Gabrielle Liu 7/8/26 Gabrielle Liu 7/8/26

New UCAS Personal Statement: 3 Mistakes

The new three-question UCAS personal statement isn't 4,000 characters of essay anymore. Most Year 12s still write it like one. Here are the three mistakes we see most often, and what strong answers look like instead. Link in bio.

Gabrielle Liu 7/1/26 Gabrielle Liu 7/1/26

Reach, Match, Safety: Your UCAS List

The five UCAS slots aren't five chances at one outcome. They're a portfolio. Here's how to build it so your child has real options on results day. Link in bio.

Gabrielle Liu 6/24/26 Gabrielle Liu 6/24/26

When Summer Tutoring Helps

Every HK parent gets asked about summer tutoring in June. The honest answer: it helps in three specific situations, hurts in two, and is neutral the rest of the time. Here's how to tell which one you're in.

Gabrielle Liu 6/5/26 Gabrielle Liu 6/5/26

An Unforgettable Oxbridge Application

Gabrielle Liu 5/27/26 Gabrielle Liu 5/27/26

UK Boarding School vs Hong Kong Day School: How to Make the Right Call

Boarding school in the UK or staying in Hong Kong? Most families make this decision based on what their friends are doing. Here's the framework that actually helps. Link in bio.