The world of 11+ entrance exams can seem an intimidating one. When should children start preparing for the assessments? Do they need tutors, or can parents provide enough support by themselves? Do students sit...
What is homeschooling? In recent years, the idea of homeschooling children has become increasingly popular. Homeschooling essentially means that children are educated at home or within small groups outside of mainstream schooling, which can...
The benefits of reading are indisputable. A growing body of evidence suggests that reading regularly improves a child’s academic attainment, as well as supporting their social and moral development. For example, UK-based charity The...
Recently, the British public was treated to the dubious spectacle of shadow culture minister Chris Bryant and superstar balladeer James Blunt trading verbal blows. In a nutshell, Bryant name-checked Blunt (along with Eton-educated actor...
It’s official. Michael Gove, in all of his divisive glory, is no longer the Education Secretary, and will be setting up camp instead in the Chief Whip’s office. Teachers across the country tripped over...
The new year has arrived and we have all thought of ways to improve ourselves over the course of 2014. Why not try to make yourself a better student? These 7 Habits of Highly...
11+ exams are fast approaching, and the Christmas holiday provides a perfect opportunity to do some last-minute revision and preparation. In the last few weeks, it is important to focus your attentions on the...
Dr. Christopher Ray, the head of Manchester Grammar school has raised concerns at the Headmasters and Headmistresses’ Conference this year about the ‘hot housing’ process that many children undergo at 11+ and 13+. According...
