INDEPENDENT SCHOOL PARENT
Forest School is an enriching aspect of Early Years learning
GREEN TIME
Leanna Barrett, Head of Liberty Woodland School in Morden writes on the practical ways families can integrate nature into everyday learning
How to access THE BEST EDUCATION ON A BUDGET
In light of VAT on fees, schools are offering ever more routes to financial support. Katie Hughes explores how families can secure an independent-school education that’s within their means
Bag a bursary
The latest Independent Schools Council (ISC) census shows that almost 160,000 privately educated pupils get help with their fees from schools¹. Much of this comes via bursaries or scholarships, and the support is significant. According to the ISC, which represents nearly
1,400 independent schools, almost half of pupils receiving means-tested bursaries pay less than 50 per cent of fees². Scholarships, which reward academic or other abilities (and are sometimes means-tested), are typically less generous but offer discounts that can be combined with bursaries to boost funds. s
Grammar School at Leeds
A GENTLEWOMAN’S game
As women’s sports continues to gain prominence, we shine a spotlight on the history of girls’ cricket at Roedean in Sussex and North London Collegiate School
At NLCS, the enthusiasm for cricket is such that it’s become a year-round sport
TIME
Although a national ban on smartphones in schools was deemed unnecessary by Sir Keir Starmer, Elizabeth Ivens looks at how senior independent schools have limited student use
Restricted smartphone use means Benenden students connect with their friends more during the school day
ENJOY THE SEASON
FAMILY LIFE
With lighter nights on the horizon and longer, sunnier days, here’s our roundup of all the fun your family could be having together this spring