Learning Hub

Practical resources, study tips and trusted local services to support learning between our Saturday sessions and beyond.

Guided pathways

Not sure where to begin? Follow a step-by-step route through the resources, put together by our team.

Apprenticeships & Trades

Find an Apprenticeship (GOV.UK)

The government's official apprenticeship search - live vacancies across the UK, from Level 2 up to degree apprenticeships.

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Exam Support

Seneca Learning

Free revision courses for KS3, GCSE and A-level with smart quizzes that repeat what you find hardest.

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Wellbeing

YoungMinds

The UK's leading young people's mental health charity, with advice for young people and a dedicated parents helpline.

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Study Tips

BBC Bitesize

Free online lessons, videos and quizzes for every key stage, organised by exam board for GCSE revision.

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Local Services

Free mental health support for young people

Trusted local and national services, including school counselling routes and youth-friendly helplines, with what to expect on first contact.

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Study Tips

Homework routines that actually stick

A simple weekly routine for homework and reading at home: same time, same place, short focused blocks with breaks. Includes a printable planner.

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Apprenticeships & Trades

GoConstruct - Explore construction trades

The Construction Industry Training Board's guide to careers in the trades: bricklaying, plumbing, electrics, carpentry and more.

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Apprenticeships & Trades

UCAS - Apprenticeships and alternatives to university

The same UCAS platform used for university applications also explains apprenticeship levels, how to apply, and other post-18 routes.

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Apprenticeships & Trades

Not going to Uni

Champions apprenticeships, sponsored degrees and school-leaver programmes - real stories from young people who took different routes.

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Apprenticeships & Trades

Amazing Apprenticeships

Inspiring apprenticeship resources, vacancy snapshots and parent packs that explain every apprenticeship route clearly.

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Apprenticeships & Trades

National Careers Service

Free, impartial careers advice: explore job families, skills assessments and courses across every industry and trade.

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Apprenticeships & Trades

City & Guilds - Trade qualifications and apprenticeships

One of the UK's biggest awarding bodies for trade skills, explaining the qualifications behind careers from hairdressing to engineering.

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Study Tips

The Black Curriculum

A social enterprise championing Black British history in education, with programmes and resources for schools and families.

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Wellbeing

Kooth

Free, safe and anonymous online counselling and community for young people aged 11-25.

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Wellbeing

Childline

Free, confidential support for anyone under 19 - by phone on 0800 1111, email or 1-2-1 counsellor chat.

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Wellbeing

BLAM UK

Racial wellbeing support, advocacy and education resources for Black communities and families.

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Wellbeing

Family Lives

Free national parenting helpline (0808 800 2222), online advice and courses for everyday parenting challenges.

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Wellbeing

Internet Matters

Practical guides to parental controls, screen time and keeping children safe on every device and app.

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Wellbeing

Mencap

Advice and support for families of children with learning disabilities, including education rights.

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Local Services

The King's Trust

Free programmes, mentoring and funding for 16-30 year olds building confidence, skills and careers.

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Local Services

National Citizen Service (NCS)

A government-backed programme of adventures, skills and volunteering for 16-17 year olds.

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Apprenticeships & Trades

UCAS - University and college applications

Official UK gateway for university and college applications, with free course search and application guidance.

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Study Tips

Oak National Academy

Free lessons, worksheets and quizzes from the government-backed online academy, from KS1 to GCSE.

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Wellbeing

National Autistic Society

Expert guidance on autism, including education support, diagnosis pathways and family resources.

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Wellbeing

Contact - For families with disabled children

Support and a free helpline (0808 808 3555) for families of children with disabilities and additional needs.

Reviewed Oct 2026For parents · View resource →

Study Tips

Khan Academy

Free maths and more, with step-by-step hints, videos and unlimited practice questions.

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Exam Support

Understanding GCSE grades

What grades 1-9 mean, what exam boards expect, and how to read your child's school reports and predicted grades.

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Study Tips

Reading together in Years 3-6

Ten minutes of shared reading a day builds fluency. Tips on choosing books, asking questions and keeping it fun.

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Local Services

Southwark & Lewisham holiday food and activity programmes

Free and low-cost holiday meals, sports and arts activities run by local councils and community centres. Contact us for the current list.

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Wellbeing

Helping a child manage exam stress

Recognising signs of anxiety, simple calming techniques and when to seek extra help. Written with our wellbeing leads.

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Exam Support

SATs and GCSE revision planner

How to spread revision over weeks instead of cramming: topic checklists, past papers and spaced practice, with a downloadable timetable.

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Wellbeing

Confidence-building activities for young people

Low-pressure activities that build self-belief: journaling prompts, small goals and celebrating effort over results.

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Our team keeps an up-to-date list of trusted local services across Southwark and Lewisham - from mental health support to holiday food programmes. Ask us and we'll point you in the right direction.