Independent Schools Council says Labour's plan to introduce VAT on private school fees to pay for free school meals would be 'counter-productive'

Posted on 6th Apr 2017 in Independent Education, Independent Schools Council

The Independent Schools Council has responded to the Labour Party's proposal to extend free school means to all primary school pupils by introducing VAT on independent school fees.

Pocklington U15 rugby team impress in NatWest Schools Cup Bowl final

Posted on 6th Apr 2017 in School News, Sport

Pocklington School’s Under-15 rugby union team topped a remarkable year with an impressive performance against Beths Grammar School in the national final of the NatWest Schools Cup Bowl.

Choosing a prep school – the issues to consider and questions to ask

Posted on 4th Apr 2017 in Prep Schools Guide, Choosing a school

There are many things to consider, all of which are important if your son or daughter is to thrive in their ‘home away from home’ prep school environment, writes Andrew Hunter, Headmaster of Merchiston Castle School.

Review: Standing ovations at King’s Ely Junior’s sell-out production of Cats

Posted on 30th Mar 2017 in School News, Drama

Talented thespians at King’s Ely Junior wowed audiences with their sell-out production of family favourite musical Cats.

Open days at independent schools – April 2017

Posted on 30th Mar 2017 in School News, Open Days

Here is a list of independent school open days during April 2017, once schools have returned after the Easter break.

Wellington College's U16 rugby sevens celebrate national title

Posted on 29th Mar 2017 in School News, Sport

Wellington’s Colts (U16) Rugby squad have confirmed their place as the best in the UK by becoming National Sevens Champions at the 2017 Rosslyn Park Sevens.

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