Wednesday 24th September : Moving Beyond PEE: How to Help Your Child Succeed in GCSE English

For many parents, the arrival of the mock exam timetable is the moment when reality hits. Suddenly, the countdown begins. If your child is in Year 11, there are now less than nine months until the real GCSE exams – and the pressure starts to mount.As a qualified teacher and experienced GCSE examiner, I see the same pattern every year: English often causes the most stress for both students and parents. Students work hard but feel stuck at a certain grade, while parents are unsure how to help them improve.

Why PEE Isn’t Enough for Top Grades

Most students have been taught to write using Point, Evidence, Explanation (PEE). It’s a useful starting point – but it can only take them so far.Examiners award the top grades to students who:

• Analyse how writers use language and structure, not just what they say
• Explore why writers make particular choices and the impact on readers
• Make clear links to context and writer’s intentions
• Organise responses effectively, writing with confidence and control

Without these skills, students often miss out on the highest marks – even if they’ve revised thoroughly.

Watch the Free Masterclass on Demand

To help students bridge this gap, I’ve made my previously recorded masterclass: Moving Beyond PEE available as a free digital download.

In just one hour, your child will learn:

• What examiners look for in top-grade answers
• How to transform basic PEE paragraphs into sophisticated analysis
• Practical techniques they can use straight away in their mocks and real exams

This is the exact session that has already helped so many students feel more confident and prepared – and now your child can watch it whenever it suits them.

Why This Matters Now

With the real exams only months away, the mocks are a crucial opportunity to identify gaps and refine exam skills. Giving your child access to expert guidance now means they can put these strategies into practice well before the real thing.

Get Instant Access

🎯 Download the free masterclass here → Give your child the tools to turn exam stress into exam success – starting today.