On Saturday 9th and Sunday 10th November 2019, more than 7,000 parents and their children are expected at The Independent Schools Show at the Evolution Centre, Battersea Park, London, SW8 4NW.Â
Schools choices are one of the most difficult decisions for parents and the Independent Schools Show is designed to help them find out more about what the independent sector offers and to plan their…
Here’s a rare photo shoot of my camera-shy 13 year old Diego with his new school shoes. I treasure these memories as he’s growing at the speed of light.Â
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Typically an Italian house is full of shoes. Mine is no different. We’ve got shoes for all occasions, sport, comfort. You are probably laughing but shoes are a big deal in my household. Â
Diego’s Boys Senior School Shoes are from…
In this blog I am looking at 11+ school selection and academic assessment, a vital combination for success.
Where to start?
Evaluating your child’s options for senior school can be stressful. The overwhelming amount of information available about schools can also be bewildering. Schools have different styles and academic standards, and it is important to choose one where your child feels both…
This blog on the British school system might be controversial but I speak from personal experience. I have experimented first hand that an outstanding school is often (not always) more interested in academic results at the expense of its students’ wellbeing, not just mental health in broad terms but also physical health. My son went to an outstanding secondary school last year that was all good…
What are schools looking for in admissions interviews?
Selective schools are increasingly relying on interviews to help them as part of their final selection decisions. Some schools will use the classic one-to-one interview, some prefer group interviews, and some use a combination of both approaches. The keys to success in this form of assessment are letting children know roughly what to expect…
Free Talk for Parents from JK Educate:
HOW CHILD COACHING CAN BENEFIT YOUR FAMILYÂ
Tuesday, 6th November 2018
8 – 10pm
The Brentano Suite, Lyttelton House, 2 Lyttelton Road London N2 0EF
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Lorrae and Katie will be introducing Muriel, JK Educate’s consultant life coach for children. Muriel will explain how coaching and person-centred support works to support children in their education and…
Dear London Mums,
Navigating the mire of entrance exams can be very daunting for both children and parents but we have found experts who are perfectly placed to help you survive…
Laidlaw Education is the leading provider of tuition, courses, mock exams, assessments and special needs provision in South West London, since 1992.
Further information and all booking is available online by clicking…
Let’s talk fee assistance. Many parents believe that their child needs to be awarded a scholarship in order to receive financial help from a school. This isn’t the case. Over 168,000 private school pupils (33% of all pupils) get some sort of financial help. The 2018 ISC annual census shows that many schools have extended bursary provision in the last year, providing almost £400m…
Homework basics
This time, I want to talk about how best to support and encourage your child’s homework effort. A regular time and place for your child to do their homework is essential, so this isn’t negotiable each day. Agree with them when they will work after school, timing it so they have had a chance to unwind and have a snack before they start. Then remove any possible distractions such…
Parents who are interested in 11+ and Pre-Test Preparation will be pleased to know that Cavendish Milton are running an 11+ and Pre-Test preparation course this half-term in Marylebone over October Half-Term, Mon-Fri 9am-12.30pm. Here’s a message from them.Â
Hi there,
Cavendish Milton are running an 11+ and Pre-Test preparation course this half-term in Marylebone.
Our tutors have helped…