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How to Achieve a Grade 9 in GCSE English

At Satchel Learning, we’ve helped many students secure top grades in English – including the elusive Grade 9. Achieving this level is no small feat. It takes skill, dedication, and a strong strategy. But it also takes resilience. Because as...

June 13, 2025

The Importance of Reading for Pleasure at All Ages

English

The Importance of Reading for Pleasure at All Ages

At Satchel Learning, we believe that reading for pleasure is one of the most powerful tools for lifelong learning and personal growth. Whether you’re five or fifty, the habit of reading widely and regularly offers a host of benefits –...

June 13, 2025

How to Tell If Your Child Is Struggling at School

English Maths

How to Tell If Your Child Is Struggling at School

It’s not always easy to tell when a child is having a tough time at school. Some children withdraw quietly, while others act out in frustration. As a parent, it’s natural to want the best for your child, but with...

June 13, 2025

Coming in 2026: Key Changes to GCSE AQA English Language Exams

English GCSE

Coming in 2026: Key Changes to GCSE AQA English Language Exams

AQA are introducing a series of ‘light but meaningful’ updates to make GCSE English assessments clearer and more accessible from Summer 2026. Clarity First AQA’s updates aim to streamline comprehension and creative questions: – Paper 1, Q1 becomes multiple-choice, replacing...

June 13, 2025

11 Plus

FSCE Parent Guide

This is a summary of the guide that Future Stories Community Enterprise provide for parents of children looking to take the 11 plus in the FSCE format. This format is used in the 11 plus entrance exams for North Halifax,...

June 12, 2025

11 Plus

FSCE 11 Plus Updates

Future Stories Community Enterprise, who produce the 11 plus test for Crossley Heath, North Halifax and Heckmondwike Grammar Schools, have recently updated their guides to their exam format. As they do not publish actual exam papers, these guides offer the...

June 12, 2025

11 Plus

11+ Registration Dates

Heckmondwike Grammar School Registration Opens: Monday, 12th May 2025 Registration Closes: Monday, 23rd June 2025 (midday) Entrance Exam Date: Monday, 15th September 2025 Details: Parents must register their child online to sit the entrance exam. Additional information and registration forms...

May 23, 2025

11 Plus

Grammar School Open Evenings 2025

Grammar School Open Evenings 2025 Heckmondwike Grammar School Dates: Wednesday, 18th June 2025, and Thursday, 19th June 2025 Time: 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Details: Prospective students and their families are invited to tour the school, meet staff and current...

May 23, 2025

Maths

Why Finger Counting Holds Children Back in Maths

Many children come to Satchel Learning because they are struggling with maths. During their free Starting Satchel meeting, we often notice the same issue: they rely heavily on their fingers to solve even simple problems like 4 + 3 or...

May 8, 2025

English

Brilliant at Maths and Science… But Hate English?

At Satchel Learning, we often work with secondary school students who are excelling in maths and science—but who find English a real struggle. Motivation is low, grades are disappointing, and many students can’t wait to drop English as soon as...

April 17, 2025

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How to Achieve a Grade 9 in GCSE English

The Importance of Reading for Pleasure at All Ages

How to Tell If Your Child Is Struggling at School

Coming in 2026: Key Changes to GCSE AQA English Language Exams

FSCE Parent Guide

FSCE 11 Plus Updates

11+ Registration Dates

Grammar School Open Evenings 2025

Why Finger Counting Holds Children Back in Maths

Brilliant at Maths and Science… But Hate English?

How to Achieve a Grade 9 in GCSE English

The Importance of Reading for Pleasure at All Ages

How to Tell If Your Child Is Struggling at School

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