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British Boarding School at 16

Sixth form can be an absolutely transformative time in a young person’s life. They’re settling into the person they’re going to be, working towards the toughest exams they’ve faced to date, and at the same time they are making vitally important decisions about their future that will affect the rest of their lives. Being in…

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What is the Role of a Prep School?

“Prep Schools” seem to be a peculiarly British invention. The clue is in the name, preparatory schools are there to prepare pupils for entry into many of the UK’s top public schools. According to the IAPS (Incorporated Association of Preparatory Schools) there are over 600 schools in the UK that fall into this category, educating…

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Best British Boarding Schools

For international families, deciding to send a child to boarding school overseas can be a difficult decision.  There are numerous factors at play but not least the issue of being a plane ride away.  Could the advantages of attending one of the best British boarding schools really outweigh the benefits of staying within the family…