Welcome to our blog…
We share insights, inspiration, and practical advice to support your child’s educational journey. Whether you're a student preparing for exams at the UK’s elite schools, a parent looking for the right tutor and support, or an educator interested in tutoring best practices, you've come to the right place.
In our blog, we share:
Tried-and-tested strategies to boost learning and confidence
Real-world stories and reflections from our tutors and students
Expert tips on study skills, exam techniques, and teaching approaches
Updates on educational trends and how we’re evolving to help students thrive
All articles are written with our mission in mind: to help students improve their grades and inspire a genuine love of learning.
How to plan your 11+/GCSE English Creative Writing
Struggling to keep your stories focused or your characters consistent? With just a few minutes of thoughtful planning, students can transform their creative writing, making it clearer, richer and far more enjoyable to produce. Our tutors share simple, practical techniques to help young writers build confidence, structure their ideas and create stories that truly come to life.
Study hacks to quickly improve your grades: 3 Tutor-approved strategies
Struggling to improve your grades or help your child stay motivated? Our tutors share three evidence-based study strategies that make revision more focused, productive and confidence-building. From creating the right study environment to understanding exam marking schemes and using active learning techniques, these tips will help students make meaningful progress quickly, at any exam level.
The secret to improving your vocabulary and spelling
Building a strong vocabulary is one of the most powerful ways to boost confidence, comprehension, and academic success. At Beatrix Woodhead & Associates, we believe that every student can become a clear, expressive writer, with the right habits, consistency, and a love of learning. Discover three simple ways to improve your vocabulary and spelling that really work.
Five ways tutoring can benefit your child
Tutoring is about more than improving grades, it’s about unlocking a child’s confidence, motivation, and love of learning. At Beatrix Woodhead & Associates, we’ve seen how personalised, one-to-one guidance can help students flourish both academically and personally. Discover five ways tutoring can make a lasting difference to your child’s progress and mindset
Will online tutoring work for my child?
The biggest advantage of online tutoring is the wider pool of specialised tutors that you can choose from. Your child can be taught by the right tutor, regardless of where in the UK or overseas they live, ensuring that you can find a specialist who best fits your child’s needs.
Three secrets to great 11+ Creative Writing
Want to ace your 11+ creative writing exam? At Beatrix Woodhead & Associates, we’ve tutored lots of students in your situation, and we’ve learnt what the examiners are looking for. Here are our top three tips on how to quickly improve your creative writing score:
What makes a great tutor? Our 5 top tips
At Beatrix Woodhead & Associates, our tutors consistently strive to improve their students’ grades, and work hard to inspire their future studies, leaving a tangible impact on their future success…