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March 27, 2023

Choosing the right Tutor for your Child

When parents think about the role of a tutor, they often assume that tutors are purely responsible for providing academic support, such as helping their children prepare for exams or supporting them through challenging topics. However, Carfax Education believes that tutors have the potential to be much more than that. They can become mentors, guides, and champions for their students, extending their role beyond academic assistance.

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March 20, 2023

Education Excellence Awards

A great night had by all at the Education Excellence Awards, held in Dubai on the 5th of October and hosted by ITP Media Group.

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March 13, 2023

A Rural Education- Interview with Ali Kinge, Headmistress of Ardvreck School, Scotland

We recently met Mrs Ali Kinge, Headmistress of Ardvreck, a prep school set in the heart of Scotland. We loved what she had to say about the benefits of being educated in an idyllic rural area and her views on why it gives children the best start in life.

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March 6, 2023

School Fees and Financial Assistance

Boarding schools in the UK are renowned for providing an excellent education for students from all over the world, however, this highly valued education comes with significant financial investment.

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February 27, 2023

What is the value of History?

What is history? Quotable dates and famous names? Celebrity drama in the past tense?

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February 20, 2023

Preparing for the new School year

Preparing for the new school year after such challenging times is made easier thanks to Carfax College's practice of making tutoring personal.

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February 13, 2023

The Role of Private Tuition in Admission to Higher Education

For many parents, the desire to secure the best secondary education for their child is to successfully prepare them for the next chapter of their education journey, higher education.

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February 6, 2023

Children heading off to University - How will they cope and how will you cope?

It is the day long anticipated since you held that little bundle in your arms – the dream of them achieving their potential and taking up their place at the university of their (and your?) dreams….. If you think that your parenting days are now over, think again. Fiona Mckenzie from Carfax Education shares her experiences as her children fled the nest and then came home to roost again.

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January 30, 2023

Why International Families choose British Boarding Schools

Boarding school has always been seen as a peculiarly British phenomenon but it also holds a strong appeal for international families looking for a top quality education.

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January 23, 2023

Choosing the right School for your child

The school you choose for your child holds the power to shape their future profoundly. So it’s no surprise that many parents, faced with such a significant, emotional decision, seek professional impartial guidance and advice from experienced professionals like Carfax Education. But what advice and guidance do we provide?

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January 16, 2023

Are exams fit for purpose?

Covid-19 has had a huge impact on all aspects of education and exams have borne the brunt. Uncertainty around assessment has meant that some education providers have started to give serious consideration to whether testing in the form we know it is fit for purpose at all.

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January 9, 2023

Introducing The New "Ones to Watch" Category in The Schools Index, by Carfax Education

The Schools Index is the leading international index of the very best private boarding and day schools, from different regions across the globe.

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