UK · Education
UK Education.
The right school, for the right child, at the right time.
The UK has the deepest independent school ecosystem in the world — and one of the most competitive admissions environments. Top schools assess up to two years ahead, and the difference between schools matters more than league tables suggest.
What it is
The full picture, in plain language.
Education advisory covers prep, senior and sixth-form admissions across British independent schools, leading state grammars and international schools — plus university applications and gap-year planning.
We hold direct relationships with admissions teams across many leading schools and know which flex on dates and how each assesses.
Who it's for
Designed for these situations.
Families relocating to the UK
Coordinating placement with visa and move timing.
Families already in the UK
Transferring between schools or stepping up to senior school.
Sixth-form applicants
A-Levels vs IB, university destination planning.
University-bound students
Oxbridge, Russell Group and US application strategy.
Benefits
What the right structure delivers.
Honest shortlists
Curated by fit, not by ranking.
Direct admissions access
Working relationships with admissions teams at many leading schools.
Realistic assessment prep
What each school tests and how to prepare without over-coaching.
Sibling and timing strategy
Coordinated across multiple children and year groups.
University planning
Oxbridge, Russell Group, US Ivy League and global Top-50 strategies.
Continuity
Long-term family education plan held across the children's school years.
The process
Step by step — nothing hidden, nothing skipped.
- 01
Discovery
Week 1Children's profiles, current schools, family priorities.
- 02
Strategy
Weeks 1-2Boarding vs day, single-sex vs co-ed, traditional vs progressive — decided per child.
- 03
Shortlist
Week 23-5 schools per child with realistic admissions probability.
- 04
Visits & registrations
Weeks 3-8School visits, registrations, deposits.
- 05
Assessments
Weeks 6-16ISEB pre-tests, CE13+, individual school assessments, interviews.
- 06
Offers & decisions
Decision dayOffers reviewed, fee structures compared, accepted offers confirmed.
Timeline
What a typical engagement looks like.
Year -2
Top schools — early registration and assessment prep.
Year -1
Mainstream timeline for most independent schools.
Within 6 months
State schools, late applications, in-year transfers.
Documents required
The evidence pack we will ask for.
Current school reports
Last 2 years per child.
Birth certificate & passport
Per child.
Educational psychology reports
If relevant — shared in confidence.
Reference letters
From current school head or class teacher.
Costs & fees
What you should budget for.
UK independent school fees are substantial. State schooling is free for resident families.
Day prep (per term)
£6,000 - £9,000
Day senior (per term)
£8,000 - £14,000
Boarding senior (per term)
£14,000 - £20,000
Registration fees
£100 - £400 per school
Deposits
1 term refundable on entry typical
Morifar education advisory
From £15,000
Per family, full cycle to enrolment.
FAQs
Questions we are asked, and the honest answers.
How early should we apply?+
Top schools: 2 years ahead. Most independents: 12 months. Late applications still possible but limit options.
Boarding or day?+
Boarding suits some children magnificently and crushes others. Honest assessment first.
What is the 13+ Common Entrance?+
A traditional senior-school entrance exam. Many schools have replaced or supplemented it with ISEB pre-tests at age 11.
What is the application path to Oxbridge?+
Strong predicted grades, subject-specific admissions test, personal statement, references, interview. We coordinate prep alongside the school.
Common mistakes
What we see go wrong — so it doesn't happen to you.
Applying to one school
Schools test and reject. Always shortlist multiple options.
Late registration at top schools
Some schools have closed registration windows two years ahead.
Choosing by league table
Fit matters more than rank. A child thriving at #20 outperforms a child struggling at #2.
No interview practice
Oxbridge and senior school interviews reward preparation.
Explain like I'm 10
The simplest version of the whole thing.
Picking the right school in the UK is a big decision and competitive. We help you find schools that really fit your children, and we help you get in.
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