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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, but are very keen to access the academic rigour and reputation of a British education. Recent years have seen many elite British boarding schools open British international schools overseas. For example, Harrow School in New York, Rugby School in Japan, Epsom College and Marlborough College in Malaysia, and many, many more. So, what’s the d

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 either the IB Diploma or A levels. Choosing the right academic pathway for your child is one of the most important educational decisions a family makes and is often a key driver in choosing the best British school to deliver their personal goals and ambitions for university or career. Whatever their future goal, achieving the best grades possibl

Choosing the right private day or boarding school for your child in the UK can feel like a complex journey. With different entry points, assessments, and admissions processes to navigate, understanding the British school year system is an essential first step. From Reception through to Sixth Form, each stage comes with unique considerations for parents, especially if you are preparing for key transition points such as 11+, 13+, or 16+ entry. Reception to Year 6: Early Years a

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 boarding school - is it St Clutterbuck’s, Clarendon House, or Wycombe Court?” And my answer is always the same: Tell me about your child. Because choosing the right British boarding school is not about selecting the most well-known name or the one that’s talked about most at the school gate or within expat communities. It’s about finding the sch

Planning For 13+ Entry at A Top British Boarding School For both international and UK-based families considering choosing a top British boarding school education for their child, one of the most frequently asked questions is: “When is the right time for my child to start boarding?” While some families explore boarding options at prep school from as early as age 8, many families choose a day or more flexible boarding option for their child until Year 9, at age 13. This entry r

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 to reflect on important educational decisions - especially for those who recently received place offers from top UK boarding schools such as Eton, Harrow, Winchester, Radley, Tonbridge, Charterhouse, Brighton College, to name only a few of the many fantastic schools we are lucky to have in the UK. Whether you're choosing between offers, weig

Value added tax on private education - whilst I strongly disagree with a policy which appears to be based on shaky theories for its justification, VAT is now an extra financial burden for families who are considering investing in private education. Financial planning and budgeting, as well as shopping around to compare fees are sadly a factor in choosing the best school for a child. This saddens me to the core and my heart goes out to all those parents facing the dilemma of

Choosing the right boarding school for your child is a significant decision that can shape their happy and successful future, in many ways. It’s not simply about picking the most prestigious school, or the one closest to home. Before diving into researching and touring boarding schools, you need a well-thought-out strategy. Without careful planning, you might miss out on finding the school that perfectly aligns with your child’s strengths, interests, and needs. Often parent

Many private boarding schools have open days in the coming weeks. How do parents make the most of these fact-finding missions, seeing through the ‘marketing speak’ to start you on your journey towards making the best boarding school choice for you child? Choosing the right boarding school can be a confusing process, especially when you live outside the UK, or you are new to the idea of boarding. Investing hours reviewing school websites, watching videos and news shared via so