GCSE Maths Timetable 2027 Explained Exam Dates, Key Information & Everything You Need to Know If you’re searching for the GCSE maths timetable, you’re probably wondering when the exams take place, how long exam season lasts, and what you should…
Breakthrough Maths nominated for National Tutoring Awards I am delighted to say that Breakthrough Maths has been nominated for an award for the National Tutoring Awards in the UK, run by The Tutors Association. We have been nominated for the…
Parents Guide to GCSE Results 2026 It’s a big day. I see the same mix of excitement and nerves from students and parents about GCSE Results 2026 as I do every year, and that’s completely normal. Although I didn’t sit…
Higher or Foundation – GCSE Maths Explained The age old question: should I do higher or foundation GCSE Maths? Usually the decision is made after the Year 10 mocks in the summer. Depends on the school though. There’s a lot…
I think the first thing to realise is that a dip in maths results is common. I see it a lot and it's not unheard of to drop 30, 40, 50% in maths out of the blue almost
How We Train Our Maths Tutors As you’ll probably know from my TikTok, I believe great teaching starts with energy. What I demand and instil in every one of our maths tutors is that Breakthrough Maths has its own philosophy when it comes…
I think the first thing people need to realise with Breakthrough Maths is it's very different than traditional tutoring. With tutoring it's often times face-to-face or one-to-one with a local student or local teacher. That I felt is very expensive and ineffective.
Proud Sponsors of Britain GAA Last week, I had the pleasure of visiting the Northern Games, and I came away genuinely inspired. It made me incredibly proud of the partnership we have built with Britain GAA. At Breakthrough Maths, we’re…
How Do 11+ Exams Work? A Parent’s Guide If your child is approaching the 11+ exam, you’re probably hearing lots of new terms such as verbal reasoning, non-verbal reasoning, grammar schools, and selective admissions. It can all feel a little…
What learning style suits your child best? Your first instinct is to focus on what your child needs to learn. Maths. English. Verbal reasoning. Non-verbal reasoning. Vocabulary. Timed papers. All of those things matter. However, here’s a factor that often…
