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Independent school admissions, fees and the 11+
Research, data and practical advice for parents. Nothing sponsored.
UK private school numbers fall 2.4% in the first post-VAT census
Research & Insights
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Head tenure has halved at London's top independent schools
Pastoral care: a parent's guide to wellbeing, safeguarding and ethos
St Paul's Girls': a new High Mistress, and what won't change
Admissions
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Apply to three schools, not nine: rethinking the 11+ scramble
How to choose a private school: a five-part fit framework
School open days: the questions heads say every parent should ask
Scholarships
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How independent-school bursaries work in 2026
Bursary applications: when to apply and what documents you'll need
Private school fees after VAT: what to budget for now
Exams
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The ISEB Common Pre-Test, explained
Which 11+ exam will my child sit? GL, ISEB and bespoke papers
13+ Common Entrance and the shift to pre-tests
