Written by NEC Chief Executive Esther Chesterman As the CEO of the National Extension College, I often find myself engrossed in the world of education, striving to bring the best learning experiences to our students. However, nothing could have prepared me for the breathtaking and humbling experience of witnessing Mount Etna’s eruption up close during […]
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Are GCSE Resits Beneficial?
Written by NEC Chief Executive Esther Chesterman – explaining the benefits of GCSE resits. If your exams haven’t quite gone to plan and you are considering taking a resit course, you are not alone. There’s no denying that the exam period can be a stressful time for students, especially when you are relying on a […]
Labour Party’s Education Policies: Transforming Schools and Enhancing Social Mobility
As the CEO of the National Extension College (NEC), I am excited about the Labour Party’s education manifesto becoming a reality under the new government. These transformative changes will significantly impact schools across the UK, promoting inclusivity, equity, and social mobility. Reflecting on our founder Michael Young’s vision, it is clear that NEC’s mission to […]
Labour Party’s Education Policies: Enhancing Social Mobility for Private Candidates, Adult Learners, and Homeschoolers
As the CEO of the National Extension College (NEC), I am thrilled to see the Labour Party’s education manifesto becoming a reality under the new government. This shift brings significant implications for private candidates, adult learners, and homeschoolers—groups we have passionately supported for decades. Reflecting on our founder Michael Young’s vision, it is clear that […]
Why study Politics?
There are many reasons why studying politics is beneficial to students. With talk around general elections, it’s no wonder that politics is a common topic of discussion. Without much knowledge of what’s involved, it can be difficult to feel included and be able to express your views successfully. Whether you are considering a career in […]
Who are NEC tutors and how to become one
A genuine passion for helping learners is key and something that we feel is at the heart of NEC. Here at NEC we love nothing more than helping students of all ages and backgrounds achieve their academic goals, but we wouldn’t be able to do it without our wonderful team of incredible distance learning tutors. […]
What is a distance learning tutor?
What do distance learning or online tutors do? A distance learning or online tutor is similar to a teacher in many ways. Much like a teacher, the role of a distance learning tutor is to provide academic support and guidance to a student; however as the support is provided through distance learning, the service is […]
What is UCAS : University Applications
If you have been thinking about applying to universities and doing some research, there’s a very high chance you have come across the term UCAS. What is it and how does it affect you with uni applications? Here’s everything you need to know. What does UCAS mean? UCAS stands for Universities and Colleges Admissions Service. […]
Can you gain an A level within a year?
Complete an A level in one year with NEC’s online Structured Fast Track A levels. We understand that some goals and deadlines can’t wait so these courses are designed to help our students gain the all important grades they need. Can you do an A level in a year? At NEC it’s no news that […]
Top 10 revision tips for exam success
If you are sitting exams this summer and worried about the amount of revision you’ve done so far don’t panic! It’s never too late to start revising, but the more time you can give yourself the better your preparation will be and the more confident you’ll feel in your exam. This post has been created […]