In the Know – Activities for National Coding Week!

In recognition of National Coding Week, this week’s newsletter is all about ways to get your child interested in the wonderful world of coding. Not only does it get their ... Read more

In The Know – Young People geared for Success!

by Uvendri Pillay In The Know What's new? Young people

Young people may be feeling the pressure of being back in school but, if your child gets the right start to the academic year, it may feel much less daunting. ... Read more

In The Know – Is it a Bird or Is it a Plane?

by Uvendri Pillay In The Know What's new? Young people

As the holidays draw to a close, it is young people’s last chance to enjoy what the summer holidays has to offer in London. This week we bring you three ... Read more

In the Know – Science, Technology and Gold!

by Uvendri Pillay In The Know What's new? Young people

With less than two weeks until the school term starts, most young people will be feeling a little bit more restless! The activities in this week’s newsletter will help to ... Read more

In the Know – Activities to Explore, Experience & Escape!

by Uvendri Pillay In The Know What's new? Young people

Holiday activities for young people don’t have to exclude parents and guardians. This week we have fun activities for the entire family! Here are three fun-filled family activities to prove ... Read more

In The Know – Could Your Child be the next Jamie Oliver?

by Uvendri Pillay In The Know Parents What's new? Young people

There’s always time during the holidays to pick up new skills! Our newsletter this week takes a look at some exciting training workshops for young people. Who knows? They might ... Read more

In The Know – Get Creative this Summer!

by Uvendri Pillay Careers In The Know What's new? Young people

This week our newsletter takes a look at some creative learning opportunities for young people! The summer holidays are a perfect time for young people to explore the vast range ... Read more

In The Know – Explore Career Options!

by Uvendri Pillay Careers Events In The Know What's new?

We all know that learning does not always have to take place in a classroom. One of the best ways you can learn is by trying out new things outside ... Read more

In The Know – Creative Activities for the Holidays!

by Uvendri Pillay In The Know What's new? Young people

The holidays are often a time when parents run out of activities to keep their children stimulated, excited and off the couch! This week, we give you 3 great opportunities ... Read more

In the Know – Creative competitions for the summer!

by Uvendri Pillay In The Know What's new?

If your child loves photography, art or creative writing, this newsletter is for you! We have put together some of the best creative competitions available for young people to enter ... Read more

In the Know – STEM activities for this summer!

by GT Scholars What's new? Young people

The summer holidays are fast approaching and we’ve put together some STEM ideas and activities to keep your child busy and not bored over the holidays! The Maths Marathon – ... Read more

In the Know – Summer volunteer opportunities!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

Volunteering for a local cause or charity provides useful skills to young people, while also increasing their social responsibility and community involvement. Volunteer experience can also be used to build ... Read more

In the Know – Apprenticeships at top companies!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

Leading social mobility charity, The Sutton Trust, reports that good quality apprenticeships offer lifetime earnings on average better than many degree courses. They also offer the opportunity to ‘earn while ... Read more

In the Know – Ideas for the summer!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

Summertime is all about having fun, but it can also be the perfect time for your child to improve their grades, learn something new, or prepare for university during the ... Read more

In the Know – Work experience and CV-building resources!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

To get into the university or career that they want, young people need to have a CV that displays well-rounded experience, resilience and the ability to balance different activities. Together ... Read more

In the Know – Exciting STEM opportunities!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

Science, technology, engineering and mathematics offer fascinating learning experiences and rewarding career opportunities. In fact, STEM jobs are expected to grow at double the rate of other occupations creating 142,000 ... Read more

In the Know – Upcoming scholarship opportunities!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

University can be quite expensive, but there are many different ways young people can access funding for tuition, accommodation or books. One such way is through a scholarship programme. Here ... Read more

In the Know – Explore the world of journalism and media!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

A career in journalism is a rewarding and exhilarating experience. You get to explore what is happening in your community, city or around the world, and you get to investigate ... Read more

Meet one of our Volunteer Mentors – Sophie Germain

by Marilyn Private tuition Private tutors Volunteers What's new?

Who are the volunteer mentors of GT Scholars? Every once in a while we conduct an interview with one of our amazing volunteers so we can introduce them to you ... Read more

In the Know – Activities to sharpen your writing skills!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

Writing skills such as creating original content, using good grammar and having a varied vocabulary will be indefinitely useful to young people. With a well-honed skill and a strong grasp ... Read more

In the Know – Get ready for the working world!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

It was International Workers Day on Tuesday, so this week we want to tell you about a few work experience opportunities that your child may be interested in. Nothing prepares ... Read more

In the Know – Cultural activities for young people!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

It is important for young people to be exposed to cultural activities and subject areas like art, history, poetry and music. It opens their minds to new experiences, deepens their ... Read more

One-to-one Online Tutoring is growing in popularity – and it’s showing no signs of slowing down

by GT Scholars Growth mindset Private tutors What's new? Young people

In recent years, the demand for private tutoring has grown at a phenomenal rate. The many challenges facing the traditional education system have deemed a proactive approach from stakeholders outside ... Read more

In the Know – Apprenticeships to accelerate your career!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

It’s the beginning of the final term of the year, but we know that most young people are already thinking about what to do after school. One option is to ... Read more

In the Know – Engineering and tech events this month!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

Several years ago, most promising graduates from top universities used to flock to rewarding careers in finance. Today, on the other hand, young people are increasingly pursuing jobs in tech ... Read more

Apprenticeships should be promoted as a strong alternative to university

by GT Scholars Mentoring What's new? Work experience Young people

One of the main questions asked by recruiters around the world is whether a job applicant has the relevant experience for the role applied for. Experience can be one of ... Read more

In the Know – Resources for aspiring doctors!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

The medical profession will always be considered to be well-respected and noble. You get to save lives and what can be more precious than that? Doctors will always be needed, ... Read more

7 Ways you or an online tutor can boost your child’s literacy, vocabulary and oracy at any age

by GT Scholars Growth mindset Parents What's new?

Language and communication skills are considered to be the fundamental building blocks for how we, as social beings, convey our thoughts, feelings and ideas. For children, the very first exposure ... Read more

In the Know – Spring STEM activities!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

With the season of Spring officially beginning, we are sure that your child is eager to put their winter jackets away and step into the warm sunshine (when it does ... Read more

A recap of our Career Day 2018: Finding Your Passion

by GT Scholars Events What's new?

GT Scholars is a not-for-profit social enterprise that provides tutoring, mentoring and enrichment events for young people aged 11-18. As part of our Academic Programme and Awards Programme, scholars have ... Read more

In the Know – Volunteer opportunities to build new skills!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

Building new skills is important for all young people. It allows them to explore interesting fields, learn more about their strengths and it look greats on their CV. It is ... Read more

Seven character traits of a successful student

by GT Scholars Growth mindset Improving attainment Mentoring Post 16 Private tutors What's new? Young people

No one student is alike, some students get good grades and others don’t. Perhaps some students operate with more integrity than others or perhaps some are greater leaders than others. ... Read more

In the Know – Activities for British Science Week 2018!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

British Science Week is an annual ten-day celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths, featuring entertaining and engaging events and activities across the UK for young people and adults. Below ... Read more

7 Ways to Use Technology for Good

by GT Scholars Growth mindset Post 16 What's new? Young people

Parenting can be challenging at times as it is, but parenting in the 21st century certainly brings on board a whole lot of different concerns. Especially when it comes to ... Read more

In the Know – Apprenticeship opportunities to kick-start your career!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

An apprenticeship gives young people hands-on experience, a salary and the opportunity to train while they work, and is available across a wide range of industries and organisations, from local ... Read more

The Financial Value of an A grade

by Marilyn Post 16 What's new? Young people

During your secondary school years, you often don’t realise that your decisions and actions can have a long-term impact on your future. Young people are often ignorant of the fact ... Read more

In the Know – Get behind a camera and shine!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

Almost everyone has access to a camera these days. This creates so many career and skill-building opportunities for young people. From photography to film and TV to online media and ... Read more

Think you don’t need maths tutoring? Think again!

by GT Scholars Growth mindset Post 16 Private tuition University What's new? Young people

Imagine for a moment that you are sitting in a restaurant. A waiter walks over to your table to take your order, “One double cheeseburger, a medium chips and a ... Read more

In the Know – Plan your career and reach all your goals!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

Career planning is an essential part of a young person’s personal growth and development, and it is an opportunity for them to maximise their potential. It is also an effective ... Read more

It is never too early to introduce your child to personal development and mentoring

by GT Scholars Growth mindset Parents What's new? Young people

It is never too early to introduce your child to personal development Most psychologists will agree that temperament and environment influence the development of a person’s personality the most. It is ... Read more

In the Know – STEM activities for girls!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

In the UK, only 25% of science, technology, engineering and mathematics graduates are female, and only 21% of the STEM workforce is made up of women. This lack of women ... Read more

7 ways you or a private tutor can reignite your child’s love for learning

by Marilyn Growth mindset Parents What's new? Young people

Learning is an important activity which is necessary to keep our brains healthy and active. We begin to learn from the moment we are born and continue to do so ... Read more

In the Know – Scholarship opportunities for young people!

by GT Scholars What's new?

Scholarships are important for two obvious reasons – the financial assistance it provides for students wanting to study and the benefit of being part of a programme that recognises your ... Read more

In the Know – STEM opportunities in 2018!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

There are many people who have an aptitude for working in science, technology, engineering and maths disciplines, and are naturally drawn to jobs in these fields. If your child is ... Read more

Ways you or a tutor can help your child excel without being pushy

by Marilyn Improving attainment Mentoring What's new? Young people

As parents, carers and teachers, we all know and understand that children have different mindsets, learning abilities and motivation levels which we need to consider and support when it comes ... Read more

Could your mindset be preventing your child from learning?

by GT Scholars What's new?

Parents have a direct impact on their child’s mindset, and the same can be said of a carer or teacher, even they can potentially influence a child’s mindset. Children observe ... Read more

In the Know – Master studying for your exams!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

Exams may seem challenging or difficult, but if scholars adopt the right mindset and equip themselves with the right tools, strategies and techniques, they would be able to breeze through ... Read more

Why equality in education and private tutoring is a realistic and worthwhile pursuit

by Marilyn Narrowing the gap Social mobility What's new?

Imagine a world where every student is able to reach their full academic potential, it would be an incredibly amazing world. A good education is one of the most important ... Read more

7 Benefits of One-to-one Online Tutoring

by GT Scholars In The Know

It is a known fact that students perform better when receiving one to one tutoring. Online tutoring is growing in popularity, and with reason. It can be just as effective ... Read more

Meet one of our volunteer English tutors – Roberta Wiafe

by GT Scholars Private tutors Volunteers Young people

Every now and then we interview one of our remarkable GT Scholars volunteers to find out who the person behind the volunteer is. Without our dedicated volunteers, our mission would ... Read more

Meet one of our volunteer Maths tutors – Janet Cheney

by GT Scholars Private tuition Private tutors Volunteers What's new?

Our volunteers are truly exceptional people that are passionate about making a difference in education and doing their part in improving social mobility. We would like you to get to ... Read more

In the Know – Get a career head start!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

In a competitive job market, young people can certainly benefit from getting a head start in their career. By introducing careers early on with your child, you give them the ... Read more

In the Know – Teamwork is the name of the game!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

Young people need to learn how to work in teams as it is almost certain that they will work alongside others, whether it’s for a school project, a group assignment ... Read more

Young People and Entrepreneurship

by Marilyn Parents Social mobility What's new? Young people

The importance of entrepreneurship in the economy cannot be stressed enough. It also goes hand in hand with innovation, which will be non-existent if not for entrepreneurship. The benefit of ... Read more

In the Know – Work experience opportunities to make your CV stand out!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

There many reasons why work experience is important for young people. It increases the chance of finding a great job after school or university, it allows young people to explore ... Read more

7 Reasons Why Every Young Person Needs A Mentor

by GT Scholars Mentoring What's new?

A mentor can have an extremely positive influence on a young person’s life, however, the effectiveness of mentoring is often overlooked. A mentor is someone who the mentee can depend ... Read more

In the Know – Discover the joy of mathematics!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

If you want to develop your child’s interest in maths, then take a look at these fun opportunities. They are great ways for your child to discover the joy of ... Read more

In the know- Bringing a story to Life

by Marilyn In The Know What's new?

Is your young person full of creative ideas? Then why not try animation? The demand for animators is growing around the world. It’s a great way to combine artistry with ... Read more

Life is not fair and other messages parents and private tutors need to start telling their kids

by Marilyn What's new?

As parents we love our kids and we want to protect them from some of the harsh realities of this life and the disappointment that goes along with it. But, ... Read more

In The Know – Going Digital!

by Marilyn Growth mindset In The Know What's new?

Being tech savvy has become one of the most important skills to have in our technology-driven world. Have a look at these activities and courses that can help young people ... Read more

7 ways you can make your school a better place

by Marilyn What's new? Young people

We spend a great part of our lives in school and we all have our views on what would make our school a better place. There are many ways ranging ... Read more

In The Know – The universal language of music

by GT Scholars In The Know What's new? Young people

Music is known to boost brain power, improve memory and it can also contribute to your child’s confidence and social skills. Here are a few enrichment activities to consider as ... Read more

Could you join us as a volunteer tutor? Supporting our scholars with Maths, English or Science (up to GCSE)

by GT Scholars Private tutors Volunteer roles

We’re looking for graduates and undergraduates that can help make a difference in young people’s lives! Our online volunteer tutors provide academic support to pupils throughout the year. We’re looking ... Read more

In The Know – Engineering to the rescue!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

This week we focus on opportunities within the engineering sector. With important issues such as the environment and energy resources hanging in the scale, knowledge of engineering is important for ... Read more

7 Ways you or a Maths tutor can boost your child’s skills in Mathematics

by Marilyn Parents Young people

Mathematics is one skill you cannot go without in life. It is the basis of all things and it forms part of our everyday lives. From buying a bus ticket, ... Read more

In the Know – Investing in your future!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

We don’t often talk to young people about financial matters, but it is important for them to understand things like trading and investing, compound interest and budgeting. This week we’ve ... Read more

Meet one of our Science tutors – Arunita

by GT Scholars Private tutors Volunteer roles Volunteers What's new?

Our volunteers are amazing people that are passionate about making a difference in education. We would like you to get to know who they are and what they do at ... Read more

We need private tutors to teach children that failure is a part of learning

by Marilyn Growth mindset What's new?

Firstly, let’s understand this: to learn we must fail. Yes, that’s right. Failure provides us with opportunities to learn and an opportunity to reflect. Like Thomas Edison once said: “I ... Read more

In the Know – Half Term Enrichment Ideas

by GT Scholars In The Know Private tuition What's new?

We have found some fun activities for your child to get wrapped up in. Now is the perfect time to learn something new and what better time to do it ... Read more

7 Traits of parents with successful children

by Marilyn Growth mindset Parents What's new?

There is no set manual to follow when it comes to raising successful children but psychological research has narrowed down a few factors that will most likely result in success. ... Read more

Meet one of our volunteer Maths tutors – Elizabeth

by GT Scholars Volunteer roles Volunteers What's new?

Our volunteers are amazing people that are passionate about making a difference in education. We would like you to get to know who they are and what they do at ... Read more

In the Know – Prepare for Take Off!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

A career in aviation offers many exciting opportunities for advancement in piloting, engineering as well as aircraft manufacturing, maintenance and airport operations. Possible career opportunities range from working in commercial ... Read more

10 Websites young people can use to learn anything online

by GT Scholars What's new? Young people

Knowledge is power! Learning new things can change your life for the better. It will give your self-esteem a boost and it will also affect the way you do things ... Read more

12 Things You Can Do to Breathe More Life into Your CV or Personal Statement

by GT Scholars University What's new? Young people

The saying goes: “You never get a second chance to make a first impression.” That is why a great CV or personal statement is extremely important. It is a representation ... Read more

In the Know – Become a filmmaker this October!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

This October sees the annual BFI Film Festival, undoubtedly UK’s biggest celebrations of international cinema. Among the many festival events that are happening, we want to tell you about great ... Read more

In the Know – Let your voice be heard!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

In the past, young people were often told to only speak when they are spoken to. Although respect for elders is still an important value, today’s young people are being ... Read more

An Interview With Our Founder, Temi Kamson

by GT Scholars Our Impact Our story Private tuition What's new?

If you ever wondered about the story behind GT Scholars and how it was founded, then watch this interview with our founder, Temi Kamson. Temi has a Masters in Civil ... Read more

In the Know – Make a difference in the world!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

When young people are faced with injustice, they are keen to change things for the better. However, they are often told that they are too young to make a significant ... Read more

Growth Mindset: The one thing you or a private tutor should be teaching your child

by Marilyn Growth mindset What's new? Young people

Dr Carol Dweck said it best: “If parents want to give their children a gift, the best thing they can do is to teach their children to love challenges, be ... Read more

7 Ways to Prepare For an Interview

by GT Scholars University What's new? Young people

There are many times in life when you will find yourself needing to prepare for an interview. It could be your sixth form college interview, university interview or a job ... Read more

In The Know – Thinking about your future this September!

by GT Scholars In The Know Parents What's new?

We hope that you are settling in nicely for the new school year. Now that the back to school rush is over, we want to tell you about a few ... Read more

Meet one of our volunteer mentors – Jason

by GT Scholars Volunteer roles Volunteers What's new? Young people

Our volunteers are amazing people that are passionate about making a difference in education. We would like you to get to know who they are and what they do at ... Read more

In The Know: Back to school with the big bang!

by GT Scholars In The Know Private tuition What's new?

Summer is almost over and the new term is almost here. Going back to school can be an exciting or anxious time for young students given the shenanigans they would ... Read more

7 Ways You or a Tutor can Prepare Your Child for Oxbridge

by GT Scholars Parents University What's new?

The University of Oxford and the University of Cambridge (collectively known as Oxbridge) are two of the most prestigious universities not only in the UK but in the world. They ... Read more

Should luck play a part in your child’s academic success?

by GT Scholars Growth mindset Parents Private tuition Private tutors What's new?

Luck is an attractive idea, as it means believing that your success was brought about by chance rather than through your own actions. The problem with chance is that it ... Read more

Five skills you need to get that scholarship you’ve always wanted

by GT Scholars Improving attainment University What's new? Young people

Getting into university is one thing, but being able to financially survive it is another matter. The gravity of the student loans and the increase in the cost of living ... Read more

In The Know: Code Like a Ninja!

by GT Scholars In The Know What's new?

It’s the last day of school for most young people in London and the summer holiday is the perfect time to discover new interests. This week, we’ve listed three activities ... Read more

In The Know: Career Options for Young People!

by GT Scholars Growth mindset In The Know What's new? Work experience

We’re getting closer to the holidays and there are lots of open days and projects for young people that would like to explore their career options. The holidays give them ... Read more

In The Know: Holiday Activities!

by GT Scholars Improving attainment Post 16 What's new? Young people

The school holidays are almost upon us. Young people will get a chance to refresh and engage in other activities that are not academic in nature. With this in mind, ... Read more

Meet one of our volunteer Maths tutors – Alex

by GT Scholars Our Impact Volunteer roles Volunteers What's new?

Every few weeks we conduct an interview with one of our amazing volunteers to find out more about them, why they decided to volunteer with GT Scholars and how their ... Read more

In The Know: Are you nurturing a young Picasso?

by GT Scholars Growth mindset In The Know Private tuition What's new?

Young artists usually find themselves without any channels to showcase their work or developing talent. Below, we have listed some programmes that cater for young artists and gives them a ... Read more

In The Know: Gain Essential Leadership Skills!

by GT Scholars Growth mindset In The Know Private tuition What's new?

This week’s newsletter is all about building leadership skills. Although the unemployment rate for youths between the ages of 16 to 24 is falling, research shows having education and relevant ... Read more

Free download: 21 scholarships, bursaries and awards for young people

by GT Scholars In The Know Narrowing the gap Resources University What's new?

There are hundreds of scholarships, bursaries and awards offered by charities, large corporations and top universities. We’ve compiled a list of 21 scholarships, bursaries and awards for young people in ... Read more

In The Know: Gain Valuable Experience in Film and TV!

by GT Scholars Growth mindset In The Know What's new? Work experience

With the school holidays fast approaching we have compiled a few opportunities for young people who want to gain some valuable knowledge in the film or TV industry. BFI Film ... Read more

In The Know: Activities for World Environment Day!

by GT Scholars Growth mindset In The Know Parents What's new? Young people

Monday 5th June is World Environment Day and this year’s theme is “Connecting People to Nature”. The day aims to encourage awareness and action for the protection of the environment. ... Read more

In The Know: Half term activities for young people!

by GT Scholars In The Know What's new? Young people

It’s almost half term and most students will be looking forward to taking a break from academia! We have put together a selection of activities that young people can enjoy ... Read more

In the know: Scholarships for young people!

by GT Scholars In The Know Resources University What's new?

We often get questions from young people at our events regarding scholarship, bursary and award opportunities, available to home students. In response to this, we have compiled a list of ... Read more

7 Personal Qualities of a Good Tutor

by GT Scholars Private tuition Private tutors Volunteer roles Volunteers What's new?

Tutors have risen in popularity over the past few years due to a growing need for personalised learning and the noticeable benefits of one-on-one teaching. According to a report done ... Read more

In The Know: Opportunities for Young People to Improve their CVs

by GT Scholars Growth mindset Improving attainment In The Know What's new? Work experience

The competitive nature of the workplace of today, makes it imperative for young people to improve their chances of getting employed, as early as possible. With that in mind, we ... Read more

In The Know: Want To Be An Athlete? Here are some opportunities for aspiring athletes and coaches.

by GT Scholars In The Know Resources What's new?

The month of May is National Walking Month which has been set aside to promote healthier lifestyles. This week we have listed a number of opportunities for young people that ... Read more

7 Personal Qualities of a Good Mentor

by GT Scholars Volunteer roles Volunteers What's new? Young people

Mentorships provide an ample amount of benefits to both the mentee and the mentor. In a corporate setting, older or more established business owners or managers take on a younger, ... Read more

In The Know: Interested in Music and Acting? Here are some opportunities for budding artists.

by GT Scholars Growth mindset In The Know Private tuition What's new?

Tomorrow is International Dance Day and this day is celebrated every year on the 29th of April. The day after that is International Jazz Day and in recognition of these ... Read more

In the know: Prizes, opportunities and awards for budding writers

by GT Scholars Growth mindset In The Know What's new? Young people

It’s World English Language day on the 23rd of April. In recognition of the day, we’ve put together some opportunities for young people who are interested in writing or pursuing ... Read more

In The Know: World Health Day!

by Kate Lacey In The Know University What's new? Young people

Today marks the 67th World Health Day, which aims to draw attention to global health issues. The following are some programmes that offer youngsters, who are interested in healthcare, a ... Read more

How we provide affordable private tutoring for children from low income homes

by Temi Kamson Improving attainment Narrowing the gap Private tuition What's new? Young people

Research from Sutton Trust’s shows that 42% of students in London have paid for private tutoring at some point in their academic careers. In addition to this, privately educated pupils ... Read more

$In The Know: Let’s explore maths!$

In The Know: Let’s explore maths!

by Kate Lacey In The Know What's new? Young people

In honour of Mathematics Awareness Month happening this month across the pond in the States, we thought we’d bring you a few maths-related opportunities a little closer to home. Maths ... Read more

The story behind GT Scholars – More than just a tutoring programme

by GT Scholars Growth mindset Our Impact Our story What's new?

Why start another education charity? Did you know that young people from the lowest income homes (Household income under £16,190) are only 4% likely to gain entry into a Russell ... Read more

In The Know: Summer School options

by Kate Lacey In The Know University What's new? Young people

Although it might not seem like it, summer is not that far away! Instead of playing on the computer or watching the television for the whole holiday, your child could ... Read more

A Recap of our Careers day 2017: Work experience, Role models and Gamification

by Temi Kamson Our Impact Our story What's new? Work experience Young people

I’d like to say a huge thank you to everyone that attended our annual careers day on Saturday 18th March 2017. We had a brilliant turnout and an inspirational panel. I ... Read more

In The Know: Ideas for the Easter holidays!

by Kate Lacey In The Know What's new? Young people

The first day of spring is almost here! It also happens to be #InternationalDayofHappiness on Monday, so we thought we’d bring you some fun, entertaining ideas for activities that are ... Read more

In The Know: Let’s celebrate British Science Week!

by Kate Lacey In The Know What's new? Young people

Today is the start of British Science Week! This ten-day celebration of all things science, technology, engineering and maths has inspired us to dig up some great activities and events ... Read more

In The Know: It’s #NationalApprenticeshipWeek!

by Kate Lacey What's new?

National Apprenticeship Week starts on Monday and so, with apprenticeships at the forefront of the news, we thought we’d get on board. Here are some options that you and your ... Read more

Careers day on Saturday March 18th 2017

by GT Scholars Our Impact What's new?

Apprenticeships or university? Which university? Which course? How do you choose the right career? How can I get access to scholarships? Saturday 18th March is our annual free Careers Day ... Read more

8 things you need to consider when choosing a tutoring programme

by Xana Loyola Growth mindset Parents Private tuition Private tutors What's new?

Research from the Sutton Trust shows that 42% of pupils in London aged 11-16, have had private tutoring at some point in their academic careers. This shows that private tutoring ... Read more

In The Know: Your child’s future!

by Kate Lacey Events In The Know University What's new? Young people

We hope you’re having a wonderful week! Today we are focussing on university and beyond as we bring you several events and programmes that can give your child a head ... Read more

5 reasons why extra homework may be negatively affecting your child’s chances in life

by Kate Lacey What's new? Young people

The topic of homework is currently at the centre of hot debates, not just in the UK but across Europe, as people argue about the possible negative effects that it ... Read more

In The Know: The world of media for young people

by Kate Lacey In The Know What's new? Young people

We’re talking about the media this week! Your child may have a dream of pursuing a career in entertainment but not know how to get into it. Fortunately, we’ve got ... Read more

10 Free learning apps to learn everything from Geography to Human anatomy

by Kate Lacey Improving attainment Resources What's new? Young people

We know that young people spend way too much time on their phones but did you know that there are a multitude of apps available online that could boost your ... Read more

In The Know: Ideas for half-term!

by Kate Lacey In The Know What's new? Young people

Half term is nearly here and you may be wondering how to keep your child occupied and stimulated. Here are a few events and workshops for a range of ages that ... Read more

In The Know: Encourage your child to tell their story!

by Kate Lacey In The Know What's new? Young people

Tomorrow marks the start of National Storytelling Week, which aims to encourage people both to tell their stories and listen to other peoples’ stories. Here are some ideas to help get ... Read more

In The Know: It’s a tech world out there!

by Kate Lacey In The Know What's new? Young people

This week we’re looking at all things tech! The digital world is an integral part of our everyday lives and this is especially true for young people today. We have ... Read more

In The Know: Volunteer programmes for young people

by Kate Lacey In The Know What's new? Young people

This week’s newsletter is all about volunteering. If your child is looking to boost their CV or Personal Statement, volunteering can be a brilliant way to do this. Here are 3 volunteer programmes ... Read more

In The Know: Social mobility, Sutton Trust & STEM programmes

by Kate Lacey In The Know What's new? Young people

Happy New Year! We hope you are having a great start to the year! We know that it can be difficult going back to work and school after the holiday ... Read more

In The Know: Opportunites for A-level students

by Kate Lacey In The Know What's new? Young people

As we come to the end of 2016, we’re looking ahead to the new year and to what is out there for your older children. We’ve found 3 exciting opportunities that ... Read more

In The Know: Join our new Facebook group!

by Kate Lacey In The Know What's new? Young people

We’ve got 15 days until the end of 2016 – We can’t believe how fast the year has gone by. In this week’s email we’re sharing a few bits of information ... Read more

In The Know: Something for everyone!

by Kate Lacey In The Know What's new? Young people

Is your child keen to get into the STEM industries?? Or maybe they’re a budding entrepreneur? Whatever your child is interested in, here are three diverse opportunities that could inspire them. Broadcom ... Read more

Have you ever wanted to form a new habit or get rid of an old one?

by GT Scholars Growth mindset What's new? Young people

It’s easy to think that some people are smart and others aren’t. Growth mindset teaches us that every one can improve. This video takes growth mindset one step further by ... Read more

12 tips to help young people build homework and study habits

by Kate Lacey Improving attainment Parents Resources What's new? Young people

It can be extremely stressful for the entire family when a child struggles to complete their homework or study for an exam. Fortunately, it does not have to be this ... Read more

In The Know: Three interesting opportunities for your child!

by Kate Lacey In The Know What's new? Young people

We hope you’re having a great Friday so far! This week we have three exciting, diverse opportunities for you and your child to explore. The first two are for 16-17 ... Read more

What will you gain from the programme?

by GT Scholars Growth mindset Our Impact Parents What's new? Young people

GT Scholars is no ordinary tutoring programme! Our scholars benefit from improved grades, increased confidence, motivation and raised aspirations. Click on the video to find out what our scholars have ... Read more

A message to young people – It’s never too late to get started on your dreams!

by GT Scholars Growth mindset Improving attainment What's new? Young people

We know that young people face a range of challenges when working towards their aspirations. You may have huge ambitions but doubt you’re own abilities. Here’s a little dose of ... Read more

Croydon youth get an educational boost from GT Scholars

by GT Scholars Private tuition What's new? Young people

In case you haven’t heard already, GT Scholars has recently received funding to continue it’s programme in the London borough of Croydon. The programme will be running during the academic year ... Read more

Is Helicopter Parenting Affecting Your Child’s Progress?

by Elaine Mead Growth mindset What's new?

What is Helicopter Parenting? Helicopter parenting might not be a term you’re particularly familiar with, but you are probably familiar with the type of parent it refers to – you ... Read more

Do You Have a Growth Mindset and Why Does That Even Matter?

by Elaine Mead Growth mindset What's new?

Growth Mindset is something you’ll hear quite often in schools at the moment, and it’s about time! Professor Carol Dweck establishes that there are two types of mindset amongst individuals ... Read more

Need private tutoring support for your child? – Read this first!

by Kate Lacey Improving attainment Private tuition Resources What's new?

Many parents contact us to request after-school homework support, one-off private tutoring sessions, private home tutoring and last minute revision classes for the days leading up to their child’s GCSE ... Read more

Will Private Tuition benefit my Child?

by Elaine Mead Growth mindset Improving attainment What's new?

When it comes to private tuition, there’s no “one size fits all’ or blanket consensus that it will definitely benefit every child. It comes down the individual child, their goals ... Read more

Could you donate your photo/videography skills?

by GT Scholars What's new?

The role: We are always in need of professionals to take high quality photos and videos at our events. We would love to hear from you if you are a ... Read more

Could you contribute to our blog as a guest blogger?

by GT Scholars What's new?

About the role: Do you have a message, a story or experience that you’d like to share with our readers? Our blog articles are read by parents and young people across ... Read more

Could you become an ambassador for GT Scholars?

by GT Scholars What's new?

Ambassadors: Our ambassadors are a network of dedicated volunteers that actively promote and support GT Scholars in their spare time. Ambassadors can be undergraduates, graduates or professionals. Availability: Ambassadors are ... Read more

Join our panel of speakers

by GT Scholars What's new?

Speaker panel: We hold a range of courses, workshops and events throughout the year and we are always looking for graduates, undergraduates, apprentices and other professionals to share their experiences ... Read more

We need to make sure students are well informed about their options post 16

by Lawrence Williams Narrowing the gap Post 16 Private tuition Private tutors What's new?

Post 16 options Every young person is required to be in some form of education or training from the ages of 16-18. These years can be an incredibly exciting period, ... Read more

7 things to think about when choosing a university

by Lawrence Williams Private tuition Private tutors University What's new? Young people

University can be one of the most exciting and rewarding times in your life. But before you get there, there is the challenge of choosing the right university. I went ... Read more

Choosing a university course? 5 tips from a recent graduate to help you make the right choice

by Lawrence Williams Growth mindset Private tuition Private tutors University What's new?

So you’ve been working really hard preparing for university, you’re pretty sure you’ll get the grades and maybe you even know which university you’ll go to… but there’s a huge ... Read more

Parents: Local libraries are closing and what this means for educational equality

by Katie Dawes Improving attainment Narrowing the gap Parents Social mobility What's new?

Recently, the BBC reported that around 343 local libraries in the UK closed in the last six years. The rest of the article continues to discuss the effects this has ... Read more

Busting 4 Common Concerns About Private Tuition

by Temi Kamson Growth mindset Narrowing the gap Parents Private tuition Private tutors Social mobility What's new? Young people

Parents are becoming increasingly concerned widespread cuts to our education system, so it’s no surprise that reports are showing that more children than ever are using private tutors. Headteachers have ... Read more

Parents: How to Secure Your Child’s Future in an Unpredictable World

by Katie Dawes Growth mindset Improving attainment Parents Private tuition Private tutors Social mobility What's new?

Last month the British public voted to leave the EU. Whether you are for or against the UK’s break away from the union, it’s safe to say that the future ... Read more

Seven ways to improve yourself academically

by Temi Kamson Growth mindset Improving attainment Private tuition Private tutors Resources Social mobility What's new? Young people

Many students will find themselves underachieving academically at some point. Studying for a qualification or degree was never meant to be easy. If you’re looking to improve yourself academically then ... Read more

7 Gifts and Talents You May Not Realise Your Child Has

by Elaine Mead Private tuition Private tutors Social mobility What's new? Young people

Sometimes we get so focused on the measurements of talent and success – high grades, participation in sports, winning competitions – that we can forget our children already possess a ... Read more

Are students becoming too reliant on private tutors?

by Temi Kamson Growth mindset Improving attainment Private tuition Private tutors What's new? Young people

There are many reasons why hiring a private tutor might seem like a good idea for your children. If they’re genuinely struggling in a subject then they can provide them with ... Read more

It’s never too early to teach young people about careers

by Elaine Mead Growth mindset What's new? Young people

How young is too young to start encouraging your child to think about their future career? As far as I’m concerned there is no age limit, and it’s never too ... Read more

3 hidden benefits of group tutoring

by Kaylia Dunstan Improving attainment Narrowing the gap Parents Resources What's new?

With a growing popularity in private tutoring, particular one-to-one home tutoring, many people have asked us why we developed a programme based on group rather than individual private tutoring. Our ... Read more

3 ways to boost your child’s academic confidence

by Kaylia Dunstan Improving attainment Parents What's new?

The way your child feels about their subjects often dictates how successful they are in getting good grades. We’re not talking about self-esteem here, but self confidence – the perception ... Read more

The world of free online education

by Katie Dawes Post 16 Resources University What's new?

Next month is the 25th anniversary of the World Wide Web. In the last 25 years, we have seen posted letters turn into e-mail and witnessed the birth of social ... Read more

Are you managing your time effectively?

by Katie Dawes Resources What's new? Young people

We all know how stressful studies can be, especially before exams. When it comes to your studies, research has shown that having good time management skills can not only improve ... Read more

Could private tutoring be detrimental to your child’s future?

by Katie Dawes Growth mindset What's new?

In the last ten years, the number of UK students receiving private tuition has increased from 18% to 25% and theories vary on whether this is a result of stretched resources in ... Read more

7 things to think about when choosing a university

by Lawrence Williams Post 16 University What's new?

University can be one of the most exciting and rewarding times in your life. But before you get there, there is the challenge of choosing the right university. I went ... Read more

Choosing a university course? 5 tips from a recent graduate to help you make the right choice

by Lawrence Williams Post 16 University What's new?

Why run free enrichment events for young people from low income homes?

by Temi Kamson Our story

Every so often people will ask us why we run free events. Why put so much effort, time and funding into our events? Why offer free food?! The information we share ... Read more

Research from Demos and Big Change – Mind over matter

by GT Scholars Growth mindset Research

This scoping report explores the concepts behind, evidence supporting and application of growth mindset through qualitative and quantitative research. It explains the key concepts in mindset, and describes why mindset ... Read more

What would happen if your child embraced a growth mindset?

by Temi Kamson Growth mindset What's new?

Dr Carol Dweck is a Stanford professor and one of the world’s leading researchers on motivation. Her research on growth mindsets and fixed mindsets has had a profound impact on ... Read more

Careers day on Saturday March 18th 2017

by GT Scholars Events What's new?

Apprenticeships or university? Which university? Which course? How do you choose the right career? How can I get access to scholarships? Saturday 30th April is our Careers day for young people. ... Read more

Information session (Thursday March 30th 2017)

by GT Scholars Events What's new?

Would you like to find out more about GT Scholars? Would you like your child join our next intake of scholars? If so, you’ll need to join us at one ... Read more

What makes a successful scholar – After-school tuition and revision classes? – Part 1

by Temi Kamson Growth mindset Narrowing the gap

With so many challenges and changes facing the state school education system, it would be too easy to blame it all on poor teaching and poor leadership in schools. However, ... Read more

What makes a successful scholar – Is private tutoring enough? (Part 2)

by GT Scholars Growth mindset Narrowing the gap

Rather than focusing on what independent schools are doing right and what state schools are doing wrong, we should really be looking at the attitudes and behaviours that you would ... Read more

What makes a successful scholar – A culture of self-motivation, strategy and support (Part 3)

by GT Scholars Growth mindset Narrowing the gap

Maths tutoring, English tutoring and Science tutoring are becoming more and more popular in schools. Private home tutoring, after-school tutoring and revision classes are on offer in many schools yet ... Read more

NESTA research on tutoring and mentoring programmes

by GT Scholars Research

There is strong evidence supporting tutoring and its impact on young people’s academic results. Mentoring provides role models for young people to aspire to, and coaching can help them to join ... Read more

Evidence from Sutton Trust supports combined intervention programmes

by GT Scholars Research

We’re pleased to see that research from Sutton Trust published in December 2015 has shown that mentoring, multi-year combined interventions, personalised application information and assistance, residential programmes and tutoring are the strategies ... Read more

Getting into Journalism

by GT Scholars What's new? Work experience

ITV News and Media Trust have teamed together to bring BREAKING INTO NEWS for young people aged 18-25 that are interested in building a career in journalism. Apply by Monday ... Read more

Extra-curricular activities to boost your personal statement or CV

by Katie Dawes Post 16 University What's new? Young people

Your teenage years can be consumed by getting the grades for work or University. But it doesn’t all have to be about studying! Taking part in extracurricular activities not only ... Read more

Join the youth advisory board!

by GT Scholars What's new?

We’re looking for young people aged 13-16 to join the youth advisory board for GT Scholars. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative, ambitious and business minded young people ... Read more

How to get started as a Volunteer Tutor

by Temi Kamson What's new?

We’re always looking for volunteers that can support our scholars by tutoring Maths or English up to GCSE. Volunteer tutors must be university students or graduates and must be available ... Read more

A huge thank you to EY Graduates

by GT Scholars What's new?

Earlier this month we had the opportunity of gaining free support and advice from graduates at EY. We had a brilliant couple of days meeting some impressive graduates with Ernst ... Read more

Volunteer with V-Inspired

by GT Scholars What's new?

Are you aged 14 or above? Have you got a bit of spare time on your hands? Would you like to make a difference and help someone or support a ... Read more

Fantastic opportunity for young people in Year 12 – Applications close 21st December 2016

by GT Scholars What's new?

Social Mobility Foundation- "The smartest thing I did all year" from Social Mobility Foundation on Vimeo. ... Read more

Study tips from a beauty blogger!

by GT Scholars What's new? Young people

Listen to useful study tips from a young beauty blogger that achieved A*s and As at GCSE. She’s not a GT Scholar but we think most 15 year olds could ... Read more

Our name has officially changed to GT Scholars

by GT Scholars Our Impact Volunteers What's new? Young people

For anyone who has been on the pilot programme you will be aware that we used the phrase GT Schools to describe the programme. We’re now incorporated as a Community ... Read more

The importance of the name ‘GT Scholars’

by GT Scholars Growth mindset Our Impact Volunteers What's new? Young people

When we launched the GT Scholars programme, we wanted to create a programme that would have a high impact on students attainment, particularly for students from lower income homes. We wanted ... Read more

Education charity support: A game of luck

by GT Scholars What's new?

Understanding the typical charity funding model: One of the biggest challenges with education charities is the limited amount of funding that they have. Every charity has to use its funding to determine ... Read more

Dear Me – A great message to every teenage girl!

by GT Scholars What's new? Young people

We stumbled upon this online and thought it would be good to share on the GT blog. It’s a great message to every girl. Enjoy… ... Read more

TEDxYouth@Croydon 2015

by GT Scholars What's new?

We love TED talks and we love Croydon… so what could be better than TEDxYouth@Croydon?! TEDxYouth@Croydon returns on Saturday 14th November 2015. Watch the video below to see the sort ... Read more

We’ve won the Lloyds Start-up award from School for Social Entrepreneurs!

by GT Scholars Our Impact What's new?

We’re pleased to announce that The GT Scholar’s Progamme recently won the LLoyds Start-up Award from School for Social Entrepreneurs! Launched in April 2012, the Lloyds Bank Social Entrepreneurs Programme is ... Read more

All you need to know about 11+ exams & Grammar schools

by GT Scholars Resources

The GT Scholars programme has a primary focus of helping pupils gain excellent grades throughout school especially in their SATS, GCSEs and A-levels. We follow topics from the National curriculum ... Read more

Russell Group Universities: What are they and do they matter?

by GT Scholars Narrowing the gap University

With so many courses to choose from and so many things to consider, choosing the right university can be tough. Students have to think about the grade expectations, if they ... Read more

Girls into Science, Engineering, Technology and Maths NEED to know about “Stemettes”

by GT Scholars Young people

If you are a girl interested in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM), then you need to know about STEMETTES! You may or may not know that there is a ... Read more

What is a growth mindset?

by GT Scholars Growth mindset Young people

“Whether you think you can, or you think you can’t–you’re right.” ~ Henry Ford Research has shown that mindset and attitude have a huge impact on achievement at school and ... Read more

Demystifying Oxbridge: 10 things you may not know about Oxbridge

by GT Scholars Narrowing the gap University

Oxbridge is the collective term used to identify two of the most prestigious universities in the UK and in the world, namely the University of Oxford and the University of ... Read more

Apprenticeships are fast becoming an alternative to university

by GT Scholars University Work experience

As you may already know, at GT Scholars we believe that getting into a highly competitive university is an excellent way to get into a highly competitive career. But what ... Read more

Let’s get rid of ‘average’

by GT Scholars Growth mindset What's new? Young people

While ‘average’ may be a good way to describe the middle group of children, when you look at each individual child you will discover that no child is ‘average’ Every ... Read more

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