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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.
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Prep Articles
Magical island – James’ Place co-founder’s enchanting new book
James' Place co-founder Clare Milford Haven talks about the inspiration behind her new book, capturing the timeless magic of family holidays
New Head at St Hilda’s Prep, Hertfordshire
St. Hilda's Prep School in Bushey, Hertfordshire has announced that Andy Kaye will be its new Head
Paradise found – a perfect family holiday at Windjammer Landing
Life centres on the beach – and the hedonistic pleasure of doing as much or as little as you please – at the St Lucia resort of Windjammer Landing
Fantastic sports – going beyond the usual team games
We may associate independent schools with the big team games, but they offer a rich diet of alternatives that can be played for fun or taken to elite level – and the end goal is not only to bring on the champions, but…
Holiday Nanny guide
A holiday nanny may sound like a luxury, but it's not only the super-rich who take help on holiday – so what are the ground rules for hiring vacation childcare?
St Columba’s College appoints new Head and receives ‘Excellent’ ISI rating
St Columba's College in St Albans has announced that Karl Guest will be the new Head from September 2023, and the school has just been rated 'Excellent' in all areas
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