Welcome to the PMT Education Blog, a hub catering to students, parents, and teachers alike. Here, you’ll find a wealth of articles and resources designed to empower all members of the educational community. Explore topics ranging from student success and parenting tips to teaching strategies and more.
AQA English Language Paper 1 Question 5 is the creative writing task worth 40 marks. This guide shows you how to approach writing both a description and a narrative opening, including planning your ideas, using ambitious vocabulary, and nailing SPaG. It’s packed with practical tips to help you tackle the question with confidence.
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AI is now part of your child’s schoolwork—but is it helping, or doing the thinking for them? This article breaks down what you need to know about AI’s impact on learning, including critical thinking, decision-making, and problem-solving skills, and offers practical tips to help your child use AI wisely.
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Discover how Rosenshine’s Principles of Instruction can transform your classroom teaching. This article breaks down Rosenshine’s 10 evidence-based strategies—from modelling and scaffolds to questioning and guided practice—and offers practical tips to help students understand, retain, and apply knowledge more effectively.
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Effectively tutoring learners with maths anxiety can transform their experience of maths. By revisiting the fundamentals, addressing knowledge gaps, practising exam techniques, and creating a safe, supportive environment, you can help students build confidence and reach their full potential.
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Students
VSEPR theory is central to organic chemistry, helping predict molecular shapes and bond angles. This guide explains how electron pairs arrange themselves to stay apart, with clear examples. By learning the basic shapes and effects of lone pairs, you’ll be ready to tackle any exam question on molecular geometry.
Parents
From university entry to future career opportunities, A Level grades play a vital role in your teen’s next steps. But how does the A Level grading system actually work? Our “A Level grades explained” guide covers everything parents need to know, including how A Level grades are calculated, how they translate into UCAS points, and more.
Teachers
What is pedagogy? This article explores three key pedagogical approaches—constructivism, direct instruction, and enquiry-based learning—examining the theory behind each and practical strategies for the classroom. Understanding these principles helps to make intentional choices that support student success.
Tutors
Wondering how to become a tutor as a student? This guide has you covered. You’ll find plenty of practical tips on how to get started, including why joining a trusted platform like PMT Education is a great option. Plus, discover why tutoring as a student can be the perfect way to balance study, income, and personal growth at university.
Tutors
Worked examples break problems into clear, logical steps and reveal the reasoning behind each one—making them a powerful tool in online maths tutoring. In this article, you’ll discover why worked examples are so effective and how to integrate them into your sessions to boost student understanding, confidence, and exam performance.
Teachers
Explore the best apps for teachers! From lesson planning and classroom management to interactive learning, gamification, and more, these teacher apps help save time, engage students, and make classroom life a little easier. Whether you’re new to teacher tech or looking to refresh your digital toolkit, there’s something here for everyone.
Students
Freshers’ week is packed with events, society fairs, and new faces, all designed to help you settle in before lectures begin. From navigating wristbands and freebies to making friends and surviving Freshers’ flu, this guide outlines what to expect, how to make the most of the week, and some tips to help you start university on the right foot.
Parents
Wondering how your child’s GCSE grades are determined? In this guide to GCSE grade boundaries 2025, we explain how grade thresholds are set, when they’re released, and why they matter. You’ll also find updated grade boundaries for key subjects once published—plus data from previous years to help put your child’s results into context.
Parents
Curious about how grade boundaries might affect your teen’s results? Our guide to A Level grade boundaries 2025 covers everything you need to know, from what they are and how they’re set to why they change each year. We’ll also share the latest grade boundaries for key subjects alongside data from previous years.
Students
Didn’t receive the results you expected? If you’re only a couple of marks away from the next grade up—or your university place hangs in the balance—requesting an A Level remark could make a difference. This article covers everything you need to know, from understanding the process to deadlines, costs, and success rates.
Students
Unsure whether to request a GCSE remark? If your results were lower than expected, especially if you’re just a couple marks away from the next grade up, a review of marking might be worth considering. This guide covers everything you need to know—from success rates and costs to deadlines and next steps if your grade doesn’t change.
Teachers
What makes a good teacher? This article explores the qualities that matter most, from subject knowledge and planning to empathy, humour, and adaptability. Grounded in classroom experience, it offers a thoughtful take on what really helps teachers build connection, confidence, and lasting impact.
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