Tips, questions and pitfalls for UK boarding school open days

We outline the most important things to know about the ISEB Common Pre-Tests, for students applying to UK independent schools.

We outline the most important points about the UKiset assessment for international students applying to UK independent schools.

Moving to the UK is a huge move for any family, and finding the right school for your children is one of the most important decisions you need to make before you go.

If you’re unfamiliar with it, the British school system can seem a little complex, so let us guide you through the most important details…

Diana Harrison is Deputy Head at St Mary's School, Calne. Here she shares what top schools look for in interviews and assessments.

We ask Jim Hewer, founder of Heritage Education, for advice on visiting prospective UK boarding schools for your child.

We explain the meanings of two terms that might be unfamiliar to you when you’re looking into UK schools: ‘streaming’ and ‘setting’.

Thinking about UK boarding school for your child? We know how confusing the process can be. Pre-tests, UKISET, 11+, 13+, Common Entrance... what does it all mean?!

We ask Jenny Godwin, a matron at prestigious prep school Cheam, about what life is like in a school boarding house.

UK boarding school life has a whole language of its own. Here we demystify some of the terms.