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The 2025 exam results have revealed a fascinating divergence : while GCSE entries in certain STEM and technical subjects—such as...

For families relocating overseas or seeking UK education from abroad, the 13+ entry process can feel like navigating a maze. Recently, I...

You’ve got the books ready, the pencil sharpened, and your best “patient parent” face on. You’re ready for today’s tutoring session at...

In the world of independent education, where excellence is pursued and opportunities abound, parents naturally want to provide the best...

August: for some families, it’s a final chance to unwind before school starts. For others, it’s the most important prep month before...

By Jane | U.K. Independent Education Consulting Choosing the right independent school in the UK is one of the most significant decisions...

Discover how UK independent school bursaries and scholarships work. Learn when to apply, how to qualify, and which schools offer the most...

If your child dreams of studying Economics, Finance, or PPE at the London School of Economics, Oxford, Cambridge, or a top US university...

Summer is a time when kids want freedom, adventure, and sunshine—not another stack of dull revision worksheets. And yet, as parents, it’s...

The Charterhouse Summer Camp is in full swing, and we’re thrilled to report that things have been going exceptionally well. After a warm...

What to Do When Your Child Loses Focus Over Summer It’s that familiar tension many parents feel this time of year: the sun is shining,...

Why Parental Expectations May Quietly Erode True Self-Love (And What To Do This Summer) ✨ Self-Love Isn't Just Self-Esteem — It's a Whole...

How Independent School Parents Can Rethink Tech, Time and Trust This Summer The moment term ends, a silent panic begins for many parents...

Not long ago, French conjugations, German poetry, and Spanish listening tapes were a standard part of life in top-tier independent...

As an education consultant and a parent, I’ve sat on both sides of the school admissions table. One of the more uncomfortable — and...

What Unstructured Time Tells Us — and How Parents Can Respond With Care and Confidence When school stops, children change.Some blossom in...

🧡 Let’s Talk Honestly for a Moment... If your child is applying to top independent schools through the 13+ Common Entrance pathway ,...

— A Reflection from Manchester Library Earlier this week, I found myself in Manchester Central Library. Like many days, I was looking for...

Half term is more than a breather—it's a golden opportunity to regroup, reset, and realign your child’s school application journey....

As a parent navigating the UK independent school system, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by prestige, league tables, and buzzwords like...