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For parents thinking about their little one’s first foray into independent schooling, the process can seem daunting. Often the sheer quantity of available information overwhelms. Here you’ll find relevant information, carefully curated to prepare you for the exciting journey, from tips on choosing the right school to advice from specialists.
Pre-Prep Articles
Will Hamilton Davies’ grand plan
Becoming a children's author in your 20s is no mean feat, but Will Hamilton-Davies honed his ear for writing as a reader of stories, and kept on going until that grand plan was realised
Dulwich College on the importance of culture in school choice
The Master of Dulwich College Robert Milne says that focusing on a school’s character and culture is vital to ensure the right fit for your child
Hanford Prep Head appointment
Hanford Prep in Dorset has a new Head in Sophie Blewitt, stepping up from her role as Interim Head
Cambridge merger as St Faith’s to join The Leys
St Faith's School Cambridge is joining The Leys from September 2028 – sharing a site and going under a single name
Aberdour School on building confidence
The Headmaster of Aberdour School Phillip Makhouli on why self-knowledge is a vital foundation for confidence, ambition and future success.
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