What GCSE Results Cannot Tell You About a School
Every independent school in the country publishes its results. They appear in league tables, in...
Leweston Blog
Thoughts from the staff, pupils and alumni of Leweston School.
The Careers That Do Not Have Names Yet — Preparing Children for an Unknown Future
When the parents of today's Year 7 pupils were themselves at school, there were no social media...
Why We Teach Children How to Think, Not What to Think
In Year 4, a class at Leweston spent the better part of a half-term debating whether the Romans...
What Are We Actually Preparing Children For?
There is a question that sits underneath almost every school visit, every open morning...
UK School System Explained: A Plain-English Guide for International Parents
If you were educated outside the United Kingdom, the British school system can seem bewildering....
How to Choose a UK Boarding School for Your Child: A Complete Guide for International Families
The United Kingdom has been educating international students for centuries. The traditions, the...
University vs Degree Apprenticeship: What Sixth Form Should Be Preparing Your Child For
When today's parents were applying to university, the path was relatively clear: A Levels, UCAS,...
Homesickness at Boarding School: What Really Helps (From Parents and Pupils Who've Been Through It)
The phone rings on a Tuesday evening in week two of term. Your child's voice is small. They are...
Financial Support for Catholic Families Choosing an Independent School
Independent school fees are a significant commitment for most families. For Catholic families, the...