Why Science Feels Hard (Even When It Isn’t)
A lot of people assume the problem with science is the content. Too many formulas… too many rules… too much to remember. But sit with a student for long enough
A lot of people assume the problem with science is the content. Too many formulas… too many rules… too much to remember. But sit with a student for long enough
Walk into most classrooms and you’ll notice something almost immediately… a kind of invisible contract. Sit still. Pay attention. Follow along. Get it right. It’s a system that has worked
Continue readingWhat Teaching at Summerhill Taught Me About How Students Actually Learn
Working with a tutor can feel like a bit of a gamble Working with a tutor can feel like a bit of a gamble. You’re hoping for clarity… but often
And Why That Matters More Than We Admit A familiar scene plays out in homes across the UK most evenings. A student sits at the table… books open, pen in
Most people assume GCSE exams are testing knowledge. They are… but only partially. What they’re really testing is something else: How well a student can translate knowledge into the format
It’s an odd thing to watch. A student can sit in front of you and explain a scientific concept clearly, logically… even confidently. And then a few weeks later, the
Continue readingWhy Some Intelligent Students Underperform in Exams
This is a phrase I hear quite often after exams: “I knew it… I just didn’t write it right.” It’s usually said with a mix of frustration and quiet confusion.