Maths plays a central role in our world, making it an essential subject for children to master in school. From...

Your child is being taught in school, but are they really learning? In order to succeed in education, children need...

Executive function skills help children plan ahead, stay focused, control their emotions and follow instructions even when facing distractions.  These...

Getting children excited about reading can feel challenging for many parents. Between competing distractions and busy schedules, finding ways to...

Moving from nursery to reception is a major milestone for young children and their families. This change brings new routines,...

Oracy – the ability to speak and listen effectively – is just as important as reading and writing for academic...

If you’ve decided that you’ll be sending your child to a prep school rather than a state-funded school, you’ll need...

From April 2026, St Martin’s School will be joining Haberdashers’ Elstree family of Schools (Haberdashers’ Boys’ School, Haberdashers’ Girls’ School...

Starting school or moving to a new class can be an equally exciting and nerve-wracking time for your child. Your...

Play-based learning is key to early years learning, because children naturally learn through curiosity, movement and imagination. Learning through play...

If you’ve identified the secondary school you want your son to attend, the best way to secure his place there...

Neuroscience shows us how children’s brains grow, learn and adapt from their earliest years. By applying insights from educational neuroscience,...

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Choosing the right prep school takes careful thought, and an open day gives you the chance to understand once and...

Choosing the right prep school shapes your child’s path through education and beyond. Independent prep schools provide a structured environment...

Choosing the right school for your son means looking beyond simply academics to the environment that will shape his character...

The 13 plus exam is a key step for students aiming to move into selective secondary schools at year 9...

Getting ready for the new school year can be a busy time, especially as the school holidays end and routines...

Choosing the right school for your son is an important decision, with many parents wondering if single-sex schools are still...

A private school bursary is financial help given to students to help pay private or independent school fees if their...

Understanding how children grow and learn is important for parents. In the UK, child development stages are well defined to...

Play is not just about fun and games; it is an essential part of a child’s growth. Through various types...

Applying for secondary school is an important step in your child’s education. You might feel overwhelmed by the steps in...

Through a combination of specialised teaching methods, extra-curricular activities and unique school environments, private schools cultivate self-assurance in children. At...