On one of the hottest late-September weekends since records began the first Independent Education Expo took place in Alexandra Palace. For two days schools, as far and wide from Hampshire, Staffordshire and Scotland met the the hundreds of parents who visited the show.
Oct 12, 2011
It’s less than two weeks until the first Independent Education Expo takes place at Alexandra Palace. We’re looking forward to meeting you and your family (don’t forget there is loads of children’s entertainment with Science Wizards and activities in and around Alexandra Palace).
Sep 19, 2011
It's a huge step in any young person's life. Leaving the structure and regimen of school life for the independence of the university environment can to unsettling. As parents, we worry. Will they find good friends and flatmates? Will they eat properly or stay up all night, surviving on a diet of ready meals and will they actually study? In short, can they adapt well to this new stage of their lives? Of course, if we could make it easier for them, we undoubtedly would.
Sep 19, 2011
The Independent Education Expo is delighted to announce that Science Wizards will be hosting the Children's Entertainment Area. As premiere providers of fun science these high-energy scientists will be sharing their love of science with hands-on activities for children. The Science Wizards will enthral the children with breathtaking demonstrations and hands-on science that will ensure that everyone has an unforgettable Expo and a fun time!
Aug 23, 2011
The summer holidays are now well and truly here and despite themselves many children are missing the routine of school. So avoid “I’m bored!” with our top tips and activities.
Jul 26, 2011
Single sex schools are about specialism. It’s about knowing what girls need to become the best version of themselves that they can possibly be and promoting that in a totally focused way.
Jun 27, 2011
The Independent Education Expo is delighted to announce the seminar programme for the event at Alexandra Palace on 30 September and 1 October. The talks, which are free to attend, will give visitors an overview into areas of independent education they may not have considered and fascinating insights to help them select the right education for their family.
Jun 23, 2011
Great learning is not restricted to a classroom; it is about experiences, opportunities and involvement. So what can your child learn from a gap year? What is a gap year? And how has it changed since the days when an eighteen year old left the family home with little more than a train ticket and an address in Australia of a family friend?
Jun 1, 2011
10 year old Peter Mumford from Sidcot Junior School, and 12 year old Jade Corbett from Sidcot Senior School have had their work published as part of the Evans Short Stories Competition, and were presented with copies of the finished books on Monday 7th March.
May 5, 2011
The North London International School (NLIS) recently celebrated an outstanding report from school inspectors after a thorough inspection by the Independent Schools Inspectorate over two periods last term.
Apr 28, 2011
Beechwood Park offers Sebright Bursaries to pupils entering in Year 7 (age 11) until the end of the Top Year at Beechwood Park (age 13). Depending on circumstances, these bursaries may cover up to 100% of fees.
Apr 28, 2011
A parent’s journey into independent education may start the day a baby is born, but for many considering independent education it may not begin until senior school or beyond. To help parents with older children the IEE is delighted to announce that CATS 6th College and Welbeck Defence Sixth Form College will be showcasing their organisations at the Expo.
Apr 14, 2011
Schools as far west as Blundell’s in Devon to The King’s School Ely in the Cambridgeshire Fens have signed up to attend the inaugural Independent Education Expo.
Mar 11, 2011
Since its launch, schools offering the best in education from 3 to 18 have already signed up to be part of the Expo and stand sales have exceeded all initial expectations.
Feb 4, 2011
A number of prestigious sponsors have signed up to be a part of the Expo. Country Life magazine and The Independent Newspaper have both signed up as media partners.
Jan 28, 2011
