In recent years, homeschooling has become a more popular and accepted form of education. For parents and guardians who want to tailor their child’s education to suit their unique strengths and interests, homeschooling can be a great alternative to traditional school settings. If you are considering homeschooling your child, you’re in the right place! In […]
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Distance learning as a mature student working abroad: Chun’s Experience
As distance learning has grown in popularity as an effective alternative to traditional learning, the benefits of this type of study for mature students has become more and more apparent. For Chun, a mature student in his thirties, the ability to study online came as a huge benefit when working full time abroad. Much like […]
Sharon’s positive experience of distance learning leads to an A grade in her English Language A level
There’s no denying that distance learning is rapidly gaining popularity as a successful educational platform outside of traditional schools and colleges. With this in mind, it’s great to see students like Sharon benefiting from online learning. Whilst some of NEC’s students are new to distance learning, Sharon was certainly no stranger to the concept. After […]
NEC’s 60th Birthday Bursary Winner
2023 has been marked as an incredible year as NEC celebrated its 60th birthday. As part of the celebrations, NEC offered a bursary which presented the opportunity to support a learner to get back into the workplace or to work towards a long awaited career change. The Bursary would fund up to a maximum of […]
What to Do When You Didn’t Get the GCSE Results You Wanted
Failing an exam or receiving exam results that are lower than you expected can be disheartening, especially if you had high hopes for your GCSE outcomes. It’s important to remember that disappointing results doesn’t mean you’re at the end of the road when it comes to your education. In this post, we’ll explore what happens […]
What are the Advantages and Disadvantages of Studying Online?
When it comes to studying, traditional school and educational settings aren’t the only options for students. With distance learning becoming more and more popular, you may be wondering whether studying online is a suitable option for you or your child. To help you make the right decision for you and your academic journey, we have […]
What To Do When You Didn’t Get the A Level Results You Wanted
Receiving your A Level results can be an overwhelming experience, especially if the results turn out to be less than you had hoped for. If you find yourself disappointed with your A Level results, don’t lose hope. In this blog post, we’ll discuss what happens when you fail your A Levels, and what next steps […]
What is Homeschooling?
In recent years, the idea of homeschool learning has been gaining popularity as an effective academic alternative. Homeschooling offers a unique approach to learning and allows parents to tailor their child’s education to suit their needs and interests. There are many things to keep in mind when exploring homeschooling and what it involves. To ensure […]
How to Apply to University with Confidence
Starting the university application process can be both exciting and overwhelming. From deciding what course is right for you, to campus tours and filling out those lengthy applications… it’s a lot to consider all at once! If you are ready to take the next step in your educational journey and start applying to universities, here […]