Back to all resources
After 6 months of school closures, students finally returned to the classroom this September. After what has certainly been one of the lengthiest summer vacations in recent history, we’re sure most parents are wondering just how their child is coping with the new term: travelling to school on a daily basis, spending time in a real classroom and interacting with their teachers face-to-face are now all distant memories!
To help your child hit the ground running this term, we’ve compiled a few of our top back to school resources below, recommended by parents just like you.
Mrs Wordsmith
Research shows that children learn words 90% more effectively when doing so in small chunks, as opposed to cramming in one sitting. Based on this fact, Mrs Wordsmith helps children aged 4 - 11 build their literacy skills and boost their vocabulary in short, easily-digestible lessons. With their books, games and fun worksheets, your child will become a master storyteller in no time. But watch out, your child may soon have a more expansive vocabulary than you!
EasyA
Looking for a maths tutor? EasyA’s award-winning app connects students with their expert Oxbridge maths tutors in minutes, so your child can get help whenever they need it: students simply snap a photo of their question to connect with their own Oxbridge tutor, 1:1. Their innovative app has been called “magical”, “indispensable” and “the future of learning” by parents across the UK. Not to mention, their tutoring is 100% virus-free!
For myTamarin newsletter subscribers, EasyA is offering a 20% discount on all tutoring sessions for this month. Email hello@easya.co.uk, quoting Tamarin20 to claim your discount.
Night Zookeeper
While you may not yet know whether your child wants to be an author, a certain degree of creative writing skills are an important part of any child’s education. For parents looking to build their child’s writing and reading skills, Night Zookeeper is an online writing tool that uses games, puzzles and other challenges to improve vocabulary, grammar and inspire story creation in a fun and engaging way. Never force your child to study again!
Kano PC
In a world where digital literacy is becoming increasingly important, Kano PC is a computer designed to help children begin their journey into the world of technology. Centred around learning, Kano PC’s goal is to be every child’s first computer. Their innovative Software Studio application contains lessons on coding, science and design, so your child can get a head start learning how to build apps, understanding the basics of astronomy or researching the concepts underlying bridge building. If only we had one when we were growing up, we might be better at using our computers!
RSL Educational
If your child is going for their 11+ or GCSE exams this year, RSL Educational’s resources might just be the perfect companion. For those looking for no-nonsense exam prep, the site features many free videos and past papers created by Robert Lomax, a former teacher at Christ’s Hospital and tutor in Hong Kong, Italy and London. His extensive experience in secondary school admissions has helped students achieve excellent results, winning places at top schools across the country.
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