State School Admissions - How To Secure A Place
How the state schools admissions process works depends on where you live within the UK.
Recent policies have wised-up to, and tightened-up on, the many scams and ruses used by parents and schools to select by the back-door.
We dispel the myths and explain what works and what doesn't.
It is no longer the case that parents opt to educate their children wholly in the private school sector or wholly in state education. Savvy parents are switching...
All things being equal, always have a go at the school you think is right for your child.
Even those independent schools you have been told are jam-packed may have a place.
Don’t...
'I always tell parents if they’re paying to coach 3-year-olds, they might as well burn £20 notes.’
Independent schools are free to choose who they admit and...
Need to find a school inside the M25?
There are very many good schools in central and outer London but, with a population of 7 million, places at good schools can be in short supply....
Investing thousands in your child's education? How do you ensure the school will survive your child?
The death of a school can be a disaster for parents. Schools never...
Failed to get into your preferred school?
Time is limited so, if you are thinking of appealing, you need to act quickly. There are a number of organisations that can help but...
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The ripping down of tattered displays, cleaning of classrooms and smartening...
Anxious parents are willing to lie, cheat, and even change their religion to get their offspring into the right school.
With the financial crisis in full...
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