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Cinema Workshops

AAQ BTEC National Health & Social Care Unit 1 Grade Booster

Join the tutor2u subject experts for a full day of crucial exam technique and core topic revision, all delivered on the big cinema screen.

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Overview

Format
Cinema Workshops
Series
Grade Booster
Duration
10.30am-3.15pm (Registration from 9.45am)
Price
£36.00 inc VAT
Audience

For all students taking the Unit 1 Exam (Human Lifespan & Development) in 2027

Autumn 2026 dates & locations

Book your places now for individual or group bookings

Birmingham

  • Tuesday 24th November 2026

    Star City (Vue Cinema)

London

  • Wednesday 25th November 2026

    Westfield White City (Vue Cinema)

Manchester

  • Wednesday 2nd December 2026

    Trafford Centre (Odeon Cinema)

Spring 2027 dates & locations

Book your places now for individual or group bookings

Manchester

  • Friday 5th March 2027

    Trafford Centre (Odeon Cinema)

Birmingham

  • Friday 12th March 2027

    Star City (Vue Cinema)

London

  • Tuesday 20th April 2027

    Westfield Stratford City (Vue Cinema)

About the workshop

Our cinema workshops are designed and delivered by the trusted tutor2u subject teams, all of whom know what students need to succeed in the 2027 exams.

Each workshop has four fast-paced, interactive and fun sessions delivered in the cinema screen. You’ll take away lots of great advice on effective exam technique, and a fantastic workshop booklet packed with useful information.

What's included

  • Full day of engaged learning in a modern, multiplex cinema

  • Designed and delivered by the tutor2u subject experts

  • Dedicated workshop booklet packed with useful advice on exam technique

  • 40% one-time discount code to use on any tutor2u printed resources

  • Enrolment on the supporting Grade Booster Online course for your workshop

  • Access to the supporting “attendee hub” with downloadable resources and additional support materials.

What we'll cover

  • Essential knowledge warm up from across the Unit content
  • What the examiners are looking for
  • How to unpick the demands of each question

  • Linking and applying to the scenario and question context
  • Maximising marks through reasoning and explanation
  • Precise use of technical terms

  • Strategies for discussions
  • Tips for assessment
  • What do we mean by evaluation?
  • How to make the most of case studies and stems
  • Effective paragraph structures for 9-mark questions

  • Human growth and development through the life stages
  • Factors affecting human growth and development across each life stage
  • Health and social care promotion, prevention and treatment at different life stages

Online support

To provide an even more effective support for students, we support all our cinema workshops with a comprehensive online course which helps students from the moment they book their cinema place to the date of their final exam in the summer.

Each Grade Booster online course provides significant additional resources that complements what students cover during their cinema workshop. This combination of cinema + online course provides an unrivalled support for students as they prepare for 2027 exams.

Learn more about the online support

What attendees say

The confidence my students had engaging with presenters and delegates was heartwarming and just what they needed to consolidate their knowledge and understanding. The venue was ideal and fitting for young adolescents.

Health & Social Care Teacher

Amazing - so helpful. The booklet was so detailed and full of tips. I was on my own so a great engaging event even for a single student without a teacher!

Student

Brilliant as always! I have never had such positive feedback from students which was so lovely. I also feel it's perfectly timed... Every aspect of the workshop is just so helpful, well planned etc. Honestly loved it! Will be coming every year.

Head of Health & Social Care

This is a fantastic workshop and continues to get better and better each year. All our students were fully engaged in the interactive session and the specific exams guidance is invaluable. I can't wait to return with next years cohort!

Assistant Principal

Your hosts

  • Claire Sayce

    Claire began her career as an Early Years Practitioner and Nursery Officer in charge before moving into Further Education, where she taught Early Years and Health & Social Care. She later became a Quality Lead and Curriculum Area Manager, responsible for raising standards and supporting curriculum development. Alongside teaching and leadership, Claire has worked with several awarding organisations as an examiner, standards verifier, quality assurer, writer, reviewer, and trainer for Childcare and Health & Social Care qualifications. She has also delivered international training on quality in Early Years and Play, and is a published author, contributing a chapter on supporting children’s play, learning and development. Claire now works in safeguarding and also volunteers with children.

  • Laura Godfrey

    Laura is a regular contributor to the tutor2u HSC team. She has taught Health & Social Care in secondary schools since 2016. She has been leading a Health & Social Care Department at her secondary school and sixth form in Northamptonshire since 2017 and is an experienced moderator and examiner. Laura has a degree in Sociology and an MBA in Senior Leadership in Schools.

  • Laura Lowe

    Laura serves as the Head of the Department for Health & Social Care, Early Years, and Counselling at a large FE college in the North-West. As a wave 1 provider, she has played a pivotal role in the strategic planning and development of the T Level in Health since its inception. Following its launch, Laura has led efforts to establish and strengthen partnerships with the local NHS trust and council, ensuring high-quality, successful industry placements for students. In addition to her leadership in education, Laura brings extensive experience as an examiner for multiple awarding bodies. She possesses a wealth of sector knowledge, particularly in the fields of sexual health and supportive therapies.

  • Liz Blamire

    Liz is the tutor2u subject lead for two subjects: Health & Social Care and Early Childhood Development. She is a former NHS midwife who has worked in community, birth centre and acute hospital settings. Liz is an SSAT Accredited Lead Practitioner, who has taught Health & Social Care in FE and secondary schools, where she was a successful HOD. Liz has extensive experience in qualification development, assessment writing, examining and moderation, and is a textbook author. Liz has recently completed her MEd in Inclusion and Special Educational Needs, where she focused on the social, emotional and behavioural needs of children and young people.

  • Sara Labram

    Sara is a tutor2u contributor for Psychology, Health and Social Care and Early Child Development. She is currently a teacher of Psychology and has historically taught Health and Social Care too. She worked for ten years in a secondary school, fulfilling a variety of roles including Head of Department, Head of Sixth Form and Assistant Headteacher. She has completed her NPQSL, is a qualified lead practitioner and an examiner of many years. Sara has completed her masters in teaching and also privately tutors students in preparation for their A Level examinations.

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