How to support your teenager who isn’t sitting exams this summer

It’s been a strange few weeks as the world has apparently tilted on its axis and shaken up everything we thought we knew for certain. While adults all over the UK are adjusting to working from home, many of our teenagers are facing the prospect of months at home with their families without the revision they thought they had in front of them.

It’s an unprecedented situation to be facing, and as young people they can’t be expected to have all of the skills to deal with what has happened to them. So here’s my advice for how best to support your teen through this unexpected period of nothingness. Continue reading “How to support your teenager who isn’t sitting exams this summer”

Unconditional university offers – are they good or bad?

There’s been a trend in the last few years for unconditional university offers – but are they good or bad?  As a parent it can be a stressful time supporting a teen through the university application process and getting your head around this type of offer, so I thought it would be useful to share some thoughts. Continue reading “Unconditional university offers – are they good or bad?”

Supporting your teen with their personal statement for uni

At this time of year, a large number of teens (and their parents!) are travelling the country visiting universities and thinking about their options for courses and locations.

A big challenge for many young people is how to stand out with a personal statement which truly represents them and gives the universities a reason to consider their application seriously. As a parent it can be stressful when trying to help, so here is my guidance to help you support your son/daughter.

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