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…
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 FAMILY
Tuesday, 6th November 2018
8 – 10pm
The Brentano Suite, Lyttelton House, 2 Lyttelton Road London N2 0EF
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…
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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 privateschoolpupils (33% of all pupils) get some sort offinancial help. The 2018 ISC annual census shows that many schools have extended bursary provision in the last year, providing…
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…
Parents who are interested in 11+ and Pre-Test Preparation will be pleased to know thatCavendish Milton are running an 11+ and Pre-Test preparation course this half-term in Marylebone overOctober Half-Term, Mon-Fri 9am-12.30pm. Here’s a message from them.
Hi there,
Cavendish Milton are running an 11+ and Pre-Test preparation course this half-term in Marylebone.
Our tutors…
Often parents ask themselves what they can do if their children get sent home for not following the school’s policies. Here’s a simple Q&A for the frequently asked questions.
What should I do if I don’t like my child’s school’s curriculum?
Most schools will follow the National Curriculum and they are required by law to do that unless there is a good reason not to. If…
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How can you make a difference to your child’s summer learning?
Ah, the endless lazy days of summer! Our children’s lives often seem to be timetabled from breakfast to bedtime during term time. It’s great to have a change in routine, let them sleep in (if they ever will!), take a break from the schedule, and just relax. However, young brains still need stimulation. If you don’t want…