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These excellent tips for parents were put together by our team of education consultants, private tutors and school placement advisors.
What you can expect to find on a UCAS University Application form
Can any UCAS University Application really be perfect? Well, maybe not perfect, but with this 'how to' guide from Craig Van de Velde, you'll be close!
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What are the best A-Levels for Oxbridge applications?
Winning a place at Oxford or Cambridge isn’t easy. The entrance requirements are demanding and courses are oversubscribed with applicants from all over the world. In order to...
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Single or Mixed Sex Education - How do you choose?
Deciding whether to opt for a single sex or a co-educational setting is a quandary that affects many parents. There is no easy answer – it depends on both the child and the school...
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Parents – here's how you can help your children get into medical school
Most parents are extremely proud and supportive when their child announces that they’d like to train for a medical degree. Whether the ambition is to work in general practice...
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How to give your child a global education
A modern education means a global education The internet, affordable travel and the popularity in remote, flexible working means the world is getting smaller. We, as a nation, are...
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Training as a vet? Here’s what you need to know
Nobody just falls into training to be a vet or settles on it as an easy career choice. Becoming a vet takes years of dedication, study and hard work and usually appeals only to...
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Campus or city university - how to decide
Congratulations, you’re applying to go to university! But now it’s decision time: what to study, whether to embark on a single or joint degree, whether to commit to three years or...
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Mental health awareness in schools
Mental health issues affect one in eight 5 to 19-year-olds, and school-related worries, such as homework, exam stress and parental or teacher pressure contribute to concerns around...
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How to choose a school when relocating to the UK
It’s never easy to move your family to a different country, and changing schools can be a time of great stress - especially if you are considering looking at the best schools in...
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William Clarence is pleased to launch their new Masterclasses
What 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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How to navigate independent school admissions webinar
All your school admissions questions answered We are hosting a series of free webinars for parents around the world who are interested in UK independent schools. All of your...
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How to plan ahead for UK University applications webinar
All your UK university application questions answered webinar Join us for a free webinar on what you should be doing to prepare for all UK university applications for 2021 and 2022...
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How to choose the right boarding school
Finding the right boarding school is arguably harder than finding the right day school. Not only does the education side have to be right, but you also need to know that the...
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THE BIOMEDICAL ADMISSIONS TEST (BMAT)
Owing to the COVID-19 pandemic, prospective medical students face an uncertain period whereby, very understandably, there will be fewer opportunities to volunteer and gain...
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Debunking the Oxbridge Myths
Oxford and Cambridge top the Times Higher Education’s World University Rankings, so it’s no surprise that they’re dream destinations for many aspiring students. Steeped in history...
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The UK or International School - which should I choose for my child?
For parents arriving in or returning to the UK faced with multiple decisions, schooling is always going to be one of the most important. Indeed, some families relocate purely for...
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Law National Aptitude Test (LNAT) - What is it and how to prepare?
A growing number of UK Universities now require prospective undergraduate Law students to sit the Law National Aptitude Test (LNAT). These universities include Bristol, Durham, KCL...
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How to complete the best UCAS application
Applying to go to university is one of the biggest decisions you’ll make in your life – and understandably, this can be overwhelming. Competition for places is fierce – especially...
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How to prepare for Preparatory school admissions
For some new parents, those first few months involve bonding with your baby, adjusting to a new routine and... registering with schools and nurseries. It might seem excessive, but...
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What are your options at Sixth Form?
For many pupils and parents, there are two major decisions to make on the education journey: which senior school to attend, and which university. Sixth form – those vital two years...
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