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The top educational news and opinion distilled by our team of academic consultants and advisors.
The William Clarence Guide to UCAS 2025 Changes
July 31st 2024 - Evelyn PikeWithin the ever-evolving landscape of university admissions, we want to ensure that you stay ahead of the curve. The UCAS 2025 application cycle introduces significant changes, and...
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Personal Statement Changes: The Truth Behind the New UCAS Application Questions
July 22nd 2024 - Evelyn PikeIf you've been following the latest news on university applications in the UK, you might have come across sensational headlines proclaiming "the end of the personal statement."...
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Brendon Street Advisors invests in William Clarence Education
February 7th 2024 - AdminThe William Clarence Education Group, one of the leading providers of consultancy, admissions and recruitment solutions to the education sector, has announced a significant...
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How Long Until I Hear from Universities? UCAS after January 31st
February 7th 2024 - Evelyn PikeWhether you submitted early or you only recently clicked that 'submit' button on your UCAS application, it’s exciting knowing you're inching closer to the realm of lectures...
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Masterclass Tuition
October 20th 2022 - Stephen SpriggsWhat are Masterclasses? Masterclasses are ultra-tuition sessions that break down exam questions and demonstrate how to make the most of the time available, making papers into...
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William Clarence Education Partners with What University Live 2020
October 30th 2020 - Steve SpriggsSpecialist UCAS and Oxbridge application consultants from William Clarence Education are invited to host talks on all aspects of the UK University application process.
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William Clarence Education joins forces with Atom Learning for a new School Selection webinar.
June 11th 2020 - William Clarence EducationWe are delighted to have been invited to host a webinar with Atom Learning next Wednesday 17th June at 6pm. Head of our UK School and University Placement Consultancy, Diana Morant, will be on hand to discuss the options open to parents selecting senior schools at 11+ and 13+.
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William Clarence Education Acquires Conference & Common Room Magazine
April 25th 2020 - AdminAfter receiving glowing feedback on its debut publication, William Clarence Education announced this week the expansion of Independent School Admissions Plus Magazine, (ISAP) with...
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Why you should still be applying to UK schools and Universities during the Coronavirus pandemic
March 19th 2020 - Stephen SpriggsAs the advice surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic changes on a daily basis worldwide and we enter difficult and distressing times, it is worth remembering that applications to the...
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Prospectus of the Year 2019 Winner Announced!
November 18th 2019 - Stephen SpriggsThe winner of William Clarence School Services first annual Prospectus of the Year Award was announced this week in the latest edition of Independent School Admissions Plus Magazine, alongside the launch of a new award for independent school admissions and marketing departments.
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Independent School Admissions Plus Publishes Second Issue for Winter 2019/20
November 15th 2019 - Steve SpriggsThe second edition of Independent School Admissions Plus Magazine, our dedicated print and online resource for Independent School Admissions and Marketing professionals is now available in print and online.
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William Clarence Education Nominated ‘Pathway Company of the Year’ 2019 by Education Investor
October 18th 2019 - Stephen SpriggsWilliam Clarence Education is proud to have been nominated in the ‘Pathway Company of the Year’ category for the third year running at the Education Investor Awards 2019, after another year of hard work, new opportunities, and rapid growth.
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New Publication: Independent School Admissions Plus
May 15th 2019 - Stephen SpriggsLaunching 16 May 2019, ‘Independent School Admissions Plus’ is a new, free print and online resource published by William Clarence Education to guide UK marketers and independent school recruitment registrars to admissions success.
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Independent School Marketing and Admissions Departments
May 15th 2019 - Stephen SpriggsIn a climate where UK’s Independent School sector is facing uncertainties and challenges, William Clarence School Services launches this week, offering transparent and expert support for marketers and admissions staff.
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The Dark Side of putting bright children on TV | William Clarence
March 27th 2019 - Stephen SpriggsSeeing children crumble after being put under immense pressure to perform isn’t entertainment. Stephen Spriggs warns of the lasting implications of putting super-bright children on TV shows like Channel 4's Child Genius.
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Agents, Commissions, Conflicts of Interest? Tackling bias in Education Consultancy.
February 10th 2019 - Stephen SpriggsWilliam Clarence MD, Stephen Spriggs, calls out money-grabbing school placement agencies and proposes new protections for schools and students.
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William Clarence Education Launches International Search for Student ‘Star of the Year’ 2019
January 24th 2019 - AdminLeading London Education Consultancy, William Clarence Education, launches annual competition to attract international students of all nationalities and backgrounds to win coveted UK school and university placements.
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Join our Team: Are you our new Director of UK School & University Placements?
January 11th 2019 - AdminWilliam Clarence Education is searching for a passionate individual to play a key role in our growing team of education consultants and advisors.
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Managing Homesickness: every parent’s nightmare
September 18th 2018 - Dr. Helen WrightBoarding schools provide an amazing all-round, complete education, and one of the best decisions you can take as a parent is to choose to send your child to one, but there's one nightmare parents dread - Homesickness. Here's how to tackle it...
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UK University Tuition Fees after Brexit
September 6th 2018 - AdminWhile the Government promises that European University students won’t be faced with higher fees or have their loans withdrawn on March 29, 2019, it’s inevitable the position of overseas students will change in the future. Stephen Spriggs makes his predictions on the future of EU students in the UK.
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