Tag: 7+ entry
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How Many Schools to Apply For?
Every October, the atmosphere at the school gate shifts. The casual chats about summer holidays are replaced by a frantic sort of application arithmetic. I recently overheard a mum saying she had registered her daughter for nine different schools. Nine.… Continue reading
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What Schools Look For at Interview
The school interview is often the source of significant anxiety for families. Many parents view the school interview as a performance to be perfected or a test with a specific set of correct answers. In reality, for most independent schools,… Continue reading
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How to Talk to Your Child Before School Assessments
A practical guide for parents navigating assessment anxiety at 7+, 11+ and beyond. The Parent Anxiety As assessment dates loom, many parents find themselves caught in a difficult cycle. You want to encourage your child to do their best, but… Continue reading
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VAT on Independent School Fees UK: One Year On
The Parent Anxiety Since January 2025, VAT on independent school fees UK has shifted from a political talking point to a practical financial reality for families. For over eighteen months, the phrase ‘VAT on fees‘ has been the background noise… Continue reading
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What I Wish Parents Knew Before the School Search
Every year, I speak to parents who are months into the school search and completely exhausted. They’ve toured a dozen schools, they’ve joined five WhatsApp groups and read every forum thread and yet they’re more confused than when they started.… Continue reading
