UK Schools Advisory

Expert Guidance for Independent School Admissions 

Choosing the right school is a significant decision for any family. With hundreds of excellent schools to choose from, all offering polished websites and open days, discerning the best fit for your child can be challenging. 

At Keystone Tutors, our UK Schools consultants offer clear, evidence-based guidance to help you navigate every stage of the admissions process with confidence. We take the time to understand your child's personality, educational profile, and long-term goals to identify schools that align with their unique profile.  

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Proven Success

At Keystone, we've assisted hundreds of families in securing placements at the UK's most prestigious independent schools. Our students have gained entry to leading day schools such as St Paul’s (Boys & Girls), Westminster, Godolphin & Latymer, and King’s College Wimbledon, as well as top prep schools like The Dragon, Ludgrove, and Summer Fields. We've also supported applications to renowned boarding schools including Cheltenham Ladies College, Eton, Harrow, Wycombe Abbey and Winchester College. 

We recognise that the ideal school for your child may not always be at the top of league tables. Our extensive experience enables us to guide families toward schools that offer a more holistic approach, specialise in SEN support, or provide exceptional programs in areas like sports, music, or drama.

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Our Consultancy Team

Harriet Brook, Head of Consultancy
Joyce Fay Lo, Senior Client Manager & Education Consultant (Hong Kong)
Jenny McGowan, Director, Asia
Ed Richardson, Managing Director

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Latest Schools Advisory Blog Posts

How to Choose a Prep School for 7 Plus Entry

In this guide, Keystone's experienced 7 plus tutor, Kathleen, outlines some key factors to consider when looking for a prep school at 7 plus entry. From school ethos to academic outcomes, Kathleen's advice will help you make an informed choice on the ‘right’ prep school for your child.Parents are often thinking and planning far in advance for their child’s future.

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A Guide to Grammar School Entrance Exams

What is a grammar school? State funded secondary schools which select students based on their scores in competitive entrance exams are known as grammar schools.  Where are grammar schools? Grammar schools were first created by the Education Act of 1944 but since 1998, no new grammar schools can be established. As a result, there are only around 163 grammar schools in England, and 69 in Northern Ireland; there are no state funded grammar schools in Wales or Scotland.

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Latest schools advisory Webinars

Webinar : 11+ London Day Schools

In this webinar, Charlotte Wilson, one of Keystone's knowledgeable Client Managers, was joined by Keystone's Managing Director, Ed Richardson, to discuss 11+ entry with a focus on London day schools. Ed and Charlotte covered all key aspects of the 11+ entry process to London schools, including advising on how and when to start preparing for 11+ assessments and interviews, and how to finalise a shortlist of schools.

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Webinar: Choosing the Right School for Your Child

In this webinar, Head of Consultancy, Harriet Brook and Director of Asia, Jenny McGowan, provide an overview of what parents should consider when choosing an independent school for their child and what the admissions processes involve. They cover the various entry points from 7+ to 16+ as well as day and boarding schools.

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Other Areas of Expertise:

We are also able to support parents who are looking for support with the following:

  • Nurseries and Pre-Prep Schools
  • Occasional Places
  • SEN specialist schools
  • Sixth Form Colleges

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