Resources
These excellent tips for parents were put together by our team of education consultants, private tutors and school placement advisors.
Brexit - An Unexpected Boost for British Independent Schools?
Could a weak pound and a wobbly economy be just what UK Independent Schools need to get international bums on seats? We discuss the potential hidden upside of Brexit for British Education.
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The Trouble with Exam Statistics and League Tables...
All too often parents can find themselves seduced by the annual explosion of statistics emanating from Independent Schools during exam results days, but Dr. Helen Wright warns parents to take stats and league tables with a pinch of salt when choosing the right school.
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Should pupils suffer for a school’s league table ranking?
Head of School & University Placement, Diana Morant, discusses the concerning trend in schools of removing pupils after GCSE who have not fulfilled strict criteria to enter the sixth form, despite new harder exams.
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Which Independent School for your child, day or boarding?
There is a huge range of world class schooling available in the UK independent system, both day and boarding. Diana Morant urges parents to go with what is best for your child and works for your family in our latest blog.
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A Move at Sixth Form - Key Facts and Dates
For students considering a change of school for sixth form, now is the time to finalise your plans. William Clarence Head of School and University Placement outlines what you need to do, and when to hit the ground running...
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How to Prepare for your First Term at University
For many school leavers, the summer between school and university can seem a bit like an unreal bubble, but taking time to prepare for University can only be a good thing. Education Expert Dr. Helen Wright, shares her top tips...
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Education Experts respond to call for social mobility in UK’s independent school sector.
Leading names in UK Independent school admissions and marketing weigh in on David Goodhew’s plea for more focus on social mobility, bursaries and scholarships in Independent School Admissions Plus Magazine
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New Publication: Independent School Admissions Plus
Launching 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
In 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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Independent School Management Plus - Summer 2019
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How to win a place studying Medicine at a UK University
Getting into medical school in the UK is an extremely competitive process. In order to gain a place at a top University, it’s necessary to demonstrate exceptional grades and commitment. Here are some tips for application success from our University Application Consultants...
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Independent Schools are facing serious headwinds
Changes in economic policy and/or a change of government could result in independent schools closing, jobs being lost and thousands of children moving into state education. To prevent this from happening, senior leaders need to alter the way they run their schools and recruit their students.
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The Dark Side of putting bright children on TV | William Clarence
Seeing 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.
William 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
Leading 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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Help! My child doesn’t have any offers of places at a UK university … what do I do?
This is the time of year when many universities are making offers of places, but what if your child hasn’t received any yet, or has just received rejections … what can you do?
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Join our Team: Are you our new Director of UK School & University Placements?
William 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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