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John Catt Educational?s schoolsearch.co.uk gives families access to hundreds of schools and a wealth of essential information in just a few clicks. Schoolsearch.co.uk is the online guide to 2,104 independent schools across the UK, including the...

Suzannah Cryer, Head of Highfield and Brookham School, speaks about the exciting scholarship programme for year five children. What is the year five scholarship" We?re extremely proud of our children and how they approach their education with...

Year 9 is a big deal. It?s the first year of senior school in the independent sector, a new environment, new friends and new teachers to get used to. For many it?s even their first experience of boarding. Millfield?s innovative Nine at Millfield...

 Faith\'s 21st birthday was on Friday the 25th and it ended up being an all-day celebration! She didn\'t sleep well the night before, so I was a little concerned she would run out of steam, but she just kept going! It ended up being a beautiful...

?Are you insane"?. Friends weren?t reacting to me climbing Everest or swimming the Bosphorus, but to the decision to take seven teenagers riding and camping in Kyrgyzstan this summer. Words: Alexandra Tolstoy I?ve been running trips for intrepid...

Independent schools are widening the opportunity net for girls? sports, often breaking down barriers to traditionally ?boys-only? games and disciplines Words by Katie Hughes According to the Women?s Sport Trust, a record-breaking 22.6-million...

Earlier this year I decided it would be fun to do something extra special for Faith\'s 21st birthday. Ever since I went to Bon Jovi a couple of years ago with my sisters, Faith has been telling me she wants to attend a concert, too. When she was...

The Autumn 2024 Edition of The Guide to Independent Schools is out now! In a year where it felt as though I was becoming a permanent fixture at my local polling station, it?s heartening to see that student activism has never been stronger, with...

Win a luxurious five-night family stay at Mount Cinnamon Beach Resort & Spa, Grenada Fancy a getaway to picturesque Grenada, known as the Caribbean?s ?Spice Isle?" This dreamy resort is tucked into the hillside overlooking Grand Anse Beach, one...

The winners of the Independent Schools of the Year 2024 Awards have been announced! At a glittering awards ceremony held this evening, the winners of the Independent Schools of the Year 2024 Awards campaign, now in its seventh year, were revealed...

From ample grounds to state-of-the-art sports centres, here?s a round-up of some of the highest-ranking school facilities The facilities a school offers can be the key to discovering talent within a pupil. Whether as a dance or sports player,...

From spending quality time with residents at local care homes to lending their efforts to charitable projects, there are countless benefits to independent school students engaging with community-based volunteering, Laura Sutherland...

Becky Gouverneur drew this charcoal drawing of a pair of lemurs using a combination of charcoal sticks, pencils and charcoal powder  Ever wondered how to draw an animal" This exclusive step-by-step on how to draw animals in...

Cornwall-based contemporary artist, Nina Brooke recalls the many happy years she spent at Bryanston School in Dorset Your school in three words" I?d say creative, nurturing and progressive. Who was your best friend" I had loads of great pals...

The new issue of Artists & Illustrators is out now. Here?s everything you can expect to see Cover artist Petra Richards This month’s issue invites you to explore a world of creativity, no matter what medium you love working with....

Enter this month’s art prize draw for your chance to win big! Courtesy of professional artist Marilyn Allis Trade everyday life for Bournemouth?s stunning coast, where a Trio Break awaits, blending artistic growth with seaside...

At Highgate, one of our academic priorities is to promote reading for pleasure. There are no tests or assessments though ? this one?s ?just for fun?. A recent report commissioned by the National Literacy Trust states: ?If reading is to become a...

A unique partnership at Ashville College in North Yorkshire aims to help the children of relocated US armed forces staff at nearby Royal Air Force Menwith Hill settle into school life, says Head of Prep Phil Soutar The huge white ?golf balls? that...

With school fees set to rocket, many parents are asking if going ?state before eight? is the way to go. By talking to the heads of some of the country?s top prep schools, Laura Sutherland learns what makes the early years worth the investment On 29...

Last year, when I heard the news that Pat Sajak was retiring from Wheel of Fortune, I knew I better prepare Faith. When season 41 began, I told her, "This is Pat\'s last season. Next year, there will be a new host." Faith\'s favorite show...

Samantha Dainty of Bespoke Minds Education looks at the pros and cons of educating siblings at the same school In Larkin?s often-quoted poem ?This Be The Verse?, he uses humour to make light of generational trauma and how children can be damaged by...

Join Mall Galleries to Explore Emerging Figurative Art Become a Friend of Mall Galleries to enjoy exclusive perks, including private views, unlimited entry, and discounts, all while contributing to a vital charity dedicated to showcasing...

By the age of 12, 97% of pupils in England and Wales* own a mobile phone.  We asked five head teachers about their schools? mobile phone policy? Daniel Cox, Edgeborough School, Surrey Edgeborough is proud to have established itself as a mobile...

The free places are available for over 100 exceptionally talented young students at Thomas’s College, a new senior school in South-West London opening in September 2025 In an exciting development for London?s independent school landscape,...

Choosing an independent school can seem like an overwhelming task, so where do you begin" Laura Bursey Faulkner, Director of Admissions at Rugby School, Warwickshire takes you through the process Just as families compile a list of non-negotiables...

Grahame Booth shows you how to master watercolour painting with a limited palette In this watercolour painting demo, Grahame Booth demonstrates how to use a limited palette to capture the serene beauty of Rathlin Island, located off the north...

Fashion illustrator David Downton shares what it’s like to draw the best dressed women in the world In the world of fashion illustration, capturing the essence of style and beauty requires both skill and insight. David Downton, renowned fashion...

Here’s Lachlan Goudie’s guide to sketching people on the go and capturing movement Drawing movement can transform static images into dynamic, lively scenes that captivate viewers. Whether you’re working on a simple...

Amanda Hoskin shows you how to paint stunning sunset skies with depth and texture Step 1: Preparing Your Canvas Start by wetting the paper to create a smooth base for your watercolour sky. Use a large brush to apply a light wash of blue and...

The new issue of Artists & Illustrators is out now. Here?s everything you can expect to see This month’s issue is packed with diverse pieces that will uplift your spirits and spark your creativity. On the practical side, we dive...

Your chance to secure a place at the iconic St Ives School of Painting in Cornwall St Ives School of Painting, established in 1938, provides quality, contemporary art tuition from its unique location above Porthmeor Beach in St Ives,...

Meet an artist who paints animals? souls with passion and precision Deimante Bruzguliene embarked on her creative journey in her early years, driven by an insatiable desire to become an artist. ?I?ve always dreamt of being an artist,?...

Cher Pruys is a self-taught artist who works in different mediums. Here, she describes the thought process that goes into her portrait painting  I choose my subjects carefully to engage my audience ? and also to share a story....

We ask an oil artist to tell us about a piece of art that holds significance for him On the Natural Origins of Insomnia, oil on linen, 63.5x81cm  As a still life painter, I regularly visit used goods shops to hunt for objects that I...

Professional artist and painting tutor Max Panks shows you how he painted his favourite London street scene I’m a huge fan of cityscape art and ever since I first saw the sun setting over London?s St Martin?s Lane, it has been my...

Enter this one-off competition for your chance to make marks with confidence, courtesy of Pantone | Royal Talens We?re excited to announce a brand-new competition in collaboration with Royal Talens, offering you the opportunity to...

The judges are pleased to announce the Finalists of the Independent Schools of the Year 2024 awards The judges are pleased to announce the Finalists of the Independent Schools of the Year 2024 awards. Thank you to all schools for taking part and...

A new year is a big transition for teens, with a new class, teachers and possibly a new school. Dr Bettina Hohnen, Clinical Psychologist, gives advice for how parents can set their teen up for a successful year.  1. Let the brain take the...

One of the reasons I look forward to summer is to finally feel the warmth of the sun. Oftentimes spring in North Dakota is a little on the chilly side, and we still have to don our jackets, and sometimes even our boots, depending on how much snow is...

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Giant eyes. Chubby cheeks. Adorable smile. Explosive tantrums. Welcome to the ?Terrific Twos.? It?s the start of an exciting and chaotic time. Two-year-olds make you fawn over their cuteness and stress over their sudden independence. How do you...

Neonatal hypoglycemia (low blood sugar (glucose) level in newborns) can affect your baby depending on the age when they?re born. Low blood sugar can occur in babies born late preterm (35-37 weeks gestation), full term (39-40 weeks gestation), and...

As you prepare to birth your baby, do you think back to your own childhood" Were you ever in tough situations you don?t want your baby to experience" Do you want to give baby a life better than yours" Know that you have the power to intervene to...

Did you know that if your baby needs specialized care in a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), you can stay with them, nursing your baby or pumping milk for feeding" While in the NICU you?ll be one of baby?s primary caretakers. Skin-to-skin care...