The Belvedere Journal

Jan 15
4 min

How Has 2020 Reshaped The English Language?

Charlotte F Its hard to imagine that scarcely a year ago the term social distancing was non-existent and more people would associate lock...

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Is It Time For Us To Radically Rethink GCSE Exams?

Jess R: Full text of GDST Chrystall Prize Speech The education system works on the premise that all of your intelligence can be condensed...

Jan 15
4 min

How Has 2020 Reshaped The English Language?

Charlotte F Its hard to imagine that scarcely a year ago the term social distancing was non-existent and more people would associate lock...

Jun 4, 2020
4 min

Productivity is Overrated: Looking After Yourself In A Pandemic

There's a lot of pressure on how to be productive during a pandemic, but Maragaret S argues that our priorities should be elsewhere.

Jun 4, 2020
4 min

Black Lives Matter: How To Be An Ally

The horrific killing of George Floyd has rocked the world and sparked global protests. Lily S investigates how you can be an ally.

May 21, 2020
2 min

The Happiness Class: Practising Languages

Learning Languages is a fantastic way to develop your brain and boost your wellbeing

May 20, 2020
3 min

The Happiness Class: Playing an Instrument

Playing a musical instrument is a wonderful way to spend your free time, as this piece shows

May 19, 2020
4 min

The Happiness Class: Giving

The science is clear - giving is good for you! Explore why in this superb article

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