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Best brain foods to eat before an exam and for revision

From berries and oily fish to wholegrains and nuts, learn how smart food choices can sharpen focus, boost memory, and keep your energy steady during revision. Ideal for students preparing for GCSE, A-level, or university exams.

16 Nov, 2025 Student 7 min read

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A Level and AS Level Exam Dates 2026 - Key dates and timetables

This guide lists the summer 2026 exam dates for A Level and AS Level. They are listed by subject and board, with clear tables for Maths, English, Sciences and other popular subjects. Includes the official window and the contingency day.

11 Nov, 2025

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Calculate percentage change - GCSE Maths Exam Revision

Percentage change means increasing or decreasing a value from its original amount. This guide explains the core formula, with worked examples for calculator and non-calculator papers. We also explore successive and reverse percentage questions. Quiz questions are included.

04 Nov, 2025

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Characters in Pride and Prejudice - GCSE English Literature

Explore the major and supporting characters of Pride and Prejudice. Elizabeth and Darcy develop through their interactions, Bingley’s openness contrasts with Wickham’s deceit, and the authority of Lady Catherine represents the strictures of society. Key quotes are included. Suitable for GCSE English Literature revision.

27 Oct, 2025

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Top 10 Hardest GCSE subjects - Choosing your GCSEs

When deciding on GCSE options, one consideration is the difficulty of the subject. This guide ranks the 10 hardest GCSE subjects in order, using 2025 UK results plus real challenges like maths load, content volume and exam style. Get a clear snapshot of difficulty, what each subject demands and practical next steps.

20 Oct, 2025

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Retake GCSE exams - A guide to retaking GCSEs

You can retake your GCSEs at any age and any number of times. This guide explains what subjects you have to resit, the key dates (including exam windows), and how the booking process differs if you are still at school or if you are a private candidate, such as an adult. We explore the typical cost to resit per subject, tips to lift your grade on the next attempt, and Fundamental Skills as a GCSE alternative qualification.

13 Oct, 2025

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Best brain foods to eat before an exam and for revision

From berries and oily fish to wholegrains and nuts, learn how smart food choices can sharpen focus, boost memory, and keep your energy steady during revision. Ideal for students preparing for GCSE, A-level, or university exams.

16 Nov, 2025

Illustrated banner on a mint-green background with calendar, clock, and tick icons, reading

10 min read

A Level and AS Level Exam Dates 2026 - Key dates and timetables

This guide lists the summer 2026 exam dates for A Level and AS Level. They are listed by subject and board, with clear tables for Maths, English, Sciences and other popular subjects. Includes the official window and the contingency day.

11 Nov, 2025

Percentage Change GCSE cover: flat illustration of a student with notebook beside percent sign, up/down arrows, calculator, and bar chart; headline reads “Percentage Change (GCSE) – Simple Steps & Examples.”

6 min read

Calculate percentage change - GCSE Maths Exam Revision

Percentage change means increasing or decreasing a value from its original amount. This guide explains the core formula, with worked examples for calculator and non-calculator papers. We also explore successive and reverse percentage questions. Quiz questions are included.

04 Nov, 2025

Young woman in a Regency-era dress reading a small book while seated in a sunlit meadow, soft golden light and calm, pastoral mood.

15 min read

Characters in Pride and Prejudice - GCSE English Literature

Explore the major and supporting characters of Pride and Prejudice. Elizabeth and Darcy develop through their interactions, Bingley’s openness contrasts with Wickham’s deceit, and the authority of Lady Catherine represents the strictures of society. Key quotes are included. Suitable for GCSE English Literature revision.

27 Oct, 2025

Confused student choosing GCSE options, surrounded by icons for Maths, Physics, English, Chemistry and Biology – hardest GCSE subjects

15 min read

Top 10 Hardest GCSE subjects - Choosing your GCSEs

When deciding on GCSE options, one consideration is the difficulty of the subject. This guide ranks the 10 hardest GCSE subjects in order, using 2025 UK results plus real challenges like maths load, content volume and exam style. Get a clear snapshot of difficulty, what each subject demands and practical next steps.

20 Oct, 2025

Illustration of a GCSE student reviewing a results sheet with ticks and crosses while revising at a desk, symbolising retaking GCSEs.

12 min read

Retake GCSE exams - A guide to retaking GCSEs

You can retake your GCSEs at any age and any number of times. This guide explains what subjects you have to resit, the key dates (including exam windows), and how the booking process differs if you are still at school or if you are a private candidate, such as an adult. We explore the typical cost to resit per subject, tips to lift your grade on the next attempt, and Fundamental Skills as a GCSE alternative qualification.

13 Oct, 2025

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Famous People Who Used to Be Teachers

Many stars started in classrooms. See which famous people used to teach - authors like Stephen King, actors such as Hugh Jackman, musicians including Sheryl Crow, and leaders like Barack Obama. We explore how lesson planning, presence and clear communication became the skills that powered their careers.

13 Sep, 2025

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How to tutor Maths: A guide to becoming a Maths tutor

Ready to become a Maths tutor but don't know where to start? Our comprehensive guide has you covered! From getting certified to setting your prices, we offer actionable insights for both online and in-person tutors. Whether you're planning to teach GCSE Maths or looking for tips to improve your teaching methods, this is your go-to resource.

20 Oct, 2023

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Best Practices For Effective Tutoring

At some point in academic life, students might struggle with understanding a subject or more. This point is where the assistance of a tutor, who has the perfect understanding of the topic, is employed.

27 May, 2022

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Teaching a music instrument: Tips for success

Teaching another person how to play a musical instrument, or how to improve their technique can be a very rewarding experience. Sharing your enthusiasm and enjoyment for music by allowing others to feel the same feelings.

21 Mar, 2022

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Becoming a tutor with TeachTutti: What you'll need

Fantastic, you're thinking about joining the TeachTutti community! Becoming a tutor with TeachTutti couldn't be easier, we only need a few bits of information from you to create your profile with us. However, we do provide extra protection and peace of mind for our students by verifying and certifying all of our students.

05 Mar, 2022

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What you need to start tutoring: 5 'must have' things

Being a tutor is such a rewarding experience. Providing expertise and tailored learning to students who may require extra help or who want to further their skills. But preparation for lessons is key. There are some supplies and things you need in advance, to ensure that you are prepped to deliver quality tuition every time.

05 Mar, 2022