Exams & Assessment

BTECs and T Levels Explained

A parent's guide to BTECs and T Levels - what they are, how they compare to A-levels, UCAS points equivalence, and which route might suit your child.

GCSEs Explained: A Parent's Complete Guide

A comprehensive parent's guide to GCSEs covering the 9–1 grading system, subject choices, assessment methods, and what results mean for your child's future.

SATs Explained: What Parents Need to Know in 2025

SATs are taken in Year 2 and Year 6 - here's what they test, how they're scored, and why they matter (and don't matter) for your child.

School League Tables 2025: How to Read Them

League tables can be misleading. Here's how to read Progress 8, Attainment 8, and other key metrics - and what they actually tell you about a school.

What is the EPQ (Extended Project Qualification)?

Everything parents and students need to know about the Extended Project Qualification, including formats, assessment criteria, UCAS tariff points, and university recognition.

What is the International Baccalaureate (IB)?

A complete guide to the IB Diploma, including how it compares to A-Levels, what subjects are available, and which UK schools offer it.

Understanding School League Tables

Go beyond the headlines: understand the methodology behind school league tables, what Progress 8 and Attainment 8 actually measure, and how to use performance data critically.

What Are A-Levels?

A-Levels are the most common post-16 qualification in England. Here's how they work, what subjects are available, and what grades mean.

What is Progress 8? A Simple Explanation

Progress 8 measures how much progress pupils make between the end of primary school and their GCSEs. Here's how it works and what the numbers mean.

What is Attainment 8?

Attainment 8 scores measure the average GCSE results across a school. Here's what the numbers mean and how to interpret them.