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The biggest financial hurdles parents face when sending their children to private school
Investing in a private school represents a significant financial investment for most families. The costs can be large, and since there are private schools that offer places to children as young as 2, parents who decide to take the public school route could be paying their child’s school fees for as many as 16 years. […]
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Do private schools follow the national curriculum? And what do they teach?
Private schools are renowned for offering a top-flight education to their students. But when it comes to what they actually teach, many parents considering a private education for their child find they’re a little hazy on the details. So, do independent schools follow the national curriculum? What are children taught at private schools? Let’s explore. […]
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Private school or private tutor: which is best?
As a parent it’s natural to want your child to have the very best education available. But where will you find that? For some families, it’s easy to choose between the local comprehensive school and an independent school filled with excellent teachers and top-flight facilities. But if you live near an outstanding state school, it […]
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Is it better to send your child to private school for primary and secondary, or just secondary education?
When you’re a parent, every choice you make seems loaded with consequences. And when it comes to deciding on education, the school you select could have life-long impacts for your child. Many parents wonder whether it’s better to send their child to private school from primary age (or even earlier, nursery), for secondary school, or […]
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What are the hidden costs of private school?
If you’ve started to consider a private education for your child, you’ve probably already looked at the cost of school fees. Depending on the school, the area, and whether your child would board, the price per term for a private school can vary hugely. For many parents, budget will play a role in selecting a […]
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How much does private school cost in the UK? And why do private school fees vary so much?
Deciding whether to send your child to private school is a big financial decision. Can you really afford private school? Will you be able to fund private education for the whole of your child’s schooling? School fees vary drastically across the UK, so it’s important you do your research and understand the differences between private […]
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