Back in 2017, I left the courtroom and entered the classroom. I co-founded Think Teach Academy with a simple mission: to make education smarter, bolder, and better. Since then, I’ve never looked back.

If you’ve read my first article (and if you haven’t, I’d suggest starting there), you’ll know I didn’t leave law because I disliked the work. On the contrary, I enjoyed the demands of legal practice. I left because I believed I could contribute more by changing the way young people learn.

If you’re a parent eyeing the UK as a university destination for your child, names like Oxford and Imperial carry a special kind of weight. We sat down with two of our own—Martin, currently studying at Oxford, and Dr Boon, who did his Masters in Imperial College London—to unpack the experience: from entrance exams to epiphanies over pints.

Whether you’re a parent wondering how to prepare your child, or a student dreaming of Oxbridge glory, their stories offer a grounded, honest, and often humorous window into life at the top.

Winning the Public Service Commission (PSC) scholarship changed my life. But not in the way you might think.

If you’re a parent of a child in secondary school, this question has probably crossed your mind more than once: How involved should I be in their academics?

It’s a tricky one, isn’t it? Over the years, we’ve had countless parents ask us for advice as their child transitions to secondary school. Despite our experience, there’s no straightforward answer.

Why? Because, as with most things in life, the answer is it depends.

How involved you should be depends on a few factors such as your child’s personality as a student, your approach as a parent, and the dynamics of your relationship with your child. 

In short, different strokes for different folks.

Today, we’re sharing our thoughts, shaped by our conversations with parents, our observations as educators, and our friendships with students. 

Let’s break it down.

Congratulations, your child has entered their dream JC! 

But the next big challenge looms: how to choose the right subject combination. 

This decision is critical, shaping not only their A-Level experience but also their eligibility for future university courses and career pathways. 

Our step-by-step guide breaks everything down into clear, practical advice, so you and your child can make a thoughtful choice. From understanding prerequisites to balancing interests and strengths, this article ensures your child’s academic success starts on the right foot.