Oxbridge Blog

Do you crave a career which guarantees you’ll smile every single day? With flexible hours, that you can fit around your schedule? If the answer is yes, and you also have a passion for helping children to learn and grow, then you might well be interested in a career…

Are you intimidated by the thought of A-level selection? Perhaps you’re unsure about what your next step should be. Or are you considering getting back into studying after taking an absence? We know this can be a tricky decision to make. That’s why we’ve put together…

In the summer of 2020, amidst the chaos of lockdown 1.0, we decided to make dreams come true and give away another Oxbridge scholarship. We asked our students to send us a short video, explaining a little bit about themselves, their hopes and dreams for the future, and why they…

Becoming a teaching assistant promises a rewarding and varied career. Tasked with supporting young people who need extra help, the work is fulfilling and engaging, and no two days are the same. If you’ve recently completed a teaching assistant qualification, it’s safe to assume that the next…

Are you unsure where your career is heading? Perhaps you feel stuck in a rut and ready for something new? In these situations, it can be hard to know what to do and where to turn for help – and that’s where a mentor comes in. Whatever your aspirations, enlisting…

In England, most students will choose nine or ten GCSE topics when they are around 13 or 14 years old. These are then studied over the next two years. Some academically advanced and ambitious students may take eleven or twelve GCSEs at a time. Why does this…

Are you looking to level-up your career or take the first steps towards a new profession? Then gaining a vocational qualification could be the best way to realise your ambitions. In this guide, we’ll take you through the what and the why of vocational learning courses, explaining how…

When it comes to Christmas, every family is different, so everyone’s traditions are unique! To bring back that sense of nostalgia, we asked a few Oxbridge team members what family traditions or memories they have from Christmas’ past. And whilst we may be eating turkey sandwiches wrapped from head to toe in the garden and quizzing with distance relatives over Zoom, some things…

If you’re reading this, we’re going to assume that you’ve already taken A-level courses and they didn’t quite go to plan – either you didn’t get the grades you wanted, or perhaps you took them many years ago and you need updated certificates. Either way, you’re not…

Okay, so you didn’t get the results you were planning for the first time around... Even though this can be devastating, it’s more common than you’d think; in 2019, more than a third of students failed to pass their maths and English GCSEs. Educational experts believe…

The coronavirus pandemic has driven thousands of A-level students to defer their place at university, with many hesitant to dive into the experience amid continuing uncertainty. But Covid isn’t the only reason why students defer going to university. It’s something that hundreds of students do every year for…

If you’re studying with us, you likely have an end goal after qualifying, whether that’s further education or career development. We know you’ve worked incredibly hard to achieve your qualifications, so now we want to help you prepare to ace your job interview. …

With over 3.5 billion smartphone users in the world and almost all of them able to take high-quality pictures, the art of photography is an utmost priority in business. However, telling your friends and family that you want to pursue a career in photography may raise eyebrows. It is…

The vast majority of people interchange nutritionist with dietitian as if they were the same thing. And although these professions are incredibly similar in the functions that they research and serve, they are very different roles. To help you get to grips with the key differences between nutritionists…

In the broadest of terms, psychology is the scientific study of the mind and behaviour, and compared to many of the other sciences, it is one of the most modern and is certainly the most progressive. 150 years ago, psychology was structured in two core theoretical forms: Structuralism and…

Good managers are quite rare, and becoming a good manager can enhance your career prospects significantly. Whether you have recently completed your time in education or have been working for a number of years, there comes a time for most, when you hope to progress into a management position.

"Feelings come and go like clouds in a windy sky. Conscious breathing is my anchor." - Thich Nhat Hanh   Do you ever feel like your mind is too full? Maybe you’re struggling to concentrate and achieve your goals? You need mindfulness. Why?…

What are the benefits of learning a language? From building friendships to increating your job prospects, we reveal all, with tips on getting started.

At aged 61, Olga discovered that there is no barrier to learning. She enrolled on our bookkeeping course in 2019 from her home in sunny Greece. Read about her experience.

A simple, self-reflective task that helps you recognise what you want in life and how to take action, starting today, starting this minute, starting now.

From Oxford to Oxbridge. Meet James Preston, our head maths tutor who is helping students nationwide get their maths qualification in style. Read more...

Meet Paul Dixon - the new enrolments manager at Oxbridge. With decades of experience offering expert advice, we caught five to throw 20 questions his way. Read more...

When was the last time you said you’d do something tomorrow?   Like going to the gym for a proper workout, quitting smoking or spring cleaning your house. Thing is, tomorrow comes and you’re still saying the exact same thing: I’ll do it tomorrow; one more day won’t…

Reaching 50 can feel like a daunting milestone, but don't let it stop you from living life to the fullest! Don't let people dictate how you spend your golden years... if there is something new that you want to learn or an activity that ignites your passion, why not…