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Here you’ll find the lowdown on prep schools: boarding or day; mixed or co-ed; the options seem endless. This section aims to help you make an informed decision for your child by offering a wealth of relevant advice from teachers and specialists to support you while you and your child navigate the schooling system.

Prep Articles

Burlington House School on the value of Media and Film

Burlington House School on the value of Media and Film

Paul Jones, Head of Burlington House School, Tooting, on why it's 'Lights, Camera, Inclusion' when you teach Media and Film to SEND pupils

St Dunstan’s and The Villa announce new partnership

St Dunstan’s and The Villa announce new partnership

A new alliance between St Dunstan's and The Villa, announced this month, brings the south-east London schools closer together

Ask the experts: Quintessentially Education on preparing your child for the ISEB

Ask the experts: Quintessentially Education on preparing your child for the ISEB

Dr David Smith of Quintessentially Education gives guidance on helping to prepare a child for the ISEB pre-tests

Spanish immersion at The Roche School

Spanish immersion at The Roche School

A bilingual stream at The Roche School in Wandsworth is giving early learners immersion in one of the world's most widely spoken languages

Kensington Wade on its Mandarin immersion

Kensington Wade on its Mandarin immersion

At London prep Kensington Wade, all subjects are learnt in Mandarin and English – and with no prior Chinese language abilities required

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How to choose a school environment that will nurture and empower your daughter
Burlington House School on the value of Media and Film
St Dunstan’s and The Villa announce new partnership
Ask the experts: Quintessentially Education on preparing your child for the ISEB
Spanish immersion at The Roche School
Kensington Wade on its Mandarin immersion
Bromley High School introduces Middle Years
Mind the culture gap
Absolutely Education's Guide to All Girls' Schools
Sport for success
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