Nowadays, there are so many different application processes you need to be aware of. For example, it is necessary for people to fill out applications for a bank or a job. Applying to go to a secondary school is no different and this process can …
Are Grammar Schools Inspected By Ofsted?
Grammar schools are commonly known as being a school for more academic pupils, this may remove the assumption that they need to be inspected by the Government. But is this true, do grammar schools have to be inspected by Ofsted? Grammar schools are state funded …
How Are Faith Schools Funded?
The UK school system can be confusing for parents and teachers alike, with the many different types of schools causing confusion throughout the stages of education. Some of the hardest aspects to understand are faith and religious schools, and how they are controlled, particularly in …
What are Good Part Time Jobs For College Students?
Independence is something we all crave at some point in our lives. The urge to learn more about the way the adult world works and to establish a place in it is something most young people look forward to. This is one of the main …
What are SATs & What is Their Purpose?
If your child is in Year 2 or 6, they will soon be taking their SATs. I have sat my SATs, so please do believe me when I tell you that there is no need to worry over them. Your child’s teacher will do most …
T-Level Grading System Explained
For some people finishing GCSEs, academic education doesn’t sound right for them, but they also don’t want to leave education entirely. If this sounds like you, then a vocational qualification, such as T-Levels, may be great for you. Like a mixture between a BTEC and …
What are UCAS Points?
Anyone who wants to go to university in the UK will quickly become familiar with UCAS, which is the body that oversees university applications across the country. Although this application system is widely used, that definitely doesn’t mean it is simple. There are a lot …
How Do You Know If Your Child Should Sit the 11 Plus Exam?
The greatest thing a parent can do is secure their children a bright future. One of the best ways to do this, is to ensure the best possible education for your child. It is for this reason that many parents across the UK pine for …
Do Faith Schools Follow The National Curriculum?
There are many different types of schools in the UK. While most of us are aware of the differences between primary and secondary schools, or state and private schools, the details of faith schools are considerably less well known. One of the most common questions …
How Much Are Grammar School Fees?
There are many types of school in the UK. Broadly speaking, these can be split into two groups – state schools, which are free for students to attend as they are funded by the government, and private schools, which require parents to pay a fee …