Science Tutors - The Study Solution

We can learn so much from failing.

We need to stop fearing it as it can equip us to start again - but better!

Did you use a particular study technique and it didn't work? Try a new way!

If you feel like you need a little help in seeing how to turn failures into your very best opportunity - DM me and I will let you know some of the ways I can help you boost your grade.

Top 3 Websites for GCSE and IGCSE Students

I am asked all the time what website I recommend for GCSE and IGCSE revision, particularly for Maths and Science students - so I decided to put my favourites together for you to check out.

Let’s buckle up and check out what I consider 3 of the very best revision websites out there.

1. Save My Exams (www.savemyexams.co.uk) 

- Packed with great notes, exam tips and full of past papers and exam questions by topic. 

- Clearly laid out information with helpful pictures along the way

- Paid subscription option with even more support - though you will get lots of help even if you just use the free pages!

2. Physics and Maths Tutor (pmt.physicsandmathstutor.com)

- Don’t be deceived by the name! Also has Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Geography, English, Psychology, Economics and Computer Science.

- Crammed full of really useful information - past papers, notes, flash cards, questions by topic and much more.

- Used by my students (and myself!) for years!

3. Maths Made Easy (www.mmerevise.co.uk)

- Great for Maths, Science and English this website is great.

- Practice workbooks for each topic - as well as those very important solutions.

- Presented clearly and colourfully

Do you have any favourite websites? I would love to hear them - leave a comment below!

Working hard to get the grades you want at A-level can sometimes feel like the biggest obstacle you could ever face.

When I’m finding something difficult, feeling like I can never achieve what I want, I always find I’m able to dig deep and focus on my inner belief. A belief that has been built up over time , remembering when I did overcome obstacles to what I wanted to achieve, when I did succeed in a difficult task or test. 

Building that inner self belief is key in knowing you are capable of getting what you want out of your studies.

Start  building that belief today, comment below on a time when you thought you couldn’t overcome an obstacle and you did it, and then commit that thought to memory, building the belief bit by bit 

Charlotte x

3 Things To Do This Half Term

Organise Your Notes

If you are anything like me, the term starts and you are super keen and eager. You buy lovely new folders and notebook and make sure all your work is perfectly organised in the right place…

Then reality kicks in, school gets busy an before you know it you’re just throwing everything into your bag where it all accumulates, a rather crumpled mess!

This half term is the perfect opportunity to catch up with you organising - something you will be very thankful for as exam time approaches.

Catch Up on Challenging Topics

Often we get taught things at such a pace it can feel like we are on a neverending treadmill - moving forward is the only option! However, if you find a topic or concept confusing you need to go back to it - something that can be very difficult when you are continually being taught new information in term time.

Half term provides the perfect stop button on that treadmill - allowing you to go back over those tricky topics and give them a little extra time.

You will not regret mastering these over half term!

Rest

Do not underestimate your mind and body’s need to rest. Learning is demanding of our energy and your brain needs some time out! Make sure you schedule time with friends and family so that when you get back to school you are feeling refreshed and excited to learn again.