The English School System

Learning tree We think you'll love our

"Learning Tree",

this beautifully illustrates both

the state school and independent school systems in England.

Use in conjunction with From Embryo to 18 - How To Survive The Education Highway which explains what to do, when.

For example the age of transfer to independent senior school is typically at age 13 but some schools will not accept registrations for those older than 10 which means the search has to begin when a child is only aged 8!

Click on sections of the enlarged image below

- such as the 'Common Entrance Owl'- or 'State cloud' (or on any of the tabs underneath the illustration). These will take you directly to information and advice on that topic.

Finding The Right Nursery School For Your Child

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Sussing Out A Nursery: On A Visit

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Child Care Choices For Under 5's

What type of childcare suits your family best? We’ve not met a parent who has done birth to school without some form of help. Everyone needs a new perspective on –...

Pre-School Children And SEN

Does your pre-school child have special needs? You may have concerns about your child's sensory development (sight, hearing, speech and language); physical, social, emotional...

Nurture Groups

Taking care of the vulnerable. Nurture groups provide a safe environment, help build a child's self-esteem, foster trust and provide a safe, healthy environment in which the...

Starting School

The best days of their life? Every September thousands of youngsters take the first tentative steps on an education journey that will shape their future. 'There's nothing quite...

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