The Making of Me: Robin Stevens discusses her school days
Absolutely Education interviews author Robin Stevens, and she reveals how her years at Cheltenham Ladies’ College inspired the popular Murder Most Unladylike novelsWhere did you go to school and when?I went to Cheltenham Ladies’ College from 2001 to 2006.What sort of school was it?An immensely posh all-girls’ boarding school – I usually explain it as being a cross between…
Gordon’s School on prep boarding success
Sam and Daisy Cooper, Houseparents at Gordon's School (TES Boarding School of the Year), describe ways in which they help first-time prep boarders settle in and thriveBoarding schools have come a long way since those tales of cold showers and huge dormitories. Dedicated staff now guide students as they navigate social interactions, mental-health issues and meeting the high expectations of…
Insider: A look at school governors and their changing role
As it gets more difficult to recruit school governors, Absolutely Education looks at the challenges of the changing role of school governorsWhen my mother became a school governor in the 70s, one of the other governors resigned. He was making a stand at a woman joining the board. In those days, many governors were appointed on the back of a drinks party or being a friend of the…
Things to consider before choosing a secondary school
Choosing a secondary school for your child can seem like a daunting task. In this article, the Head of St Christina's, Alastair Gloag, tells Absolutely Education how parents can pick wiselyChoosing a secondary school can be daunting. As someone who has been through this process, as both a father and a headteacher, I can say that, in most situations, things work out really well. However,…
How to choose the best boarding school for your child
Boarding schools can provide your child with an academically rigorous environment where education becomes a part of every aspect of their life. But in choosing the right boarding school that will enable your child to flourish, it is important to consider a variety of factors. Absolutely Education has teamed up with King’s Ely, an independent boarding school in Cambridgeshire, to highlight key…
Making of me: Sophie Holland on Buckinghamshire school days and finding her career path
Leading UK casting director Sophie Hollander (The Witcher, Young Wallander) on Buckinghamshire school days, her passion for reading and finding her own pathWhere did you go to school and when?I went to primary school in Haddenham, secondary school in Princes Risborough and sixth form in Great Missenden – all in Buckinghamsbire.What were your school/s like?They were pretty run of…
Day in the Life: Joint School Captains of Latymer Upper School
Clodagh and Ali, joint School Captains at Latymer Upper School, talk us through a day in their lives... from free coffee to RockyClodaghClodagh, Joint School Captain of Latymer Upper06:30Definitely still fast asleep. I've got my get-up-and-out-of-the-house routine down to the minimum, so I’m on my bike 20 minutes after my alarm goes off.08:25Instead of form-time, I’m often…
Laura Dockrill on her time at the Brit School in south London
Q: Where did you go to school and when? A: I went to the Brit School for Performing Arts (OVER 10 YEARS AGO NOW!!!) Q: What sort of school was it? A: It is magical and special. When I first stepped foot in the building I immediately felt at home. I had struggled in my previous school to find a footing as it was very academic and felt a huge amount of pressure and further and…
The benefits of sending your child to a prep boarding school
From academic progression to building confidence and more time for extracurricular activities, here are reasons why you should consider sending your child to a boarding school...FOSTERING INDEPENDENCEBoarding schools put a strong focus on truly preparing children for life. Children learn to live with others, forming close friendships and learning life skills that day schools are…
Guide: How to get your child into the best London day schools
From balancing extracurricular activities with academic excellence to finding the right preparatory school for your child, there are many things to consider when preparing your child for a place at one of the top London day schools. Absolutely Education has teamed up with Eaton House Belgravia, an all-boys’ Pre-Prep and Prep school for boys aged 4-11 (with a co-educational Nursery) to provide…