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These excellent tips for parents were put together by our team of education consultants, private tutors and school placement advisors.
Explaining the UK Education System
The UK education system is split into two areas. These are between state funded schools, where education is free, and independent schools which are private schools overseen by a...
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The rise of new independent schools in central London
In the run-up to yet another General Election, independent education has been highlighted by some political parties, with everything from the threat of schools losing their...
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International Students: Working Together to Find the Right UK School.
With numbers of international pupils interested in UK Independent schools holding steady in these uncertain times, what should families be expecting, what questions should they be asking, and how can school admissions departments help?
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Should pupils suffer for a school’s league table ranking?
Head of School & University Placement, Diana Morant, discusses the concerning trend in schools of removing pupils after GCSE who have not fulfilled strict criteria to enter the sixth form, despite new harder exams.
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Which Independent School for your child, day or boarding?
There is a huge range of world class schooling available in the UK independent system, both day and boarding. Diana Morant urges parents to go with what is best for your child and works for your family in our latest blog.
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A Move at Sixth Form - Key Facts and Dates
For students considering a change of school for sixth form, now is the time to finalise your plans. William Clarence Head of School and University Placement outlines what you need to do, and when to hit the ground running...
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How to Prepare for your First Term at University
For many school leavers, the summer between school and university can seem a bit like an unreal bubble, but taking time to prepare for University can only be a good thing. Education Expert Dr. Helen Wright, shares her top tips...
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Years 7 and 8 are Best Spent in a Prep School
In recent years, more parents have been persuaded to consider moving their children straight into a senior school at Year 7. Peter Tait argues that years 7 and 8 are better spent in a prep school...
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How to choose the best London nursery school for your child
Over the last few years school and nursery applications in London have taken on a somewhat mad momentum of their own and can induce panic in even the most organised of parents. Our education consultants share their advice on how to find and secure that coveted place.
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What Should We Be Able To Do By The End Of Reception?
There are a number of crucial skills children will be expected to have mastered before entering the more formal world of Key Stage One. Here is a rundown of the things a child should be able to do by the time they finish the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS)
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The importance of rapport: why it matters that your child likes their teacher or tutor.
Along with many other elements, a good relationship between student and teacher is top of the list when it comes to the effectiveness of a child's education. Dr. Helen Wright explains...
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How to find a good 6th Form
The decision to move schools post-GCSE is not one that should be taken lightly, but sometimes a change of scenery is just what students need to refocus and tackle their 6th Form Education...
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How to make a successful US College Application
Every year thousands of British students apply to go to an American college or university and continue their education Stateside. Want to join them? Here’s what you need to know about the US admissions system:
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How to apply for a Masters Programme in the UK
Applying for a Masters is a demanding process that can’t be dashed off in an afternoon, and extending your education in the hope that it will enhance your career prospects and improve your earning potential is a big decision. Here are some tips from our University Admissions Consultants...
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How to choose a UK senior school for your child
Peter Tait's guide to the most important questions parents should be asking when choosing a UK senior school...
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What if … my teenager doesn’t get the right grades for university?
Most UK university places are awarded provisionally, based on predicted grades in final school leaving examinations, but what can you do if your child doesn’t get the right grades?
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How to write the perfect UCAS application
Applying to go to university is one of the biggest decision of a young person’s life and understandably many find the process overwhelming. Competition for places is fierce and you...
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What you need to know about relocating to the UK to study
Every year thousands of families move to the UK, lured by the offer of work, a change in lifestyle or the desire to give their children a British education. We’re proud to have...
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Banishing 7+ myths: the truth about school entrance exams
We’ve listed the top 5 myths that make the rounds each year on the run up to the 7+ exams; including some which are complete hearsay, as well as the ones you should definitely take heed of...
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Choosing a summer school for your child
Choosing a summer school can seem like a difficult task with so many on offer that appear similar upon first glance. A good first step is to sit down with your child and work out between you what they want, and what you want for them, from their summer.
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