Category Archives for Private School
How to find the right private school for your child
Choosing a private school for your child is an enormous responsibility. You want to give your child access to the very best teaching and resources available; you want them to be inspired to follow their dreams and reach their potential. You also need a decision that works for your whole family. And most of all, […]
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What to expect from private school entrance exams at different stages of education
When it comes to entrance exams, most parents have heard of the 11+. But did you know there are entrance exams for other age groups, too? For schools that start in year 9, there’s a 13+ exam, and for some prep schools, children could even be expected to sit a 7+ or 8+ exam. In […]
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Should you choose a private school that specialises in music or sport, or takes a broad approach to learning?
As a parent looking for the best private school for your child, you’ll know there are hundreds of options available. You’ll also know that the private school you choose will influence not just the next few years of your child’s education, but their career opportunities and the rest of their life. In other words, finding […]
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What private schools offer children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Private schools are well-known for having superior facilities to schools in the state sector. And it isn’t just in mainstream education that they excel in bringing a wealth of opportunities and facilities to their students. Children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) can also gain huge benefits from attending an independent school. If your child has […]
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The UK’s most affordable private schools: where can you find them?
There’s a perception among many parents that private schools are expensive. It leads some families to dismiss independent schools out of hand because they assume they’re unaffordable. But you might be surprised to know that private schools aren’t just the preserve of the rich and famous. They’re not out of reach for ordinary families – […]
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What facilities do private schools offer?
It’s well known that facilities at private schools far outstrip the resources available at state schools, but what could be on offer to your child during their independent education? Unlike schools in the state sector, private schools are almost entirely funded by school fees, which means they have the cash to spend on enhancing their […]
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Best private schools in the UK for performing arts
Is your child a star in the making? Do they love to express themselves through drama and performance? Then it’s time to encourage their passion and celebrate their enthusiasm by finding a private school that’ll help them unleash their talents. Without the constraints of the national curriculum, private schools have the freedom to bring specialisms […]
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Private school or home education: which is better?
Are you looking for an alternative way to educate your children? If you’re a parent, you’re keen to give your children the very best start in life. And their education plays a major part in that. You’ve probably heard that smaller classes help children to learn more readily than when teachers divide their attention between […]
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The best private schools for music in the UK
Does your child fill their life with music? Are they at their happiest when they’re singing or playing instruments? Do they dream of performing on the world stage? Or does music simply enrich their daily life? Yes? Then there are private schools across the UK that could help them reach their musical potential, inspiring them […]
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Would the Labour Party abolish private schools? And what would happen if they did?
Since private schools are often seen as the preserve of the privileged, some parents are wondering whether private education would have a future if the UK has a change of government. The question’s becoming even more relevant as it looks evermore possible that the Conservative Party will lose seats – and power – at the […]
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