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International Youth Day 2019
International Youth Day 2019 brings to attention the 1.8 million young people in the world. This is the largest youth[...]
National Playday 2019
The 7th August is National Playday 2019! This special day highlights the importance of play in children’s lives. On[...]
SATs and GCSE Curriculum Change
Did you know there was a SATs and GCSE curriculum change in 2016 and 2017? New grading systems are put[...]
Top 10 Tips to Prevent Summer Learning Loss
The summer holidays are a well deserved break after a year of hard work. Key exams like SATs, the Eleven[...]
Year 5: Summer Tuition Sessions for the Eleven Plus Exam
With just 63 days to go until the Eleven Plus exam, it is important to start preparation early in order[...]
World Youth Skills Day
Today is World Youth Skills Day, bringing to light the importance of youth development in their education and abilities. Starting[...]
Summer Kids Coding Lab
Did you know that StudyBox offers a Kids Coding Lab summer course? This course will introduce your child to coding[...]
Year 4 Eleven Plus Exam Course with StudyBox
The Eleven Plus exam can be daunting. Everyone wants to secure a spot at their secondary school of choice, which[...]
National School Sports Week
This week is important because it celebrates schools all over the country participating in P.E. Since National School Sports Week[...]
Introducing a Coding Course For Kids During May Half Term
This May half term, StudyBox will be introducing a coding course for students. Further courses will then be made available[...]
An additional tuition centre for StudyBox at Kidspace, Croydon
In April, StudyBox opened its latest tuition centre. In addition to our centres in Wallington, Sutton and Epsom we now[...]
Dotting the i’s and crossing the t’s for SPaGs and SATs preparation
Although literacy has always been a key element of the SATs format for Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2[...]
Exercise and education: the perfect formula for success
Evidence for the positive effect of exercise on learning is gathering pace. The benefits of exercise on attention control, which[...]
Why private tuition?
Many students find that mainstream education doesn’t have the resources to provide sufficient one-to-one attention from teachers. Parents are turning[...]
Importance of reading skills
Importance of reading skills Reading skills are critical for children's development, studies have shown a link between competency in reading[...]
Help your child improve their maths skills
Help your child improve their maths skills Maths can be a tricky subject for many people and as a parent,[...]
How to improve children’s concentration skills
How to improve children's concentration skills For your child to make the most of their education, it is vital that[...]
Easy Back-To-School Breakfasts
Easy Back-To-School Breakfasts It’s almost time for back to school, which means the crazy school mornings are back! It’s important[...]
Five ways StudyBox Tuition can really complement school learning
Five ways StudyBox Tuition can really complement school learning When it comes to after-school tuition, parents have many questions such[...]
How to prepare your child for secondary school
How to prepare your child for secondary school We've prepared five ways to help your child prepare for secondary school[...]
How to support your child this exam results day
How to support your child this exam results day The run-up to exam results day can prove to be an[...]
Why is Science Important?
Why is Science Important to learn? Science is everywhere in our day to day lives. It can help to answer all[...]
New Times Tables Test for Year 4 Students
16th June 2018 Sophie Lambert, Tutor at StudyBox Sutton New Times Tables Test What is it? The government have introduced[...]
Encouraging Your Child to Read
11th June 2018 Annabel Yates, English Tutor at StudyBox Sutton Encouraging Your Child to Read English Reading Skills Reading is[...]
Understanding the new GCSEs:
5th June 2018 Harriet Nokes, GCSE Tutor at StudyBox Wallington Understanding the new GCSEs: What you need to know What[...]
Encouraging Creative Writing
23 May 2018 Annabel Yates, English Tutor at StudyBox Sutton Why creative writing is important Creative writing is important for[...]
Importance of Education in 2017
Importance of Education in 2017 In a fast-changing world where the most valuable skill you have is your knowledge, a[...]
Ways to expand your child’s vocabulary
Ways to expand your child’s vocabulary It is common that children learn quicker than Adults. A child’s vocabulary expands as they[...]
How to prepare for the SATs
How to prepare for the SATs SATs exams are taken by year 2 and year 6 students. It helps the[...]
Year 1 Phonics test
Year 1 Phonics test: All you need to know A phonic screening test is a type of test that is[...]
What is SPAG?
SPAG stands for spelling, punctuation, and grammar. SPAG is useful for every child due to several reasons. The consideration of[...]
Tips for Passing 11 Plus Exam
Do you want your child to attend State Grammar schools in England? To attend the prestigious Grammar schools your child[...]
How to tell if your child needs a tutor
Does your child struggle to do homework? Do you have to push them in doing it? Have you tried to[...]
Mental maths, why is it important for children?
Mental maths, why is it important for children? Every child can train their brain for mathematical calculations. There is a[...]
Tips to keep your child’s mind active over the summer holidays
Tips to keep your child's mind active over the summer holidays During the holiday season, learning can easily take a[...]
Successful exam preparation tips for students
Successful exam preparation tips Exams are stressful for everyone. Even the most academically minded of students can become nervous and[...]
Get Tips For Stress Free Homework
Tips for stress-free homework Homework is a necessary part of education and can teach your child discipline, organisation and provide[...]
Tips For You To Teach Your Child At Home
Tips for teaching your child at home Every parent wants to ensure that their child has the best opportunities when[...]
How Private Tuition Can Reduce Stress For Parents
You come home after a stressful and busy day at work. You muster up the energy to cook, tidy up,[...]
How To Improve English Reading Skills
Five tips on how to improve your child's English reading skills There are very few things more important to your[...]
GCSE exam preparation
With the 2017 GCSE exams only a matter of months away, preparation is vital. The key to preparation is being[...]
Boost Your Child’s Confidence
Boost Skills In English And Maths And Improve Your Childs Confidence Student Self-Esteem The early school years play a major[...]
Why Learn Our Times Tables?
One of the hardest maths tasks for young children (and some older ones!) is learning their times tables. A recent[...]