The Marky Blog
Practical advice on exam grading, GCSE, AS-Level and A-Level preparation, and how AI is changing assessment in UK schools. No jargon, no fluff.
A-Level Results Day 2026: A Teacher's Guide to Thursday 13 August
UCAS at 08:00, Clearing, reviews of marking and the post-results analysis worth doing in the week after rather than in September.
AI Marking in Schools: What Teachers Need to Know in 2026
AI grading tools are appearing in more schools each term. Here is a practical, honest look at what they can do, where they fall short, and how to evaluate them.
GCSE Results Day 2026: What Teachers Should Prepare For
With grading standards continuing to evolve post-pandemic, here is what teachers need to know ahead of results day this August.
5 Time-Saving Habits for Teachers Who Mark Too Much
Marking does not have to consume your evenings. Here are five practical habits that experienced teachers use to stay on top of the pile.
How to Give Feedback That Students Actually Use
Most written feedback goes unread. Here is how to structure your comments, set follow-up tasks, and create a feedback loop students engage with.
The GCSE Revision Strategies That Actually Work (According to Research)
Highlighting and re-reading feel productive but barely help. Here is what cognitive science says students should actually be doing.