What is E-Learning? The launch of Charterhouse Online
E-learning brings a new pedagogy to the world of education.
China is reopening: Will student numbers rebound at Independent Schools?
Our team in China suggest that the decline is a by-product of the COVID-19 Chinese government restrictions…
Pros and Cons of SATS at Year 2 and Year 6
Testing at both state and independent schools prepares children for the next stage of their education.
British education the envy of the world
A British Education is a passport for life, with UK independent schools some of the academically highest achieving globally
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…
Finding the Right School in the UK
Haifa Al Khaifi approached the Gabbitas Dubai office looking for support for finding the right school in the UK for her son, Joud. Below we share how we help their family every step of the way. Haifa was extremely busy with work, so was looking for an organisation that could take care of everything and…
10 Things to Look for on School Visits
The best way to get a feel for a school is to pay it a visit. Websites and prospectuses are well and good and in many cases have to suffice, but if you have a chance to visit, then snap it up. To get the best value out of your trip these are the top…
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…
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…