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Applying to elite British boarding schools is a lengthy, time-consuming process that begins much earlier than many families expect. It’s a marathon, not a sprint. For entry into Year 9 (age 13) , the entry point which most families are aiming for, expect to submit your official registration or application forms by age 10 . (When you child is in UK year 5 or US Grade 4) Ahead of that, you’ll mostly likely want to attend some boarding school open days  and talk about your schoo

Choosing the best British boarding school is a major decision for your child’s future. For families seeking either an elite academic environment, or a more nurturing one, visiting schools in person is essential to understand their ethos, culture, opportunities and whether they will enable your child to achieve their goals and become the best version of themselves. Marketing materials and websites can often imply all schools are the same. However, the leadership, the teachers

For high-net-worth families around the world, elite UK boarding schools represent the pinnacle of academic excellence, tradition, and opportunity. With a legacy of producing global leaders, innovators, and a ‘ little black book’ of future connections, these elite boarding schools deliver more than top examination results, they are gateways to top universities, careers, and a lifelong network of friends. Navigating the UK boarding school application timeline can be a confusin

This is a great question and one we are often asked by parents who live outside the UK, would prefer to educate their children locally,...

Divided into three parts, these 5 years include a foundation year, 2-year GCSE programme (iGCSE’s) and a post-16 2-year programme of...

Choosing the right private day or boarding school  for your child in the UK can feel like a complex journey. With different entry points,...

Over my 20+ years as an education consultant, I’ve lost count of the number of times a parent has asked me, “What’s the best British...

Planning For 13+ Entry at A Top British Boarding School For both international and UK-based families considering choosing a top British...

As half-term approaches, many families will take a well-earned pause from the usual school routine. For some, it’s also a natural moment...

Choosing the right boarding school for your child is a significant decision that can shape their happy and successful future, in many...

Many private boarding schools have open days in the coming weeks. How do parents make the most of these fact-finding missions, seeing...