📝 The ThinkRise Blog

Short, practical English & Maths tips for learners, parents and ESOL students — plus links to free games so you can practise straight away.

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Learning Tips

October Half Term: Keep Learning Going, Without the School Feel

Simple, low-pressure ways to keep English and Maths ticking over during half term.

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Vocabulary

10 Common English Spelling Mistakes (and How to Fix Them)

Separate, definitely, their/there/they're and more — explained simply, with easy fixes.

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Back to School

How to Prepare for Your Child's Parents' Evening

Practical questions to ask and how to prepare, including for families new to the UK school system.

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Exam Prep

GCSE Mock Exams: A Realistic October Revision Timetable

A simple revision timetable built around short daily sessions rather than last-minute cramming.

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ESOL

Understanding the UK School Year: Terms and Key Dates Explained

Terms, half terms and INSET days explained clearly for families new to the UK school system.

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Grammar

English Prepositions Made Simple: A Beginner's Guide

In, on, at, by, since — learn the difference between the most common English prepositions with easy examples.

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ESOL

ESOL for Beginners: How to Start Learning English From Scratch

A practical roadmap for absolute beginners starting their ESOL journey — what to learn first and how.

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Vocabulary

10 Simple Ways to Build Your English Vocabulary Every Day

Easy daily habits that grow your word bank without feeling like extra homework.

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Maths

Fun Maths Practice for Children: Why Games Help Kids Learn Faster

The reasons game-based Maths practice builds stronger number confidence than worksheets alone.

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Learning Tips

Learning English Through Games: Why Play Works Better Than Drills

How gamified practice keeps learners motivated and helps new vocabulary stick.

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Grammar

English Grammar Exercises: Mastering Tenses Step by Step

A clear breakdown of the English tense system with practice exercises for every level.

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