Websites and articles
The Learning Scientists
A really good place to start. It covers all the main study strategies in plain English, with free posters and podcasts you can download. Written by researchers, but easy to read.
How to Remember Anything Forever
An illustrated, interactive comic that walks through spaced repetition in a way that actually makes sense. Takes about 20 minutes and is genuinely fun to read. Good for ages 10 and up.
BBC Bitesize
Free revision content covering Key Stage 1 through GCSE, aligned to the UK curriculum. Particularly useful for 11+ preparation as it covers English, Maths, and Science with built-in quizzes.
TheSchoolRun: 11 Plus Guide
A straightforward UK guide to the 11 plus exam. Covers what to expect, how to prepare, and what the different tests involve. Written for parents but clear enough for older children to read too.
EEF Teaching and Learning Toolkit
The Education Endowment Foundation summarises the evidence behind different teaching approaches and rates how effective each one is. Useful for teachers and parents who want to understand what works in schools.
Videos worth watching
Marty Lobdell: Study Less, Study Smart
One of the most watched study skills videos around. Practical and easy to follow, with advice on how to get more out of shorter study sessions. Good for students and parents alike.
TED: The Power of Believing You Can Improve
Carol Dweck's well-known talk on growth mindset. The main idea is that believing you can improve actually helps you improve. Worth watching with your child.
Spaced Repetition: How to Never Forget Anything
A short, clear video explaining spaced repetition and why cramming does not work. Shows how to set up a simple revision timetable without needing any apps.
Retrieval Practice: The Research and the Classroom
A talk for teachers on how to use retrieval practice in lessons and for homework. Parents will also find it useful for understanding how to support studying at home.