Independent Schools Show 2019
In 2019 there were more talks than ever before, on three stages. Catch up on some of the highlights.
Hot off the Press
An overview of the current state of the sector in the UK, covering the latest political challenges and developments.
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Andrew Jack
Global Education Editor , Financial Times
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Patrick Derham
Head Master, Westminster School
Year 5-8 Conundrums
What's going on with Pre-tests and Common Entrance? Every parent needs to be up-to-date.
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Will Petty
Director, Bonas MacFarlane
Surviving London's pressure cooker
Exams every year from the age of seven, hyper competitive entrance exams for boys and girls at 11+ and 13+, Common Entrance; many parents are asking is there another way?
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Helen Lowe
Head, Bute House Preparatory School for Girls
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Neil McLaughlan
Head Master, Westminster Cathedral Choir School
How to pay for your children & grandchildren’s education?
Whether a grandparent, new parent, high earner or international parent, our experts will aim to help you consider all of your options.
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Paul Jones
Financial Adviser, Hawkins Thomas Wealth Management
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John Solosy
Chartered Financial Planner, Solosy Wealth Management
Single sex or co-ed?
This is one of the most debated subjects in education. Does single-sex education really benefit girls more than boys?
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Sarah Kerr-Dineen
Headmaster, Oundle School
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Dr Dominic Luckett
Headmaster, Sherborne School
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Cheryl Giovannoni
Chief Executive, Girls Day School Trust (GDST)
Thriving at school
Elaine Halligan explores the concept of growth mindset and looks at ways of motivating our children to do their best.
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Shona Colaço
Head, Knightsbridge School
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Jemima Davidson
School Project Manager, Place2Be
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Elaine Halligan
London Director, The Parent Practice
Moving at Sixth Form
Sixth form is a critical time in any young person’s education and many students move after GCSEs. Our experts will discuss the wide variety of options available.
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James Barton
Director of Admissions, Mander Portman Woodward (MPW)
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Gareth Collier
Principal, Cardiff Sixth Form College.
Busting the Myths of the Independent Schools Admission Process
What independent schools are really looking for and what you should be too!
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Julian Thomas
Director, JPT Consulting
State until eight?
Where is the value today? Comparing state and independent schools, and if combining how to manage changing lanes.
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Ralph Lucas
Editor in Chief , Good Schools Guide
