the summer term with the GCSE and A level English exams now about to start....
Why revising for mock GCSEs is more important than ever Summer 2020 will go down in history for many reasons – one of them being the cancellation of GCSE and...
It’s not long now, the date of the exams are near. You are spending a tremendous time studying. You’ve got your class notes, you have tutoring with the Community Schools,...
As the time approaches to sit your GCSE or A Level Maths exams, there are things you can do to help you feel more confident and relaxed. You have worked...
Burying your head in books for hours on end isn’t always the best way to study and it can leave you feeling frustrated and demotivated – but it doesn’t have...
Don’t let the thought of your Maths exams turn you into a quivering wreck Gearing up for tests is stressful no matter what the subject – particularly if you want...
Whether you’re revising for exams or just want to improve what you remember in class, there are lots of ways to boost brainpower and maximise those memory banks, so here...
Boys are being outclassed by girls at both school and university, and the gap is widening. Read what Claire Meadows-Smith of The Community Schools has learned in helping over 150...
At The Community Schools we have expanded our services from the Core Subjects and last year we introduced Computer Science. This year we are delighted to be able to offer...
Missing lessons at school can have a big impact on not just how well you do that year. Attendance can have a huge influence on the number of qualifications and...
It's all about motivation - Top tips for getting motivated for exam revision If you’ve got essays to hand in, or are preparing for mocks or resists, it can be...
We’re all told about how important breakfast is and most of us accept it without asking why, but a Cardiff University study has found that a healthy start to the...
Choosing your GCSE options is an exciting time – after all, it’s probably the first time you actively get to choose what you study. They’re also a big milestone in...
Exam resits. If your exam results weren’t quite what you were hoping for, the decision to resit them, is a tough one. But if you do decide to retake GCSEs...
After a long summer, it can be difficult for children and parents to get back into the swing of school again. But for some students, those first day nerves and...
Starting A Levels this September? Here's our guide to getting off to a good start Starting A-levels Starting A-levels can be daunting – especially if you don’t know what to...
Get Ready - It will soon be time to head back to school or college When you’re enjoying the summer, the last thing you’ll want to think about is heading...
When exam results don’t quite go to plan If you’ve opened your exam results and didn’t get the grades you wanted – there’s nothing anyone can say to sugar coat...
What to expect on exam results day Whether you’re hoping to go on to sixth form, college, or university, results day is a mixture of excitement, anticipation, and stress. But...
31% Drop out of their A levels in the first year at a cost of £300m According to the Policy Exchange, a Government Think Tank, 31% of new A...
600 As we have been planning our highly successful Grade Booster and Revision sessions for GCSE and A level students, it has got us thinking about the difference between the...
Joy and excitement is really infectious. One of the best bits about being a tutor of talented young people is not only sharing their struggles and achievements but being able...
We know that not all students are the same After the school holidays some students return in September and easily pick up where they were at the end of the...
Getting ready for your exam revision? Let us help. The Community Schools currently help over 150 students prepare for exam revision success. Here, briefly, are 10 top pieces of advice...
From toys to clothing and even an advert featuring Dame Helen Mirren, why do we continue to condition girls into thinking they can’t possibly be good at maths and how...
Delighted to share feedback from some students and parents about their results. "She was overwhelmed with an A in Maths. It’s amazing, we are so proud of course and also...
We can help you and your children to sail through them! It’s that time of year when teenagers around the world are complaining about exam pressure. Perhaps you are feeling...
What’s the difference between The Community Schools’ Easter Grade Booster Courses and typical private sector “exam cramming or crammer courses”? If you have your exams coming up this summer, you...
‘Well Claire I always tell you not to worry on results day because you’re a great teacher! Got an A in mechanics and I didn’t even think it went very...
As students prepare to take their maths exams many of them seem unsure and a little stressed over how to revise Maths. All too many students are frightened of numbers...
The fear of maths is common. The good news is that fear is a learned behaviour you can easily overcome. Here are our top tips. 1. Face the Fear Talk...