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The Emotional Cost of London’s Independent School Preparation Process: What Nobody Prepares You For
It feels like everyone else knows something you don’t. This world is gatekept, deliberately. The parents who have navigated it successfully don’t share what they know. The schools leave it till late. The tutors and agencies share only when you engage them. An honest account of what the selective school process actually costs emotionally, and what nobody prepares you for.
Dec 7, 20258 min read


Tutoring Agencies in London: What Parents Need to Know Before They Book
Tutoring agencies London for 7+, 8+, 11+ and 13+ preparation: costs, waitlists, red flags and what to ask before booking a tutor for London’s independent and private schools.
Nov 11, 20254 min read


7+, 8+, and 11+ Exams Explained: A Guide to London's School System for Parents
Confused by the 7+, 8+ and 11+ exams in London? A clear guide for parents explaining how the system works, key timelines, and what to expect when applying to selective schools.
Dec 24, 202311 min read


Raising Well-Rounded Children in London's Competitive Environment
There are some tips and tricks i have learnt that seem to be universal when it when it comes to raising successful children in London.
Mar 12, 20225 min read


State vs Private Schools in London: How to Choose the Right Primary School
State vs private schools in London: a practical guide for parents comparing primary school options, admissions processes, and how to choose what’s right for your child.
Aug 30, 202110 min read


The Importance of Reading to Your Child from when they are a Baby
Most people probably believe that a baby is not capable of understanding anything when you read to them. But, they do! Infact, infants take in the sounds of the language when you read and find sound patterns. I have been reading to my little one since he is 2 weeks old. We usually do it in a way so that I either lie flat next to him with the book above me or sit him up in front of me with the book flat down in front of us. He tends to love it when I read in an animated f
Jan 23, 20182 min read
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