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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
Phonics for fun
Early years specialist Sophie David is on a mission to demystify phonics with her latest book – and ensure children and parents have fun together
New Principal for Wymondham College
Wymondham College in Norfolk, the largest state boarding school in the country, has a new Principal from this academic year
St Albans School on the wider value of CCF
Maj. David Forbes-Whitehead, CCF Commander at St Albans School, on the wide-ranging benefits for young people of Combined Cadet Force participation
Edge Grove Prep School on supporting individuality
Richard Stanley, Head of Edge Grove Prep School in Hertfordshire, on recognising the individuality and character of each child to foster confident learners
St David’s College on scholarship goals
Andrew Russell, Headmaster of St David's College in North Wales, on the true value and purpose of a scholarship programme
Feltonfleet School on developing AI literacy
Shelley Lance, Headmistress of Feltonfleet Prep School, on the vital importance of building AI literacy and responsibility from early years
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