Navigating the labyrinth of Winchester College admissions can feel like trying to solve a Rubik’s cube blindfolded. It’s a prestigious boys’ school in the UK popular with HK students, and getting in is no small feat. Never fear: Brandon boys have consistently been successful in their applications to Winchester College since 2005! The 13+ entry…
read moreIn our previous post, we explored three engaging video games that can help enhance your child’s logic and problem-solving skills, perfect for preparing your child for ISEB and CAT-4 pre-tests which are used for entry to UK boarding schools and Hong Kong international schools. Now, we’re excited to share two additional titles that continue this…
read moreWhen one thinks of video games played by children, the reaction is usually met with disdainfrom disgruntled parents. It is true that in this technological age, much time is spent emphasising how kids these days should stay away from screens at all costs. However, the impact of playing video games on cognition is only now…
read moreLunar New Year will grace us at the end of January, and this poem beautifully captures the essence of spring and renewal. Written by the esteemed Tang Dynasty poet Meng Haoran (孟浩然), it reflects his deep appreciation for nature. Below is the original Chinese text along with its English translation. Spring Dawn (春晓) By Meng Haoran…
read more1: Prepare early by laying the groundwork in maths and English. 2: We have noticed that our students from local schools have fantastic numeracy skills but need to familiarise themselves with word problems. 3: Vocabulary is the key to verbal reading success – read, read, read; this way, you’ll be used to seeing words which…
read moreThe Christmas break can be a wonderful time for family bonding, yet as the school term draws to a close, it can be easy for children to forget all the work they have completed and focus on the Christmas excitement. Here are three ways to ensure your child’s brains remain active and stimulated while still…
read moreThis poem appeared on an IGCSE English Literature paper. Written in the early 20th century, poet Robert Bridges explores the transformative power of snowfall in the bustling city of London. He invites readers to experience the quiet stillness that blankets the city, reflecting on how nature can briefly suspend the chaos of urban life. London…
read moreTwelve challenging and rewarding books which should read before the age of 12. They will stay with you for life.
read moreI have just finished reading Alice’s adventures in Through the Looking Glass, so here is a tongue-in-cheek mirror-world version of my usual tips! 5: Have no idea about the school (including the name sometimes!) Seriously, this is really an issue, particularly when agencies have big fairs, generate a list of schools and then plonk the…
read moreWhat if you could transform the way your child experiences stories? Drama can help children not just see words on a page, but provide them with opportunities to explore and the freedom to imagine. Performance allows the words on the page to come to life, and ignites a new way of experiencing a story. Actors, sets,…
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