Deciding to choose a boarding school in the UK is a big decision for any family. The UK education system has a long-standing record of academic excellence, tradition and cultural variation and its boarding schools are some of the most desirable in the world. Whether you are thinking about an independent school for your child … Read more
Education is one of the biggest decisions families have to make – a lot of weight to bear with parents for socially, academically and for the future. When looking at education in the UK families are often faced with one question – “public (state) school or private (independent) school?” Both are great and bad and … Read more
In recent years, UK schools have increasingly adopted sustainability more meaningfully, hands-on and beyond just the token “eco-weeks” to have green ethos embedded into buildings, grounds, curriculum and student life. The shift reflects not only a growing awareness of climate concerns, but also a belief that schools are powerful sites for the development of future … Read more
Selecting the appropriate student accommodation may be among the most significant decisions you make during your time in the UK. Your accommodation options will influence your academic focus, social life, and bonded university experience as a whole. With university halls, private flats, homestays, and shared houses, it is important to think about what will be … Read more
In our digital globe, technology now sits at the centre of children’s learning and social activity. The internet is full of great opportunities – from online learning environments, to social media and gaming – however, there are some risks associated with internet use. Because of this, digital literacy and online safety, have become a key … Read more
In the past several years, mental health has been a key focus in schools in the UK, and rightly so. With increasing levels of anxiety, stress, and depression in students, schools now take on an important role in providing emotional and psychological support to young people. Whether it be through pastoral care teams or various … Read more
Fundamentally, funding is integral to the education system in the UK. It decides the level of support for teachers, resources the school can provide and whether every child, from whatever background, has available high-quality learning. Understanding how school funding works is useful for parents, educators and policymakers in making sense of education priorities for the … Read more
The Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) is a foundation for early childhood education in the UK. The EYFS sets the standards for learning, development and care for children from birth to age five, encompassing nursery, preschool and reception classes. It guarantees that every child has the best start in life, preparing them for learning in … Read more
Education in the United Kingdom has changed significantly in the past twenty years, as technology has emerged as a key driver of transformation in education. From the use of interactive whiteboards and tablets, to online learning platforms and artificial intelligence powered software, educational technology has changed the manner in which children learn, and educators teach. … Read more
Learning isn’t just limited to the classroom in the digital age. There are loads of free educational websites for primary students in the UK that turn studying into an enjoyable, engaging, and accessible experience. Whether your child is brushing up on their math skills, doing reading practice, or learning about science, the websites we’ve included … Read more