Category English

Creative Writing for the Faint Hearted

Over the years, I have had countless requests to teach creative writing. Parents have said that their child’s writing is, ‘too robotic,’ ‘doesn’t make any sense,’ ‘is going nowhere,’ and is fundamentally, ‘boring.’ I, too, have read too many samples…

The Conscious Teacher 11+ Reading List

11 Plus Reading List

We know preparing for the 11+ exams can be a daunting task, both for students and their parents, and that’s why we created an extensive 11+ reading list. One of the most effective ways to get ready for the 11+…