Hey there, and welcome to the BA Brain Boost Blog! We’re Bradley and Jemma, your guides on this exciting English adventure. You might know us as the tutors from BA English Tuition, but here, we’re less “Mr. and Ms.” and more like your friendly English nerds, ready to drop some wisdom and a few laughs along the way. This blog is all about helping you nail English, tackle exams, and maybe even discover a little love for the subject (we promise, it’s possible!).
Meet the tutors: The real deal 👩🏫👨🏫
Bradley 🌟
“English might be serious business, but learning it doesn’t have to be dull.”
With 15 years of teaching experience, a master’s degree in Educational Leadership, and an experienced senior leader, Bradley has seen it all.
Fun fact: His Year 11 English classes were known for scoring some of the best progress results across the whole school! Bradley’s superpower? Tailoring sessions to each student's unique style—whether they are the silent genius or the king or queen of answering questions. Also, rumour has it he’s a huge Elvis fan. 🧩
Jemma 🌟
The “pedagogy queen” of BA English Tuition.
With 10+ years of experience teaching English at both GCSE and A-Level, as well as a knack for making complex concepts feel crystal clear, Jemma’s helped countless students find their groove with English. She’s also led English departments and is basically an expert at designing English curriculums that don’t make your brain hurt. Fun fact? Jemma is a massive lover of Tik-Tok, and yes, a few of the latest social media trends will make it into the blog! 🎭
So, what’s this blog all about? 🤔
Think of this blog as your personal toolkit for all things English—without the boring bits. Whether you’re here to ace your Year 11 or Year 13 exams (both 'mock' and 'real'), need a little guidance for nailing that essay, or are curious about where English skills can take you in the real world, we’ve got you covered. Plus, we’ll share stories from our own exam (and life) disasters, so you know you’re not alone in the chaos! 🥳
What you’ll find on the BA Brain Boost blog:
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Exam Hacks 🔑
We’ve been in the exam trenches and survived to tell the tale. Expect quirky but practical tips that go beyond “just revise.” Like, did you know that revising in weird and whacky places can actually aid your exam performance? Or that a ten-minute walk can boost your memory by up to 20%? Yeah, we’re not kidding! We’ll drop tips on staying calm, focused, and totally prepared for your mocks and beyond. -
Mental Health & Mindset 🧠❤️
Revision can be stressful, but you don’t have to suffer! We’ll share ways to keep your cool, handle that creeping exam anxiety, and make revision feel less like torture and more like, well, a game (okay, maybe a very strategic game, but you get the idea). You can’t expect to ace English if you’re burnt out! -
Resources We Wish We'd Had 📚💻
Ever spent ages hunting for a decent resource online only to end up down a YouTube rabbit hole? We’ve got your back. From websites to apps to sneaky study tools, we’re sharing all our secret weapons that’ll actually make learning easier—and dare we say, fun? -
True Stories from the Exam Trenches 📜😂
Let’s be real: exams can be weird. Like the time Bradley completely blanked on a poem he’d memorised (but still pulled off a decent grade by making up his own poem and poet for comparison), or the way Jemma referenced “Gemma Collins” in a third year university exam. We’ll share the highs, the lows, and everything in between, so you know that a little stress (and laughter) is all part of the process. -
Careers That Love English Nerds 💼✨
You don’t have to become a teacher (although it can be pretty awesome) to use your English skills in the real world. English opens doors to careers you might not expect—like journalism, marketing, law, and even game design! We’ll show you how your knack for words can take you places.
Where to find us outside the blog 📱📸
Want to stay in the loop with fresh tips and our day-to-day tutoring life? Follow us on Instagram @baenglishtuition for stories, updates, and maybe a meme or two. Trust us, you’ll want to see Bradley’s interesting 'attempts' at become a tuition influencer.
🎓 Key takeaways
- Learning is Personal: There’s no one-size-fits-all for English, so find what works for you. We’re here to help with that!
- Well-being Matters: Exams are important, but so is your mental health. We’ll keep it real about managing stress.
- This Is Your Space: We’re here to make English make sense, be fun, and help you succeed—away from the serious school vibes.
Get ready for our first real post next Friday, where we’ll dive into top exam prep hacks that actually work. We’re talking realistic stuff that you can start using right away—no fancy tricks, just real strategies we know get results.
Happy learning and stay BA....Tuition! 📖
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