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Published Friday 28th of January 2022 06:56 AM
Many top UK boarding schools operate a house system, depending on the size of the school. This is an interesting quirk and is often an interesting point for students who are joining from overseas. In our latest blog, we cover the key points of the boarding house system.
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Published Thursday 27th of January 2022 12:20 PM
Our clients based around the world, have a range of interests - including those who are looking for a traditional British boarding experience along with provision that allows for continued participation in Performing Arts. In our latest blog, we advise what to look for if looking for a school which is strong in this area.
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Published Monday 24th of January 2022 04:41 PM
International students, who are from countries where English is not the first language, will need to demonstrate a sufficient level of English to apply for courses at top UK boarding schools. We have put together a quick guide and framework to help you understand the levels that may be needed to secure the offer of a place.
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Published Friday 21st of January 2022 04:48 PM
The curriculum for ages 14-16 in the UK is known as the GCSE curriculum. Students joining from overseas can potentially join this course directly, depending on their prior learning. An experienced education consultant will be able to advise. We have put together a list of potential subjects you can study at GCSE in top UK boarding schools.
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Published Wednesday 19th of January 2022 11:37 AM
We return with our regular instalment of FAQs and things we encourage our parents to consider when trying to find top UK boarding schools. Our admissions and teaching experience help our clients focus on what is important and shortlist the schools that will be perfect for them.
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Published Monday 17th of January 2022 12:11 PM
You will often find top UK boarding schools provide an additional qualification that sits as an alternative to their A Level or IB provision. Many schools provide the option of studying BTECs between the ages of 16-18. Here is our brief guide to BTECs, how they work and what they mean within the context of top UK boarding schools.
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Published Friday 14th of January 2022 12:28 PM
We are proud to advise parents around the world on suitable options for top UK boarding schools. One of our strengths is our knowledge of specialist offerings in schools, including tennis programmes for those aspiring to be the next Emma Raducanu or Roger Federer.
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Published Wednesday 12th of January 2022 02:52 PM
One aspect of our service we thoroughly enjoy is explaining all the culture, tradition and finer details of top UK boarding schools and what you can expect when you arrive. UK boarding schools are steeped in tradition and history and they have specific and unusual phrases to describe relevant parts of school life. We have put together a small list of the most commonly used phrases.
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Published Monday 10th of January 2022 01:16 PM
Although it is not the sport most commonly associated with top UK private schools, there are a surprising number of schools that offer access to participation and top level coaching for Lacrosse.
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Published Friday 7th of January 2022 03:55 PM
Whilst it is not always the first thing that springs to mind, the choice and quality of food in top UK private schools is an important consideration and excellent food choices will help in the settling down process. Here is what to look out for when finalising your UK private school search.
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Published Wednesday 5th of January 2022 11:25 AM
Looking ahead to the coming year of 2022, we are excited to be helping clients around the world searching for the best UK boarding schools and best UK private schools. The families we help will often ask about the holiday arrangements, so we’ve put together some of the key information with regards to the academic calendar.
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Published Monday 3rd of January 2022 10:51 AM
We would like to wish all of our families and partners all the very best for 2022. In the spirit of the new year, we have put together a list of key points that will help you find the best UK boarding schools in 2022.
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Published Friday 31st of December 2021 02:24 PM
When trying to find UK boarding schools and UK private schools, you will notice that each school will have slightly different admissions requirements. There are multiple reasons for this and ultimately the best British boarding schools will use a method that suits their culture and ethos. We are proud to help families around the world to navigate the complexities of the application process and to explain in detail why each step is required.
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Published Wednesday 29th of December 2021 09:50 AM
We will often be asked by our clients who have a specific interest in hockey, ‘Which are the best UK boarding schools for hockey?’. Below, we outline some pointers which will help you decide which may be the best UK private school for you.
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Published Monday 27th of December 2021 04:16 PM
One perennial question that we are asked by our overseas parents is concerning the fees involved when considering the best UK boarding schools and best UK private schools. With so many options available in the UK, clearly it will be crucial to try and find UK boarding schools that are within your planned budget. The fees listed in this article should be considered indicative, there is a huge amount of variation amongst schools in the sector. This post is for overseas parents who will be considering the best British boarding schools for international students and will likely be selecting full-boarding options with the student requiring a visa to study.
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Published Wednesday 22nd of December 2021 02:05 PM
Our clients will often ask us about the admissions test requirements for the best UK boarding schools and best UK private schools. This article looks at the requirements for overseas boarding students and what international students can expect from the process.
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Published Monday 20th of December 2021 01:16 PM
In November we posted some of the most frequently asked questions we receive when advising our clients in their search in trying to find UK boarding schools and UK private schools. We are now back with some further commonly asked questions and these should serve as useful pointers to keep in mind. As ever, we recommend speaking to an experienced education counsellor who is familiar with the top UK private schools and the best UK boarding schools who should be able to answer these broad areas for you.
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Published Friday 17th of December 2021 11:16 AM
The admission journey for the top UK boarding schools and top UK private schools can be a complicated process - there can be multiple assessments, interviews, timeframes and administrative stages to name a few. You will also find UK boarding schools all set their own individual admissions process, rather than a more standardised route you may find in other fields. Fortunately, our education experts can offer direct experience of the admissions process from the school side along with teaching experience to best help you prepare. Here is what you can expect in your admissions journey, particularly if applying from overseas.
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