Talk Money Week 2025 runs from 3rd November to 7th November and this years theme is “Start the Conversation”. This theme encourages students to talk about the pressures of handling finances. Led by the Money and Pensions Service, this national campaign encourages open, honest discussions about money to improve financial wellbeing across the UK. Talk […]
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More and more families across the UK are choosing to homeschool. But what does that mean—and why are people doing it? Whether you’re curious or as a parent/guardian considering it yourself, here is a summary on what it is and how IXL Tutors can help. What is “homeschooling” Homeschooling means learning outside of a traditional
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Here at IXL Tutors we wanted to wish you a happy GCSE results for those year 11 students who are collecting their GCSE results. This is a big milestone in your life and one to congratulate yourself on no matter what your results may be. You may be sat wondering what to do with your
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Here at IXL Tutors we want to wish you a HAPPY A-LEVEL RESULTS DAY. We hope that you are happy with the results that you have got, but either way you should be proud of the hard work you have put in over the last two years. Here we will go through some of your
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The transition from Year 12 to Year 13 can feel daunting — but it doesn’t have to be. Our Step Up to Year 13 programme is designed to give students the confidence, skills, and head start they need to begin their final A-Level year with momentum. What Is Step Up to Year 13? Step Up
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Mental Health Awareness Week 2025 is this week 12-18 May, and this year, we are celebrating the theme of community. This week is dedicated to highlighting the importance of community in supporting mental health and well-being. What is a community and why is it important? A community is a group of people brought together through
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You may have heard it in the news or from your teachers in the classroom— the UK government has officially backed a ban on mobile phones in schools. But what does this mean for you as a student? Here at IXL Tutors we will break this down on how this may impact you going forward.
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Adolescence “Adolescence” is a 2025 British crime which was released onto Netflix in March in the UK and since then has caused a wider discussion around the difficulties of being young in the new digital age. The premise centres on 13-year-old Jamie Miller, portrayed by Owen Cooper, who is arrested for the murder of his
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Half-term is the perfect time to relax, reset, and have some fun without worrying about exams or coursework. But if you’re looking for ways to make the most of your half term without spending loads of money. Here are some great free and low-cost activities to keep you entertained and active this half-term. You’d be
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With the Euro 2024 just around the corner, the excitement is through the roof. While this year’s tournament will be hosted by Germany, it’s a great time to reflect on the economic benefits the UK experienced the last time it hosted a major football event, Euro 1996. Understanding these benefits can provide valuable insights into how such events can positively impact a country’s economy.
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