Choosing a nursery and pre-prep for your child can be an overwhelming experience, particularly for those families located in London, where the early years education scene can be increasingly competitive. Parents in the most sought-after areas are often forced to make decisions on nurseries before their child has turned one, or in some cases, before […]
As tutors, we are often asked how best to support a child in their preparation for senior school. For many, this means sitting competitive 11+ exams in Year 6. These assessments are challenging, but need not be stressful if tackled sensibly. Starting preparations early is the best way to ensure that your child is a […]
With September upon us and the summer holidays passed — far too quickly — students are returning to school in what we hope might resemble a more ‘normal’ academic year. Whilst this brings much to look forward to, the return to school may also be daunting for children and students due to the considerable amount […]
August marked a busy month in the world of education, with the release of both A-level and GCSE results. Congratulations to all those who achieved or exceeded their predictions – it’s been quite a year! After the cancellation of UK national exams for the second year running due to the COVID-19 pandemic, we were thrilled to […]
Quintessentially Education would like to wish all students receiving their A-level results the best of luck ahead of tomorrow. After what has been an exceptional year, with the cancellation of examinations due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it is important that students are best prepared and aware of the options available to them. A reminder to: […]
Exploring in differences in major high school curriculums The curriculum is one of the most important components that define a school and choosing the right curriculum for you is one of the most crucial components in defining your academic success. There are over 12,000 K-12 English-medium international schools globally, and this has significantly increased over […]
Whilst the world has largely been closed for leisure travel this past year, many countries are now beginning to open up again. Travel for work or relocation purposes is very much resuming – especially as businesses shift and pivot out of the pandemic. With this in mind, families with school-age children wishing to relocate will […]
If you’re looking for a little inspiration for things to do this Easter, look no further, as Quintessentially Education have pulled together their favourite children’s camps that have confirmed they are going ahead this Easter holidays 2021. These programmes have been carefully selected to include a variety of sports, education and activities, so there really […]
The recent government announcement regarding the continuation of school closures until 8th March at the earliest has left a huge amount of uncertainty amongst parents and children. For nearly a year now, families have had to engage in remote learning and the toll that this has created is starting to show. Home-schooling can be tough for all; it’s difficult to concentrate, there’s emotional exhaustion and a general feeling of boredom. […]